Sony Mavica FD-73 Digital Camera
The Sony Mavica FD-73 is a 0.35MP 1/4 inch camera — known for its Floppy Disk Storage and 0.35MP 1/4-Inch Sensor. Check GearFocus for current availability, with buyer protection on every purchase.
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Overview — Sony Mavica FD-73
Key Features — Sony Mavica FD-73
Floppy Disk Storage: Saves images directly to standard 3.5-inch floppy disks, eliminating the need for proprietary memory cards or a card reader to transfer files.
0.35MP 1/4-Inch Sensor: Captures images at 640x480 pixel resolution, typical of late-1990s digital cameras designed for screen viewing and early web use.
Five Color Profiles: Offers Standard, Sepia, Black & White, Color Negative, and Solarize modes for in-camera creative effects without post-processing.
2.5-Inch Fixed LCD: 84,000-dot rear display allows for live composition and image review, which was a notable convenience feature at the time of release.
Built-In Flash: Integrated flash handles basic low-light shooting without requiring any external accessories.
InfoLithium Battery Compatible: Works with Sony NP-F330 or NP-F550 batteries, with the larger NP-F550 delivering extended shot counts on a single charge.
Specifications — Sony Mavica FD-73
| Spec | Detail |
|---|---|
| Use Cases | Travel |
| Type | Point and Shoot |
| Sensor | 1/4 inch |
| Resolution | 0.35MP |
| ISO Range | 100 – 100 |
| AF System | Contrast Detection |
| AF Points | 1 point |
| Max Photo Resolution | 640x480 |
| Burst Rate | 1 fps |
| Image Stabilization | None |
| Display | 2.5 inches Fixed LCD |
| Display Resolution | 84,000 dots |
Description — Sony Mavica FD-73
The Sony Mavica FD-73 is a point-and-shoot camera built around a 1/4-inch sensor delivering a maximum resolution of 640x480 pixels at 0.35MP. It features a fixed lens design and relies on contrast detection autofocus with a single focus point for straightforward operation. The 2.5-inch Fixed LCD at 84,000 dots serves as the primary viewing interface.
A built-in flash is included for low-light scenarios. Five color profiles — Standard, Sepia, Black & White, Color Negative, and Solarize — offer creative variety. The plastic body measures 138 x 103 x 62 mm and weighs 500g, with no weather sealing.
There is no image stabilization of any kind. Power is supplied by the Sony NP-F330 or NP-F550 InfoLithium battery, rated at up to 2,000 shots with the NP-F550 and flash disabled. No wifi, Bluetooth, or USB connectivity is present.
Pros — Sony Mavica FD-73
- ✓Five creative color profiles available: Standard, Sepia, Black & White, Color Negative, and Solarize
- ✓Built-in flash included for low-light shooting without accessories
- ✓2.5-inch Fixed LCD with 84,000 dots for live view and image review
Cons — Sony Mavica FD-73
- ✗Maximum photo resolution is limited to 640x480 pixels at 0.35MP
- ✗No image stabilization of any kind — inBodyIS, digitalIS, and optical IS are all absent
- ✗No connectivity: wifi, Bluetooth, and USB are all absent
Videos — Sony Mavica FD-73
Sony Digital Mavica: 1997 Floppy Disk Camera Experience — LGR