Images sharp at the center
Noise is low
Images soft at the edges
Noise reduction softens photos
Introduction
The Cyber-shot DSC-TX7 is a small, sleek point & shoot with touch-screen controls that takes 10.2 megapixel images and which can perform a number of other clever tricks, like great low-light performance and an excellent panorama mode.
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Page 1
Product Tour
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Page 2
Color
Color accuracy is good overall, but there are no color controls within the camera. Read More... |
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Noise
There’s little noise at higher ISOs, and less at low ISOs, though the noise reduction produces soft photos. Read More... |
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Resolution
Images are sharp at the center of the frame, but get a bit soft at the edges. Read More... |
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Video
It captures attractive 1080i high def video, although there is some slight distortion on wide angle settings. Read More... |
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Sample Photos
A gallery of photos taken with the Sony Cyber-shot DSC-TX7 Read More... |
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Playback
The big, bright screen makes images and videos look great, though there’s no swipe control to move between images. Read More... |
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Hardware
It has a beautiful big, sharp screen, yet the lens is small with a short zoom range. Read More... |
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Controls
The shutter and zoom are well placed, but the touch controls are rather finicky, and require the included stylus for precise control. Read More... |
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Design & Handling
It fits well into the hand, but you’ll need that wrist strap, and the thumb can accidentally trigger the touch screen. Read More... |
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Sony DSC-T900 Comparison
 We compare the DSC-TX7 to the DSC-T900. Read More... |
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Samsung TL225 Comparison
 We compare the DSC-TX7 to the TL225. Read More... |
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Canon S90 Comparison
 We compare the DSC-TX7 to the S90. Read More... |
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Conclusion
Read our final conclusion of the Sony Cyber-shot DSC-TX7. Read More... |
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Photo Gallery
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Part 16
Comments
Read what people are saying about the Sony Cyber-shot DSC-TX7. Add your comments... |
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