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WX500 Compact Camera with 30x Optical ZoomSpecifications
Packed
to provide more fun with performance, the WX500 has a ZEISS® zoom lens
of outstanding range and quality, far-tilting LCD monitor for framing
yourself up, and Beauty Effect for touching up portrait appearance.
- Sensor Type
- 1/2.3 inch (7.82 mm) Exmor R® CMOS sensor
- Number of Pixels (Effective)
- 18.2MP
- Optical Zoom
- 30x
Shoot your best — Look even better
Improve
your selfie, and take it easy, too. A 180-degree tiltable LCD monitor
makes it simple to see how you look in the frame. Meet the new Sony
WX500 — the world’s smallest
camera to contain the far-reaching performance of a ZEISS® 30x optical
zoom lens. With so much creative capability at hand to shoot for fun,
you'll capture more star quality in every image.
The Elements of Comprehensive Image Quality
The
synergy of a higher-performance CMOS image sensor, lightning-quick
image processor and legendary lens pack the latest optical and
engineering advancements into an amazingly compact form.
Go farther, closer and wider
The
ZEISS® Vario-Sonnar T* 30x optical zoom lens extends a legacy of
high-precision optics to capture clear, sharp, undegraded images
throughout a 24-720mm range.
Exmor R® CMOS sensor
A back-illuminated Exmor R® CMOS sensor with 18.2 effective megapixels takes in more light for greater detail in every shot.
BIONZ X™ image processing engine
Now reproducing more realistic detail and colour in images with less diffraction and noise.
Renowned ZEISS® optics
Legendary ZEISS® quality delivers brilliant sharpness, rich contrast and minimal distortion.
Greater Selfie Satisfaction Assured
Now,
it's easier than ever to shoot for a look that you like in selfies,
portraits and everything else with the flexibility that a full-tilt LCD
monitor, customisable functions and easy photo retouching provide.
Look before you shoot
The
high-resolution LCD monitor on the camera back can be tilted up to 180
degrees, so you can comfortably frame a selfie prior to shooting it, or
shoot at a low position.
Spread the good looks
To
retouch the appearance of people in photos, you can use Beauty Effect
to smooth skin, tone skin, dull overly glistening skin, widen eyes and
brighten teeth — all in camera.
Quick — call up your menu
Six
customisable buttons/keys include the Function button that can be
assigned up to 12 frequently used functions, and five buttons/keys that
can be assigned one function each.
Extra-speedy & precise Fast Intelligent AF
An
improved spatial object detection algorithm realizes a more optimal and
accurate lens drive to make AF even faster, for capturing more fleeting
moments with ease.
Set the Right Mode in Motion
Whether
you want to share action quickly or save it at a higher resolution for
editing, it's simple to make format, mode, exposure and other settings,
then start to record.
Movies in versatile formats
Record in XAVC S or AVCHD high-resolution movie format and as MP4 file.
Keep the blurs away
Intelligent Active Mode w. 5-axis image stabilisation + frame analysis.
Get Upwardly Mobile
With
its high battery capacity, connectivity for mobile sharing and smart,
compact design, the Sony WX500 is extraordinarily easy to take and have
fun with over the long run, wherever you go.
Long may you run
Hold your power — live long, work hard, stay strong
A full battery lets you take approx. 400 stills or record 75 minutes of movie footage to make sure that you won't miss a good chance to shoot.
Share with ease — Gain remote control
Wi-Fi®
connectivity with iOS and Android™ smartphones for remote camera
control and still/video sharing is easy. In addition to Wi-Fi support
for connecting to smartphones, NFC technology (near field communication)
provides “One-touch connection” to compatible Android™ smartphones and
tablets. Users need only touch devices to connect; no complex set-up is
required.
Apply glamour for more beautiful portraits
PlayMemories Camera Apps
PlayMemories Camera Apps include free My Best Portrait for adding brightening and softening effects to skin, and sparkling catch-light effects to eyes in selfies and portraits.
My Best Portrait
Add skin-softening, skin-brightening and eye catch-light effects.
Smart Remote Control
Use a smartphone to control exposure, release shutter and receive photos.
Sync to Smartphone
Transfers photos to a mobile device automatically after powering off.
Stay in style
An
optional accessory set of soft body case, lens jacket and shoulder
strap (LCJ-HWA) keeps the camera in style. The body case doesn’t have to
be removed during shooting.
Choose your colour
Pick a camera colour that suits your style: black, white or red.
