I used the camera twice and found the viewfinder cracked. Sony refused through various channels to resolve the issue. They wanted more than I paid for the camera to repair it. Good luck if you have any troubles.

Our Sony has given us trouble-free service on an around the world trip. We ran out of memory sticks pretty quickly and found the price for the 64 mb stick to be pretty expensive. Overall the image quality (on 2048 3:2 mode) is excellent. The colors are vibrant and we are able to easily print A4 copies on high quality printers.

The longer I own this DSC-S70 digital camera, the more I like it. As I climb up on the learning curve of all the camera's functioanlities, I think that it is a very fine piece of precision instrument and worth every penny of its price.

Some users, I believe, have overlooked the advanced functions of the camera. The shutter speed, for example, can be adjusted in 13 steps from 1/8 sec. to 1/1000 of a second in taking pictures of a moving subject. And the aperture can be adjusted in 9 steps from F2.0 to F8.0.

Another great feature is the selection of alternative image sizes. I used to use the 1290 x 960 size which would allow 96 images with a 64 mb memory stick. Then I found the quality of the picture was sufficiently good even if I went down to 640 x 480 size which would allow 760 images with the same 64 mb memory stick. During my recent vacation in France, I recorded several hundred images on one single memory stick. (But don't forget to bring your international electical adapter since you have to recharge the battery every night.)

Lastly, the German Zeiss lens is definitely superior to other cameras' lenes on the market.

I think that the camera has a good chance of becoming a collector's item since Sony has already stopped production of this model.

The pictures from this camera are beautiful. We have taken over 3000. However, buyer should beware of the sensitivity of the lens. Once, I set it down quickly and must have barely tapped the lens. The lens stopped going in and out. The camera was 4 months old, but Sony told me the labor warrantee was only for 3 months. They said we would have to pay a flat rate...for labor of the repair. So I bought a camera... 4 months ago, and they insist I pay [money] for some little problem. Hmmm.

Well, we tapped the lens, figuring we had nothing to lose, and it started moving again. It has worked without a problem since then. However, I am very careful of the delicate nature of the camera and do not feel free to take it just anywhere.

Once again, the pictures are worth every penny. It just isn't a camera you can casually throw around your neck or in your bag.

I bought this camera and did not notice that I did not have a battery charger for it. I am looking to find one. Maybe you can help me.

I know this camera is now out of date with only 3.3 mp, however I just wanted to say that this camera is going on 6 years of use and has never failed me!!! what I love most is where the controls for the AE programing are, smart and fast. I just recently got a new battery, and did have to send it in to get fixed after I had dropped it. I will continue to use this camera as long as it lasts! For someone who is looking to buy a great used camera this is a GREAT pick. No joke! Sony has done a great job with this camera and Im looking to upgrade to a new sony and keep this on the side still.

Even after I have purchaced my new A100 10 mega pixle SLR camera I still find myself takeing this 7 year old DSC-S70 with me on day trips, the picture quality is amazing even for todays standards. It wont accept my new 1 and 2GB memory sticks, but that is expected. Awesome job Sony!

Easy-to-use, light-weight and always dependable, this great camera takes perfect pictures.

So simple --- just click --- whether in bright sun or in low light (with or without flash), under almost any conditions. What a delight!

Our Sony DSC-S70 has proven itself time and again, so --- even though we have two excellent Canon digital SLRs and all sorts of lenses --- we keep it with us virtually everywhere we go, both for backup shots and as our primary camera when we need a comfortable carry. It's a real winner!

I have owned my Sony DSC-S70 for many years now. I bought it for just under $600 at the Sony store at Woodbury Commons, NY. It was marked B Stock on the box which indicated it was refurbished. At the time, they were very hard to find and it was regarded as the best available digital camera on the market. Since then, I have tried several different digital cameras but none come close to the accuracy of the color reproduction of the DSC-S70. This can be attributed to the superior optics designed by Carl Zeiss. The movie mode is great too although, your limited to 15 second clips. I have posted some pics here on Amazon. Take a look at the quality of the macro shots. It may not be the fastest or the most portable camera but it does take consistently good pics. It also takes RAW images which you will not find on most point and shoots out there today. In order to get this feature, you would have to step up to a DSLR. Enough jibber jabber. Check out the pics.