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 Screen size | 3 in Best: Sony Cyber-shot DSC-W710 Screen size: 6.7 in | |||
 ISO maximum | 12800 Best: Pentax KP ISO maximum: 819200 | |||
 Effective pixels | 12 Mpx Best: Hasselblad H6D-100c Effective pixels: 100 Mpx | |||
 Max resolution | 4272 x 2848 px Best: Leica M11 Max resolution: 9528 x 6328 px | |||
| Sensor type | CMOS |
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| Image sensor format | APS-C |
| Sensor size | 0.93 in |
| Sensor photo detectors | 13.0 Mpx |
| Effective pixels | 12.0 Mpx |
| Image ratio w:h |
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| Max resolution | 4272 x 2848 px |
| Other resolutions |
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| Processor | BIONZ |
| Lens mount |
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| Magnification (Crop factor) | 1.5 x |
| AF assist (auto-focus assist light) | Flash |
| Contrast autofocus | no |
| Focal length multiplier | 1.5x |
| Autofocus |
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| Auto Focus (AF) lock | yes |
| Manual focus | yes |
| Auto Focus (AF) assist beam | yes |
| Number of focus points | 9 |
| Max number of AF points (incl. assistant) | 9 |
| Image stabiliser | Built-in |
| Phase detection autofocus | yes |
| Camera shutter type | Electronic |
|---|---|
| Minimum shutter speed | 30.0 s |
| Maximum shutter speed | 1.0 s |
| Shutter priority | yes |
| Aperture priority | yes |
| Manual exposure mode | yes |
| Number of exposures | 3 |
| Exposure compensation plus | 2 |
| Exposure compensation minus | -2 |
| Expousure compensation steps | 1/3 |
| AE EV steps | 1/3 |
| Continuous shooting | yes |
| Self-timer delay | 2.0 s |
| Histogram | yes |
| AE frames | 3 |
| WB Bracketing | No |
| Subject / scene modes | no |
| Flash sync speed | 1/160s |
| Built-in flash | yes |
| Flash range | 12 |
| Flash modes |
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| External flash connection | Hot shoe |
| Flash metering system | TTL |
| External flash | yes |
| Continuous drive | 5.0 fps |
| Scene modes |
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| Self-timer | yes |
| Metering modes |
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| Manual settings | yes |
| Self-timer options |
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| Speed (JPEG) | 5.0 fps |
| Speed (RAW) | 5.0 fps |
| Exposure bracketing | 0.3 - 0.7±EV |
| Body type | SLR |
|---|---|
| Body material | Plastic |
| Colour of product | Black |
| Anti-dust system | yes |
| Environmentally sealed | no |
| Compatible memory cards |
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| Dual memory card slots | yes |
| Storage types |
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| HDMI | yes |
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| HDMI ports quantity | 1 |
| USB version | 2.0 |
| Remote control | yes |
| PictBridge | yes |
| NFC | no |
| Wireless network (Wi-Fi) | no |
| Bluetooth | no |
| Firewire | no |
| ISO |
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| ISO Auto | yes |
| ISO minimum | 200 |
| ISO maximum | 12800 |
| Maximum image resolution | 4272 x 2848 px |
| White balance presets | 6 |
| White balance modes |
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| Custom white balance | yes |
| Supported image file formats |
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| Photo effects |
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| Image stabilizer | no |
| Image stabilization type | Sensor-shift |
| Uncompressed format | RAW |
| HDR | yes |
| AEB/HDR support | yes |
| Screen size | 3.0 in |
|---|---|
| Articulated LCD | yes |
| Screen technology | LCD |
| Screen dots | 230000 |
| Touch screen | no |
| Live view | yes |
| Viewfinder | Optical |
| Viewfinder coverage | 95.0 % |
| Viewfinder magnification | 0.8 x |
| Separate info display | no |
| Video recording | no |
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| HD type | Not supported |
| Weight | 21.06 oz |
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| Width | 5.39 in |
| Height | 4.09 in |
| Depth | 3.31 in |
| Power source type | Battery |
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| Battery life (CIPA) | 1000 |
| Battery technology | Lithium |
| Timelapse recording | no |
|---|---|
| GPS | no |
| Orientation sensor | yes |
| Energy Star certified | no |
| Image editing modes |
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Review posted 02/08/2010Quick TakeProsFriendly ergonomics; Comfortable body size and weight; Great performance in normal shooting modes; Unequalled performance when using Fast Autofocus Live View; Great Auto HDR (High Dynamic Range) mode; Fast busrt frame rate for this class of camera; Dual Card slots
The Sony A500 is the latest mid-range DSLR camera to enter the market, promising excellent low-light performance thanks to its new 12.3 megapixel sensor and BIONZ processor. Offering an easy upgrade path for compact camera users but crucially enough advanced features to tempt more experienced photographers, the Sony A500 occupies that fiercely contested middle ground between complete beginner and the well-heeled prosumer. Find out if the Sony A500 offers the best value for your money in our in-depth review.
Sony Alpha DSLR-A500
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Review posted 02/08/2010Quick TakeProsFriendly ergonomics; Comfortable body size and weight; Great performance in normal shooting modes; Unequalled performance when using Fast Autofocus Live View; Great Auto HDR (High Dynamic Range) mode; Fast busrt frame rate for this class of camera; Dual Card slots
A high-resolution interchangeable-lens camera that is smaller and lighter than some similarly-priced DSLRs but lacks a viewfinder and hot-shoe.
Sony's latest mid-range digital SLR has 12.3MP and live monitor view
