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product_id: 921212
title: "Sony DSC-TX30/B 18 MP Digital Camera with 5x Optical Image Stabilized Zoom and 3.3-Inch OLED (Black)"
brand: "sony"
price: "€ 7.05"
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# Waterproof up to 33ft (IPX8) 18.2MP Exmor R CMOS sensor 5x Optical + 10x Clear Image Zoom Sony DSC-TX30/B 18 MP Digital Camera with 5x Optical Image Stabilized Zoom and 3.3-Inch OLED (Black)

**Brand:** sony
**Price:** € 7.05
**Availability:** ❌ Out of Stock

## Summary

> 💦 Dive into adventure-ready photography with Sony’s pocket powerhouse!

## Quick Answers

- **What is this?** Sony DSC-TX30/B 18 MP Digital Camera with 5x Optical Image Stabilized Zoom and 3.3-Inch OLED (Black) by sony
- **How much does it cost?** € 7.05 with free shipping
- **Is it available?** Currently out of stock
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## Best For

- sony enthusiasts

## Why This Product

- Trusted sony brand quality
- Free international shipping included
- Worldwide delivery with tracking
- 15-day hassle-free returns

## Key Features

- • **Zoom Into the Action:** 5x optical zoom plus advanced Clear Image digital zoom for sharp close-ups from afar.
- • **Capture Life in Motion:** Optical SteadyShot with 2-way Active Mode stabilizes photos & HD videos on the move.
- • **Crystal-Clear Shots Anytime:** 18.2MP sensor with Carl Zeiss lens delivers stunning detail, even in low light.
- • **Vivid Touchscreen Experience:** 3.3” OLED touchscreen with 1,229K dots for ultra-bright, high-contrast image preview.
- • **Rugged Ready for Every Adventure:** Shockproof, dustproof, freeze-proof & waterproof—take it anywhere without worry.

## Overview

The Sony DSC-TX30/B is a compact, ultra-durable 18.2MP digital camera featuring a high-quality Carl Zeiss lens, 5x optical zoom with Clear Image digital zoom, and a bright 3.3-inch OLED touchscreen. Certified waterproof up to 33 feet, shockproof, dustproof, and freeze-proof, it’s designed for active professionals who demand stunning photos and HD videos in any environment—from underwater explorations to urban nights.

## Description

Capture landscapes with one touch using Sweep Panorama, get that perfect portrait with Smile Shutter, snap wider scenes

Review: Great camera! Suitably rugged for a trip. - Before i bought this camera i was a little concerned about a lot of the reviews that said it had issues with leaking when used underwater, and that Sony's support was terrible. Well i took this camera on a trip to Puerto Rico for a week right after i received it. I didn't buy any special accessories, i just used it as-is. I can say that this guy functioned wonderfully both in and out of the water. I used it every single day on the beach, in the rainforest, and out at night. I would say on average i was taking somewhere in the neighborhood of about 100 or so pictures and 3 or 4 videos per day. At that rate i ran out of juice only one time and that was at about 11PM after being out all day since about 9AM. So I would have to say the battery life was pretty good. Also i used this in the water ALOT! I took both pics and videos and it was great to use some of the more artistic settings such as sketch mode underwater; it really allowed me to document my trip in a much more detailed way since i could take it literally everywhere i went without having to worry about ruining it. I never once had any water get into the case, after a couple of particularly long sessions in the water it did prompt me with a warning on startup about making sure the battery cover was closed properly, but that was the extent of it. The picture quality was also damn good for the size of the camera and definitely much better than my iPhone 5 i was carrying. Overall, an excellent camera for the price. And if you are looking for something you can literally throw in your pocket and take with you everywhere, this is it. Just don't expect DSLR quality pics.
Review: I have yet to find a better camera for my daily runs - This little baby is my "Swiss army knife" everyday camera. Outstanding "quickdraw" camera for runners! I don’t go on runs without it. I use the Sony LCS-CST soft carrying case attached to my waist fanny pack. I do go through a lot of the carrying cases because the silver metal parts that secure the case to my fanny pack rust out. I keep 2 or 3 extras on hand. I started using the DSC-TX-10 circa 2010 and have continued with the TX20 and TX30 series. I have yet to find a better camera for my daily runs, as well as marathons and ultra marathons. I shoot on the run and get perfect pictures in all kinds of weather. And, yes it takes a beating and keeps on clicking. Drop it, pick it up, wipe it off, holster it and ready for the next shot. I carry the TX-20 or the TX-30 with me everywhere I go so I never miss a shot. It can’t be beat for its photo quality and one hand ease of use on the run. I can't say enough good about this camera for this price range. Battery life has never been an issue and it’s been through 24-hour runs in rain and not once did it fail to meet the challenge. Sony camera engineering is simply superb! The colors in the photos are brilliant. In the past year I have switched to Sony for all of my photography needs, not just for running (purchased the Sony DSCRX1R and Sony RX1000M). I hope Sony continues making this little rock-solid camera. For my needs Sony technology is the best on the market now. I definitely recommend this camera for running and everyday use. Thanks for reading!

## Features

- Capture breathtaking images
- Image stabilization reduces blur
- Black

## Technical Specifications

| Specification | Value |
|---------------|-------|
| ASIN | B00BEHQKP2 |
| Age Range Description | Adult |
| Aperture modes | Auto |
| Are Batteries Included | Yes |
| Aspect Ratio | 16:9 |
| Auto Focus Technology | Contrast Detection |
| Autofocus | Yes |
| Autofocus Points | 1 |
| Battery Weight | 1 Grams |
| Best Sellers Rank | #179,631 in Electronics ( See Top 100 in Electronics ) #1,611 in Digital Point & Shoot Cameras |
| Brand | Sony |
| Built-In Media | HDMI Cable |
| Camera Flash | Built-In |
| Camera Lens | 5x optical zoom lens with 130mm maximum focal length |
| Color | Black |
| Compatible Devices | Sony E |
| Compatible Flash Memory Type | SD |
| Compatible Mountings | Sony E |
| Connectivity Technology | USB |
| Continuous Shooting | 10 |
| Customer Reviews | 4.2 out of 5 stars 636 Reviews |
| Digital Scene Transition | zoom |
| Digital Zoom | 20 x |
| Digital-Still | Yes |
| Display Fixture Type | Fixed |
| Display Resolution Maximum | 1229000 |
| Display Type | OLED |
| Dots Per Screen | 1229000 |
| Effective Still Resolution | 18 MP |
| Expanded ISO Maximum | 3200 |
| Expanded ISO Minimum | 80 |
| Exposure Control | Automatic |
| File Format | JPEG, RAW |
| Flash Memory Bus Interface Type | UHS-I |
| Flash Memory Type | SD, SDHC, SDXC |
| Flash Memory UHS Speed Class | 3 |
| Flash Modes | Automatic |
| Focus Features | Active |
| Focus Mode | Automatic AF (AF-A) |
| Focus Type | Auto Focus |
| Form Factor | Compact |
| Global Trade Identification Number | 04905524939248 |
| Hardware Interface | AV Port |
| Has Color Screen | Yes |
| Image Capture Type | Stills & Video |
| Image Stabilization | Optical |
| Image stabilization | Optical |
| Item Weight | 4.8 ounces |
| JPEG Quality Level | Fine |
| Lens Type | standard-zoom |
| Manufacturer | Sony |
| Manufacturer Part Number | FBA_DSCTX30/B |
| Maximum Focal Length | 130 Millimeters |
| Maximum Shutter Speed | 4 Seconds |
| Minimum Focal Length | 26 Millimeters |
| Minimum Shutter Speed | 1/1600 Seconds |
| Model Name | FBA_DSCTX30/B |
| Model Number | DSC-TX30/B |
| Model Series | TX30 |
| Movie Mode | Yes |
| Optical Zoom | 5 |
| Photo Sensor Resolution | 18 MP |
| Photo Sensor Size | 1/2.3-inch |
| Photo Sensor Technology | CMOS |
| Real Angle Of View | 10.2 Degrees |
| Recording Capacity | 190 Minutes |
| Remote Included | No |
| Screen Size | 3.3 Inches |
| Sensor Type | CMOS |
| Series Number | 30 |
| Shooting Modes | Automatic |
| Skill Level | Professional |
| Special Feature | Image Stabilization |
| Specific Uses For Product | Travel |
| Supported File Format | JPEG, RAW |
| Supported Image Format | JPEG, RAW |
| Total Still Resolution | 18 MP |
| Total USB 2.0 Ports | 1 |
| Total USB Ports | 1 |
| Total Video Out Ports | 1 |
| Touch Screen Type | Yes |
| UPC | 027242862265 |
| Video Capture Format | AVCHD |
| Video Output | HDMI |
| Video Resolution | FHD 1080p |
| Viewfinder | Electronic |
| White Balance Settings | Auto, Flash torch |
| Wireless Technology | Yes |
| Zoom | Digital Zoom, Optical Zoom |

## Product Details

- **Compatible Mountings:** Sony E
- **Aspect Ratio:** 16:9
- **Photo Sensor Technology:** CMOS
- **Supported File Format:** JPEG, RAW
- **Image Stabilization:** Optical
- **Maximum Focal Length:** 130 Millimeters
- **Optical Zoom:** 5
- **Expanded ISO Minimum:** 80
- **Brand:** Sony
- **Model Name:** FBA_DSCTX30/B

## Images

![Sony DSC-TX30/B 18 MP Digital Camera with 5x Optical Image Stabilized Zoom and 3.3-Inch OLED (Black) - Image 1](https://m.media-amazon.com/images/I/615Uy7Oj9pL.jpg)

## Available Options

This product comes in different **Color** options.

## Questions & Answers

**Q: is it really waterproof?**
A: That was my problem with the camera.  We took it on a snorkeling trip to Hawaii and didn't exceed the 15 feet limit that Sony said it was waterproof to, and it seeped water into the inside of the camera.  Ruined it and when I tried to get Sony to honor it's warranty, they reneged on their warranty.  Their service center is a joke.  I barely took the camera any deeper than 5 feet.

**Q: This camera looks like it has a slide cover, is that the on/off switch or is it just a lens cover?**
A: Yes.  It protects the lens and nothing zooms out.  I had 2 and loved them.  Excellent for 1-hand operation.  Sony color quality.

**Q: Does this camera have a wireless feature for uploading photos?**
A: No! This is a great camera but is missing this feature.

**Q: In what format is the video? Mov? MP4?  Can it convert to 720p?**
A: You can choose AVCHD or MP4 format for filming movies.  AVCHD is 1080 60i (interlaced), and MP4 is 30p (progressive). In MP4 you can select 1080, 720 or VGA mode.

## Customer Reviews

### ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ Great camera! Suitably rugged for a trip.
*by M***Z on May 8, 2014*

Before i bought this camera i was a little concerned about a lot of the reviews that said it had issues with leaking when used underwater, and that Sony's support was terrible. Well i took this camera on a trip to Puerto Rico for a week right after i received it. I didn't buy any special accessories, i just used it as-is. I can say that this guy functioned wonderfully both in and out of the water. I used it every single day on the beach, in the rainforest, and out at night. I would say on average i was taking somewhere in the neighborhood of about 100 or so pictures and 3 or 4 videos per day. At that rate i ran out of juice only one time and that was at about 11PM after being out all day since about 9AM. So I would have to say the battery life was pretty good. Also i used this in the water ALOT! I took both pics and videos and it was great to use some of the more artistic settings such as sketch mode underwater; it really allowed me to document my trip in a much more detailed way since i could take it literally everywhere i went without having to worry about ruining it. I never once had any water get into the case, after a couple of particularly long sessions in the water it did prompt me with a warning on startup about making sure the battery cover was closed properly, but that was the extent of it. The picture quality was also damn good for the size of the camera and definitely much better than my iPhone 5 i was carrying. Overall, an excellent camera for the price. And if you are looking for something you can literally throw in your pocket and take with you everywhere, this is it. Just don't expect DSLR quality pics.

### ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ I have yet to find a better camera for my daily runs
*by J***Y on November 15, 2015*

This little baby is my "Swiss army knife" everyday camera. Outstanding "quickdraw" camera for runners! I don’t go on runs without it. I use the Sony LCS-CST soft carrying case attached to my waist fanny pack. I do go through a lot of the carrying cases because the silver metal parts that secure the case to my fanny pack rust out. I keep 2 or 3 extras on hand. I started using the DSC-TX-10 circa 2010 and have continued with the TX20 and TX30 series. I have yet to find a better camera for my daily runs, as well as marathons and ultra marathons. I shoot on the run and get perfect pictures in all kinds of weather. And, yes it takes a beating and keeps on clicking. Drop it, pick it up, wipe it off, holster it and ready for the next shot. I carry the TX-20 or the TX-30 with me everywhere I go so I never miss a shot. It can’t be beat for its photo quality and one hand ease of use on the run. I can't say enough good about this camera for this price range. Battery life has never been an issue and it’s been through 24-hour runs in rain and not once did it fail to meet the challenge. Sony camera engineering is simply superb! The colors in the photos are brilliant. In the past year I have switched to Sony for all of my photography needs, not just for running (purchased the Sony DSCRX1R and Sony RX1000M). I hope Sony continues making this little rock-solid camera. For my needs Sony technology is the best on the market now. I definitely recommend this camera for running and everyday use. Thanks for reading!

### ⭐⭐⭐⭐ Great for rafting!
*by T***C on May 27, 2014*

I just took this camera on a 1-week camping & rafting trip down the Grand Canyon...and I have tons of amazing photos because of it! Design: The camera is very attractive; I got it in pink, which is very eyecatching...and that's exactly what I wanted, so I wouldn't lose it! It's very petite, looks to be about the size of a credit card, and is very light. That means it was very easy for me to carry around EVERYWHERE - while hanging on to a raft, while body-surfing down a river, while hiking up a canyon cliff. It comes with a no-frills wrist band - just a loop. I have small wrists and was able to double-loop it around my wrist, which kept it taught and safe. But I imagine someone with a bigger wrist would rather have a clip on it to tighten the loop around their wrist, which this doesn't have. The slide cover, which switches the camera on, was also something I loved. While there is a separate on/off button, sliding the cover was a super-fast way to snap some pictures really quickly, then turn it off. I liked not having to mess with a lens cover that I'd need two hands to fasten. I could do EVERYTHING with this camera with just 1 hand - especially great if you need your other hand to hang on to a raft or a rock! The touch screen was one thing I was iffy about. The default AUTO mode is really great, and basically all you need.....that and the panorama mode. Just beware that panorama really drains the battery, so if you aren't able to charge your camera during your trip, be wary about panorama. The extra "filters" you can process your photos with on the camera are nothing special, and personally I find them gaudy. Auto mode is great (this is coming from a pro DSLR user). I'm going through my Canyon photos in Lightroom right now and they're pretty well exposed. So...while you can't use the touchscreen while underwater, like other reviewers have said, I don't think it really matters. Just stick with Auto mode and you'll be fine. I got some underwater videos and photos as well, while swimming in a creek and walking through a waterfall, and this camera is amazing. I have so many shots that I otherwise couldn't have, and the price wasn't bad at all. Battery life: Like their site says, it dies after about 250 shots. I found this to be perfectly fine - do you really want to sort through 500pics/day of your vacation?? Remember when film cameras only let you have 20-something shots per roll? Anyway, I found myself shooting around 100 a day, and that was more than enough. Beware, however, that panorama mode and the other filter modes will drain the battery FAST, so I recommend just sticking to auto. Even with capturing a few vidoes, you'll be fine this way. If you're going to travel where you can't charge overnight, I highly recommend getting an external battery charger (like an Anker battery), since this camera can charge via mini-USB. Another option is, get a spare camera battery to change on the fly, and also get the Anker battery to charge those batteries over night. Durability: It's shockproof claim is pretty good. Like I said, I was rafting & hiking with this thing. I was hitting rocks while swinging my arms to climb, banging it against the raft whenever we hit a rapid....it was great. There are some superficial scratches on the touchscreen, but none of it interferes with functionality or ability to view anything. The one thing that DID put a deep little scratch on my screen is when it got knocked in to a metal carbiner. So...do NOT rub your camera screen against the edge of a carbiner, metal is stronger than this glass. At least it's just a small scratch and still doesn't mess with functionality or viewability at all - it's cosmetic. But your true enemy is SAND!!!! Understand, first, that sand is a huge problem for everyone, even pro users, and it's not entirely rational to believe your camera can defeat sand without you giving it some help. Which I didn't REALLY give to this camera. There was a lot of sand, and for the most part, the Cybershot DID do pretty well with it. But sand really does get everywhere, and the worst is the REALLY fine, tiny sand granules. None of it got past the O-ring that seals the microSD/battery, thank God, but some sand did get in to the zoom button up top. It wouldn't zoom out for 1-2 days, but by the 3rd day, the sand had worked its way out of my camera, and my zoom abilities returned. On the front of the camera, right by the lens, there is some text - "Carl Zeiss" and other lens info. This scratched off completely when some sand got under my camera lid as well. I also have some vertical scratching on the pain under the lens lid, where the sand scraped everything, but again this is all cosmetic. The lens is perfectly fine and still takes great pictures. The lens cover still slides perfectly well. Conclusion: All in all, this was a great purchase, especially for the price (less than two-hundred dollars). I got shots with it that I never would have gotten with my DSLR, thanks to its ruggedness, its tiny size and portability, and how easy it is to use with 1 hand. This thing is definitely coming with me on future water-related trips.

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