Sony Ericsson Cyber-shot line show

When it comes to understanding what users want in their camera-phones, no company does it better than Sony Ericsson. So it's no wonder that the first Cyber-shot-branded handset with autofocus and Xenon flash--the K800i--was a hit with the general snapshooting crowd. That was just the beginning and it was clear the Japanese-Swedish company wasn't going to stop there. More camera-phones rolled out subsequently, including the i-mode-enabled K550im, the K810i and most recently, the K770i and K850i.

With the introduction of each new model, Sony Ericsson has not only refined the looks but also improved on the practicality of the handsets. For example, the protruding lens cover on the K800i has been modified on the K810i and then entirely left off on the K770i and K850i. Exciting times are ahead for the camera-phone market as more manufacturers introduce similar features on their products. For now, here are some of the Cyber-shot handsets available.

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	1.	Sony Ericsson K850i   CNET Asia rating: 8 out of 10 The good: Dedicated camera controls; microSD and Memory Stick Micro compatibility; Xenon flash and LED light; Bluetooth stereo; HSDPA connectivity. The bad: Glossy surface attracts fingerprints; tiny buttons may not appeal to some. The bottom line: The K850i Cyber-shot is one of the best camera-phones available in the market right now, thanks to its dedicated controls, good performance and natural-looking images. Review | See full specs | Rate this
	2.	Sony Ericsson K770i   First take Samsung's not the only phone-maker that has gone all Twiggy thin on us. Now Sony Ericsson is joining the fray, too, with the announcement of its 14.5mm-thin Cyber-shot K770i today. First take | See full specs | Rate this
	3.	Sony Ericsson K810i   CNET Asia rating: 7.9 out of 10 The good: Auto-focus and xenon flash on camera; new and improved camera cover. The bad: Keys are a little too small on the keypad; Web browser could be better; no killer extra features over predecessor. The bottom line: It's a good camera phone, but it lacks the wow factor of its predecessors. If you already own a K800i then it's not worth upgrading, although others will want to check it out. Review | See full specs | Rate this
	4.	Sony Ericsson K800i       CNET Asia rating: 7.7 out of 10 The good: Sleek design; clear and sharp QVGA screen; 3.2-megapixel camera; numerous onboard camera settings; BestPic and Picture Blogging function; built-in Xenon flash; good image quality; image stabilizer. The bad: Lens cover may be prone to scratches; poor camera settings selection interface; sluggish phone menu load time; no optical zoom for camera; no bundled M2 card. The bottom line: The Sony Ericsson K800i is a competent camera and phone rolled into a sleek form factor. Review | See full specs | Rate this
	5.	Sony Ericsson K550im   CNET Asia rating: 7 out of 10 The good: Slim and trendy design; i-mode feature; 2-megapixel camera with autofocus; FM radio; supports A2DP. The bad: Tinny numeric keys and recessed volume buttons; changing memory cards requires the removal of the battery cover; no 3G; relatively weak onboard speakers. The bottom line: If you're both a frequent i-mode user and a casual snapshooter, the Sony Ericsson K550im would be the phone for you. Review | See full specs | Rate this