Sony DSLR-A900 digital SLR camera

DSLR-A900

Manufacturer
Sony
SKU
DSLR-A900
16-09-2008
24.6 megapixel Digital Single Lens Reflex (D-SLR) camera, body only. Supreme imaging and professional features. Full-frame CMOS sensor with Exmor™ technology. High-performance pentaprism viewfinder with 100% coverage. High-speed 9-point AF, SteadyShot INSIDE and photo quality 3.0-inch 921k dot LCD.

- Ultra-high resolution 24.6 effective megapixel 35mm full-frame CMOS sensor with Exmor™ technology plus on-chip A/D conversion and dual noise reduction for flawless, detail packed images
- Ultra-bright optical pentaprism viewfinder with 100% field coverage
- Advanced new Dual BIONZ image processor utilises performance of 24.6 effective megapixel full-frame sensor for ultimate imaging performance
- SteadyShot INSIDE optical image stabilisation offers 2.5-4.0 steps anti-shake performance with α-mount lenses or Konica Minolta a-mount lenses
- 5fps continuous shooting at full resolution 24.6 megapixels
- Photo quality 3.0-inch Xtra Fine 921k dot resolution LCD screen for critical shot evaluation
- Fast, high-accuracy 9-point centre cross AF with 10 focus assist points and F2.8 sensor
- Rugged magnesium body with aluminium alloy chassis and controls sealed against dust and moisture
- High sensitivity up to ISO6400 (in expanded ISO range) with high-ISO noise reduction for clearer low-light shooting
- Secondary top-mounted display panel
- Evolved D-Range Optimiser delivers beautifully balanced exposures with rich shadow and highlight detail, especially in backlit situations
- Intuitive Quick Navi display for fast, easy access to camera settings
- Intelligent preview gives immediate feedback of adjustment settings
- High-capacity InfoLITHIUM battery allows up to 880 shots between charges (using viewfinder) with % display of power remaining (CIPA measurement)
- Dual anti-dust system protects sensor during lens exchange
- User replaceable high quality focusing screens (option) in L-type (grid pattern) and M-type (super spherical acute matte)
- HDMI™ output for viewing on HD Ready display plus PhotoTV HD mode for optimised Full HD images on compatible BRAVIA television

Video

Full HD 
Y
Maximum video resolution 
1920 x 1080 pixels
Motion JPEG frame rate
50 fps

Technical details

Material 
Aluminium, Magnesium
Interface 
USB 2.0
Colour of product 
Black
ISO sensitivity 
100, 200, 400, 800, 1600, 3200, 6400, Auto
Weight 
850g
Aperture range (F-F) 
-
Focal length range (f-f) 
-
Analog signal format system 
NTSC, PAL
Auto Exposure (AE) lock
Y
Auto Focus (AF) assist beam
Y
Auto focusing (AF) modes 
Continuous Auto Focus, Single Auto Focus, Spot Auto Focus
Camera file system
DPOF 1.1, Exif 2.2
Camera shutter speed 
1/8000 - 30 s
Camera shutter type 
Electronic
Compatible memory cards 
CF, MicroDrive, MS Duo, MS PRO Duo, MS Pro-HG Duo
Display 
LCD
Flash modes 
Auto, Fill-in, Red-eye reduction, Slow synchronization
Focus
TTL
Histogram
Y
Internal memory 
-
Light exposure control
Program AE
Light exposure correction
± 2EV (1/3EV step)
Light metering 
Centre-weighted, Spot
Megapixel 
24.6 MP
Memory slots 
2
On Screen Display (OSD) languages
CZE, DAN, DEU, DUT, ENG, ESP, FIN, FRE, GRE, HUN, ITA, NOR, POL, POR, RUS, SWE, TUR
Optical zoom 
-
PictBridge 
Y
Scene modes 
Landscape, Night, Portrait, Sunset
Self-timer 
2, 10s
Sensor type 
CMOS
Video capability 
Y
White balance 
Auto, Cloudy, Custom modes, Daylight, Flash, Fluorescent, Shade, Tungsten
Filter
Y

Ports & interfaces

Built-in microphone 
-

Power

Power source type 
Battery
Battery type 
NP-FM500H
Number of batteries supported 
1

Display

Display resolution (numeric) 
921600 pixels
Field of view
100%

Technical details

Display diagonal 
7.62 cm (3")

Lens system

Focus adjustment
Auto / Manual
Digital zoom 
-
Focal length (35mm film equivalent)
-
Image stabilizer 
-

Camera

Camera type 
SLR Camera Body
Photo effects 
Black&White, Neutral, Sepia, Vivid
Date imprinting
Y
Image editing
Rotating
Live view
N
Built-in processor
2x BIONZ

Focusing

Auto Focus (AF) lock
Y

Light exposure

Light exposure modes 
Aperture priority AE, Auto, Manual, Shutter priority AE

Flash

Built-in flash 
N
Flash recharging time
N

Operational conditions

Operating temperature (T-T) 
0 - 40 °C

Battery

Battery life (CIPA standard)
880 shots

Packaging content

Battery technology 
Lithium-Ion (Li-Ion)
Handheld remote control 
YES (with RMT-DSLR1)
Batteries included
Y

Picture quality

Maximum image resolution 
6048 x 4032 pixels
Image formats supported 
JPG,RAW
Still image resolution(s) 
640 x 480
Image sensor size (W x H)
35.9 x 24 mm

Weight & dimensions

Width 
15.63 cm
Depth 
8.19 cm
Height 
11.69 cm

Other features

Video out
YES (PAL or NTSC)
USB 2.0 ports quantity 
1
HDMI ports quantity 
1
Magnification 
0.74x