What is the megapixel count and sensor type of the DSC-W730?
It features a 16.1 effective megapixel Sony Super HAD CCD sensor (1/2.3 type, 6.17 x 4.55mm) paired with the BIONZ image processor, delivering high-resolution photos with rich tonal expression and fine detail.
What type of lens does it have?
It uses a Carl Zeiss Vario-Tessar lens with 8x optical zoom and a 25-200mm equivalent focal range (35mm format), paired with an f/3.3-6.3 aperture. The lens construction is 8 elements in 7 groups, including 5 aspherical lenses to reduce chromatic aberrations throughout the zoom range.
Can this camera record videos? At what resolution?
Yes, it records 720p HD video at 1280 x 720 pixels and 30fps in MP4 (AVC/H.264) format with monaural sound. Optical zoom remains available during video recording.
Does it have image stabilization?
Yes, it features Optical SteadyShot image stabilization. The lens shifts to compensate for camera shake. For video recording, it also supports Active Mode, which combines optical and electronic stabilization to reduce blur when walking or zooming during capture.
What is the ISO range and burst shooting speed?
The ISO sensitivity range for still images is Auto, 80, 100, 200, 400, 800, 1600, and 3200. Continuous burst shooting is available at approximately 1.0 frame per second.
What are the standout features of this camera?
It offers a 2.7-inch 230K-dot Clear Photo LCD screen with 5-step brightness control, 360° Sweep Panorama, Picture Effects, Beauty Effects, Face Detection, Smile Shutter, iAuto Intelligent Auto mode, and Advanced Flash. The compact body weighs approximately 122g with battery and accepts SD/SDHC/SDXC and Memory Stick Duo media.