Sony Unveils Cyber-shot TF1, WX80, W730, W710 and H200 Cameras

Sony just launched a slew of compact cameras at CES 2013.  Sony unveiled five new models – the Cyber-shot WX80, W730, W710, TF1 and H200.  These cameras share common features including what Sony calls “Advanced Flash” which boosts the cameras sensitivity and extends the effective range of the flash, the “Beauty Effect” which allows users to re-touch shots, and the 360 Sweep Panorama mode previously available only on select models.

The most notable of these cameras is the Sony Cyber-shot TF1, a rugged point-and-shoot that’s water, dust and shock resistant.  This will compete against the popular Canon PowerShot D20 and the Nikon CoolPix AW100, both popular rugged underwater cameras.  It is waterproof (up to 10m or 33 feet), dustproof, shockproof and freeze proof.  The Cyber-shot TF1 sports a 2.7-inch LCD display, a 16.1-megapixel sensor, a 25mm 4x optical zoom lens, a top sensitivity of ISO 3200 and a 1 frame-per-second burst mode. The TF1 is also capable of taking HD videos at 720p.

Cyber-shot TF1 Digital Camera Features

Available in black, orange and pink for about $199
• 16.1 MP Super HAD CCD sensor with 4x optical zoom (25-100mm)
• Waterproof (up to 10m or 33 feet), dustproof, shockproof and freeze proof
• Large buttons and camera grip and auto screen brightness
• HD movie (720p) shooting capabilities with Optical SteadyShot
• 360 Sweep Panorama mode, Advanced Flash, Beauty Effect

Here are the key features, availability, and pricing details of the rest of the cameras, namely, Sony Cyber-shot WX80, W730, W710 and H200.

Cyber-shot WX80 Digital Camera Features

Available in red, black and white for about $199
• 16.2 MP Exmor R CMOS sensor with 8x optical (25-200mm) / 16x Clear Image Zoom
• Built-in Wi-Fi capabilities
• Enhanced Optical SteadyShot for still shooting
• Full HD movie (1920×1080/60i) shooting with Optical SteadyShot Active Mode
• Improved Superior Auto mode with expanded scene recognition
• Up to 10fps burst shooting capability
• 360 Intelligent Sweep Panorama mode, Advanced Flash, Beauty Effect

Cyber-shot W730 Digital Camera Features

Available in silver, pink and blue for about $139
• 16.1 MP Super HAD CCD sensor with 8x optical zoom (25-200mm)
• HD movie (720p) shooting capabilities with Optical SteadyShot Active Mode
• 360 Sweep Panorama mode, Advanced Flash, Beauty Effect

Cyber-shot W710 Digital Camera Features

Available in silver, pink and black for about $99
• 16.1 MP Super HAD CCD sensor with 5x optical zoom (28-140mm)
• Large physical controls and buttons
• HD movie (720p) shooting capabilities with Optical SteadyShot
• 360 Sweep Panorama mode, Advanced Flash, Beauty Effect

Cyber-shot H200 Digital Camera Features

Available in black for $249
• 20.1 MP Super HAD CCD sensor with 26x optical zoom (22.3-580mm)
• DSLR-style body and design and compatible with AA batteries for convenience
• HD movie (720p) shooting capabilities with Optical SteadyShot
• 360 Sweep Panorama mode, Advanced Flash, Beauty Effect