Sony's nimble Alpha DSLR-A200 combines professional SLR picture-taking with point-and-shoot simplicity. This highly capable cam gives you lots of convenient settings and adjustments, ranging from fully automatic to fully manual. Its lightning-fast autofocus system begins zeroing in on your subjects as soon as you bring your eye to the viewfinder — no need to press down the shutter-release button halfway. And a big, bright 2-11/16" LCD screen makes reviewing your images and reading camera menus a breeze.
In-camera image stabilization for sharp photos
The 'A200 features built-in image stabilization technology to minimize unwanted blur caused by an unsteady hand. This advanced Sony system physically shifts the position of the image sensor to compensate for camera shake, maintaining optimum picture sharpness. And because the system is built into the camera instead of the lens, you can take advantage of its benefits with any lens you use. The same technology that keeps your images blur-free also helps to keep them spotless. Every time you power off the camera, the sensor-shifting system vibrates to dislodge any dust particles that might have accumulated. Very cool.
High-resolution 10.2-megapixel image sensor
The 'A200 has what it takes to deliver beautiful, accurate photographs. Sony's impressive 10.2-megapixel image sensor offers a top resolution that's more than sufficient for cropping out portions of a shot, blowing them up, and printing them at large sizes. The sensor also handles an extended range of ISO (film speed equivalent) sensitivity — ideal for accurate shooting in tricky conditions, especially indoor and low-light environments. Finally, the sensor's wide dynamic range, combined with the speed of Sony's proprietary image processor, permits faithful rendering of complex subjects, like sunny highlights on a subject with plenty of shadow.
Versatile SLR design
The 'A200's comfortable rubberized hand grip and well-balanced body make it easy to hold. The supplied 18-70mm Sony zoom lens provides great wide-angle and all-around picture-taking, while the powerful 75-300mm telephoto lens lets you zero in on distant action. Save your images to optional CompactFlash® memory cards (no memory included).
Details:
- 10.2-megapixel effective recording
- APS-C-size CCD image sensor (23.6 x 15.8 mm)
- 18-70mm f/3.5-5.6 lens (35mm equivalent focal length: 27-105mm)
- 75-300mm f/4.5-5.6 lens (35mm equivalent focal length: 113-450mm)
- compatible with Sony Alpha and Minolta A-type bayonet mount autofocus lenses
- 2-11/16" high-resolution LCD screen (230K pixels)
- eye-level SLR viewfinder with dioptric adjustment
- Super SteadyShot® image stabilization
- anti-dust technology to keep image sensor clean
- 9-point autofocus with center cross-type sensor for accurate, high-speed focusing
- Eye-Start® Autofocus System
- JPEG image size options: 3872 x 2592; 2896 x 1936; 1920 x 1280
- JPEG, RAW, and RAW+JPEG shooting modes
- sensitivity or ISO (film speed equivalent) range: 100-3200
- shutter speed range: 1/4000 to 30 seconds, Bulb, flash sync at 1/160 second (1/125 second with Super SteadyShot on)
- drive mode: 3 frames per second (up to 6 frames in RAW mode, unlimited frames in JPEG mode)
- custom white balance settings
- spot metering mode
- built-in auto pop-up flash
- accessory shoe
- memory card slot accepts CompactFlash® (Type I and II), Microdrive™ and Memory Stick® PRO Duo™/Memory Stick PRO-HG Duo (via an optional CF card adapter) — no memory card included; must be purchased separately
- PictBridge capability
- high-speed USB interface
- NTSC/PAL video output
- 5-3/16"W x 3-7/8"H x 2-13/16"D (without lens)
- weight (body only): 18.8 oz.
- warranty: 1 year
- Want more peace of mind? Extended Service Plans Available
Supplied Accessories:
- Sony Alpha 18-70mm lens
- Sony Alpha 75-300mm lens
- AC battery charger
- lithium ion rechargeable battery (NP-FM500H)
- video cable
- USB cable
- neck strap
- front and rear lens caps
- lens hood
- body cap
- software CD-ROMs (PC & Mac)
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