Sony Cyber-shot DSC-S85 Point & Shoot Camera
The Sony DSC-S85 is a 4MP 1/1.8 inch compact camera — known for its 4MP 1/1.8-Inch Sensor and Optical Tunnel Viewfinder. Check GearFocus for current availability, with buyer protection on every purchase.
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Camera Overview — Sony DSC-S85
Key Features — Sony DSC-S85
4MP 1/1.8-Inch Sensor: Captures images at up to 2272x1704 pixels, a competitive resolution for a compact digital camera of its generation.
Optical Tunnel Viewfinder: Allows you to compose shots through a physical viewfinder rather than relying solely on the LCD screen.
1.8-Inch LCD Display: 123,000-dot screen provides a live view for composing and reviewing images on the back of the camera.
ISO 100–400 Range: Offers basic sensitivity control for shooting in a variety of lighting conditions.
Built-In Flash: Integrated flash unit provides on-camera lighting for low-light scenes without requiring any external accessories.
InfoLithium NP-FM50 Battery: Uses Sony's established InfoLithium battery format, which reports remaining charge as a time estimate rather than a simple percentage.
Camera Specifications — Sony DSC-S85
| Spec | Detail |
|---|---|
| Use Cases | Travel |
| Type | Point and Shoot |
| Sensor | 1/1.8 inch |
| Resolution | 4MP |
| ISO Range | 100 – 400 |
| AF System | Contrast Detection |
| Max Photo Resolution | 2272x1704 |
| Max Frame Rate | Other |
| Image Stabilization | None |
| Display | 1.8 inch LCD |
| Display Resolution | 123,000 dots |
| Viewfinder | Optical (tunnel type) |
Description — Sony DSC-S85
The Sony Cyber-shot DSC-S85 is a point-and-shoot compact camera featuring a 4MP, 1/1.8-inch sensor capable of images up to 2272x1704 pixels. The camera's 1.8-inch LCD display offers 123,000 dots of resolution for composing and reviewing shots, while an optical tunnel-type viewfinder provides an alternative framing option. Autofocus is handled via a contrast detection system.
The ISO range runs from 100 to 400, and a built-in flash is included for additional lighting. The DSC-S85 stores images on Memory Stick media and connects to a computer through USB. There is no Wi-Fi or Bluetooth support.
The camera is powered by a Sony InfoLithium NP-FM50 battery. The body measures 125 x 52 x 65 mm and weighs 444g. No image stabilization — digital or in-body — is present.
Pros — Sony DSC-S85
- ✓4MP sensor with 1/1.8-inch type delivers a respectable resolution of 2272x1704 pixels for its class
- ✓Built-in flash system provides on-camera lighting without the need for external accessories
- ✓Optical tunnel-type viewfinder offers an alternative to the LCD for composing shots
Cons — Sony DSC-S85
- ✗ISO range tops out at 400, limiting flexibility in low-light shooting situations
- ✗No image stabilization of any kind — neither in-body nor digital
- ✗No Wi-Fi or Bluetooth connectivity, requiring physical USB transfer for all file offloading
Videos — Sony DSC-S85
Sony Cyber-shot DSC-S85 2021 Review — taptapking video (rrtyu-i)