As far as I can tell the 717 (introduced in Sept 02) is still in production.
A later model (82
was introduced in Aug 03.
Here is a review of the 828 - it includes a side-by-side comparison of the 828 & 717.
http://www.dpreview.com/reviews/sonydscf828/
Here is a review on the 717:
http://www.dpreview.com/reviews/sonydscf717/
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Hi there,
I am thinking about buying a new digi-camera and am interested in the Sony Cybershot F717, but it's a 2002 model so my question is: is this ,being 2004, an outdated model or is it still a good buy ? If not, alternatives ?

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