The Sony
® α330 DSLR camera brings you the freedom of Live View, which lets you compose and
shoot photos using a tiltable 2.7” (diag.) LCD screen. SteadyShot® INSIDE in-camera image
stabilization reduces blur in every shot, while 10.2 megapixel resolution preserves those special
moments in stunning clarity and detail.
2.7” (diag.) Clear Photo LCD Plus™
featuring Live View with Quick Auto
Focus
A large 2.7” (diag.) Clear Photo LCD
Plus™ display features Live View with
Quick Auto Focus, which lets you
compose and shoot pictures in realtime using the LCD, just as you would
with a point-and-shoot camera. In
addition, the LCD display tilts up or
down for low or high-angle shooting
situations, such as capturing a child’
s
first steps or shooting over a crowd.
SteadyShot INSIDE™ in-camera image
stabilization
SteadyShot INSIDE™ in-camera image
stabilization is built into each camera
body, so every a-
mount lens benefits
from the ability to minimize blur due to
camera shake.
10.2 megapixel resolution for ultra-
fine
detail
A 10.2 megapixel APS-size CCD image
sensor captures your images in stunning
detail, giving you the freedom to make
large prints and tight crops without
sacrificing quality.
Lightweight and stylish body
The
α330 features a stylish, modern
design with an intuitive button layout
for easier operation. In addition, the
lightweight body and revised grip
make the camera more comfortable to
hold and carry.
Integrated on-screen Help Guide and
Graphic Display
An integrated on-screen Help Guide
and Graphic Display help take the
complexity out of DSLR photography.
The Help Guide offers clear, concise
explanations of various modes and
settings, while the Graphic Display
helps you understand the relationship
between aperture and shutter speed, as
well as the effect each has on
photographic results.
HDMI™ terminal and BRAVIA®
Sync
™
compatibility
An HDMI™ terminal gives you the
option of connecting your camera to a
compatible HDTV and playing back
your images in stunning high definition
quality (HDMI cable required, sold
separately). In addition, BRAVIA®
Sync™ works with compatible Sony®
BRAVIA HDTVs to let you control
camera playback using the television’
s
remote (HDMI cable and BRAVIA Sync
capable HDTV required, sold
separately)1.
High sensitivity (ISO 3200) for superior
noise reduction
A broad sensitivity range from ISO 100
to ISO 3200 enables you to capture
beautiful color images even in very dim
light -- High ISO Noise Reduction
technology reduces picture noise
artifacts at high-sensitivity ISO 1600 and
ISO 3200 settings by eliminating noise
from RAW data after analog-to-digital
conversion.
Eye-
Start Autofocus
Eye-Start Autofocus System begins
precision autofocus adjustments the
moment you raise the camera to your
eye, so the camera is ready to catch the
perfect moment.
9-Point AF Sensor
9-Point Center Cross AF Sensor with
improved focus control to help bring
images into sharp definition more
quickly, and predictive focus control
automatically calculates the position
of fast-moving subjects.
Up to 2.5 fps continuous shooting
Continuous Shooting lets you shoot at
up to 2.5 fps (frames per second) while
viewing your subject through the
optical viewfinder so you never lose
track of the action.
Smart Teleconverter 2X Digital Zoom
Index and Slide Show Display
Dual slot Compatiblity for Memory
Stick® and SD media
Included SAL1855 18-55mm standard
zoom lens
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Specifications
Optics/Lens
Lens Mount Type:
Sony αlens, Minolta and Konica
Minolta AF lens
Power
Battery Type:
NP-FH50
Number of Still Images: Approx. 510 images with
viewfinder, approx. 230 images in live view
mode (CIPA standard)
Service and Warranty Information
Limited Warranty Term: 1 Year Parts & Labor
Software
Supplied Software: PMB (Picture Motion Browser)
Image Data Converter SR
Image Data Lightbox SR
Operating System Compatibility: Microsoft
Windows 2000 Professional
Windows XP*SP2
Windows Vista
Mac OS X(v10.1.3) or later
Dimensions
Weight: Approx. 491g (without battery, memory
card, accessories
Measurements:
Approx. 128 x 97 x 71.4mm
(W/H/D, excluding protrusions)
Supplied Accessories
DT18-55mm SAM Kit Lens
DT55-200mm SAM Kit Lens
BC-VH1 Battery Charger
NP-FH50 Rechargeable Battery
Shoulder strap
Body cap
Video cable
Software CD-
ROM
Optional Accessories
HVL-
F20AM External Flash
NP-
FH50AM Rechargeable Battery
STP-HS1AM Hand Strap
STP-XS2AM Shoulder Strap
LCS-LC1AM Lens Cap Holder
LCS-WR1AM Wrapping Cloth
LCS-SC6 Soft Carrying Case
UPC Code: 027242745698
1. Requires BRAVIA®
Sync feature in each product, including a
compatible BRAVIA HDTV. Please refer to owner’s manual to
determine compatibility.
2. When fully charged. Actual results may vary based on product
settings, usage patterns and environmental conditions.
3. Compatible BRAVIA®
HDTV, and component cable (sold separately)
required for PhotoTV HD viewing. Specifications of the BRAVIA HDTV
shown vary according to market region
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