Sony DSC-S500 Specification Guide

Page of 2
 
DSC-S500
Cyber-shot® Digital Still Camera
 
  
An amazing combination value, simplicity and performance makes the Sony® Cyber-shot® DSC-S500 a perfect entry-level 
choice for first-time digital photographers. Advanced features place it at the head of its class: 6.0 MP resolution for tight crops 
and big prints, a quality 3X Optical zoom and wide-angle shooting capability, a large 2.4” LCD screen for setting up shots and 
sharing results, 25 MB Internal Memory for capturing images in-camera and high-capacity up to 350-shot Stamina® power 
with optional NiMH rechargeable battery.
 
 
6.0 Megapixel Super HAD™  CCD 
More megapixels give you more detail 
and definition when you make big 
prints or crop in tight on your 
subject. The Sony advanced Super 
HAD® (Hole Accumulated Diode) CCD 
design allows more light to pass to 
each pixel, increasing sensitivity and 
reducing noise.
3X Optical/2X Digital Zoom
3X Optical Zoom helps the DSC-S500 
bring distant subjects closer and lets 
you frame shots for better 
composition; the Sony precision 2X 
Digital Zoom provides an additional 
2X magnification to zoom in close 
without jagged edges.
Capture Images In-Camera
With 25 MB Internal Memory, the 
DSC-S500 allows you to shoot 
without using a memory card -- then 
easily transfer your images to 
optional Memory Stick Duo™  media, 
upload photos to your computer or 
make prints on your digital printer.
Large 2.4” 2 LCD Screen 
The DSC-S500 gives you a big, bright 
LCD screen for reading camera 
menus, composing shots, checking 
results and sharing your photos on 
location.
Convenient Photo Modes
To adjust quickly for specific 
shooting situations, the DSC-S500 
lets you choose from several 
convenient photo modes: Auto, P-
Auto, and Scene Selections for 
Twilight, Twilight Portrait, Landscape, 
Soft Snap, Candle, and Beach 
environments.
QVGA Movie Mode
The DSC-S500 can capture 320 x 240 
audio/video clips at high frame rate 
(up to 30 frames per second), with 
length limited only by the capacity of 
your media.
Burst Mode
You can fire off three shots 
automatically at 1-second intervals 
(VGA standard mode) or 2-second 
intervals (6 MP mode) -- a great way to 
capture a child’s first steps or a pet’s 
best tricks.
Stamina® Battery Power
With optional Sony NiMH 
rechargeable batteries, you can 
capture up to an amazing 350 shots
-- shooting capacity that’s about 
the equivalent of 10 rolls of 35mm 
film. With supplied AA alkaline 
batteries, the DSC-S500 can capture 
up to 60 shots .
Memory Stick Duo™  Media 
Convenience
The DSC-S500 has a built-in slot for 
optional Memory Stick Duo™  media -- 
the compact, high-capacity storage 
media that are compatible with 
millions of devices worldwide.
Cyber-shot Viewer Software
Sony’s new software that makes it 
easier to upload images from camera 
or Memory Stick Duo™  media -- then 
organize and browse through 
photos on your PC screen by simply 
scrolling through thumbnail images.