⚡📷 Sony AC‑LS5 Power Adapter
(4.2V DC • 1.5A • Compact DC Plug)
This adapter delivers 4.2V of regulated DC power for Sony’s mid‑2000s Cyber‑shot cameras. It allowed continuous operation without batteries, ideal for long downloads, tethered shooting, or kiosk/demo use.
🔧 Charger Form
- Input: 100–240V AC, 50/60Hz
- Output: 4.2V DC @ 1.5A
- Connector: Compact DC plug
- Common part numbers: AC‑LS5, AC‑LS5A, AC‑LS5B
🖥️ Compatible Devices
🟦 Sony Cyber‑shot DSC‑W Series
- W1, W5, W7, W12, W15, W17
- W30, W35, W50, W55, W70, W80, W90
- W100, W110, W120, W130, W150, W170
- W200, W210, W220, W230, W270, W290
- W300, W350
🟦 Sony Cyber‑shot DSC‑S Series
- S40, S60, S80, S90, S600, S700, S730, S750, S780
🟦 Sony Cyber‑shot DSC‑H Series
- H1, H2, H3, H5, H7, H9, H10, H50
🟦 Sony Cyber‑shot DSC‑T Series
- T5, T10, T20, T30, T50, T70, T90
🟦 Sony Cyber‑shot DSC‑V Series
- V3
🟦 Sony Cyber‑shot DSC‑G Series
- G1, G3
✅ Common Uses
- 🔌 Powering Sony Cyber‑shot cameras during long sessions
- 🧩 Replacing lost or damaged OEM AC‑LS5 adapters
- 🧪 Running cameras without batteries for tethered or demo use
🧠 Signal Format
- ⚡ Input: Universal AC (100–240V)
- 🔋 Output: Regulated 4.2V DC, 1.5A
- 🔌 Compact DC plug
- 🔁 Not interchangeable with Sony’s higher‑voltage camcorder adapters
⚠️ Things to Watch Out For
- 📉 Voltage is low (4.2V) — not compatible with 5V USB or higher‑voltage Sony adapters
- 🔌 Connector is specific to Cyber‑shot compacts — not for Alpha or Handycam lines
- 🧯 Always confirm the camera’s underside label (DC IN 4.2V) before plugging in
🛠️ Quick Tips for Beginners
- 🧭 Look for “AC‑LS5” (or LS5A/LS5B) on the adapter label to confirm match
- 🔌 Use only with cameras marked “DC IN 4.2V”
- 🧪 If camera won’t power on, inspect plug for bent contacts
- 🧯 Label adapters clearly to avoid mix‑ups with Sony’s camcorder bricks
- 🧵 Essential entry for Sony’s mid‑2000s digital camera ecosystem


