Digital Imaging Reporter’s Flashback Friday articles spotlight colorful, retro point-and-shoot digital cameras from the early 2000s. These stylish, trendy cameras have a fashion-forward aesthetic and optimal portability. Moreover, they promise a “different imaging experience” from today’s high-tech cameras. The retro cameras continue to be popular among photographers of all ages. You can find several on-demand preowned models at camera stores and online shops. Today we spotlight the Sony Cyber-shot DSC-P100.
Sony Cyber-shot DSC-P100
In early 2004, Sony debuted its Cyber-shot DSC-P100 point-and-shoot camera, incorporating its new Real Imaging Processor circuit. The compact P100 digital camera is a stylish, pocket-size model with specifications typically found only on more full-sized, high-end 5-megapixel cameras of the time. At about one-inch thin, it is also easy to use and take along with you.
For the first time in a Cyber-shot P-series camera, Sony also integrated a Carl Zeiss Vario Tessar 3x optical zoom lens to complement the high resolution for picture clarity. The lens offers an equivalent 38–114mm f/2.8–5.2 range.
In addition, so that pictures are captured in-focus with the proper lighting exposure, the camera enlists the aid of a smart autofocusing and exposure system. This means that even if the subject is off-center and in a difficult lighting situation, the camera can automatically make the necessary adjustments. Additionally, six preset scene modes are available so you can select the best setting for the shooting conditions.
For those wanting greater control, the Cyber-shot P100 also features manual flash and exposure settings. Moreover, it has a 1.8-inch LCD screen and accepts Sony’s VAD-PHB lens adapter bracket. This allows use of telephoto and wide-angle conversion lenses.
The Sony Cyber-shot P100 was available in three trendy colors: red, blue and silver. With an original suggested retail price of $400, it came with a 32MB Memory Stick memory card, an InfoLithium battery as well as an AC adapter.
