Sony's newest Cyber-shot digital cameras include three models, the DSC-TX200V model from the ultra-thin Cyber-shot T series and the DSC-WX70 and DSC-WX50 models from the stylish W series. All new cameras feature high-resolution "Exmor R" CMOS sensors and an improved BIONZ image processor that together boost low light performance and enhance auto-focus speeds.

The new TX200V camera features a newly developed 18.2 MP "Exmor R" CMOS sensor, the highest-resolution currently offered in the "point and shoot" market, and a new BIONZ processor. The model also offers fast AutoFocus speeds of approximately 0.13 seconds in daytime and 0.25 seconds in low-light situations (speeds may vary based on shooting conditions).

Additionally, the TX200V Cyber-shot showcases a new glass design with a 3.3-inch (8.3cm) Xtra Fine TruBlack OLED wide touch-screen. It is also water-proof (up to 5m or approx.16 feet), dust-proof and freeze-proof (up to 14oF), and features a "Photo Creativity" interface that lets users adjust creative settings to produce custom-styled photos.

The new WX70 and WX50 models each are equipped with a high-resolution 16.2 MP "Exmor R" CMOS sensor, with the WX70 featuring a 3.0-inch 921k dot LCD touch-screen and the WX50 featuring a slightly smaller 2.7-inch LCD screen.

Each of the new Cyber-shot cameras features a new "Extra High Sensitivity" technology, which minimizes unwanted noise in low-light shooting conditions. The "Clear Image Zoom" technology boosts optical zoom to 2x virtual capability (i.e. 5x optical zoom to 10x virtual zoom) at full camera resolution.

The TX200V, WX70 and WX50 cameras also offer image stabilization during video and still shooting. Using technology borrowed from the Sony Handycam lineup, the "Optical Steady Shot Active Mode" reduces blurring caused by camera shake while on the move. All models can shoot video in Full HD resolution.

Additional features of the new lineup include nine "Picture Effect" options for expanded creativity, "Dual Record" capabilities, 3D shooting modes (3D Still Image, 3D Sweep Panorama and Sweep Multi Angle), fast shooting speeds (10 fps burst mode) and more.

The new assortment of cameras will be available this March at Sony retail stores and online (www.store.sony.com) as well as other authorized retailers throughout the Sony dealer network. Detailed specs are below:

The DSC-TX200V camera will be available in silver, red, and violet for approximately $500. Features include:

- 18.2 MP "Exmor R" CMOS sensor
- 26mm equivalent lens with 5x optical zoom, 10x virtual zoom via "Clear Image Zoom" technology
- "Extra High Sensitivity" technology enhances low-light shooting capabilities
- Fast AF speed of approximately 0.13 second in daylight, 0.25 seconds in low-light (speeds may vary based on shooting conditions)
- Slim reinforced glass design with 3.3-inch (8.3cm) Xtra Fine Tru-Black OLED wide touch-screen
- Waterproof (up to 5m,16 feet), dustproof and freeze-proof (up to 14oF)
- Captures 13 MP equivalent still images while shooting video via "Dual-Record"
- Full HD Movie Shooting capability (1920x1080/60p) and Optical SteadyShot Active Mode
- Photo Creativity interface and 9 "Picture Effect" options for creating unique, custom-styled photos and video

The DSC-WX70 camera will be available in silver, black, pink, violet and white for approximately $230. Features include:

- 16.2 MP "Exmor R" CMOS sensor, 3.0-inch 921k dot LCD touch screen
- 25mm equivalent lens with 5x optical zoom, 10x virtual zoom via "Clear Image Zoom" technology
- "Extra High Sensitivity" technology enhances low-light shooting capabilities
- Captures 12 MP equivalent still images while shooting video via "Dual-Record"
- Full HD Movie Shooting capability (1920x1080/60i) and Optical SteadyShot Active Mode
- 9 total "Picture Effects" options, allowing for custom styled photographs





The DSC-WX50 camera will be available in silver and black for approximately $200. Features include:



- 16.2 MP "Exmor R" CMOS sensor, 2.7-inch LCD screen
- 25mm equivalent lens with 5x optical zoom, 10x virtual zoom via "Clear Image Zoom" technology
- "Extra High Sensitivity" technology enhances low-light shooting capabilities
- Captures 12 MP equivalent still images while shooting video via "Dual-Record"
- Full HD Movie Shooting capability (1920x1080/60i) and Optical SteadyShot Active Mode
- 9 total "Picture Effects" options, allowing for custom styled photographs