Sony DSLR-A100 Operating Instructions

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Shoot images easily (Auto adjustment
mode)
The main functions of the camera are adjusted automatically in auto adjustment mode. Using
this mode, you can shoot easily, depending entirely on the camera. However, you can change
any of the settings except [Color/DEC].
t “User’s Guide/Troubleshooting” (page 49)
1 Set the mode dial to AUTO.
4 Shoot with the shutter button.
• The image is not displayed on the LCD monitor before the recording is completed. Use the
viewfinder for monitoring.
• After shooting, the recorded image is displayed for two seconds on the LCD monitor. You can
change the display time. t “User’s Guide/Troubleshooting” (page 84)
• While the image is being recorded, the access lamp lights. Do not remove the recording medium or
turn off the power while this lamp is lit.
Sensor used for focus adjustment
(Illuminated in red briefly to indicate the point of
focus.)
Focus indicator
(Indicates the status of the autofocus (page 15))
Press the shutter button
halfway down to focus.
Press the shutter button fully down to shoot.
The shutter sounds.
2 Look into the viewfinder.
The subject inside comes into focus.
3 When using a zoom lens, turn
the zoom ring, then decide on
your shot.

Sony DSLR-A100 Specifications

General

Sensor Type	CCD
Sensor Size	23.6 x 15.8 mm
Effective Pixels	10.2 MP
ISO Sensitivity	100 - 1600
Viewfinder Type	Optical (pentamirror)
Screen Size	2.5 inches
Continuous Shooting Speed	3 fps
Max Resolution	3872 x 2592
Image Ratio w:h	3:2
Focal Length Multiplier	1.5x
Screen Dots	230, 000
Max Shutter Speed	1/4000 sec
Min Shutter Speed	30 sec
Metering Modes	Multi-segment, Center-weighted, Spot
Exposure Compensation	-2 to +2 EV in 1/3 EV steps
WB Presets	7
USB	USB 2.0
Dimensions	133 x 95 x 71 mm
Image Stabilization	Yes (sensor-shift)
Weight	638 g
Storage Types	CompactFlash (Type I or II)
Battery	NP-FM55H
Lens Mount	Sony/Minolta Alpha