DSC-WX5/BPictures that you could only imagine are now possible with the DSC-WX5.It starts with the outstanding low-light performance of Sony's “Exmor R” CMOS sensor. Amazingfeatures like Superior Auto and Background Defocus make it easy to get the best shot. There's even3D Sweep Panorama and Full HD 1080/60i AVCHD movies.8 712.2 Megapixel Back-illuminated“Exmor R” CMOS Image SensorThe DSC-WX5 features a 12.2 megapixel“Exmor R” CMOS image sensor thatbrings out the full resolving power of thecamera’s Sony G Lens F2.4 bright lensto deliver extremely fast speed, highresolution, and stunning low-lightsensitivity with improved image clarityand drastically reduced grain. Inaddition, the combined “Exmor R”CMOS sensor and BIONZ™ imageprocessor delivers extremely fast 10fps,Anti Motion Blur, Hand-held Twilightand 1080i movie modes .®9Superior Auto modeGet cleaner, more dynamic picturesand fewer missed shots. The cameraautomatically recognizes the correctscene mode, then quickly shoots andcombines up to six shots to produceimages with greater clarity, optimumdynamic range using backlightcorrection HDR technology and lowerimage noise using 6 shots layeringtechnology.Background DefocusDSLR photographs are often beautifulbecause they blur the background,putting the emphasis on your subject.Now our point-and-shoot cameras candeliver this signature DSLR benefit. Thesystem takes two shots, identifies thebackground and applies a defocusedbackground while keeping your subjectcrisp and clear.3D Sweep PanoramaCapture vast scenic vistas and 16:9shots in spectacular 3D. As you sweepacross the panorama, the camerarecords separate right-eye and left-eyeimages that make landscapes comealive on your 3D television.12Intelligent Sweep Panorama ModeCapture expansive landscapes withIntelligent Sweep Panorama Mode.Press shutter and sweep and the cameradoes the rest, continuously, shootingimages and in one second stitchingthem together. This model even detectsfaces and moving subjects to stitchintelligently different widths to helpavoid subject distortion.Intelligent Sweep Panorama ModeCapture expansive landscapes withIntelligent Sweep Panorama Mode.Press shutter and sweep and the cameradoes the rest, continuously, shootingimages and in one second stitchingthem together. This model even detectsfaces and moving subjects to stitchintelligently different widths to helpavoid subject distortion.1080i AVCHD Movie ModeRecord movies in 1080i AVCHD highdefinition at 60i . With HDMIconnectivity you may enjoy instantplayback on compatible HDTV or LCDof the camera. The AVCHD formatcaptures a high degree of detail andsmooth movement, and when footageis burned to disc, can be played backon Blu-ray Disc™ players, SonyPlayStation 3 systems andcompatible PCs and HDTVs. Theconvenience Movie start/stop buttonmakes it easy to access this mode.88® ®7Backlight Correction HDRShooting high-contrast scenes can oftenlead to washed out backgroundsand/or details lost in shadow.Backlight Correction HDR helps correctfor this by taking two pictures atdifferent exposure settings andprocessing the best elements of bothinto a single image for more naturallooking shots.5x (24mm-equivalent) Professional-quality F2.4 bright G-LensG lenses are used in top of the linedigital single lens reflex (DSLR) camerasand advanced pro-sumer HDcamcorders.Capture the action up close with the 5xoptical zoom, and with the 24mmequivalent wide angle lens the WX5even allows you to capture more of thescenes in landscape or group portraits.This F2.4 bright lens, combined with thecamera’s ‘Exmor R’ CMOS technologymakes stunning low light imagespossible. Additionally, Optical SteadyShotTM Image Stabilization minimizesblur.ADDITIONAL FEATURESHDMI Output (type C)Soft Skin modeTracking FocusNatural FlashSweep Multi AngleOptical SteadyShot™ imagestabilizationDVDirect DVD recorder Compatible®HD MP4 Movie Mode8Compatible with PC and MAC SystemsIntelligent Auto (iAuto) modeSmile Shutter™ technologyAnti-blink FunctionSelf-Portrait TimerMotion DetectionIntelligent Scene Recognition (iSCN)ModeIntelligent AF2.8" Clear Photo™ LCD Plus display(460k pixels)1Scene modesFace Detection technologyEasy Shooting ModeBIONZ Image Processor®Function GuideViewing modesIn-Camera Retouching ToolsHigh Sensitivity Mode (ISO 3200)PHOTOMUSICPhotoTV HDTransferJet™ technologyCustom Background ColorLithium-ion batteryMedia card slotIncludes Sony PMB (Picture MotionBrowser) Software ver. 5.32®Includes Sony PMB Portable software® 3Colors Available