Sony SLT-A77V Brochure & Specs page 11

Robust craftsmanship for
carefree shooting
Dust and moisture resistant
Comprehensive dust and moisture grip or other accessories, this same
resistance measures are applied to the high-level resistance to dust and moisture
is maintained. This lens incorporates
a77 and select accessories to achieve
extremely high, reliability when used effective dust and moisture resistance
together. The camera itself is sealed measures including sealing of all
around the main buttons and dials to susceptible components. Main joints
help prevent moisture and dust from of the powerful optional flash unit, with
entering the body during tough usage. Quick Shift Bounce design, are refined
Openings such as the card slot, battery and sealed to ensure effective resistance
compartment and terminals are also to dust and moisture. Various areas of the
protected by a double-layered structure. vertical grip are also sealed to raise dust
When using the DT 16-50mm F2.8 SSM and moisture resistance.
standard zoom lens, optional HVL-F43AM
Note:
flash unit, optional VG-C77AM vertical • D ust and moisture resistance does not imply dust/
moisture proof performance.
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Body
a77
Flash
HVL-F43AM
Lens
DT 16-50mm F2.8 SSM
Vertical Grip
VG-C77AM
Robust magnesium alloy body
When the going gets tough, you
can depend on the rugged a77. Its
lightweight body offers the protective
external shielding of high-intensity
magnesium front and rear panels. A
grip and front cover manufactured
through advanced casting technology
further enhance body rigidity. T hrough
an optimal combination of engineered
plastic, aluminum alloy and stainless steel
in the chassis, a high degree of structural
integrity, light weight and long-lasting
dependability has been achieved.
150,000 shutter release durability Anti-dust Technology/System
Extended photographic pleasure is Advanced dust resistance helps keep
assured by a remarkably durable shutter your photos blemish-free. If dust particles
unit. T his newly developed unit has been enter the camera when the lens is
proven to endure approximately up to being changed, two levels of protection
150,000 shutter releases, a figure that rivals safeguard the image sensor. First, a
high-end professional cameras. While special static-free coating on the low-
rugged enough to withstand the demands pass filter covering the sensor helps
of 12 fps continuous shooting, this high- prevent dust from adhering. Second, an
precision shutter unit also supports anti-dust mechanism vibrates the filter
everything from bulb shooting to ultra-fast at high speed every time the camera
1/8000 sec. shutter speeds. is switched off to dislodge any dust
particles that settled on its surface.
High-density battery
The InfoLITHIUM NP-FM500H battery that
®
comes with the a77 provides plenty of power
for extended worry-free shooting. Compact
and lightweight, it recharges quickly and
packs enough power for approximately up
to 530 shots*. Precise indication of remaining
power is displayed through a 5-level battery
icon and a number that precisely represents
the percentage of power remaining in 1%
increments. When the camera is fitted with
an optional VG-C77AM vertical grip housing
extra batteries, up to 1,000 shots can be
taken between recharges.
* I n LCD monitor mode ( CIPA standard ) Actual performance
varies based on settings, environmental conditions and
usage. Battery capacity decreases over time and use.
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