Manufacturer's description

Revolutionize the way you shoot and share photos with the 6.0 megapixel DSC-G1 Cyber-shot digital camera. Boasting a massive 2GB2 of internal memory, you can store up to 7,500 images at VGA resolution or 600 full-resolution photos. Take remarkable pictures day or night with built-in 9-point auto focus and twilight mode which automatically adjusts the settings for beautifully clear photos. And you can review your photos on the massive 3.5" XtraFine LCD screen.

Unique Dual-Use Design

Boasting a durable and stylish aluminum body, The DSC-G1 has a built-in cover that hides shooting controls for photo viewing and provides simple side buttons to search and access photos on the XtraFine 3.5¿2 LCD screen. When you want to shoot, the cover opens to reveal the lens and camera control buttons.

6.0 Megapixel Super HAD CCD

Capture more detail and definition when you make big prints or crop in tight on your subject. The advanced Super HAD (Hole Accumulated Diode) CCD design allows more light to pass to each pixel, increasing sensitivity and reducing noise.

Carl Zeiss 3X Optical Zoom Lens Design

Bring distant subjects closer and frame shots quickly for better composition -- a real advantage for family sports, outdoor fun and travel photos.

Super SteadyShot Image Stabilization

Compensate for shaky hands and minimize blur even when shooting at low light without flash to preserve the mood. This feature makes it easy to capture images in museums or places where a flash is not permitted.

High Sensitivity

For sharp, flash-free photos without blur, the higher sensitivity (ISO 1000) of the DSC-G1 allows shooting at higher shutter speeds to stop fast action and capture superb low-light images.

2 GB Internal Memory

As you shoot, the DSC-G1 can simultaneously create and store up to 7,500 images at VGA resolution for viewing and sharing with friends and family. You can also store up to 600 photos at full 6.0 MP resolution.

Automatic Image Management

Automatically organize all your photos based on when they were shot. For added convenience, you can also view photos as thumbnail images and quickly select shots for full-screen viewing.

Advanced Search Technologies

The included Album Editor software allows you to search photos by color, face or similarity to another image. You can also search by up to 50 preset labels and combine search methods.

User-Friendly GUI with Function Guide

To use the graphic user interface (GUI), just move the cursor, select the icon, and instantly access camera control functions. The function guide display also provides simple on-screen instructions to guide you in-camera setup.

Slide Show with Music Playback

The DSC-G1 lets you combine images and make slide shows quickly and easily. You can select your favorites and delete unwanted shots, add your own downloaded music tracks and use any of five transition effects (standard, simple, nostalgic, stylish or active) to make your show more entertaining.

Wireless Photo Sharing

With built-in wireless capability, the DSC-G1 is more than a digital camera, it¿s a great communicator. Shoot and share pictures instantly with two linked compatible cameras, copy photos with wireless peer-to-peer ease from camera to compatible camera, and transmit photos wirelessly to DLNA-compatible computers.

Hand-Held Twilight Mode

Take beautifully clear and noise-free shots at twilight or night by automatically evaluating and correcting brightness, shutter speed and blur.

Stamina Battery Power

Shoot up to 280 shots3 from a fully charged NP-FR Info LITHIUM battery pack (included).

Memory Stick Duo Media Convenience

A built-in slot accepts the optional compact and high-capacity Memory Stick Duo media or Memory Stick PRO Duo media.

High-Quality Video Clips

Shoot MPEGMovie4TV video clips with high resolution and compact file size, capturing full-screen 640 x 480 VGA moving images at up to 30 frames per second4 and allowing you to fit more video in your available memory capacity.