Not sure whether that special moment deserves a photo or a video clip? It's easy to switch instantly between still and movie modes at the touch of a comfortably placed button on top of the camera. You can even grab crisp still images (1280x720 pixels) without interrupting video shooting.
The Carl Zeiss lens features a new ring-type Zoom button, allowing easy adjustment throughout the 5x range while you're shooting movies. The lens itself is stabilized and offers an equivalent to 33-136mm focal range.
After you've finished shooting, HD Slide Shows add an extra dimension of enjoyment to your collection of photos and videos. Pick from a choice of musical accompaniments, or import your favorite music track from a connected PC. If you want bigger picture, still images and HD movie clips can be experienced with extra impact on your HD Ready television. Connected via HDMI to your HD TV, BRAVIA Sync allows on-screen control of Cyber-shot playback functions using the TV's remote control. Supplied Picture Motion Browser software makes it easy to browse and manage pictures and HD movie files on your PC, upload your favorite moments to image sharing sites, or email them to friends and family.
The Cyber-shot T500 will be available from October 2008. Its price should be around USD 400.
