Sony DSLR-A900 BROCHURE

DSLR-

A900

Digital Single Lens Reflex Camera

The flagship Sony® A900 DSLR features a 35mm full frame 24.6 megapixel Exmor™ CMOS image sensor and SteadyShot INSIDE™ ,

the world

’s first body-

integrated image stabilization solution for a full frame DSLR . In addition, Dual BIONZ™ imaging processors allow continuous shooting up to 5 fps with superb image quality and ultra-low noise.

35mm full frame 24.6MP Exmor™ CMOS image sensor

The A900 features a 35mm full frame Exmor™ CMOS image sensor that is approximately 2.35x larger than the APS-C sized sensors found in many DSLR cameras. The result is a larger capture area, improved wide angle performance, and tighter depth of field control. In addition, its 24.6MP resolution maximizes the resolving power of your existing lenses and delivers sharper, higher contrast photos.

SteadyShot INSIDE™ in-camera image stabilization:

Building on years of expertise, Sony has developed the world’s first bodyintegrated image stabilization solution

for a full frame DSLR . The SteadyShot INSIDE™ in-camera image stabilizer

actually shifts the image sensor to compensate for camera shake without sacrificing image quality. The compensation effect is equal to as many as four shutter speed steps, giving you more creative freedom when shooting in low light. And, because it is integrated into the camera body, SteadyShot INSIDE technology works with all compatible α(alpha) system lenses.

Dual BIONZ

™

processors for up to fast

5fps performance:

The A900 harnesses the power of Dual BIONZ™ image processing engines to deliver true

-to-life images with ultra-low noise and continuous shooting at up to 5 fps.

Ultra bright, 100% coverage glass pentaprism viewfinder

A large, ultra bright glass pentaprism viewfinder provides you with amazing clarity and high optical performance for tighter focus control. In addition, it offers viewfinder magnification of 0.74x, allowing you to see an image nearer to its actual size, as well as 100% field coverage for detailed framing work.

Intelligent Preview Function

The Intelligent Preview function allows you to see the effects of manual adjustments to exposure value, shutter speed, aperture, Dynamic Range Optimizer and White Balance before you take the shot, so you can determine the optimum settings before you take the shot, instead of losing time to trialand-

error.

3.0”

Xtra Fine LCD

™ (921K pixels)

Review your images in stunning detail on the 3.0” Xtra Fine LCD

™ display

(921k pixels). With photo-quality resolution of 270ppi (pixels per inch), you can identify any necessary focus or exposure corrections at the time of capture, rather than discovering them when you transfer your images to your PC.

PhotoTV HD viewing w/ HDMI™

output

The A900 provides direct HDMI™

output to your BRAVIA® HDTV and other compatible HDTV screens, so you can view and share photos in breathtaking

clarity and detail . Additionally, PhotoTV HD capable BRAVIA® HDTVs

will automatically optimize display settings, such as sharpness, gradation, and color to display your images in a way that more closely matches the

natural look of printed photographs .

Precise and fast 9

-point AF system w/ 10

point assist

A high-performance autofocus system uses 9 focus points (center dual-cross type) and 10 assist points to deliver fast and precise focusing.

Flagship design

The A900 features an impressive design befitting a premium flagship model. The simple form eschews ornamentation and exudes competence, while the iconic pentaprism design element conveys superior optical performance. The A900 also incorporates a distinctive cinnabar-colored ring circling the lens mount –

a design element shared

across every Sony® α

; (

alpha) DSLR

camera.

Rugged magnesium alloy shell

The body of the A900 is entirely covered in a die-cast magnesium alloy shell, providing a rugged feel and surprisingly lightweight.

Moisture/dust-resistant design

Sealed viewfinder optics and rubber gasket surrounds on all buttons, dials, and switches help resist the entry of dust and moisture into the camera, and allow for safe use in a wide range of environments.

Anti-Dust Technology

Changing lenses in a DSLR can allow dust to enter the camera

-- so to help keep the CMOS imager cleaner for better pictures, the Sony

® α

; (

alpha)

DSLR-A900 utilizes both static-

free anti

dust coating on the imager's filter and anti-dust vibration that automatically shakes the sensor to dislodge dust each time the camera is shut off.

Battery Performance

A supplied InfoLITHIUM® lithium-ion battery provides long-lasting performance, allowing you to capture approximately 880 images on a single

charge

Durable Shutter Design

The shutter mechanism in the A900 is designed to achieve shutter speeds up to 1/8000 seconds and proven for 100,000 cycle operation.

Dual Card Slots

The A900 features a dual card slots and accepts both CompactFlash® and Memory Stick Duo™ Media (sold separately).

40-Segment Multi-Pattern Metering

A 40-segment multi-

pattern metering system provides superior exposure control accuracy in a wide range of lighting conditions.

Dynamic Range Optimizer

To recover details in dark or bright areas of the image, the A900 provides multiple levels of Dynamic Range Optimization: Standard mode, to improve shadow detail using standard gamma curves; Advanced Auto mode, allowing you to select any of 5 DRO correction levels, or DRO Advanced Bracketing, which automatically takes three shots at different DRO levels with a single shutter press.

-Chip Column A/D Conversion

Analog-to-digital signal conversion is performed by the full frame Exmor™ CMOS image sensor.

ADDITIONAL FEATURES

Dual Noise Reduction Processing

F2.8 Sensor

Updated Image Data Converter SR3

APS-C Size Capturing

Viewfinder magnification of 0.74x

Eyepiece Shutter

AF Micro Adjustment

Optional Focusing Screens (sold separately)

Mirror Lockup Mode

2EV Exposure Bracketing (3 exposures)

Rubberized Grip

Image Data Lightbox software

Remote Camera Control

Picture Motion Browser (PMB) Software

Convenient Button Placement

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Last Updated: 08/02/2010

DSLR-

A900

Digital Single Lens Reflex Camera

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Specifications

Optics/Lens

Lens Type:

Interchangeable A

-mount

Power

Battery Type:

NP-FM500H Lithium-ion rechargeable

battery

Battery Capacity: 7.2V, CIPA standard: approx.

880 pictures

Service and Warranty Information

Limited Warranty Term: 1 Year Parts & Labor

Software

Supplied Software: Image Data Converter SR

(Windows & Macintosh) Image Data Lightbox SR (Windows & Macintosh) Remote Camera Control (Windows & Macintosh) Picture Motion Browser (Windows only)

Operating System Compatibility: Microsoft®

Windows® 2000 Professional, XP Home and Professional, Vista; Macintosh® OS X (v 10.1.3 or later). OS must be installed at the factory.

Dimensions

Measurements:

(WHD) 6 1/8* x 4 5/8* x 3

1/4" (156.3x116.9x81.9 mm) (excl. protrusions)

Supplied Accessories

-series Lithium-Ion Battery (NP-

FM500H) Battery Charger w/cord (BC-VM10) Wireless Remote Commander (RMT-DSLR1) Video Cable USB Cable Shoulder strap with eyepiece cap and Remote

Commander clip Body cap Accessory shoe cap Software/USB Driver CD-

ROM NOTE: No Memory Stick media is included. NOTE: No lens included

UPC Code: 027242745650

1. World’s highest as of September 2008

2. Viewable area, measured diagonally.

3. HD viewing requires HDMI™

cable and HDMI

™

compatible HDTV (both sold separately). PhotoTV HD viewing requires PhotoTV HD capable Sony® BRAVIA®

HDTV (sold separately).

4. Requires Microsoft® Windows® 2000 Professional SP4, Windows XP SP2, or Windows Vista®.

Not supported by Mac OS.

5. When a DT lens is mounted, images are automatically cropped to the APS-C size, regardless of the APS-C size capture setting. Using a DT lens is not guaranteed because the corners of the field are darkened and the camera does not meet the primary AE performance standard.

6. Performance not guaranteed with lenses produced by other manufacturers.

7. Under average conditions; when fully charged, actual results may vary based on camera settings and conditions of use.

alpha), InfoLITHIUM, and SteadyShot INSIDE, Exmor, Dual BIONZ, Xtra Fine LCD, Memory Stick Duo and the Memory Stick logo are trademarks of Sony. All other trademarks are trademarks of their respective owners.