Sony DSC-WX500, black
Code: 44159
EAN: 4548736014138
Manufacturer code: DSCWX500B.CE3
Main info
- 18.2 megapixel Exmor R CMOS sensor
- 30× optical zoom (24 – 720 mm)
- Sony OSS (OpticalSteadyShot™) stabilization
- FullHD 1920 × 1080 50p video recording
- Integrated WiFi and NFC connectivity
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Shoot your best — Look even better
Improve your selfie, and take it easily, too. A 180° tiltable LCD monitor makes it simple to see how you look in the frame. Meet the new Sony WX500 - the world’s smallest1 camera to contain the far-reaching performance of a ZEISS® 30× optical zoom lens. With so much creative capability at hand to shoot for fun, you'll capture more star quality in every image.
The Elements of Comprehensive Image Quality
The synergy of a higher-performance CMOS image sensor, lightning-quick image processor and legendary lens pack the latest optical and engineering advancements into an amazingly compact form.
Go farther, closer and wider
The ZEISS Vario-Sonnar T* 30× optical zoom lens extends a legacy of high-precision optics to capture clear, sharp, undegraded images throughout a 24–720 mm range.
Greater Selfie Satisfaction Assured
Now, it's easier than ever to shoot for a look that you like in selfies, portraits and everything else with the flexibility that a full-tilt LCD monitor, customisable functions and easy photo retouching provide.
Extra-speedy & precise Fast Intelligent AF
An improved spatial object detection algorithm realises a more optimal and accurate lens drive to make AF even faster, for capturing more fleeting moments with ease.
Set the Right Mode in Motion
Whether you want to share action quickly or save it at a higher resolution for editing, it's simple to make format, mode, exposure and other settings, then start to record.
Improve your selfie, and take it easily, too. A 180° tiltable LCD monitor makes it simple to see how you look in the frame. Meet the new Sony WX500 - the world’s smallest1 camera to contain the far-reaching performance of a ZEISS® 30× optical zoom lens. With so much creative capability at hand to shoot for fun, you'll capture more star quality in every image.
The Elements of Comprehensive Image Quality
The synergy of a higher-performance CMOS image sensor, lightning-quick image processor and legendary lens pack the latest optical and engineering advancements into an amazingly compact form.
Go farther, closer and wider
The ZEISS Vario-Sonnar T* 30× optical zoom lens extends a legacy of high-precision optics to capture clear, sharp, undegraded images throughout a 24–720 mm range.
Greater Selfie Satisfaction Assured
Now, it's easier than ever to shoot for a look that you like in selfies, portraits and everything else with the flexibility that a full-tilt LCD monitor, customisable functions and easy photo retouching provide.
Extra-speedy & precise Fast Intelligent AF
An improved spatial object detection algorithm realises a more optimal and accurate lens drive to make AF even faster, for capturing more fleeting moments with ease.
Set the Right Mode in Motion
Whether you want to share action quickly or save it at a higher resolution for editing, it's simple to make format, mode, exposure and other settings, then start to record.
Sensor
Effective megapixels
approx. 18.2
Megapixels
18 megapixels
Sensor size
1/2.3" type
Sensor type
Exmor™ CMOS
Sensor size
1/2.3''
6.17 × 4.55 mm
6.17 × 4.55 mm
Full frame
No
Crop factor
5.6×
Aspect ratio
4:3
3:2, 16:9, 1:1 aspect ratio available
3:2, 16:9, 1:1 aspect ratio available
Largest image size
4896 × 3672
Smallest image size
640 × 480
Imaging processor
BIONZ X
ISO
80 – 3200
Expandable to ISO 12 800
1/3 EV increments
Expandable to ISO 12 800
1/3 EV increments
Filters
Primary color filter
Colour space
sRGB
Lens
Lens type
Carl Zeiss® Vario-Sonnar T*
Focal length
24 – 720 mm
Optical zoom
30×
Aperture
f/3.5 – 6.4
Image stabiliser
Image stabiliser
Yes
Image stabilizer design
Sony OSS (Optical SteadyShot™)
Focusing
Focusing sensor
TTL contrast detection AF
Autofocus modes
Single
Tracking
Tracking
Focus point selection
Multi-point
Center
Spot
Tracking
Face recognition
Center
Spot
Tracking
Face recognition
Face detection
Yes
AF assist light
Yes
Focus distance
0.05 m – ∞ (wide)
2.5 m - ∞ (tele)
2.5 m - ∞ (tele)
Close focus distance
5 cm (wide)
Exposure metering
Metering
TTL metering
Modes
Multi-segment (evaluative)
Center weighted average
Spot
Center weighted average
Spot
Exposure compensation
±2 EV
1/3 EV increments
1/3 EV increments
Shutter
Shutter speed
1/2000 – 30 sec
Shooting
Exposure modes
iAuto
Superior Auto
Scene
Program
Aperture priority
Shutter priority
Manual
Sweep Panorama
Superior Auto
Scene
Program
Aperture priority
Shutter priority
Manual
Sweep Panorama
Scene modes
16
Drive modes
Single
Continuous
Self-timer 2 sec
Self-timer 10 sec
Iseavaja portree
Continuous
Self-timer 2 sec
Self-timer 10 sec
Iseavaja portree
Digital filters
Yes
Still image continuous shooting
10 fps
Up to 10 frames
Up to 10 frames
JPEG+RAW
No
White balance
White balance modes
Auto
Daylight
Cloudy
Tungsten
Fluorescent (3)
Flash
Custom setting
Daylight
Cloudy
Tungsten
Fluorescent (3)
Flash
Custom setting
Movie recording
Video recording
Full HD 1920 × 1080
Video resolution
[FullHD] 1920 × 1080 60p/50p
Other formats
[FullHD] 1920 × 1080 60i/50i
[FullHD] 1920 × 1080 30p/25p
[FullHD] 1920 × 1080 24p
[HD] 1280 × 720 30p/25p
[FullHD] 1920 × 1080 30p/25p
[FullHD] 1920 × 1080 24p
[HD] 1280 × 720 30p/25p
Bitrate
[FullHD] 50 Mbps (XAVC S)
[FullHD] 28 Mbps (AVCHD)
[FullHD] 28 Mbps (AVCHD)
Microphone
Integrated stereo microphone
File types
JPEG
EXIF 2.3
DCF
MPF
DCF
MPF
Movie format
AVCHD (Video: H.264/MPEG-4 AVC; Audio: Dolby Digital AC3 stereo)
MP4 (Video: H.264/MPEG-4 AVC; Audio: AC3 stereo)
XAVC S
MP4 (Video: H.264/MPEG-4 AVC; Audio: AC3 stereo)
XAVC S
Viewfinder
Viewfinder
None
LCD monitor
Display type
XtraFine TFT LCD
Display size (inches)
3.0
Screen dots
921 600
Articulation
Tiltable
Touch screen
No
Coverage
100%
Adjustments
Brightness (5 levels)
Storage
Memory card slots
1
Memory card type
SD
SDHC
SDXC
Memory Stick Duo
Memory Stick PRO Duo
SDHC
SDXC
Memory Stick Duo
Memory Stick PRO Duo
Flash
Flash type
Built-in flash
Range
0.3 m - 5.4 m (wide)
2.5 m - 3.0 m (tele)
2.5 m - 3.0 m (tele)
Flash modes
Auto
Flash on
Flash off
Slow sync
Red-eye reduction
Flash on
Flash off
Slow sync
Red-eye reduction
Hot shoe
No
Interface
USB
microUSB 2.0
Video
AV out (NTSC/PAL)
microHDMI (Type D)
microHDMI (Type D)
Remote control
Via connected smartphone
Wireless
WiFi IEEE 802.11 b/g/n
NFC
Yes
Features
GPS
No
Electronic level
No
Panorama
Yes
HDR
Yes
Time lapse
No
Power source
Battery
NP-BX1 lithium battery
Battery life
360 shots (CIPA)
Body
Color
Black
Height (mm)
58.1
Width (mm)
101.6
Depth (mm)
35.5
Weight (body only)
209 g
Weight (with battery and memory card)
236 g
Package contents
Lithium battery NP-BX1
AC adapter AC-UB10
microUSB cable
Shoulder strap
User manual
AC adapter AC-UB10
microUSB cable
Shoulder strap
User manual
Product codes
EAN
4548736014138
Manufacturer code
DSCWX500B.CE3