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Sony Alpha DSLR-A100 (with 18-70mm Lens)
Sony Alpha DSLR-A100 (with 18-70mm Lens)
10.2MP Digital SLR Camera with 3.9x Optical Zoom
Most frequently recommended for:
Best Point and Shoot Digital Camera for Low Light Photos Under $750
Editors' Ratings:
"Highly Recommended"
at DPReview.com
"Rated Very Good"
by CNET.com
General
Brand Name: |
Sony |
Model Name: |
Alpha DSLR-A100 (with 18-70mm Lens) |
Date Available: |
June 15, 2006 |
Physical
Camera Format: |
SLR |
Size (W x H x D): |
5.2 x 3.7 x 2.8 in. |
Weight (without batteries): |
19.2 oz |
Weight (with batteries): |
22.5 oz |
Easy to Use: |
No |
Image Capture
Sensor Type: |
Super HAD CCD |
Sensor Size: |
23.6 x 15.8 mm |
Effective Sensor Resolution: |
10.2 megapixels |
Max Image Resolution: |
3872 x 2592 pixels |
Shutter Lag Time (pre-focused): |
0.12 sec |
Shutter Lag Time (including auto-focus time): |
0.3 sec |
Power to First Shot Time: |
1.1 sec |
Max Shooting Speed (continuous): |
2.9 frames/sec |
Max Shooting Speed (burst): |
2.9 frames/sec |
Video Capture
Video Available: |
No |
Lens System
Min Focal Length (35 mm equivalent): |
27 mm |
Max Focal Length (35 mm equivalent): |
105 mm |
Optical Zoom: |
3.9x |
Image Stabilization Available: |
Yes |
Manual Focus Available: |
Yes |
Auto Focus Assist Light Available: |
Yes |
Min Focus Distance (not macro): |
15.0 in. |
Interchangeable Lenses Available: |
Yes |
Compatible Lenses: |
Sony Alpha, Minolta A-type |
Aperture and Shutter
Max Aperture (wide-angle): |
f/3.5 |
Max Aperture (tele-photo): |
f/5.6 |
Max Shutter Speed: |
1/4000 sec |
Exposure Controls
Min ISO Setting: |
80 |
Max ISO Setting: |
1600 |
Aperture Priority Mode Available: |
Yes |
Shutter Priority Mode Available: |
Yes |
Full Manual Exposure Mode Available: |
Yes |
Exposure Compensation: |
+/- 2.0 EV |
Viewfinder and Display
Viewfinder Available: |
Yes |
Viewfinder Type: |
Optical |
Dioptric Adjustment Available: |
Yes |
LCD Screen Size: |
2.5 in. |
LCD Screen Resolution: |
230000 pixels |
Display Mounting: |
Built-in |
Flash
Flash Recycling Time: |
5.0 sec |
External Flash Connection Available: |
Yes |
External Flash Connection Type: |
Hot Shoe |
Image Storage
Storage Media: |
Memory Stick Duo, Memory Stick PRO Duo, CompactFlash Card, MicroDrive |
Sensor Raw Format Available: |
Yes |
Interfaces
Computer Interface: |
USB 2.0 Hi-Speed (480 Mbit/s) |
Video Out Interface Available: |
Yes |
Power
Battery Type: |
Proprietary Lithium Ion Rechargeable |
Battery Life: |
750 shots |
