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 Screen size | 3 in Best: Sony Cyber-shot DSC-W710 Screen size: 6.7 in | |||
 ISO maximum | 1600 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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| Lens mount |
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| Magnification (Crop factor) | 1.5 x |
| AF assist (auto-focus assist light) | Lamp |
| 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 | 11 |
| Max number of AF points (incl. assistant) | 11 |
| 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 |
| Number of exposures | 3 |
| Exposure compensation plus | 3 |
| Exposure compensation minus | -3 |
| Expousure compensation steps |
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| Auto exposure lock | yes |
| Continuous shooting | yes |
| Self-timer delay |
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| Histogram | yes |
| Flash sync speed | 1/250s |
| Built-in flash | yes |
| Flash range | 12 |
| Flash modes |
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| External flash connection |
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| Flash metering system | TTL |
| External flash | yes |
| Continuous drive | 5.0 fps |
| Scene modes |
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| Self-timer | yes |
| Manual settings | yes |
| Self-timer options |
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| Speed (JPEG) | 5.0 fps |
| Speed (RAW) | 5.0 fps |
| Exposure bracketing | 0.3 - 2.0±EV |
| Body type | SLR |
|---|---|
| Body material | Aluminum-magnesium |
| 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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| Camera file system |
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| HDMI | yes |
|---|---|
| HDMI ports quantity | 1 |
| USB version | 2.0 |
| Remote control | yes |
| PictBridge | yes |
| NFC | no |
| Wireless network (Wi-Fi) | no |
| Firewire | no |
| ISO |
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|---|---|
| ISO Auto | yes |
| ISO minimum | 100 |
| ISO maximum | 1600 |
| Boosted ISO maximum | 6400 |
| Maximum image resolution | 4272 x 2848 px |
| White balance presets | 7 |
| White balance modes |
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| Custom white balance | yes |
| Supported image file formats | JPG |
| Photo effects |
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| Image stabilizer | no |
| Image stabilization type | Sensor-shift |
| Uncompressed format | RAW |
| HDR | no |
| AEB/HDR support | yes |
| Screen size | 3.0 in |
|---|---|
| Articulated LCD | no |
| Screen technology | LCD |
| Screen dots | 920000 |
| Touch screen | no |
| Field of view | 100.0 % |
| Live view | no |
| Viewfinder | Optical |
| Viewfinder coverage | 95.0 % |
| Viewfinder magnification | 0.9 x |
| Separate info display | no |
| Maximum resolution | 1920 x 1080 px |
|---|---|
| Video recording | yes |
| Recording resolutions |
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| HD type | Full HD |
| Analog signal format system |
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| Weight | 27.09 oz |
|---|---|
| Width | 5.58 in |
| Height | 4.13 in |
| Depth | 3.14 in |
| Power source type | Battery |
|---|---|
| Battery life (CIPA) | 650 |
| Battery technology | Lithium |
| Number of batteries supported | 1 |
| Timelapse recording | no |
|---|---|
| GPS | no |
| Orientation sensor | yes |
| Date imprinting | yes |
| Frame | yes |
| Tripod mounting supported | yes |
| On Screen Display (OSD) languages |
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| Image editing modes | Rotating |
It's been almost two years since Konica Minolta pulled out of the photo business and transferred its entire camera division to Sony, and well over a year since the first Sony DSLR (the DSLR-A100) was announced. Two years is a long time in the digital SLR market, but the three years Minolta (latterly Konica Minolta, now Sony) SLR users have been waiting for a high end model to replace the innovative Maxxum (Dynax) 7D must have felt like a lifetime. But, finally, it's here, and it looks very much like the mockup shown earlier in the year.
The Sony Alpha 700 with its new version 4.0 firmware scored a 66.3 on the DxOMark Sensor scale, putting it in 17th place on the dxomark.com overall ranking, and in 5th place for APS-C cameras. Given its launch date (Sept. 2007), this is a pretty good result.
It's been almost two years since Konica Minolta pulled out of the photo business and transferred its entire camera division to Sony, and well over a year since the first Sony DSLR (the DSLR-A100) was announced. Two years is a long time in the digital SLR market, but the three years Minolta (latterly Konica Minolta, now Sony) SLR users have been waiting for a high end model to replace the innovative Maxxum (Dynax) 7D must have felt like a lifetime. But, finally, it's here, and it looks very much like the mockup shown earlier in the year.
The Alpha A700 puts Sony firmly in contention with the other big SLR players with its combination of great image quality, a robust feature set and a sturdy design.
Sony Alpha A700 Review: Features, Suitability and Capability
FacebookTweet Released in Sept. of 2007, the Sony A700 is a worthy entry in one of the most competitive DSLR market niches – the semi-pro...
A well-built DSLR for serious photo enthusiasts, which offers excellent imaging performance and a wide range of adjustable controls.Sony's long-awaited second DSLR, the Alpha A700 features a larger, tougher body and a new Exmor-branded CMOS sensor with 12.24-megapixel resolution. Noticeably larger and roughly 150 grams heavier than Sony's first DSLR model (the A100), it is targeted at serious enthusiast photographers and boasts a faster image processor, improved dust and moisture resistance, a larger LCD monitor and a brighter viewfinder.
The Sony A700 is rather aged at the time of this review in DSLR years. I expect a refresh soon; however, I had one on my hands while working on the Sony A330 Review and thought it would be worthwh…
Sony's second digital SLR is taking on semi-pro cameras from the market leading makers. How does it stand up to the competition?
Sony A700 review, find out how the A700 stacks up against the competition in our real-world review with in-depth image quality comparisons.
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When Sony introduced the A100 in June 2006, the company made a commitment to develop the Alpha system to include a full line of products. Since then, many Sony and Carl Zeiss ZA T* series lenses have been released, and now, the second camera is available. (A third D-SLR, targeting professionals, will be announced in 2008.) The new A700 maintains compatibility with Maxxum as well as Sony AF lenses, but this new 12-megapixel Alpha model is entirely different than the A100 in most other respects. A "prosumer"-level model, it provides
Sony Alpha DSLR A700 Digital SLRs user reviews : 4.8 out of 5 - 13 reviews - photographyreview.com
Sony A700 is a 12.0MP Advanced DSLR camera with a APS-C sized CMOS sensor and Sony/Minolta Alpha mount. Read our A700 review to find its pros and cons.
