I was quite intrigued by the Sony Cyber-shot DSC-WX1 when it was announced. Sony combined a fast lens (at least at wide-angle) with a new sensor design that promises "twice the sensitivity of traditional image sensors" and put them into a compact point-and-shoot camera. Unfortunately, the WX1's image quality is lacking, the lens is a disappointment, and the camera is missing the features found on cheaper W-series models (save for the HD movie mode). While the new Exmor R CMOS sensor allows for fast continuous shooting and a cool sweep panorama feature, there's only a modest improvement at higher ISOs compared to "regular" cameras. All-in-all, the DSC-WX1 didn't live up to the hype for me, which is why I have a hard time recommending it. Read full review ...
I was quite intrigued by the Sony Cyber-shot DSC-WX1 when it was announced. Sony combined a fast lens (at least at wide-angle) with a new sensor design that promises "twice the sensitivity of traditional image sensors" and put them into a compact point-and-shoot camera. Unfortunately, the WX1's...
