Hi, I'm new to AfterDawn. This is my first post, and I need some help with this issue. I want to buy a digital camera and I have been looking around. After inspecting different types, I have come to a decision between 2 digital cameras from Sony. The Sony Cyber-Shot DSC-W170 and the Sony Cyber-Shot DSC-T300. I know that they both have 10 megapixels and 5 optical zoom, but I was hoping someone could tell me which one has better features and is more worth buying. I would be really grateful. Thanks
It seems that the T300 is the better of the two, take a look at these to help with your decision; T300 review: http://www.cameras.co.uk/reviews/sony-dsc-t300.cfm W170 review: http://www.cameras.co.uk/reviews/sony-dsc-w170.cfm
Thanks for your help. The websites were very good. As well as that, I have researched a bit more and I'm going to buy the DSC-W170. It takes better pictures than the DSC-T300 and it's a little bit less expensive. Also, there's a special offer from where I'm buying it. You get a free 1GB memory stick and a free case. Thanks for your help!
if you really want to compare cameras there's nothing better than this site: http://www.dpreview.com/reviews/com...de&cameras=sony_dscw170,sony_dsct300&show=all You can compare any camera new or old and they even have indepth reviews and even price listings and where you can get it the cheapest! Good luck. _Ronin_: the T300 is the better camera... according to the specs.
Actually, this is going to be my first camera. Also, I'm new to digital photography. Which one, in your opinion, would be the best for me? Thanks
my reply was stated in my last reply! the reason why I would pick the T300 is the MACRO range gets you closer to the subject, and you have a jumbo 3.5" LCD! I think it's worth the extra money. But you have to determine what you want. If the other camera suits your needs as a first time user.... go for the cheap with incentives! Me .... I have the Sony N2 and a Canon EOS 30D .... soon to trade up to the 50D when they come out!
Ask yourself these questions. What do i want to shoot. Will i use that feature. ( don't pay for a feature you will never use) Does the camera require company software in order to download images. If you can answer these questions you can make the right choice that fits you. In all do aspects i like the design of the sony cyber shot cameras but i have found some of them especially cheaper models of the cyber shot cameras don't work very well in low light. So choose wisely and see pictures the camera has taken make sure you see a night shot and a day shot.
@susieqbbb........... I don't believe that first suggestion: What do i want to shoot! why? a photographer should be able to shoot almost anything that's out there! why limit yourself to just portraits or scenery? So I believe that if you are choosing a camera choose one that can do most anything! For a beginner.....choose a camera that you can expand with! and......Does the camera require company software in order to download images.If you look at the camera specs you can see what kind of memory card you have to use...... this will avoid any kind of software because if your camera has a memory card you don't need any software other than Windows to choose what picture you want on your computer! Software is not a problem with MOST cameras now a days! and to categorize that cyber shot cameras don't work well in light.... I disagree. Yes cheap cameras are cheap for a reason! but don't jumble up CYBER SHOT cameras all in one shot saying they don't work well in low light. not so true! I've taken great shots with my Sony DSC-N1 and then upgraded to N2 in low light situations. I guess this is just an opinion and everyone has them.
Thanks for all your help guys. I chose the Sony Cyber-Shot DSC-W170 (golden), and I went and bought it yesterday. It was $80 cheaper than the DSC-T300 and I'm very satisfied with its performance and its large range of modes and features. Thanks
I just said to look at all of these things when purchasing a camera. And i have a sony cyber-shot sitting in my closet in a box because the camera will not shoot inside or in the dark very well it depends on model..
