Sony DSLR-A500 BROCHURE

DSLR-

A500

Digital SLR Body

Step up to the Sony

α500. Enjoy the spectacular imagery of 12.3 megapixels with ISO 12800 sensitivity. Experience the versatility of

Quick Auto Focus Live View or MF Check Live View on the tiltable 3.0" LCD screen

. Discover the superb response of up to 5 fps of

continuous shooting.

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12.3 megapixels; amazing pictures

This camera's 12.3 megapixel resolution
makes for incredible detail and
gorgeous enlargements. The all-

new
Sony® Exmor™ CMOS image sensor
ensures state

-of-

the-art response. The
large, APS-C format means high
sensitivity, powerful depth-of-

focus

control.

Superb in low light (ISO 12800)

An all-new Sony's Exmor™ CMOS
image sensor employs new low-noise
processing, for uncommonly clear
pictures. The BIONZ

™ image processor
with chroma noise reduction helps
achieve low noise all the way up to ISO
12800, without sacrificing resolution.

More responsive Live View

All DSLR Live View systems enable you
to compose shots in the LCD monitor,
just as you would with a point-and­shoot camera. But not all Live View
systems are created equal. Some take
a painfully long time to focus. Some
even black out the LCD before focus.
Either can cause you to miss shots.
Sony's Quick Auto Focus Live View
solves these problems, making it easier
to get the best shot.

Quick Auto Focus Live View

Unlike competing cameras, the DSLR­A500 is just as responsive in Quick Auto
Focus Live View mode as in optical
viewfinder mode. That's because, unlike
the others, the α500 uses the same
"phase detection" auto focus for Live
View as for the optical viewfinder. While
other Live View systems are severely
restricted, Sony's performs superbly any
time— even if you're shooting handheld
or chasing after moving subjects like
kids or pets.

Manual Focus Check Live View

For critical focus in macro and tripod
shooting, the α500 also offers Manual
Focus Check Live View. Temporary 7x
and 14x zoom views enable you to
focus on extremely fine detail while the
1x view shows 100% framing in the LCD.

Face Detection technology

The

α500 enhances Quick AF Live View
shooting with Face Detection
technology, which helps you get the
best shot by recognizing faces and
applying the proper focus, exposure
and white balance. World's first Face
Detection system to work with fast, high­precision "phase detection" Auto Focus.

Smile Shutter

™ technology

Another Quick AF Live View
enhancement, Smile Shutter

™
technology automatically takes the
shot when your subject smiles. Works
with Quick Auto Focus Live View to
capture spontaneous moments,
making the difference between a
missed shot and a cherished memory.

Tiltable 3.0" LCD

Even if you're completely comfortable
with the optical viewfinder, Sony's
tiltable LCD empowers your
photography with a different point of
view. Helps you frame high and low­angle shots that would otherwise be hit
or miss. The LCD tilts up or down 90
degrees to capture a child's first steps or
shoot over a crowd. The 3.0"LCD

features 230,000 pixels and Sony's

Clear Photo LCD™ display technology.

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Up to 5 fps of continuous shooting

Up to 5 frames per second (with optical
viewfinder) can capture the decisive
moment in sports or get the ideal baby
photo. You can also shoot at up to 4
fps with Quick Auto Focus Live View.

Auto HDR built into camera

High Dynamic Range (HDR)
photography captures more scene
contrast than a single exposure can
handle by combining two exposures
into one incredible shot. Until recently,
you needed a computer and editing
software to enjoy HDR. Now the α500
has Auto HDR built in. Handles severe
backlighting and other high-

contrast
scenes. Captures in a split second.
(Recommended for still subjects.)

Dynamic Range Optimizer

Dynamic Range Optimizer improves
results with backlit subjects and
recovers details hidden in shadows.
Normal DRO improves detail using
standard gamma curves for fast shot­to-shot response time, while Advanced
DRO adjusts dynamic range area-by­area for greater accuracy.

SteadyShot INSIDE™ stabilization

Image stabilization helps you take blur­free shots by compensating for camera
shake. Typical DSLR systems build
image stabilization into selected lenses
only. SteadyShot INSIDE™ image
stabilization is built into the camera
body itself. You'll reduce blur with every
a-mount lens, including macro and
wide-aperture standard zoom lenses.

Smart Teleconverter 2x Digital Zoom

In Quick Auto Focus Live View mode,
you can extend the optical zoom of
your lens with digital zoom. One touch
zooms in at 1.4x, while a second touch
advances to 2x zoom. The system
reproduces pixels on a 1:1 basis so
there's no degradation in picture
quality.

Powerful Supplied Software

To help you refine and manage your
images, the α500 is equipped with
comprehensive computer software,
including Image Data Converter SR,
Image Data Lightbox SR and Picture
Motion Browser (PMB).(Compatible
computer required, not included)

ADDITIONAL FEATURES

BIONZ™ image processor

Help Guide and Graphic Display

HDMI™ output for HD viewing

Eye-Start Autofocus

9-Point AF Sensor

Six Creative Style settings

Built-in Auto Pop-

Up Flash

Anti-Dust Technology

Up to a 1000 Shots of battery life

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PhotoTV HD compatibility

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Six Scene Selection Modes

Index and Slide Show Display

Dual Media Slots

Supplied zoom lens (DSLR-A500L kit)

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Last Updated: 08/06/2010

DSLR-

A500

Digital SLR Body

Please visit the Dealer Source for more information

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Specifications

Optics/Lens

Lens Mount Type:

Sony αlens, Minolta and

Konica Minolta AF lens

Power

Battery Type: NP-

FM500H

Number of Still Images: Approx. 1000

images with viewfinder, approx. 520
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) 4.3.01
Image Data Converter SR 3.1
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. 597g (without battery,

memory card, accessories)

Measurements: Approx. 137 X 104 X 84mm

(W/H/D, excluding protrusions)

Supplied Accessories

BC-VM10 Battery Charger
NP-FM500H Rechargeable Battery
Power Cord
Shoulder strap
Body cap
Software CD-ROM
USB cable

Optional Accessories

HVL-F58AM External Flash
HVL-F42AM External Flash
HVL-F20AM External Flash
VG-B50AM Vertical Grip

UPC Code:

027242748590

1.Works with other BRAVIA® Sync™ or Theatre Sync™

labeled HDTVs

when connected via HDMI interface.

2.When fully charged. Actual results may vary based on product
settings, usage patterns and environmental conditions.

3. Compatible BRAVIA®

HDTV, and HDMI or component cable (sold
separately) required for PhotoTV HD viewing. Specifications for BRAVIA
HDTV shown vary according to market region.

4. Viewable area measured diagonally.

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whole or in part without written permission is prohibited. Sony, α,

BIONZ,
BRAVIA, Clear Photo LCD, Exmor, HDNA, InfoLITHIUM, Memory Stick,
Memory Stick PRO Duo, Memory Stick PRO-HG Duo, Smile Shutter,
Stamina, SteadyShot INSIDE are trademarks of Sony. HDMI is a
trademark of HDMI Licensing LLC. All other trademarks are trademarks of
their respective owners. Non-metric weights and measurements are
approximate and may vary.