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Sony Mavica CD350 Point & Shoot Camera

The Sony CD350 is a 3.3MP 1/2.5 inch compact camera — with null video. Check GearFocus for current availability, with buyer protection on every purchase.

Sony Mavica CD350 Point & Shoot Camera

Sony Mavica CD350 Point & Shoot Camera

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Camera Overview — Sony CD350

The Sony Mavica CD350 is a point-and-shoot digital camera built around one of the more distinctive storage approaches in consumer photography history: it writes images directly to optical disc media, listed in the specifications as its sole storage format. The camera features a 3MP sensor housed in a 1/2.5-inch format, paired with a 14-bit DXP (Digital Extended Processor) image processor. Images are captured at a maximum resolution of 2048x1536 pixels in the sRGB color profile.

The autofocus system uses contrast detection across 3 focus points, with no subject tracking or eye tracking on offer. The 2.5-inch TFT LCD display resolves at 123,000 dots, serving as the primary framing tool given that no viewfinder type is listed in the specifications. ISO sensitivity spans a modest range from 100 to 400.

The camera ships with USB connectivity and is powered by a Sony NP-FM50 InfoLITHIUM battery rated for approximately 120–150 shots per charge. The plastic body measures 132 x 92 x 74 mm and weighs 522g, with no weather sealing. A built-in flash is included.

There is no image stabilization of any kind, and no Wi-Fi or Bluetooth connectivity is present.

Key Features — Sony CD350

CD-R/RW Optical Disc Storage: Images are written directly to mini CD-R or CD-RW discs, eliminating the need for a card reader and making files immediately readable in any optical disc drive.

3.3MP 1/2.5-Inch Sensor: Captures images at up to 2048x1536 pixels, typical of early-2000s consumer digital cameras at this price point.

Sony DXP Image Processor: Sony's Digital Extended Processor handles image data internally, managing color rendering and noise reduction from the sensor output.

2.5-Inch TFT LCD Display: The 123,000-dot rear screen serves as the primary framing and review tool, as no optical or electronic viewfinder is present.

3-Point Contrast Detection AF: Autofocus selects from three focus points using contrast detection, suited to the stationary and slow-moving subjects typical of point-and-shoot use.

ISO 100–400 Range: A modest sensitivity range intended for daylight and well-lit indoor shooting, supplemented by the built-in flash in low-light situations.

Camera Specifications — Sony CD350

Sony CD350 full specifications
SpecDetail
Use CasesTravel
TypePoint and Shoot
Sensor1/2.5 inch
Resolution3.3MP
Processor14-bit DXP (Digital Extended Processor)
ISO Range100 – 400
AF SystemContrast Detection
AF Points3 points
Max Photo Resolution2048x1536
Burst Rate1 fps
Max Video Resolutionnull
Max Frame Rate30fps

Description — Sony CD350

The Sony Mavica CD350 is a point-and-shoot digital camera distinguished by its use of optical disc as its storage medium — the only storage format listed in its specifications. It is built around a 3MP, 1/2.5-inch sensor processed by a 14-bit DXP (Digital Extended Processor), capturing stills at a maximum resolution of 2048x1536 pixels in sRGB. Autofocus is handled by a contrast detection system covering 3 focus points, with no subject or eye tracking.

The 2.5-inch TFT LCD display renders at 123,000 dots, and a built-in flash is included. ISO ranges from 100 to 400. Connectivity includes USB, while Wi-Fi and Bluetooth are absent.

The plastic body measures 132 x 92 x 74 mm and weighs 522g, with no weather sealing and no image stabilization. Power comes from a Sony NP-FM50 InfoLITHIUM battery, good for approximately 120–150 shots per charge.

Pros — Sony CD350

  • ✓Optical disc listed as storage media — a genuinely distinct approach to image storage for its category
  • ✓14-bit DXP (Digital Extended Processor) image processor on board
  • ✓2.5-inch TFT LCD display at 123,000 dots for comfortable image review

Cons — Sony CD350

  • ✗ISO tops out at 400, limiting shooting flexibility in low-light conditions
  • ✗No image stabilization of any kind (no in-body, no digital)
  • ✗No viewfinder listed in specifications — LCD-only framing

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Frequently Asked Questions — Sony CD350

What storage media does the Sony Mavica CD350 use?+
According to the specifications, the CD350 uses optical disc as its storage media — this is the only listed storage format for the camera.
What is the maximum photo resolution the CD350 can capture?+
The camera captures images at a maximum resolution of 2048x1536 pixels, using a 3MP, 1/2.5-inch sensor. Images are recorded in the sRGB color profile.
Does the Sony Mavica CD350 have image stabilization?+
No. The specifications confirm that there is no in-body IS and no digital IS — the image stabilization type is listed as 'None.'
What autofocus system does this camera use?+
The CD350 uses a contrast detection autofocus system with 3 focus points. Subject tracking and eye tracking are both listed as unavailable.
What battery does the CD350 use, and how long does it last?+
The camera uses a Sony NP-FM50 InfoLITHIUM battery, rated at approximately 120–150 shots per charge according to the specifications.
Does the Sony Mavica CD350 offer wireless connectivity?+
No. The specifications confirm that Wi-Fi and Bluetooth are both absent. The camera does include USB connectivity, but no wireless transfer options are available.

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