Sony Cyber-shot DSC-P72 Point & Shoot Camera
The Sony DSC-P72 is a 3MP Other compact camera — with SD (480p) video. Check GearFocus for current availability, with buyer protection on every purchase.
Sony Cyber-shot DSC-P72 Point & Shoot Camera
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Camera Overview — Sony DSC-P72
Key Features — Sony DSC-P72
3MP Super HAD CCD: Sony's Super HAD CCD sensor captures images at up to 2048x1536 pixels, suited for standard prints and everyday sharing.
Optical Viewfinder Included: A traditional optical viewfinder complements the 1.5-inch TFT LCD, giving shooters a secondary framing option in bright light.
AA Battery Power: Runs on two standard AA batteries (NiMH or Alkaline), making power easy to source anywhere without a proprietary charger.
Five Flash Modes: Built-in flash includes Auto, Forced On, Forced Off, Slow Synchro, and Red-eye Reduction, covering a range of common shooting situations.
Six Color Profiles: In-camera JPEG color modes include Standard, Vivid, Sepia, Black & White, Negative Art, and Solarize for creative output straight from the camera.
Contrast Detection Autofocus: 3-point contrast detection AF with a manual focus option provides flexible subject control for a camera of this class.
Camera Specifications — Sony DSC-P72
| Spec | Detail |
|---|---|
| Use Cases | Travel |
| Type | Point and Shoot |
| Sensor | Other |
| Resolution | 3MP |
| Processor | Super HAD CCD |
| ISO Range | 100 – 400 |
| AF System | Contrast Detection, Manual Focus Only |
| AF Points | 3 points |
| Max Photo Resolution | 2048x1536 |
| Burst Rate | 1 fps |
| Max Video Resolution | SD (480p) |
| Max Frame Rate | Other |
Description — Sony DSC-P72
The Sony Cyber-shot DSC-P72 is a compact point-and-shoot camera powered by a 3MP Super HAD CCD sensor with a maximum capture resolution of 2048x1536 pixels. Its 1.5-inch TFT LCD with 123,000 dots serves as the primary live view and review screen, while an optical viewfinder offers an alternative framing method. The built-in flash supports five modes — Auto, Forced On, Forced Off, Slow Synchro, and Red-eye Reduction — with a range of 0.5–3.8m at wide and 0.5–2.5m at tele.
ISO sensitivity spans 100 to 400, and six color profiles including Vivid, Sepia, Black & White, Negative Art, and Solarize give shooters in-camera creative options. The camera accepts Memory Stick and Memory Stick PRO Duo cards for storage, and connects to computers via USB. Running on two AA batteries (NiMH or Alkaline), it delivers up to 300 shots or 150 minutes per charge with NiMH.
The plastic body weighs 263g and measures 119 x 58 x 33 mm, with no weather sealing and no image stabilization.
Pros — Sony DSC-P72
- ✓Dual framing options: both a 1.5-inch TFT LCD (123,000 dots) and an optical viewfinder are available
- ✓Versatile built-in flash with five modes including Red-eye Reduction and Slow Synchro
- ✓AA battery compatibility (NiMH or Alkaline) means easy access to power virtually anywhere
Cons — Sony DSC-P72
- ✗No image stabilization of any kind — inBodyIS, digitalIS, and optical IS are all absent
- ✗ISO range tops out at 400, limiting shooting in low-light conditions
- ✗No Wi-Fi or Bluetooth connectivity; file transfer relies on USB only
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