Sony Cyber-shot DSC-W220 12.1 MP Digital Camera - Silver

I bought the Sony dsc-w220 because I already owned a w230 (230 just has a bigger screen than the 220), and wanted another 12 megapixel camera. I looked at the more complex models, and what I didn't like about the newer more expensive ones was that you cannot manually force the camera into any macro setting. IT would decide for itself (automatically). Guess I'm old fashioned and would still like some control over my camera, instead of having it decide what I need for the shot. We have recently used it to take close up pics on metal engraving, and it did superbly. 99% of the shots came out perfect! For a point and shoot compact, it's a great camera to always carry around in your purse (which I always do). It does use up a lot of battery life (more than my 7 megapixel cybershot which I have since sold), though, so I would suggest you invest in a second battery as backup. Small price to pay for the awesome pics it takes! I have also invested in a battery charger that I can use in a car, plugged into the cigarette lighter, which will be great when we travel to foreign countries that have different elec. plugs. Highly recommend this camera!

This one's got it all. The Cyber-shot DSC-W220/P combines point-and-shoot ease-of-use with advanced features in a sophisticated, compact body. Smile Shutter technology allows you to capture a smile the moment it happens, and the Carl Zeiss 4x optical zoom lens, optical SteadyShot image stabilization, and 12.1-megapixel resolution deliver crisp, clear images. A powerful 12.1-megapixel super HAD CCD image sensor helps you capture gorgeous images with superb contrast and clarity down to the finest detail. With 12.1-megapixels, you can create stunning, photo-quality prints up to A3+ size, or crop your images and still come away with high resolution shots

good price and great performance. very Light. The 12.1Mp gives you the posibility for high quality resolution. I always prefer Sony because It has been many years that I trust this brand. The only thing I don´t like is that is kind of thick.

The only knock I have for this camera is when I take pictures of my black shoes for Ebay. Even though my light is right on the shoes, the pictures are usually too dark and I have to edit them, adding more light which makes them a bit hazy. Otherwise, the camera is great and have had no issues with it.

This is my favorite, inexpensive, point and shoot. I was disappointed when Sony discontinued it. It works well in low light and the zoom is great.