Sony Cyber-shot W50 User Manual

Sony Cyber-shot W50 Basics
Introduction
Introduction
With the Sony Cyber-shot W50 digital camera you can add images and short
digital video clips with sound to your projects, multimedia presentations, and
Internet pages* easily.
Camera Basics
Parts of the Camera
The Sony Cyber-shot DSC-W50 digital camera has a few basic parts including a
lens, an image sensor, a memory card to hold images and video clips, battery,
and a LCD (liquid crystal display) to help you frame your subject.
1. Shutter button
2. Zoom W/T Lever
3. Finder window
4. Lens
5. POWER button
6. Microphone
7. Flash
8. Self-timer lamp
*Reminder: Before any PISD student’s name, picture, voice or verbal statement, or work can be used on a school’s
Internet page(s), the PISD’s Publications, Video, Internet Consent and Release Agreement must be signed by their
parent/guardian and be on file at the campus. This form is available from http://k-12.pisd.edu/techs/release.htm.
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Sony Cyber-shot W50 Specifications

General

Brand	Sony
Model	Cyber-shot W50
Sensor Type	CCD
Effective Pixels	6.0 MP
Optical Zoom	3x
Digital Zoom	2x
LCD Screen Size	2.5 inches
Battery Type	NP-BG1 Lithium-Ion
Focal Length	6.3 - 18.9 mm
Image Stabilization	No
Maximum Aperture	f/2.8 - f/5.2
Shutter Speed	1 - 1/2000 sec
Built-in Flash	Yes
Type	Compact
Image Sensor	1/2.5 inch
ISO Sensitivity	Auto, 100, 200, 400
Video Recording	Yes
Storage Media	Memory Stick Duo
Connectivity	USB 2.0
Weight	127 g (4.5 oz)

Summary

Introduction to Sony Cyber-shot W50 Basics

Sony Cyber-shot W50 Camera Components

Camera Parts Identification

Details and labels the physical parts of the Sony Cyber-shot W50 camera.

How to Record Still Images

Image Quality Settings for Photos

Explains image size options and their usage guidelines for printing and display.

How to Record Video Clips

Using On-screen Menus

Menu Navigation and Settings Adjustment

Guides users on accessing, selecting, and modifying camera settings via the menu system.

Managing Photos and Videos

Viewing and Deleting Media Files

Instructions on how to playback recorded content and remove unwanted images or video clips.

Transferring Files to a Computer