Sony Cybershot TX1 Out-of-the-Box

Sony Cybershot TX1 Out-of-the-Box

Sony sent in a Cybershot TX1 to review. As the camera features a 3.0? touch-screen, the only physical controls (zoom, preview, and the on-off buttons) are situated on the top of the device. Here�s what comes with the TX1:

• Instruction manuals in 4 different languages (region-dependent)


• Warranty card


• Software CD


• Catalog of Cybershot TX1 accessories


• USB / TV-out cable


• NP-BD1 battery in a plastic case


• Changing dock and power cord


• Wrist strap (already attached to camera


• Paint pen (attaches to wrist strap, used to operate touch-screen

At first glance, that seems like a lot. Yet Sony could�ve done a little better with the bundle, including a Memory Stick and a basic camera case at the very least. I totally understand Sony wants customers to spend more on accessories (the included catalog makes this marketing push very obvious). But what�s wrong with whetting the new owner�s appetite right away? A 1GB memory stick provides enough capacity for decent use, while a cheap camera case would provide basic protection for the TX1�s stylish (and fingerprint-vulnerable) exterior?

In any case, watch out for updates as we put this camera through its paces. If you�re eager to own a Sony Cybershot TX1, B & H is selling this baby for $380. Available range from feminine pink to the understated gray.

(Via The Gadget Blog.)