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Sony MVC-FD91 Mavica 0.8MP Digital Camera 14x Zoom Floppy Disk

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Relive the Era of Floppy Disks with Classic Digital ImagingThe Sony MVC-FD91 Mavica is a digital camera that captures the charm of classic digital photography. Store images on floppy disks and enjoy 14x optical zoom for capturing detailed shots. Sensor Resolution: 0.8 megapixel sensor creates 10...

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Overview

Relive the Era of Floppy Disks with Classic Digital Imaging

The Sony MVC-FD91 Mavica is a digital camera that captures the charm of classic digital photography. Store images on floppy disks and enjoy 14x optical zoom for capturing detailed shots.

  • Sensor Resolution: 0.8 megapixel sensor creates 1024 x 768 images.
  • Zoom: 14x optical zoom lens with autofocus.
  • Storage: Images are stored on floppy disks.
  • Compatibility: Compatible with Macs or PCs with floppy drives.
  • Battery: Uses included NP-F330 InfoLithium battery.
  • Movie Mode: MPEG movie mode stores up to 60 seconds of video and audio on a single floppy.

Key Features

0.8 megapixel sensor creates 1024 x 768 images for prints at sizes up to 4 x 6

14x optical zoom lens with autofocus

Images are stored on floppy disks

Compatible with Macs or PCs with floppy drives

Uses included NP-F330 InfoLithium battery; mPEG movie mode stores up to 60 seconds of video and audio on a single floppy

Specifications

Sensor Resolution
0.8 megapixels
Image Resolution
1024 x 768
Max Print Size
4 x 6 inches
Optical Zoom
14x
Autofocus
Yes
Storage Media
Floppy Disks
Video Mode
MPEG movie mode
Video Recording Capacity
Up to 60 seconds per floppy
Battery Type
NP-F330 InfoLithium battery
PC Compatibility
Macs or PCs with floppy drives

Pros & Cons

👍 Pros

  • Capable of storing up to 60 seconds of video and audio on a single floppy disk in MPEG movie mode.
  • Features a 14x optical zoom lens with autofocus, allowing for detailed close-ups and precise subject framing.
  • Images are saved directly onto readily available floppy disks, offering a straightforward and familiar storage method for many users.
  • Compatible with both Mac and PC systems that have floppy drives, ensuring broad accessibility for image transfer.
  • Includes an NP-F330 InfoLithium battery, providing power for extended shooting sessions.

👎 Cons

  • The 0.8-megapixel sensor produces a maximum image resolution of 1024 x 768, which is very low by current digital camera standards.
  • Images are stored on floppy disks, which have a very limited storage capacity and are slow for data transfer compared to modern media.
  • The maximum print size for images is limited to 4x6 inches due to the low resolution, unsuitable for larger prints.
  • Compatibility requires computers with floppy drives, which are rare in modern systems, necessitating older hardware or external drives.
  • The reliance on floppy disks for storage introduces a risk of data corruption or loss due to the fragile nature of the media.

Frequently Asked Questions

The Sony MVC-FD91 Mavica camera's 0.8-megapixel sensor creates images with a resolution of 1024 x 768 pixels, suitable for prints up to 4 x 6 inches.
This camera is equipped with a 14x optical zoom lens that also features autofocus, allowing for detailed distant shots.
Images are stored directly onto standard floppy disks, providing a unique and accessible method of data transfer for compatible systems.
Yes, the Sony MVC-FD91 Mavica is compatible with both Macs and PCs, provided they are equipped with floppy drives for data transfer.
The camera uses an included NP-F330 InfoLithium battery, designed to provide power for extended use.
Yes, it features an MPEG movie mode that can store up to 60 seconds of video and audio on a single floppy disk.