The Sony Cyber-shot DSC W5 features a classic design combined with ultra modern technology.

The cast looks solid, and the camera feels comfortable. The performance level is well, the technology is high end. Menu control is easy, for both amateurs and semi professionals.

 But a couple of features make the camera stand out from its competitors. For one, the DSC W5 is equipped with nothing less then a Carl Zeiss Vario Tessar lens, that provides crisp, amazingly clear visuals. Again, the cooperation between the Sony corp. and Carl Zeiss lens makers proves to be a golden one.

 The second thing that made the already ever happy Purchase Reviews Test Panel even happier is the huge 2.5" LCD screen. Never was taking a shot of the whole family easier. All cousins, aunts, uncles, and even grandmother can be viewed in this enormous screen as they pose for a family portrait.

 Yet another thing that satisfied the Purchase Reviews Test Panel, is the built-in 32 Megabytes flash memory. This will make sure that, even when you’re memory stick is full, you can go on and on, clicking those snapshots.

 The DSC W5 also includes 5.1 Megapixel image capture, high speed performance thanks to the Real Image Processor Chip, 5 area multi-point auto focus (!), auto focus illuminator, multi-pattern measuring.

 Together with the very affordable price of the Sony Cyber-shot DSC W5, this camera gets a thumps up from Purchase Reviews!