Sony Announces 12.1MP Digicam

Sony has announced, what it claims to be the first compact camera with 12.1 megapixel sensors. The DSC-W200 Cyber-shot features 3X Optical Zoom and is expected to ship on or before May 18, 2007. At 91 x 58.5 x 27.3 mm, 173g, the W200 boasts of a high ISO sensitivity of upto 6400.

Apart from being a 12.1 MP camera, the DSC-W200 features high sensitivity for shooting without a flash even in very low light. It also includes features like Face Detection, D-range optimization, and in-camera retouching and red-eye reduction. It comes with a 2.5-inch LCD screen and High Definition output for compatible HDTV screens.

Other features include a 9-Point Auto Focus, D-Range Optimization, Optical Viewfinder and 31MB Internal Memory.