Sony DSLR-A100 Operating Instructions

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To remove the lens
Press the lens release button all the way in and turn the lens counterclockwise until it stops.
• Replace the cap on the lens and attach the body cap (or another lens) to the camera after removing the lens.
Keep dust from getting inside the camera when changing lenses!
If dust or debris gets inside the camera and lands on the surface of the CCD (the part that
acts as the film), it may appear on the image, depending on the shooting environment.
The camera is equipped with an anti-dust function to prevent dust from landing on the
CCD. However, take note of the following reminders when attaching/removing a lens.
• Avoid changing lenses in a dusty location.
• When storing the camera, always attach a lens or the body cap.
• When attaching the body cap, remove all the dust from the cap before placing it on the camera.
If dust or debris gets inside the camera, select [Clean CCD] in the Setup menu, and use
a commercially available blower brush to clean the CCD.
t “User’s Guide/
Troubleshooting” (page 103)
Lens release button

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