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DSLR-A380 |
Category: Beginner to Serious Amateur
The Sony α (alpha) DSLR-A380 digital SLR features 14.2MP resolution (on a 23.5 x 15.7mm APS-C CCD
image sensor), a tiltable 2.7-in. LCD (230K dots), built-in Sensor-shift Image Stabilization, compatibility with all of Sony Lens and KonicaMinolta α / MAXXUM / DYNAX Lens, and Live View with Quick Auto Focus.
Sony's new "Quick AF Live View" technology is unique in a DSLR. It uses a second image sensor in the viewfinder and a tilt mirror up there to engage Live View without having to lift up the main mirror.
What this translates to in practice is that, unlike the Live View of other DSLR systems that either require the main mirror to flip back and forth to engage AF or use slow Contrast-detect AF in Live View mode, the A380 can use DSLR-fast Phase-detection AF in Live View mode! This super fast Live View wins our Photoxels OriGenial Award.
With its two sensor design, Quick AF Live View can even continuously focus-track the subject and provide live view during burst shooting, helping you capture that special moment.
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 of Sony Lens and KonicaMinolta α / MAXXUM / DYNAX Lens.
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-A380 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 has 230,000 dots resolution with the Clear Photo LCD™
design for easy playback viewing. It is tiltable and convenient for overhead and low to the ground shots.
Note that the A380 accepts SD/SDHC memory cards in addition to Memory Stick Pro Duo, Memory Stick Pro-HG Duo, and Memory Stick Pro-HG Duo HX cards.
The Sony α (alpha) DSLR-A380 targets the point-and-shoot crowd desiring to move up to an easy-to-use DSLR with a user experience similar to that of using a compact digicam. First-time DSLR buyers will appreciate Auto and Scene Modes, as well as one of the best Live View implementations on a DSLR.
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Sony
A380 |
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Image
Sensor |
14.2 (effective) APS CCD Sensor; 23.5 x 15.7 mm; RGB primary color filter with Anti-Dust Technology |
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Image Stabilization |
Super SteadyShot Sensor-Shift mechanism
Approx. 2.5 EV - 3.5 EV decrease in shutter speed
(varies according to shooting conditions and lens used) |
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Lens Mount |
Sony α mount compatible with Minolta A-type bayonet mount |
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Lens Compatibility |
All of Sony Lens and KonicaMinolta α / MAXXUM / DYNAX Lens |
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Auto
Focus |
TTL Phase Detection
Multi-point: 9 Area, 8 Line, 1 Cross Sensor
Adjustable Spot AF: Selectable Sensor
Eye start AF system
Predictive Focus Control
AF Illuminator |
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Shutter Speed |
1/4000 second - 30 seconds, bulb |
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Exposure Control |
Program Auto, Aperture/Shutter Priority, Manual, Scene modes |
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EV Compensation |
±2.0 EV, 1/3 EV Steps |
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Continuous Shooting | Approx.2.5 frames per second at maximum (OVF) /Approx.2 frames per second at maximum (Live view)
Shooting Capacity:
JPEG (Standard, Fine): No limit (Until the memory card is full).
RAW: 4 frames.
RAW + JPEG: 3 frames. |
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Scene Modes |
Portrait, Landscape, Macro, Sports action, Sunset, Night portrait/view |
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Self Timer |
10 seconds, 2 seconds
Continuous Self-timer: 5 shots, 3 shots |
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Light
Metering |
Multi-Pattern 40 Segment, Center Weighted, Spot |
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ISO |
Auto, ISO100 - 3200 |
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White
Balance |
Auto, Daylight, Shade, Cloudy, Tungsten, Fluorescent, Custom |
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Viewfinder |
Fixed eye-level, penta-Dach-mirror
Field of View: 95%
Magnification: 0.74 x, with 50mm lens at infinity
Eye Relief: Approx. 19.7 mm from the eyepiece,
Approx. 14.1 mm from the eyepiece frame at -1 diopter
Diopter Adjustment: -3.0 to +1.0m-1
Eyepiece Shutter: No (OVF) / Yes (Live view)
Focusing Screen: Spherical Acute Matte |
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Live View Function |
Exclusive image sensor for Live view
Metering: 1200-segment Live view analyzed metering
Coverage: 90%
Real-time image-adjustment display: Exposure compensation, WB, sunset & B/W of Creative Style
Histogram display: Yes
Grid display: No
Magnified display for precise manual focus: No |
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LCD |
Tiltable 2.7-in. (6.7cm) TFT
230 400 (960 X 240) dots
Field of View: 100%
Angle Adjustment: Yes (upward by up to 135 degrees,
downward by up to 55 degrees) |
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Depth-of-Field Preview |
No |
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Microphone/Speaker |
No / No |
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Noise Reduction |
Long exposure: On/Off, available at shutter speeds longer than 1 second
High ISO: available at the ISO set to 1600 or above |
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Base Style |
Standard, Vivid, Portrait, Landscape, Night view, Sunset, B/W |
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D-RangeOptimizer: Mode |
Off, Standard / Advanced |
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Adjustable Items |
Contrast (-3 to +3steps), Saturation(-3 to +3steps), Sharpness (-3 to +3steps) |
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Recording Media |
Memory Stick Pro Duo, Memory Stick Pro-HG Duo, Memory Stick Pro-HG Duo HX, SD, SDHC |
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Flash |
Auto popup, built-in
G. No.: 10 (in meters at ISO 100)
Flash Coverage: FOV coverage up to 18 mm (in the focal length)
Recycling Time: Approx. 4 sec
External Flash - Wireless Control: Yes
Flash Sync Speed: 1/160 second
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Output |
HDMI (Type C Mini) |
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USB Port |
USB 2.0 Hi-speed |
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Remote Control |
Wireless RMTDSLR1 (optional) |
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Battery
Type |
InfoLithium NP-FH50, 6.8V |
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Battery
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approx.500 shots (OVF) / approx.230 shots (Live view) (CIPA measurement) |
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Limited Warranty |
1 Year Parts & Labor |
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Included
Accessories |
- NP-FH50, Power Pack, Li-ion, 50g/pcs,1pcs
- BC-VH1 battery charger
- Battery for clock: MS621FE, Button type, Manganese-Silicon, 0.23g, 1pcs
- 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 |
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Dimensions (W
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Approx. 128.0 X 97.0 X 71.4mm
(excl. protrusions) |
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Weight (Camera
body only) |
Approx. 490g (not including battery, lens and media) |
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MSRP (body only) |
US
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with 18-55mm lens: |
US
$849.99 / CAD $849.99 |
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with 18-55mm and 55-200mm lenses: |
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$1049.99 |
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