Sony Cyber-shot DSC-S600

The Cyber-shot DSC-S600 is Sony’s new entry level addition to its Stamina line of digital cameras. Announced at the 2006 Consumer Electronics Show in January, this point-and-shoot model offers 6 megapixels and basic features at a low retail price of $199.95. The Sony S600 has a 1/2.5-inch Super HAD CCD with a Real Imaging Processor. It has a Carl Zeiss 3x optical zoom lens, 32 MB of internal memory, high ISO sensitivities of ISO 800 and 1000 for low light, and a strong flash that reaches to 36 ft. As part of the Stamina series, the S600 uses AA batteries. With standard AAs, it can take 160 shots. With the Sony NiMH batteries, the S600 can shoot 440 shots before needing a recharge. The Sony Cyber-shot DSC-S600 will be available January 20.