Sony Cyber-shot DSC-S90 First Impressions Review

Value
Sony released the P73 in August 2004 for the same $299.95 retail price tag as the S90. However, the S90 comes with a few improvements. While both cameras have the same 4.1 megapixels and 3x optical zoom lens, the P73 has a 1.5-inch LCD screen and the S90 has a 2.5-inch screen. Canon just released the PowerShot A520 for the same $299 price. The 4-megapixel A520 is more compact and has a 4x optical zoom lens, but does not have the internal memory and large LCD screen that the Sony S90 has. The cameras are equals in terms of manual and automatic shooting options, but as far as the flashier features go, it’s give and take. The Sony Cyber-shot DSC-S90 is a great value for consumers who want decent shooting options and a large LCD screen with long-lasting battery power. But for consumers more concerned with capturing frequent action shots, the S90 won’t be worth the $299.95.