Sony Alpha Dslr-A230

Sony a (alpha) DSLR-A230L Digital SLR Camera with Sony DT 18-55mm lens

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Capture your precious moments with improved clarity and reduced blur with the Sony a DSLR-A230L digital SLR camera. Brimming with features, the a A230 combines high-resolution 10.2-megapixel, simple operation, high sensitivity (ISO 3200), and advanced noise reduction. Plus, Eye-Start Autofocus and pop-up flash help you shoot faster while SteadyShot INSIDE in-camera image stabilization works with virtually every lens. In addition to the on-screen Help Guide and convenient Creative style settings,...

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Technical specifications


General
Product TypeDigital camera - SLR
Width5 in
Depth2.7 in
Height3.8 in
Weight15.9 oz
Main Features
Resolution10.2 Megapixel
Color SupportColor
Optical Sensor TypeCCD
Total Pixels10,800,000 pixels
Effective Sensor Resolution10,200,000 pixels
Optical Sensor Size15.8 x 23.6mm
Sensor Dust ReductionYes
Sensor FeaturesDust Reduction (image sensor vibration), Anti-Dust coating
Light SensitivityISO auto, ISO 100-3200
Image ProcessorBIONZ
Shooting ProgramsLandscape, portrait mode, macro, night portrait, sports mode, sunset
Special EffectsBlack & White, Neutral, Vivid, Sunset, Landscape, Portrait, Night View
Image StabilizerOptical (SteadyShot INSIDE)
Max Shutter Speed1/4000 sec
Min Shutter Speed30 sec
X-sync Speed1/160 sec
Exposure MeteringMulti-segment, center-weighted, spot
Exposure ModesProgram, bulb, automatic, manual, aperture-priority, shutter-priority
Exposure RangeEV 1-20 ( ISO 100 )
Exposure Compensation±2 EV range, in 1/3 EV steps
Auto Exposure Bracketing3 steps in 1/3 or 2/3 EV steps
Exposure Metering Zones40
White BalanceCustom, automatic, presets
White Balance PresetsFluorescent, cloudy, tungsten light, flash, daylight, shade
Still Image FormatJPEG, RAW, RAW + JPEG
Continuous Shooting Speed2.5 frames per second
Remote ControlOptional
Memory / Storage
Supported Flash MemorySD Memory Card, Memory Stick PRO Duo, SDHC Memory Card, Memory Stick PRO-HG Duo
Image Storage3872 x 2592 2896 x 1936 1920 x 1280
Camera Flash
Camera FlashPop-up flash
Guide Number (m / ISO 100)10
Flash ModesFill-in mode, rear curtain sync, slow synchro, auto mode, flash OFF mode, red-eye reduction
Red Eye ReductionYes
FeaturesAF illuminator, flash +/- compensation, wireless off-camera control
Lens System
TypeZoom lens - 18 mm - 55 mm - f/3.5-5.6 DT SAM
Focal Length18 mm - 55 mm
Focal Length Equivalent to 35mm Camera27 - 82.5mm
Focus AdjustmentAutomatic, manual
Auto FocusTTL phase detection
Auto Focus Points (Zones)9
Min Focus Range9.8 in
Lens ApertureF/3.5-5.6
Optical Zoom3 x
Zoom AdjustmentManual
Filter Size55 mm
Lens System MountingMinolta A-type
FeaturesED glass, aspherical lens, Smooth Autofocus Motor (SAM)
Additional Features
Self TimerYes
Self Timer Delay10 sec, 2 sec
Flash TerminalHot shoe
Additional FeaturesDirect print, USB 2.0 compatibility, RGB primary color filter, digital noise reduction, date/time stamp, DPOF support, display brightness control, digital image rotation, PRINT Image Matching, camera orientation detection, PictBridge support, histogram display, shadow point display, highlight point display, Dynamic Range Optimizer, digital tele-converter, built-in help guide, Eye-Start AF system, Exif Print support
Viewfinder
Viewfinder TypeOptical - eye-level penta-dach mirror
Field Coverage95%
Magnification0.83x
Dioptric Correction Range-2.5 to +1
Display
TypeLCD display - TFT active matrix - 2.7" - color
Display Form FactorFolding
Display Format230,400 pixels
Connections
Connector Type1 x HDMI output 1 x USB
Expansion Slot(s)1 x Memory Stick PRO Duo 1 x SD Memory Card
Software
SoftwareDrivers & Utilities, Sony Picture Motion Browser, Sony Image Data Converter SR, Sony Image Data Lightbox SR
System Requirements for PC Connection
Operating System SupportMS Windows XP, Apple Mac OS X 10.1.3 or later, MS Windows Vista, MS Windows 2000 Professional
Peripheral DevicesUSB port, CD-ROM drive
Miscellaneous
Included AccessoriesDust cap, body cap, lens cap, shoulder strap
Cables IncludedUSB cable Video cable
Power
Power DeviceBattery charger - external
Battery
Supported BatterySony NP-FH50
Supported Battery Details1 x Sony NP-FH50 Li-ion rechargeable battery ( included )
Manufacturer Warranty
Service & Support1 year warranty
Service & Support DetailsLimited warranty - parts and labor - 1 year
Environmental Parameters
Min Operating Temperature32 °F
Max Operating Temperature104 °F
Universal Product Identifiers
BrandSony
Part NumberDSLR-A230L
GTIN00027242748699, 04905524529760


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