The Sony α (alpha) DSLR-A200 digital SLR replaces the DSLR-A100 while borrowing the noise reduction and image processing techniques from the more advanced DSLR-A700.
It features
10.2-megapixel resolution on an APS-C size CCD
image sensor with High ISO noise reduction that takes place in the RAW data stage before image JPEG conversion, providing a high ISO of 3200.
An enhanced Super Steady Shot claims to offer from 2.5-3.5 steps anti-shake performance with all alpha lenses. Since the anti-shake
system shifts the CCD
to compensate for camera movement, all alpha lenses
benefit from anti-shake performance. Compatible lenses encompass all Minolta Maxxum® mount lenses, in addition to Sony a (alpha) lens lineup - including Carl Zeiss® lenses.
Compatible Lenses
Changing lenses in a DSLR can
allow dust to enter the camera -- so to keep the
CCD imager clean for better pictures, the Sony
α (alpha) DSLR-A200 camera utilizes both
static-free anti-dust coating on the CCD filter
and anti-dust vibration that automatically shakes
the CCD to dislodge dust each time the camera
is powered off.
The large 2.7-in. LCD monitor is high resolution
at 230,000 pixels with the Clear Photo LCD™
design for easy playback viewing. The DSLR-A200 camera’s supplied lithium ion battery offers up to 750 shots per full charge. It supports JPEG and RAW file format. Note that the A200 has a slot for CompactFlash™ Type I/II media cards; an adaptor for Memory Stick Duo™ media cards is sold separately as an accessory.
The Sony α (alpha) DSLR-A200 kit comes
with a DT 18-70mm f3.5-5.6 3.9x zoom lens, with a 35mm equivalent focal
length of 27-105mm. The DSLR-A200W kit includes the DT 18-70mm lens and a 75–300mm f4.5-5.6 lens.
The Sony α (alpha) DSLR-A200 digital SLR targets the beginner and serious amateur photographers
with an easy-to-use, affordable as well as feature-rich entry-level digital SLR.
TIPA Award: The Sony α (alpha) DSLR-A200 landed a 2008 TIPA Award as "Best D-SLR entry-level."
10.2 (effective) APS CCD Sensor; 23.6 x 15.8 mm; RGB primary color filter with Anti-Dust Technology
Image Stabilization
Super SteadyShot with approx. 2.5 – 3.5 EV decrease in shutter speed
(actual stabilisation depends on shooting conditions and lens)
Bionz™ Engine
LSI with Dynamic Range Optimizer (DRO/DRO+)
Noise Reduction
reduces picture noise artifacts at high-sensitivity ISO 1600 and ISO 3200 settings by eliminating noise from RAW data after analog-to-digital conversion
Lens Mount
Interchangeable A mount
Lens Kit
The DSLR-A200 kit includes the DT 18-70mm f3.5-5.6 zoom lens.
The DSLR-A200W kit includes the DT 18-70mm lens and a 75–300mm f4.5-5.6 lens
Auto
Focus
TTL phase detection, centre-cross 9-point
Visual Focus Confirm: Direct via Spherical Acute Matte Screen
Shutter Speed
30 ~ 1/4000 sec 52 step, Bulb
Exposure Control
Program Shift, Aperture/Shutter Priority, Manual
EV Compensation
±2.0 EV, 1/3 EV Steps
Continuous Shooting
Up to 3FPS; Unlimited to capacity of media (JPEG L/M/S); Maximum 3 frames (RAW + JPEG); Maximum 6 frames (RAW)
D-Range Optimiser
operating modes: Off, Standard, Advanced
Scene Modes
Portrait, Landscape, Macro, Sports, Sunset, Night Portrait / Night View
Self Timer
Yes (10 seconds, 2 seconds, Off)
Light
Metering
40 Segment, Center Weighted, Spot
ISO
Auto/100/200/400/800/1600/3200
White
Balance
Auto plus 8 Modes (Daylight, Shade, Cloudy, Tungsten, Fluorescent, Flash, Color Tempature/Color filter, Custom), each with +/-3 adjustable step.
Viewfinder
Optical: TTL, 0.83x magification with 50mm lens at infinity; 95% coverage
Eye-Start Autofocus System
LCD
2.7" TFT (230k pixels) LCD with Clear Photo™ design
Histogram Display
Yes - RGB, playback only
Function menu
Camera Function Display with direct control of Flash Mode, AF Mode, WB, Metering Mode, AF Area, DRO
Microphone/Speaker
No/No
Red-Eye Reduction
Yes: On/ Off
Color Mode(s)
Standard, Vivid, Portrait, Landscape, Night view, Sunset, Black & White, Adobe RGB (Except for Adobe RGB, all other color modes use the sRGB color space)
VG-B30AM (optional) accepts up to 2x NP-FM500H batteries
Limited Warranty
1 Year Parts & Labor
Included
Accessories
- NP-FM500H rechargeable battery
-
BC-VM10 battery charger
-
Video and USB cables
-
Shoulder strap with eyepiece cap and Remote Commander clip
-
Body cap
-
Software/USB Driver CD-ROM
-
NOTE: No Memory Stick media nor adaptors are included.
Dimensions (W
x H x D)
Approx. 130.8 x 98.5 x 71.3 mm /
5 3/16 x 3 7/8 x 2 13/16 in.
(excl. protrusions)
Weight (Camera
body only)
Approx. 532 g / 1 lb., 2.8 oz
(w/o batteries or memory card)
Product technical specifications (including MSRP and Included Accessories) are as represented by the manufacturer and subject to manufacturer's change without any notice or obligation on the part of the manufacturer. Product color availability and included accessories may also differ by country or area. Please verify the latest specs from the appropriate manufacturer's site.
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