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Description
The Sony Alpha DSLR-SLT-A55 Digital Camera will take you to the leading edge of DSLR technology, with the translucent mirror design. A high-resolution live image preview with rapid, accurate phase detection autofocus is available at all times--via the LCD or the electronic viewfinder. This means that even moving objects stay in sharp focus at all times, whether you're shooting full HD video or stills.
Quick Glance
Memory Type: Memory Stick PRO Duo, Memory Stick PRO-HG Duo, Secure Digital Extended Capacity (SDXC)
LCD Screen Size: 3 in
Camera Type: Digital SLR Camera
Megapixels: 16.2 Megapixel
Image Stabilization: Optical
Lens Mount: Sony A
Weight: 15.27
Summary
Product Title: Sony alpha SLT-A55VL Black SLR Digital Camera - Body Only
Manufacturer: Sony
Lowest Price: $568.99
Power Score: 4.3 | 5 Reviews
Image Processor
Image Sensor: CMOS
Effective Megapixels: 16.2 Megapixel
Total Pixels: 16700000 cpi
Lens Features
Camera Type: Digital SLR Camera
Lens Mount: Sony A
Storage
Memory Card Support: Memory Stick PRO Duo, Memory Stick PRO-HG Duo, Secure Digital Extended Capacity (SDXC)
Other Features
LCD Screen Size: 3 in
Camera Body Only: Body Only
Image Stabilization: Optical
Maximum Video Capture Resolution: 1920 x 1080
Flash: Accessory Shoe, Built-in Flash
Interface Connection: HDMI, USB
Dimensions
Height: 3.62 in
Width: 4.90 in
Depth: 3.33 in
Weight: 15.27 oz
Reference
Warranty Information: 1 Year Limited Warranty
URL: Manufacturer Link
Additional Specifications
Software Included: PMB (Picture Motion Browser) 5.3.01 Image Data Converter SR 3.2 Image Data Lightbox SR 2.2
Camera Modes: Scene Modes: Portrait Landscape Macro Sports action Sunset Night portrait Night View Handheld Twilight
Exposure Control: Auto Program Auto (P) Aperture Priority (A) Shutter-speed Priority (S) Manual (M)
Viewfinder Type: Electronic
White Balance Modes: Auto Daylight Shade Cloudy Incandescent Fluorescent Flash Setting the Color Temperature Custom
Product Series: A
Lens Construction: Not Applicable
Autofocus Points: 15
Maximum Image Resolution: 4912 x 3264
Maximum Frame Rate: 60 fps
Number of Batteries Support: 1
Battery Built-in: No
Battery Rechargeable: Yes
Battery Include: Yes
ISO Sensitivity: ISO 25600
Wide Angle: No
Minimum Diopter Adjustment: -4
Maximum Diopter Adjustment: 4
Longest Shutter Speed: 30 Second
Shortest Shutter Speed: 1/4000 Second
Built-in Flash: Yes
Focal Length (35mm Equivalent): Not Applicable
HD Movie Mode: Yes
THE GOOD: Fast, especially for burst shooting; articulating display; relatively straightforward, streamlined interface; really nice virtual-level implementation. THE BAD: Poor battery life; limited manual video-capture controls. THE BOTTOM LINE: Expensive and probably a bit large for the typical point-and-shoot upgrader, the Sony Alpha SLT-A55V nevertheless delivers the performance and photo...
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The Sony Alpha SLT-A55 (sibling to the Sony Alpha SLT-A33) is not technically a DSLR camera, however, its Single Lens Translucent (SLT) technology puts it into the same class of cameras. It has a full-time fast phase-detection AF which works in still image mode and movie shooting mode. It is built around a 16.2MP sensor that supports full HD video recording and ISO sensitivity up to 12,800. A...
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The Sony A55 is a new kind of interchangeable lens camera, removing the optical viewfinder and moving mirror of a DSLR and replacing them with an electronic viewfinder and a fixed semi-translucent mirror. This combination allows the A55 to be smaller, lighter, faster and offer a better Live View experience than a comparably priced DSLR. Read our Sony A55 Review to find out if this is the future...
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Testseek.com has collected 72 expert reviews for Sony Alpha SLT-A55 and the average expert rating is 81 of 100. The average score reflects the expert community’s view on this product. Click below and use Testseek.com to see all ratings, product awards and conclusions.
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The Sony Alpha SLT-A55 uses a radically different translucent mirror design allows for super-fast autofocus in live view (and in movie mode) and a continuous shooting mode whose speeds are normally reserved for cameras costing thousands more. Add in very good photo quality, sensor-shift image stabilization, a rotating LCD, Full HD video recording, and a built-in GPS, and you've got a camera...
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4% Negative (1 or 2)
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