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General| Megapixel | 14.2 MP |
|---|---|
| Camera type | SLR Camera Body |
| Sensor type | CCD |
| Sensor format | Advanced Photo System type-C (APS-C) |
| Image stabilizer | Yes |
| Total megapixels | 14.9 MP |
| Image sensor size | - \ |
| Image formats supported | JPG |
| Maximum image resolution | 4592 x 3056 pixels |
| Image sensor size (W x H) | 23.5 x 15.7 mm |
| Digital zoom | - x |
| Lens mount interface | Sony A |
| Focus | TTL |
| Focus adjustment | Auto/Manual |
| Auto Focus (AF) points | 9 |
| Auto focusing (AF) modes | Continuous Auto Focus, Single Auto Focus |
| Closest focusing distance | 5 m |
| ISO sensitivity | 100, 200, 400, 800, 1600, 3200, Auto |
| Light exposure modes | Aperture priority AE, Auto, Manual, Shutter priority AE |
| Light exposure correction | ± 2EV (1/3EV step) |
| Camera shutter type | Electronic |
| Fastest camera shutter speed | 1/4000 s |
| Slowest camera shutter speed | 30 s |
| Flash modes | Auto, Fill-in, Red-eye reduction, Slow synchronization |
| Flash guide number | 10 m |
| Flash recharging time | 4 s |
| HD type | Not supported |
| Maximum video resolution | - pixels |
| Built-in microphone | No |
| Internal memory | - MB |
| Compatible memory cards | MS PRO, Memory Stick (MS), SD, SDHC |
| Field of view | 95 % |
| Display diagonal | 2.7 \ |
| Display resolution | 960 x 240 pixels |
| Display resolution (numeric) | 230400 pixels |
| Magnification | 0.83 x |
| USB version | 2.0 |
| USB connector | Mini-USB B |
| Eye relief | 16.5 mm |
| Scene modes | Night, Portrait, Sunset, Landscape (scenery) |
| Photo effects | Black&White, Vivid |
| White balance | Auto, Cloudy, Daylight, Flash, Fluorescent, Manual, Shade, Tungsten |
| Camera file system | DCF 2.0, DPOF, Exif 2.21, MPF |
| Diopter adjustment (D-D) | -2.5 - 1 |
| Power source type | Battery |
| Battery type | NP-FH50 |
| Product color | Black |
| Storage temperature (T-T) | -20 - 60 °C |
| Operating temperature (T-T) | 0 - 40 °C |
Weight and Dimensions| Depth | 79.6 mm |
|---|---|
| Width | 128.1 mm |
| Height | 97.1 mm |
| Weight | 456 g |
Lists all items included with the camera.
Instructions for charging and inserting the battery pack.
Guide on how to mount and detach lenses from the camera.
Steps for inserting and removing memory cards.
Procedures for cleaning the camera lens, LCD, and sensor.
Details of camera buttons, dials, and display elements.
Explanation of the camera's graphic display interface.
Explanation of the camera's standard display interface.
Guide to navigating camera menus and selecting functions.
Techniques for stable camera handling to prevent blur.
Guide to using the camera's AUTO mode for easy shooting.
Understanding and adjusting exposure settings for desired results.
Methods for adjusting focus, including autofocus and manual focus.
Information on camera flash modes and usage.
Adjusting exposure, flash, and metering for image brightness.
How to adjust white balance for accurate color reproduction.
Settings for image processing like D-Range Optimizer and Creative Style.
Choosing between single shot, continuous, and self-timer modes.
How to view recorded images on the camera's LCD.
Displaying detailed information for recorded images.
How to protect images from accidental deletion.
Procedures for deleting images from the memory card.
Adjusting resolution and compression settings for images.
Steps for formatting a memory card, erasing all data.
Restoring camera settings to their factory defaults.
Instructions for transferring images from the camera to a PC.
Information on Sony's image management software.
Direct printing from camera to PictBridge printers.
Solutions for issues related to the battery pack and power.
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