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Sony a (alpha) DSLR-A300 is the camera that links you and your subject. For first-time DSLR users, Sony combines superb 10.2 MP quality, a high quality DT 18-70mm f3.5-5.6 sta...Read more
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Sony α (alpha) A300 10.2 MP Digital SLR Camera - Gold (Kit w/ DT 18-70mm Lens)

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Sony DSLR-A300 10.2MP SLR Camera W/ 18-70mm Lens (GOLD)
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Sony a (alpha) DSLR-A300 is the camera that links you and your subject. For first-time DSLR users, Sony combines superb 10.2 MP quality, a high quality DT 18-70mm f3.5-5.6 standard zoom lens, and Live Preview in a large tilting LCD monitor for point-and-shoot simplicity. You'll have super-quick AF response, 3 fps continuous shooting while you see your subject in the viewfinder, and high sensitivity (ISO 3200) for great low-light shots. What's more, you get simple controls, Creative Style settings and in-camera Super SteadyShot image stabilization that work with every Sony, Carl Zeiss and legacy Minolta a-mount lens. Stamina power for up to 740 shots, Auto Pop-up Flash and many more features make DSLR model an excellent choice for your favorite hobby.

Product Identifiers
BrandSony
ModelA300
MPNDSLRA300K/N
UPC0027242727038, 0027242743991, 027242727038, 27242727038

Key Features
Camera TypeDigital SLR
Optical Zoom3.9x
Sensor Resolution10.2 MP
Screen Size2.7"

Optical Sensor
Sensor Size15.8 x 23.6mm
Sensor TypeSuper HAD CCD

Lens System
Lens TypeZoom lens
Lens For SDDT 18-70mm
Focal Length Range18mm - 70mm
Focus AdjustmentAutomatic, Manual
Lens Filter Size55 mm
Lens System FeaturesAspherical Lens, ED Glass
Auto Focus typeTTL phase detection
Lens Construction9 group(s) / 11 element(s)
Focal Length Equivalent to 35mm Camera27 - 105mm

Exposure
Max Shutter Speed1/4000 sec
Min Shutter Speed30 sec
Exposure compensation±2 EV range, in 1/3 EV steps
Exposure RangeEV 2-20 ( ISO 100 )
Exposure MeteringCenter-Weighted, Multi-Segment, Spot
Exposure ModesAperture-Priority, Automatic, Bulb, Manual, Program, Shutter-Priority
Light SensitivityISO 100, ISO 1600, ISO 200, ISO 3200, ISO 400, ISO 800, ISO auto
Light Sensitivity Max3200

Camera Flash
Flash TypePop-up Flash
Red Eye ReductionYes
Camera Flash FeaturesAF Illuminator, Flash +/- Compensation, Wireless Off-Camera Control
Flash ModesAuto Mode, Fill-in Mode, OFF mode, Rear Curtain Sync, Red-eye Reduction, Slow Synchro

Memory / Storage
Supported Flash MemoryCompactFlash, Microdrive
Floppy Drive StorageNone

Viewfinder
Viewfinder TypeOptical
Optical Viewfinder TypeEye-level penta-dach mirror
Viewfinder - Field Coverage95%
Viewfinder Magnification0.74x
Dioptric Correction Range-3 to +1

Dimensions
Depth3 in.
Height3.9 in.
Width5.2 in.
Weight20.52 Oz.

Display
Display TypeLCD
Display RotationFolding
Screen DetailsLCD display - TFT active matrix - 2.7" - color
Display Size2.7"

Microphone
Microphone TypeNone

Connections
Connector Types1 x DC power input, 1 x USB, 1 x composite video output, 1 x remote control
Expansion Slot1 x CompactFlash Card - type I/II

System Requirements for PC Connection
Operating System SupportedApple Mac OS X 10.1.3 or later, MS Windows 2000 Professional, MS Windows Vista, MS Windows XP

Battery
Battery Form FactorManufacturer specific

File Format
Still Image FormatJPEG, RAW, RAW + JPEG

Environmental Parameters
Min Operating Temperature0 °C
Max Operating Temperature40 °C

Other Features
Additional FeaturesAF Lock, Brightness Control, DPOF Support, Date/Time Stamp, Dynamic Range Optimizer, Eye-Start AF System, Histogram Display, LCD Live View Mode, PRINT Image Matching, PictBridge Support, RGB Primary Color Filter, USB 2.0 Compatibility

Miscellaneous
Color Gold
Shooting ProgramsLandscape, Macro, Night portrait, Portrait mode, Sports mode, Sunset
Special EffectsBlack & White, Landscape, Neutral, Night View, Portrait, Sunset, Vivid
Continuous Shooting Speed2 frames per second, 3 frames per second

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Created: 01/12/11
Haven't figured it all out yet, but takes great pictures. It is a little on the heavy side for someone with small hands like a woman.
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