Sony Cyber-shot TX20
If you fancied the waterproof all-glass Cyber-shot TX200V that Sony introduced last month but wanted something that is actually shockproof and not as bank-breaking, take a look at the new rugged Sony Cyber-shot TX20 that Sony introduced today.
The TX20 replaced last year’s model, the Sony TX10 which we recently reviewed, with minimal changes; which include new body color designs, improved focusing performance, addition of Picture Effects and ability to take still photos while recording movies
- 16 megapixel CMOS imaging sensor
- Waterproof (5 meters/16 feet), freezeproof (-10C/14F), shockproof (1.5 meters/5 feet) and dustproof
- 4X optical zoom: 25 – 100 mm (f3.5 – f4.6) lens
- Optical image stabilization
- 3 inch LCD touchscreen (921, 600 pixels)
- Intelligent Auto and Superior Auto with scene modes; no manual controls
- Boasts super fast autofocus, Sony is claiming AF speeds of 0.13 seconds in bright light, 0.25 seconds in low light
10 FPS continuous shooting - Clear Image Zoom allows for 2X digital zoom without lowering image quality
- Picture Effects, 3D photo/panorama modes, Sweep Panorama, Anti Motion Blur and HDR modes
- Full HD 1080p 60i movie mode with stereo sound, optical zoom, can take 12 megapixel photos while recording
- Takes SD/SDHC/SDXC memory cards
- Uses a lithium-ion battery
- Available in May for $330
- Comes in your choice of black, blue, pink, purple or orange