Sony Mavica CD250 Point & Shoot Camera
The Sony Mavica CD250 is a 2MP 1/2.5 inch compact camera — known for its CD-R/RW Optical Disc Storage and 2MP 1/2.5-Inch Sensor. Check GearFocus for current availability, with buyer protection on every purchase.
Sony Mavica CD250 Point & Shoot Camera
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Camera Overview — Sony Mavica CD250
Key Features — Sony Mavica CD250
CD-R/RW Optical Disc Storage: Images are written directly to Mini CD discs rather than memory cards, providing a physical archive format that can be read in any standard CD-ROM drive.
2MP 1/2.5-Inch Sensor: Captures still images at up to 1600x1200 pixels, suited to everyday snapshots and web-sized prints.
2.5-Inch TFT LCD Display: 123,000-dot rear screen serves as the primary framing and playback tool in the absence of an optical viewfinder.
Contrast Detection Autofocus: Multi-area contrast detection AF provides straightforward automatic focusing for general point-and-shoot use.
Built-In Pop-Up Flash: Integrated flash extends usability in low-light environments without requiring an external accessory.
Burst Shooting at 2.5 fps: Continuous shooting mode allows sequences of frames to be captured in quick succession.
Camera Specifications — Sony Mavica CD250
| Spec | Detail |
|---|---|
| Type | Point and Shoot |
| Sensor | 1/2.5 inch |
| Resolution | 2MP |
| ISO Range | 100 – 400 |
| AF System | Contrast Detection |
| AF Points | Multi-area |
| Max Photo Resolution | 1600x1200 |
| Burst Rate | 2.5 fps |
| Max Frame Rate | Other |
| Video Color Profiles | sRGB |
| Image Stabilization | None |
| Display | 2.5 inch TFT LCD |
Description — Sony Mavica CD250
The Sony Mavica CD250 is a 2MP point-and-shoot camera with a 1/2.5-inch sensor that captures images at up to 1600x1200 pixels in sRGB. What sets this camera apart from conventional compact cameras is its optical disc storage format — a choice that defines the entire shooting experience and eliminates the need for memory cards entirely. The body is built from plastic, weighs 610g, and measures 138 x 95 x 101 mm, making it a notably substantial point-and-shoot.
The 2.5-inch TFT LCD with 123,000 dots is the primary interface for framing shots. Autofocus is handled by contrast detection with multi-area focus points, and the camera can fire at up to 2.5 fps in burst mode. A built-in pop-up flash handles supplemental lighting.
The Sony InfoLithium NP-FM50 battery is rated at approximately 120 shots. The camera connects via USB but has no WiFi or Bluetooth. ISO runs from 100 to 400, and there is no image stabilization of any type.
Pros — Sony Mavica CD250
- ✓Optical disc storage medium offers a built-in archival format per storageMedia specifications
- ✓2.5-inch TFT LCD display at 123,000 dots provides a large screen for the product category
- ✓Built-in pop-up flash included for supplemental lighting
Cons — Sony Mavica CD250
- ✗2MP sensor with 1600x1200 maximum resolution is very limited by modern standards
- ✗ISO range of 100–400 is narrow, with minimal low-light flexibility
- ✗No image stabilization of any kind (inBodyIS, digitalIS both false)
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