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Sony - DSC-TX30 18.2-Megapixel Waterproof Digital Camera - Pink
Average Customer Rating:
3
Rating breakdown 51 reviews
5 Stars
15
4 Stars
9
3 Stars
4
2 Stars
7
1 Star
16
59%of customers recommend this product.
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17 out of
29)
Customer Reviews for Sony - DSC-TX30 18.2-Megapixel Waterproof Digital Camera - Pink
Customer Rating
1
Good for about 20 months
on June 20, 2015
Posted by: camerafan100
I used to love this camera. Took awesome pictures, was easy to use and the touchscreen was great. When we took it in the pool it worked great....surpassed my expectations.
However - 20 months down the road I took it in the pool and apparently it leaked. All of a sudden the lens got cloudy, and you could see it in the lens. Eventually this cleared up, but every time I turn it on now, it resets like its turned on for the first time....asks me to enter the date/time etc. Also, the eye-fi no longer works, the auto shut off doesn't work, and the battery indicator no longer works. I tried to do a factory reset, but nothing seems to help. Worst of all, it seems to eat up batteries.....almost shorts them out.
However - 20 months down the road I took it in the pool and apparently it leaked. All of a sudden the lens got cloudy, and you could see it in the lens. Eventually this cleared up, but every time I turn it on now, it resets like its turned on for the first time....asks me to enter the date/time etc. Also, the eye-fi no longer works, the auto shut off doesn't work, and the battery indicator no longer works. I tried to do a factory reset, but nothing seems to help. Worst of all, it seems to eat up batteries.....almost shorts them out.
No, I would not recommend this to a friend.
Response from sony.comBy Mitch, Sony Support, June 23, 2015
Hi camerafan100,
We're saddened to hear about this. We suggest leaving the camera to dry for 24 hours, also remove the battery before doing so. Wipe the battery with a dry cloth. If the issue is unresolved, service may be needed for the unit.
We're saddened to hear about this. We suggest leaving the camera to dry for 24 hours, also remove the battery before doing so. Wipe the battery with a dry cloth. If the issue is unresolved, service may be needed for the unit.
Written by a customer while visiting sony.com
Customer Rating
1
It will open up by itself in the water.
on July 11, 2015
Posted by: panda4you
The open mechanizm makes playing with it on the beach difficult. Once the sand get into the mechanizm it is hard to get them all out. The waterproof seal is not well design it may open up in the water.
No, I would not recommend this to a friend.
Response from sony.comBy Mitch, Sony Support, July 13, 2015
Hi panda4you,
We appreciate the information that you've provided. We'll forward this to the right people. Thanks for your feedback.
We appreciate the information that you've provided. We'll forward this to the right people. Thanks for your feedback.
Written by a customer while visiting sony.com
Customer Rating
5
Love this camera
on June 16, 2015
Posted by: chicklette78
I'm actually shocked to see all the negative comments about this camera. I bought mine in 2010 because I was moving to Hawaii for a year and the waterproof feature really appealed to me. I soon fell in love with this camera. Clear photos. Vibrant colors. On hikes and excursions my friends always dubbed me the photographer because everyone loved the quality of my photos. After reading these reviews I do have 1 thing in common with them however- the lever which closes the battery opening did break on mine (although after 4 years of use- and I really used this camera... dropped in mud, dropped out vehicles, dug in the sand... it was VERY used). I took a reunion trip back to the islands and although I tried my best not to get the camera in water (I knew the battery area would not seal properly) i failed- and this camera has quit on me. But- it did last me FIVE years. FIVE years of amazing photos. I don't regret this purchase one bit. I have a Canon DSLR which I love for professional looking photos- however for a kayak trip, hiking trip, where you want something light and to throw in your pocket- THIS IS YOUR CAMERA! I love it. I'm saving up to replace mine that just broke. Love love love.
I would recommend this to a friend!
Written by a customer while visiting sony.com