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12.02.08

Double Shot

A new camera provides the quality of an SLR and the convenience of a point-and-shoot

By Sean Captain Posted 01.30.2008 at 12:36 pm 0 Comments

Photo buffs love SLRs because the optical viewfinder shows exactly what the camera sees. But sometimes a point-and-shoot is more convenient. Its LCD is great for framing awkward shots where you cant get your eyeball up to that little window, such as holding the camera high to shoot over a crowd or low to snap pets. Sonys new high-end cameras deliver the best of both worlds: an SLR with a fast, accurate digital-preview option.

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