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Sony α DSLR-A500 digital SLR camera SLR Camera Body 12,3 MP CMOS 4272 x 2848 pixels Black

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  • - SLR Camera Body 12,3 MP CMOS Black
  • - TTL
  • - ISO sensitivity (min): 200 ISO sensitivity (max): 12800 Fastest camera shutter speed: 1/4000 s Slowest camera shutter speed: 30 s
  • - PictBridge
  • - Lithium
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DSLR-A500 - 12.3MP, 4272 x 2848, CMOS, AF TTL, 3" LCD
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Sony α DSLR-A500 digital SLR camera SLR Camera Body 12,3 MP CMOS 4272 x 2848 pixels Black:
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- 12.3 effective megapixel Exmor™ CMOS sensor with BIONZ processor for superb high-resolution images with reduced noise and enhanced shooting speed
- Advanced Quick AF Live View with phase-detection AF for responsive freestyle shooting and fast, accurate autofocus, even with moving subjects
- Face Detection enhances Quick AF Live View performance, tracking up to 8 faces in scene and optimizing exposure, WB, flash and other settings for beautifully natural skin tones
- Smile Shutter automatically fires shutter when subject smiles: with adjustable smile threshold and on-screen smile level display
- High speed continuous shooting 5fps (viewfinder) / 4fps (Live View)
- 90º tilt-angle 3.0-inch Clear Photo LCD Plus screen with new graphic display and Auto Brightness Adjustment for easy, intuitive Live View shooting in any position
- Manual Focus Check (in Live View mode) for precise, convenient adjustment of focus and composition
- Bright optical viewfinder with 95% coverage for clear, comfortable framing
- SteadyShot INSIDE optical image stabilization offers 2.5-4.0 steps anti-shake performance with α-mount lenses or Konica Minolta a-mount lenses
- New HDR Auto mode creates images with extremely high dynamic range by automatically merging two exposures to capture highlight and shadow detail
- Very high sensitivity up to ISO 12800, with dual noise reduction for natural-looking images with excellent resolution and superb colours, even in low light conditions
- D-Range Optimizer analyses image in real time, adjusting brightness and contrast for beautifully-exposed backlit scenes: with selectable Auto or user-adjustable modes
- 6 selectable Creative Styles for versatile image finishing options in any shooting situation - can be customized for even greater creative control
- Smart Teleconverter button gives additional 'one touch' instant magnification of 1.4x or 2x to pull distant subjects closer
- Powerful, high-capacity battery pack allows up to 1000 shots between charges when using optical viewfinder (CIPA measurement)
- Dual anti-dust system reduces build-up of dust on sensor during lens exchange
- HDMI™ output for display on HD TV (requires optional cable). PhotoTV HD enhances still image viewing on compatible BRAVIA TV
- BRAVIA Sync for control of camera playback functions via BRAVIA TV’s remote
- Supplied with Image Data Converter SR and Image Data Lightbox SR PC software: also includes Picture Motion Browser software for fun, easy image library management and sharing online.

Short summary description Sony α DSLR-A500 digital SLR camera SLR Camera Body 12,3 MP CMOS 4272 x 2848 pixels Black:
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Sony α DSLR-A500, 12,3 MP, 4272 x 2848 pixels, CMOS, 597 g, Black

Long summary description Sony α DSLR-A500 digital SLR camera SLR Camera Body 12,3 MP CMOS 4272 x 2848 pixels Black:
This is an auto-generated long summary of Sony α DSLR-A500 digital SLR camera SLR Camera Body 12,3 MP CMOS 4272 x 2848 pixels Black based on the first three specs of the first five spec groups.

Sony α DSLR-A500. Camera type: SLR Camera Body, Megapixel: 12,3 MP, Sensor type: CMOS, Maximum image resolution: 4272 x 2848 pixels. ISO sensitivity (max): 12800. Fastest camera shutter speed: 1/4000 s. Display diagonal: 7,62 cm (3"). PictBridge. Weight: 597 g. Product colour: Black

Picture quality
Camera type *
SLR Camera Body
Megapixel *
12,3 MP
Sensor type *
CMOS
Maximum image resolution *
4272 x 2848 pixels
Still image resolution(s) *
4272 x 2848
Image stabilizer *
No
Image sensor size (W x H)
23,5 x 15,6 mm
Focusing
Focus *
TTL
Auto focusing (AF) modes *
Continuous Auto Focus, Single Auto Focus, Spot Auto Focus
Auto Focus (AF) lock
Yes
Auto Focus (AF) assist beam
Yes
Exposure
ISO sensitivity (min) *
200
ISO sensitivity (max) *
12800
ISO sensitivity
200, 12800
Light exposure modes *
Aperture priority AE, Auto, Manual, Shutter priority AE
Light metering *
Centre-weighted, Spot
Shutter
Fastest camera shutter speed *
1/4000 s
Slowest camera shutter speed *
30 s
Camera shutter type
Electronic
Flash
Flash modes *
Auto, Fill-in, Red-eye reduction, Slow synchronization
Flash guide number
12 m
Flash recharging time
4 s
Video
HD type *
Not supported
Memory
Compatible memory cards *
MS PRO Duo, MS Pro-HG Duo, SD, SDHC
Display
Display *
LCD
Display
Display diagonal *
7,62 cm (3")
Display resolution (numeric)
230400 pixels
Viewfinder
Magnification
0,80x
Ports & interfaces
PictBridge *
Yes
USB version *
2.0
Camera
White balance *
Auto, Cloudy, Custom modes, Daylight, Flash, Fluorescent, Incandescent, Shade
Scene modes *
Portrait, Sunset, Landscape
Photo effects *
Black&White, Vivid
Self-timer delay *
2 s
Histogram
Yes
Image editing
Resizing, Rotating
Design
Product colour *
Black
Battery
Battery technology *
Lithium
Battery life (CIPA standard)
1000 shots
Battery type
NP-FM500H
Operational conditions
Operating temperature (T-T)
0 - 40 °C
Weight & dimensions
Width
137 mm
Depth
84 mm
Height
104 mm
Weight
597 g
Other features
Video capability
No
Built-in flash
Yes
HDMI ports quantity
1
Power source type
Battery
Source Testseek summary Average rating
Reviews
Updated:
2011-08-24 03:32:00
Uk has collected 23 expert reviews for Sony α A500 Digital SLR camera and the average expert rating is 80 of 100. The average score reflects the expert community’s view on this product. Click below and use Uk to see all ratings, product awards and conclusions.
80%
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trustedreviews.com
Updated:
2011-08-24 03:31:30
In theory the consumer digital SLR market is split between five manufacturers, but in practice it's always been a two horse race. Canon and Nikon control nearly 80 percent of the market between them, with Canon firmly in the lead taking somewhere in the r...
90%
digicambuyer.co.uk
Updated:
2011-08-24 03:31:45
Feature packed DSLR for creative shooters Sony is a relative newcomer to the digital SLR marketplace, but has used it’s heritage manufacturing in other areas, as well as a well respected brand name, to build up a loyal following. The latest releases fr...
Bottom line Good features and great images but lacking some features of similarly priced rivals...
80%
electricpig.co.uk
Updated:
2011-08-24 03:32:00
The Sony A500 is the latest mid-range DSLR camera in Sony’s Alpha range, packing a spanking new 12.3MP Exmor sensor that promises ultra-speedy continuous shooting and noise-free low light abilities. Grand claims indeed, so does it meet them? Read ou...
Good Fast live view autofocus and speedy continuous shooting...
Bad No HD video...
Bottom line A superb all-rounder packed with features and user-friendliness...
80%
stuff.tv
Updated:
2014-03-22 02:33:08
Sony is steadily maturing into a very serious player in the DSLR market. The A500, its new mid-range stalwart, is yet another impressive camera in the range, and a pleasant surprise after the relatively disappointing A230, A330 and A380 entry-level DSL...
Good Strong all-round performance. Serious design approach. Fast live view autofocus...
Bad No HD video...
Bottom line The lack of HD video is a shame, but otherwise the A500 is a feature-packed performer that delivers seriously sharp results...
80%