Sony Alpha DSLR-A290 Specifications

DSLR-A290L
SteadyShot INSIDE™ in-camera image
stabilization
Image stabilization helps you take blur-
free 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.
14.2 megapixel resolution for ultra-fine
detail
A 14.2 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.
Smallest, lightest α series body
The α290 features the smallest and
lightest body of any Sony® α (alpha)
series camera for improved portability,
as well as an intuitive button layout that
allows for easy single-handed
operation.
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 with 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.
2.7" (diag.) Clear Photo LCD Plus™
display
Review your images and monitor
camera settings on the large
2.7" (diag.) Clear Photo LCD Plus™
display, which provides sharp, clear
viewing, even in outdoor environments.
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 uses 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.
Creative Style settings
Creative Style settings give you control
over how the camera processes your
images. Choose from 8 finishing styles,
including Standard, Vivid, Potrait,
Landscape, Night View, Sunset, B&W,
and Adobe RGB, and fine tune them to
your personal taste with the ability to
adjust contrast, saturation, and
sharpness settings.
Dynamic Range Optimizer
Dynamic Range Optimizer provides
two levels - Standard/Plus to improve
results with backlit subjects and recover
details hidden in shadows or lost in
glare. Normal DRO improves detail
using standard gamma curves for fast
shot-to-shot response time, while
Advanced DRO adjusts dynamic range
area-by-area for greater accuracy.
Built-in Pop-Up Flash
The Auto Pop-Up Flash automatically
pops up and fires as needed when the
camera is set to certain scene selection
modes, helping first-time DSLR
photographers shoot more effectively.
In addition, the α230 features an
integrated hot shoe, which lets you
expand your lighting options with a
range of accessory flashes (sold
separately).
Anti-Dust Technology
Anti-Dust Technology helps keep the
CCD imager clean, resulting in
consistently better pictures, by utilizing a
static-free anti-dust coating on the CCD
filter, as well as an anti-dust vibration
that automatically shakes the CCD to
help dislodge dust each time the
camera is shut off.
Stamina® Battery power
Stamina® Battery power allows you to
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take up to 500 shots on a fully charged
NP-FM50 InfoLITHIUM® battery when
using the optical viewfinder mode, and
you'll be able to see how much power
remains in percentage increments, so
you can keep shooting in confidence.
ADDITIONAL FEATURES
BIONZ™ image processor
PhotoTV HD compatibility
Index and Slide Show Display
Function Guide Display
Dual slot Compatiblity for Memory
Stick® and SD media
Included SAL1855 18-55mm standard
zoom lens