Sony launched a new pocket camera with plenty of optical zoom, the Cyber-shot W690 is a small metal camera with an affordable price, stylish design. This camera is the lower-end and has a slightly less capable feature set compared to the Cyber-shot WX150, announced at the same time, which sports a similar design.
- 16 megapixel CCD imaging sensor
- 10X optical zoom: 25 – 250 mm (f3.3 – f5.9) lens
- Optical image stabilization
- 3 inch LCD (230,400 pixels)
- Intelligent Auto with scene modes and Sweep Panorama; no manual controls
- Standard HD 720p movie mode with mono sound and zoom
- Takes SD/SDHC/SDXC memory cards
- Uses a lithium-ion battery
- Available in May for $180
- Comes in your choice of silver, black, red or blue