35mm Full-Frame Digital SLR Camera

35mm Full-Frame Digital SLR Camera
Photograph by Chukyo Ozawa
SAL1635Z (Vario-Sonnar T* 16-35mm F2.8 ZA SSM), 1/250 sec., F16, ISO 200, Auto white balance
The dream is within reach
Inheriting technology and design from the flagship 900, the 850
places the 24.6-megapixel resolution* of the 35mm full-frame Exmor™
CMOS sensor as well as the stunning response and imaging performance of Dual BIONZ ™ processing engines in the hands of more
discerning photographers whose skills and vision deserve the best.
If only superior detail, natural color and gradation, intuitive handling,
and outstanding fit-and-finish will do, this is the camera for you.
This is a camera for the serious photographer … whether you’re
serious about artistic expression, professional quality, or simply photographic enjoyment, the 850 will help you take your images to the next
level. The dream of image quality approaching medium-format standards with digital SLR handling and speed is finally within reach.
* Effective megapixels (approx.)
Approaching perfection at the critical
interface between light and signal
24.6-megapixel Exmor™
CMOS full-frame sensor
Dual BIONZ ™ image processing
for beauty and speed
Sony’s established semiconductor
expertise is behind the exceptional
performance of the 850 in many
ways, but perhaps most prominently in its full-frame 24.6-megapixel
Exmor CMOS image sensor. This sensor – the same one used in the flagship 900 – was designed specifically
for 35mm full-frame imaging, implementing proprietary Sony planarization technology for maximum flatness,
plus over 6,000 on-chip column parallel analog/digital converters so that
the analog image is converted to
noise-resistant digital form right at the
beginning of the processing chain.
Noise reduction is applied both before and after analog/digital conversion for an even cleaner signal.
The large volume of image data
generated by the 850’s 24.6megapixel Exmor CMOS image sensor is no challenge for the power of
Dual BIONZ image processing engines. Not only do the BIONZ engines
give you exceptionally fast response,
including the capability for continuous 3 fps shooting at full resolution*,
but they deliver images with true-tolife color and tonal gradation as well.
They also apply two stages of advanced noise reduction so the finest
image details come through. The
combination of the high-resolution
Exmor image sensor and Dual BIONZ
image processing engines delivers
exceptionally high resolution and
outstanding dynamic range, making
it possible to take advantage of the
stellar optical quality of precision
-series lenses.
24.6
megapixels
* Approx.
SteadyShot INSIDE™ image
stabilization refined for
full-frame imaging
Multi-stage noise reduction for outstanding clarity
Referring to the diagram below,
you can see that noise reduction
is applied at four different stages:
twice by the Exmor CMOS sensor (once before initial analogto-digital conversion, and once
after), and twice by the Dual
BIONZ image processing engines before image processing.
Both the points at which noise
reduction is applied within the
processing chain and the types
of noise reduction applied have
been precisely tailored to achieve
maximum image clarity without
compromising detail or tonal
nuance.
850 noise reduction
Exmor CMOS Sensor
Lens
Captured Image
Dual
On-chip Column A/D Conversion + Dual Noise Reduction
Charge/Voltage
Conversion
Analog Signal
Noise Reduction
Dual Noise Reduction
Digital Noise
Reduction
Raw Data
NR
NR with
Image Processing
Raw Data
NR
NR with
Image Processing
Analog signal
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Recording to
Memory Stick Duo /
CF Card
Data
Compression
Digital
Signal
A/D
Conversion
Receptor
Image Processor
Output
More powerful and faster than the
SteadyShot INSIDE systems used in
-series DSLRs with APS-C type image sensors, this in-body image stabilization system has been redesigned to achieve optimum quality with
the 35mm full-frame Exmor CMOS
sensor. It is so effective that you’ll be
able to shoot sharp images handheld at shutter speeds up to 4 stops
slower than would otherwise be possible.* SteadyShot INSIDE works with
all compatible -series lenses, including macro and wide-angle types.
* Stabilization may vary according to lens
and shooting conditions.
Digital signal
Noise
SteadyShot INSIDE unit for 35mm full-frame format sensor (actual size)
SteadyShot INSIDE unit for APS-C format sensor (actual size)
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Photograph by Takeshi Hirayama
SAL2470Z (Vario-Sonnar T* 24-70mm F2.8 ZA SSM), 1/320 sec., F8, ISO 200, White balance: Daylight
A fine view that puts you
in touch with your subject
Solid reliability for
tough shooting conditions
Durable magnesium alloy body
Sometimes capturing great images
means working under demanding
conditions, and the 850 is built to
take them in stride. The body’s front,
rear, and top are formed of a lightweight high-strength magnesium
alloy, while the interior chassis features high-tensile aluminum in a
tower-bar configuration for rugged
A bright, low-distortion view
from corner to corner
Optical precision is as advantageous
in a viewfinder as it is in the rest of a
camera, and the 850 does not
compromise. An optical glass pentaprism and high-power condenser lens,
plus the use of high refractive index
glass for all eyepiece elements, offer
an exceptionally clear, low-distortion
view that contributes significantly to
shooting ease and comfort. Greater
clarity is achieved under the widest
possible range of shooting conditions
by the use of multi-layer anti-reflection
coatings on almost all optical surfaces.
0.74x* magnification and expansive
98%* coverage facilitate framing. The
standard Spherical Acute Matte focusing screen makes manual focusing
easy, and a high eye-point improves
visibility for eyeglass users.
reliability. The critical mirror box is
made of carbon fiber reinforced
polycarbonate resin that achieves
the ideal combination of weight and
rigidity. Overall, the balance and
handling of the design are superb,
maximizing comfort and efficiency
in extended shooting sessions.
Interchangeable focusing screens
The Type G spherical acute matte focusing screen supplied with the 850
can easily be replaced with an optional Type L or Type M screen to match
your photographic application. The
Type L screen has gridlines for precise
positioning and framing, while the highdispersion Type M screen is an ideal
match for bright lenses with a maximum aperture of F2.8 or greater, making it easier to fine-tune focus manually.
Super spherical acute matte
Type M focusing screen
FDA-FM1AM
Viewfinder schematic
Spherical acute matte
Glass pentaprism
Eyepiece lens
High-power
condenser lens
Type L focusing screen
FDA-FL1AM
* Approx.
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Frame and capture with confidence
9-point autofocus detection
with 10-point assist
White balance settings for
the right color in any light
Fast, accurate autofocus with a
wide range of subjects means
fewer missed shots, and that is
precisely what you get with the
850’s center dual-cross 9-point
AF sensor system. There’s even
a dedicated central sensor that
enhances accuracy when
shooting at apertures of F2.8
or larger. Ten additional “assist”
sensors significantly improve
subject detection when Wide AF
is selected, as well as enhancing
out-of-focus discrimination so that
the system doesn’t “ hunt” when
attempting to focus. The sensors
themselves have been specially
designed for pinpoint detection
and faster focusing. There’s even
an AF Micro Adjust function that
lets you fine tune auto-focus for
individual lenses and register the
settings so they will be automatically recalled when the corresponding lenses are attached.
In addition to versatile and accurate
auto white balance, the 850 offers
a range of user-tunable white balance presets that can be quickly
accessed via a button on top of the
camera body, including a Color Temperature mode in which you can directly specify the color temperature
in kelvin together with magenta or
green color-correction filters in a
range of densities. There are also
three user-definable custom settings.
The Drive mode menu includes a
selection for white balance bracketing, in which each image is recorded at three different white balance settings.
Auto white balance mode
AF sensors
AF assist sensors
AF Micro Adjust display
-0.7 EV
±0 EV
3 metering modes for optimum
exposure in a variety of situations
Exposure bracketing – the surefire solution for ideal exposure
Intelligent Preview simulates
exposure settings
A 40-segment honeycomb-pattern
metering sensor coupled with advanced exposure algorithms achieves optimally balanced exposure in a wide range of lighting conditions. You can instantaneously
switch between full 40-segment metering, center weighted metering or
spot metering via a convenient selector on the rear of the camera body.
Perfect exposure doesn’t always
correspond to “ technically correct”
exposure. When you want the option to choose, the Drive mode can
be set to auto exposure bracketing
so you get 3 or 5 frames exposed
in 0.3 EV, 0.5 EV, or 0.7 EV steps.
There’s also a ±2 EV mode that’s
perfect for creating high dynamic
range composites.
This feature can be a tremendous
advantage when you need fine
photographic control right at the
point of image capture. Intelligent
Preview lets you preview the effect
of exposure, white balance, and
D-Range Optimizer variations on
the camera’s LCD, along with the
corresponding histogram, before
actually taking the picture. This
can be a great aid to achieving the
desired look right in the camera,
saving a considerable amount of
post-processing time and effort.
40-segment honeycomb
-pattern metering
Center-weighted metering
Spot metering
Quick dial access to
exposure modes
The 850’s standard exposure
modes – Program Auto, Aperture
Priority, Shutter Speed Priority,
and Manual – can be quickly
accessed via a convenient topmounted Mode dial. The dial is
ideally situated for fast on-the-fly
mode changes.
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-0.3 EV
+0.3 EV
+0.7 EV
Program auto mode
Aperture priority mode
Shutter speed priority mode
Manual exposure mode
Simulation of Auto
and Daylight white balance mode effects.
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Shape light and color to match your vision
An interface that gives you total control
D-Range Optimizer compensates
for high contrast scenes
3-inch* Xtra Fine LCD monitor
for accurate image review
Scenes with a wide dynamic range
can be exceedingly difficult to capture with natural tonal gradation. The
D-Range Optimizer function automatically compensates for extremes of
light and shadow, analyzing and adjusting tonal values to achieve smooth,
natural tonal balance while bringing
out subtle highlight and shadow detail. You have a choice of three DRange Optimizer modes: Standard
mode applies compensation based
on analysis of the entire image, Advanced Auto compensation is based
on individual analysis of separate
areas of the composition, and Advanced Level lets you specify the
strength of the compensation in five
levels. There’s even a D-Range Optimizer bracketing function for bestshot selection.
This monitor provides clear, bright
image review with 270 ppi (approx.)
resolution and high contrast. Hybrid
construction and a multilayer antireflective coating ensure optimum
visibility even under bright sunlight.
The large monitor also shows full
RGB histograms and provides a
comprehensive info display that
allows functions and camera settings to be checked at a glance.
The standard detailed display can
be switched to an enlarged, simplified mode for easier reading,
and the display is automatically
rotated for correct orientation
when the camera is held vertically.
A variety of index view options
during playback make shot selection easy.
D-Range Optimizer off
Standard mode
Advanced Auto mode
Advanced Level
Level 1
Level 2
Level 3
Level 4
Level 5
* Viewable area, measured diagonally
* D-Range Optimizer Advanced uses technology provided by Apical Limited.
Creative Style supports
your artistic vision
13 customizable styles are provided
for use as a basis for creating images that are true to your photographic intent. You can use the base styles
as they are, or fine-tune them by editing contrast, saturation, sharpness,
brightness, and zone parameters (no
saturation adjustment is provided
for the monochrome Sepia or B/W
styles). Up to 6 customized creative
styles can be registered in the camera’s “Style Box” for instant recall
whenever needed.
Creative Style settings
Standard
Rich tonal gradation and color; suitable
for a wide range of subjects and scenes
Vivid
Heightened contrast and saturation;
suitable for subjects such as flowers, spring
foliage, sky scenes, and ocean views
Neutral
Attenuated saturation and sharpness;
provides a neutral starting point for
images that are to be post-processed
Clear
For clear images with limpid colors in the
highlights; helps evoke a sense of
radiant light
Deep
For images with deep and dense color;
helps evoke a sense of depth and solidity
Light
For images with bright, uncomplicated
color expression; helps evoke a light,
refreshing ambience
Portrait
For images with rich, natural skin tones;
ideal for portraits
Single-frame view
Standard Style
Heightened contrast, saturation, and
Sunset
Saturated reds for warm, beautiful
images of the setting sun
Night view
Attenuated contrast for more faithful
reproduction of night view tonalities
Autumn
leaves
Saturated reds and yellows for scenic
views of autumn foliage
B/W
For black and white images
Sepia
For monochromatic sepia-tone imaging
Portrait Style
Night view style
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25-frame index view
Quick Navi display allows fast
parameter adjustments on the fly
Landscape sharpness for crisp detail and vivid color;
ideal for landscapes and scenic views
RGB histogram display
When you need to access and adjust
a parameter quickly, the Quick Navi
display is a fast, convenient way to
do it. Just tap the Function (Fn)
button next to the LCD monitor to
switch it from the standard info mode
to the Quick Navi mode, then you
can quickly select and adjust a range
of important shooting parameters via
the multi-selector using only your
thumb. Alternatively, you can adjust
the selected parameter via the front
or rear control dials, if you find that
more comfortable. Parameters that
can be accessed and adjusted via
the Quick Navi display include ISO
sensitivity, exposure compensation,
flash compensation, flash mode,
drive mode, white balance, focus
area, D-Range Optimizer, Creative
Style, image quality, image size, and
memory card slot.
1. Press
2. Adjust
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Efficiency and convenience are
in the details
Controls
Rear control dial
Mode dial
AF illuminator / Self-timer lamp
Shutter button
Front control dial
For shooting: AF/MF button
For viewing: Enlarge button
Custom button for easy access
to frequently used functions
3 user-programmable memories
for favorite setting combinations
High-density battery for
outstanding endurance
Normally the Custom button on
the rear of the camera selects the
Creative Style menu, but it can be
easily reassigned to directly select
any of 15 other functions, according to your personal shooting
requirements.
The numerals “1”, “ 2”, and “3” on
the camera’s mode dial correspond
to three memories that you can program with your own combinations
of settings and modes. Simply set the
dial to the appropriate number to instantly recall your custom setups.
A high-capacity InfoLITHIUM™
battery pack offers outstanding
endurance on a single full charge.
Remaining battery charge can be
monitored via the 5-segment icon
displays as well as in precise 1%
increments.
Metering mode lever
For shooting: AE lock button /
SLOW SYNC button
For viewing: Index button
Power switch
Eyepiece sensors
MENU button
Display button /
LCD brightness button
NP-FM500H
Delete button
Playback button
LCD monitor
Multi-selector
Remote sensor
Preview button
Flash sync terminal
Lens release button
Focus mode lever
For shooting: Custom button
For viewing: Histogram button
For shooting: Function button
For viewing: Image rotation button
SteadyShot INSIDE switch
Exposure button
Display panel
Accessory shoe
Dual memory card slots
add media versatility
Durable long-life shutter unit
built for professional use
With CompactFlash™ / Microdrive™
and Memory Stick Duo™ memory
media* slots, you can load both and
switch between them as required via
the Quick Navi information display.
A high-speed, high-precision shutter unit with a rated service life of
approximately 100,000 activations
ensures long-term reliability even
under heavy use. Built to withstand
the demands of 1/8000 sec. shutter
speeds and continuous shooting
with a full-frame sensor.
* Accepts high-speed CompactFlash UDMA,
MemoryStick Pro-HG Duo, MemoryStick Pro Duo,
and MemoryStick Duo media.
Eyepiece shutter lever
Display panel illumination button
REMOTE terminal
White Balance button
DC IN terminal
DRIVE button
ISO button
HDMI terminal
VIDEO OUT / USB terminal
Diopter adjustment dial
Memory card cover
Built-in eyepiece shutter
maintains metering precision
Top-mounted LCD panel provides
convenient setting confirmation
Close the eyepiece shutter in any
shooting situation in which you’re not
looking through the viewfinder – selftimer shots or long nighttime exposures, for example – to prevent extraneous light from entering the eyepiece and affecting the camera’s
exposure metering.
A backlit LCD panel mounted on the
top of the body allows convenient
review of battery level, remaining
frames, drive mode, shutter speed,
and aperture. This is a particularly
useful feature when the main LCD
monitor is turned off.
Dust and moisture protection
enhance reliability in harsh
environments
The camera’s buttons and dials,
terminals, viewfinder, and other
vulnerable areas feature rubber
seals to minimize the possibility
of moisture and dust entering
the body, for reliable operation.*
* Not waterproof or splash proof.
Anti-dust sensor protection
keeps the sensor clean
In addition to a special anti-static
coating that minimizes dust adherence, the anti-dust mechanism vibrates the sensor at a high frequency every time the camera is turned
off to shake off dust that may have
entered the camera while changing lenses.
Anti-dust sensor protection
Low-pass filter with special
anti-static coating
Image sensor
Dust particles dislodged by sensor vibration
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Join the network
Supplied software tools
Freedom and communication
via the Sony digital network
The ways you can view and share
your digital images are multiplying
rapidly, and the Sony digital network
gives you a wide variety of options.
Connect and communicate your
creativity with an ever-growing
universe of digital photo frames,
camcorders, Blu-ray disc players
and recorders, high-definition televisions, and personal computers.
Conversion and editing –
Image Data Converter SR
Sorting and comparison –
Image Data Lightbox SR
This powerful application facilitates
fast conversion and editing of the
large RAW image files from the
850’s 24.6-megapixel sensor. An
intuitive interface allows easy adjustment of exposure, white balance,
contrast, hue, sharpness, and tone
curve, and also features an enhanced D-Range Optimizer function and
compensation for light falloff at the
image periphery.
Image Data Lightbox SR provides an
efficient way to sort, compare, and
organize RAW and JPEG files. It offers fast thumbnail display, a range
of filtering options, and convenient
compatibility with the Remote Camera Control application. Drag & drop
selection of images for preview or
comparison makes for easy, intuitive
photo management.
Photo library management –
PMB (Picture Motion Browser)
Remote capture and control –
Remote Camera Control
Exhibit your work with the
visual impact of BRAVIA™ HDTV
With the 850, you can directly
take advantage of outstanding
Sony BRAVIA HDTV image quality to
display your images. Connect the
850 HDMI terminal to a compatible BRAVIA HDTV, and the TV will
automatically switch to PhotoTV HD
mode for dynamic display of images
stored on the camera’s memory card,
with faithful reproduction of delicate
hues and tonal gradation.* PhotoTV
HD is an exclusive Sony BRAVIA
HDTV technology for optimum Full
HD still image display.
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The perfect solution for general
image file management, PMB
makes it simple to organize
photos in folders by tagging,
ranking, and titling them for
efficient access and retrieval.
PMB can also simplify the task of
uploading your photos to photosharing websites, and it can utilize data from an optional GPS
Unit Kit to display images in a
map format.
In addition to allowing comprehensive remote camera operation from your computer – including all basic camera operations
plus white balance, image quality,
and D-Range Optimizer settings –
this application transfers captured
images directly to the computer
so you can shoot for expended
periods without having to worry
about memory card capacity.
System requirements
PMB
Microsoft Windows
Microsoft Windows
Macintosh
Windows XP* SP3 / Windows Vista* SP1
Windows XP* SP3 /
Windows Vista** SP1
Mac OS X (v 10.4 / v 10.5)
CPU
Pentium 3, or faster
Pentium 4, or faster
Memory
256 MB, or more
1 GB, or more
OS***
* HDMI cable (optional) is required.
Remote Commander is also optional.
Image Data Converter SR / Image Data Lightbox SR /
Remote Camera Control
Power PC G4 / G5 series
(1.0 GHz or faster recommended)
Intel Core Solo / Core Duo /
Core 2 Duo, or faster recommended
1 GB, or more
GPS Unit Kit
GPS-CS3KA (optional)
* 64-bit editions and Starter (Edition) are not supported. ** Starter (Edition) is not supported.
*** Compatible operating system: factory preinstalled only
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system lenses bring your vision to life
Carl Zeiss® optics contribute to
outstanding imaging quality
Close cooperation between Sony
and renowned optical specialist Carl
Zeiss has resulted in some truly outstanding lenses that, with liberal use
of ED and super ED glass elements,
offer stunning clarity, excellent contrast,
impressive resolving power, and gorgeous defocusing characteristics that
add up to expressive images. Carl Zeiss
lens elements feature the legendary T*
coating for minimal flare and ghosting.
They say a camera is
only as good as its lens …
Lenses are a camera’s “soul,”
defining how it renders scenes sliced
from life and how much control the
photographer has over that rendering. Sony offers an excellent range of
lenses with varying capabilities that
satisfy a wide spectrum of technical
and creative requirements. Their
purposes may be diverse, but the
quality is all top class. The lineup will
continue to evolve and grow as long
as photographers demand quality
that supports and nurtures their
creativity.
SAL1635Z
Vario-Sonnar T* 16-35mm F2.8 ZA SSM
Bright, wide-angle zoom with smooth, silent SSM (Super Sonic
wave Motor) AF operation. ED and super ED glass deliver
clear, sharp rendering with minimum spherical aberration.
T* coating ensures minimal flare.
SAL2470Z
Vario-Sonnar T* 24-70mm F2.8 ZA SSM
An exceptionally versatile wide-angle to mid-range
zoom lens with high-quality Carl Zeiss optics
and an SSM autofocus drive system.
Carl Zeiss lenses
G Lenses exemplify Sony
dedication to optical excellence
TM
No compromises. That about sums
up the approach Sony applies to G
Lenses. They are the pride of everyone involved in their production, and
have captured the imagination of
serious photo enthusiasts everywhere
with unparalleled image quality and
rendering. G Lenses are designed and
constructed to the very highest standards of optical excellence, making
generous use of high-performance
aspherical and ED glass elements
wherever they result in superior clarity
and sharpness. G Lenses also feature
circular apertures for smooth, attractive defocusing.
Vario-Sonnar T*
16-35mm F2.8 ZA SSM
(SAL1635Z)
Sonnar T*
135mm F1.8 ZA
(SAL135F18Z)
When diversity is a key consideration, Sony’s extensive lineup of high
quality lenses is where you’ll find it.
The lineup includes fisheye, macro,
reflex, super wide and super telephoto
primes, teleconverters, and zooms
covering a number of ranges. Whatever the photographic challenge,
there’s an lens that will meet it.
SAL2875
28-75mm F2.8 SAM
Wide zoom range from 70 mm to 400 mm, ED glass
This bright F2.8 standard zoom incorporates four aspherical and
Quality control: the key to consistent satisfaction
elements that deliver contrast and sharpness rivaling
the best prime lenses, and smooth, quiet autofocus
with SSM (Super Sonic wave Motor) drive.
G Lenses
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Planar T*
85mm F1.4 ZA
(SAL85F14Z)
lenses for a broad range
of applications
SAL70400G
70-400mm F4-5.6 G SSM
70–300mm F4.5–5.6 G SSM
(SAL70300G)
Vario-Sonnar T*
24-70mm F2.8 ZA SSM
(SAL2470Z)
35mm F1.4 G
(SAL35F14G)
70–200mm F2.8 G
(SAL70200G)
70-400mm F4-5.6 G SSM
(SAL70400G)
300mm F2.8 G
(SAL300F28G)
Although most strongly associated
with manufacture, quality control
takes on a much broader meaning
when applied to system lenses.
Every aspect of design and production, including optical performance,
reliability, operating feel, and other
factors that go beyond the conventional definition of “quality control,”
is optimized to guarantee total customer satisfaction.
three ED glass elements, achieving superb performance in a
remarkably compact, lightweight package. Internal SAM
(Smooth Autofocus Motor) drive ensures responsive autofocus.
lenses
28-75mm F2.8 SAM
(SAL2875)
75–300mm F4.5–5.6
(SAL75300)
16mm F2.8 Fisheye
(SAL16F28)
20mm F2.8
(SAL20F28)
28mm F2.8
(SAL28F28)
50mm F1.4
(SAL50F14)
50mm F2.8 Macro
(SAL50M28)
100mm F2.8 Macro
(SAL100M28)
135mm F2.8 T4.5 STF
(SAL135F28)
500mm F8 Reflex
(SAL500F80)
1.4x Teleconverter
(SAL14TC)
2x Teleconverter
(SAL20TC)
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Accessories for maximum shooting versatility
Batteries / Grip & Charger
lighting system
External Flash
HVL-F58AM
Shooting accessories
External Flash
HVL-F42AM
Eyepiece Correctors
FDA-ECF05 (+0.5) / ECF10 (+1.0) / ECF15 (+1.5) / ECF20 (+2.0) /
ECF-30 (+3.0) , FDA-ECN10 (-1.0) / ECN20 (-2.0) /
ECN30 (-3.0) / ECN40 (-4.0)
Vertical Grip
VG-C90AM
Ring Light
HVL-RLAM
Macro Twin Flash Kit
HVL-MT24AM
Hot Shoe Adaptor
FA-HS1AM
AC Adapter / Charger
AC-VQ900AM
Extension Cable for Flash
FA-EC1AM
AC Adapter
AC-PW10AM
Multi-Flash Cable
FA-MC1AM
External Flash HVL-F58AM
GN58 power* with Quick Shift Bounce for
optimum angle in any camera orientation.
6-level zoom, fast recharge, high-speed sync,
WB compensation, ADI flash metering, wireless
flash control, and large LCD display panel.
Memory cards
Wireless multi flash (setup:
Focusing Screen
FDA-FM1AM
(Type M)
Focusing Screen
FDA-FL1AM
(Type L)
LCD Protect Cover
PCK-LH4AM
LCD Protect Sheet
PCK-LS4AM
External Battery Adapter for Flash
FA-EB1AM
Sync Terminal Adaptor
FA-ST1AM
Off-Camera Cable for Flash
FA-CC1AM
Rechargeable
Battery Pack
NP-FM500H
Magnifier
FDA-M1AM
Angle Finder
FDA-A1AM
External Flash
HVL-F20AM
GPS units
Off-Camera Shoe for Flash
FA-CS1AM
Eyepiece Cup
FDA-EP4AM
Triple Connector for Flash
FA-TC1AM
Remote
Commander
RM-S1AM
Remote
Commander
RM-L1AM
Wireless Remote
Commander
RMT-DSLR1
Cases & Straps
GPS Unit Kit
GPS-CS1KA*
GPS-CS1KASP
850 and three HVL-F58AM units)
Memory Stick DuoTM Series
Memory Stick PRO DuoTM Series
Memory Stick PRO-HG DuoTM Series
GPS Unit
GPS-CS1*
GPS-CS3KA
* For use with DSLR-A850, an application
update is required. Please access the
URL below for more information.
Camera Case
LCS-AMLC4
System Case
LCS-SC5
Shoulder Strap
STP-SB1AM
Shoulder Strap
STP-SB2AM
System Case
LCS-SC20
System Case
LCS-AMSC30
Messenger Type Bag
LCS-MS10
Soft Carrying Case
LCS-TT10
http://support.d-imaging.sony.co.jp/
www/accy/gps/
External Flash HVL-F42AM
External Flash HVL-F20AM
GN42 power* with a variable-angle head, auto
zoom, wireless flash support, fast recharge, AWB,
ADI metering, high-speed sync, and built-in wide
panel. Comes with Mini Stand for wireless flash.
Compact and slim with GN20 power (50mm, ISO100 m).
Ideal for auxiliary illumination as well as wireless flash
triggering. Wireless control, AWB, ADI metering,
and bounce switch.
* 105mm, ISO100 m
Shoulder Strap
STP-SH1AM
(Genuine leather)
Grip Belt
STP-GB1AM
(Genuine leather)
Shoulder Strap
STP-XS2AM
Hand Strap
STP-HS1AM
Shoulder Strap
STP-SS2AM
Lens Cap Holder
LCS-LC1AM
Shoulder Strap
STP-SS3AM
Wrapping Cloth
LCS-WR1AM
Shoulder Strap
STP-SS4AM
Lens Cases
LCL-60AM / LCL-90AM / LCL-140AM
Lens accessories
Circular PL Filters
VF-49CPAM/ 55CPAM / 62CPAM /
67CPAM / 72CPAM / 77CPAM
ND Filters [8x]
VF-49NDAM / 55NDAM / 62NDAM /
67NDAM / 72NDAM / 77NDAM
MC Protectors
VF-49MPAM / 55MPAM / 62MPAM /
67MPAM / 72MPAM / 77MPAM
Vertical Grip VG-C90AM
Shoulder Strap STP-SB2AM
Grip Belt STP-GB1AM
Super handling for vertical-format shooting.
Rugged magnesium alloy plus dust and
moisture protection.* Holds two InfoLITHIUM™
batteries with automatic switching.
Made of tough neoprene.
One-touch length adjustment
plus detachable connectors.
Simple to adjust, genuine leather
belt for a secure, one-hand grip.
Usable with any digital SLR with
or without Vertical Grip attached.
* Not waterproof or splashproof
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Availability depends on areas
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Main specifications of
System
Camera type
Lens mount
Lens compatibility
Image Sensor
Sensor type
Effective pixels
Total pixels
Aspect ratio
Anti-Dust function
Recording
Image format
Image size
Image quality modes
Media
Card slot
Noise reduction
Color space
Creative Style
D-Range Optimizer
LCD Monitor
Type
Total number of dots
Coverage
Brightness adjustment
Preview
Function
LCD Panel
Digital SLR camera for use with interchangeable lenses
Sony mount
Sony lenses, Minolta and Konica Minolta AF lenses*1
35mm-film format (35.9 x 24.0 mm), Exmor CMOS sensor
Approx. 24.6 megapixels
Approx. 25.7 megapixels
3:2
Charge protection coating on low-pass filter, image-sensor shift mechanism
JPEG (DCF2.0 and Exif 2.21 compliant, DPOF supported), RAW (Sony ARW 2.1 format), RAW + JPEG
<Aspect ratio 3:2>
L size: 6048 x 4032 (24M), M size: 4400 x 2936 (13M), S size: 3024 x 2016 (6.1M)
<Aspect ratio 16:9>
L size: 6048 x 3408 (21M), M size: 4400 x 2472 (11M), S size: 3024 x 1704 (5.2M)
<APS-C size capture>
L size: 3984 x 2656 (11M), M size: 2896 x 1928 (5.6M), S size: 1984 x 1320 (2.6M)
RAW, cRAW (compressed), RAW & JPEG (Fine), cRAW (compressed) & JPEG (Fine),
Extra Fine, Fine, Standard
Memory Stick Duo, Memory Stick PRO Duo, Memory Stick PRO-HG Duo,
CompactFlash (Type I / Type II, UDMA Mode 5 compliant), Microdrive
Dual slot for Memory Stick Duo / CompactFlash, selectable with Quick Navi or from Setup Menu
Long exposure NR: On/Off selectable, available at shutter speeds longer than 1 sec.
High ISO NR: High / Normal / Low / Off selectable at ISO 1600 or higher
sRGB / Adobe RGB selectable from Recording Menu
13 image styles: Standard / Vivid / Neutral / Clear / Deep / Light / Portrait /
Landscape / Sunset / Night View / Autumn Leaves / B&W / Sepia
Adjustable parameter: Contrast / Saturation / Sharpness / Brightness / Zone Matching*
6 settings can be registered. * Saturation cannot be set for B&W and Sepia.
Modes: Off / Standard / Advanced Auto / Advanced (Lv 1 to 5)
DRO Advanced Bracketing: 3 frames, Hi / Lo selectable
Auto, Daylight, Shade, Cloudy, Tungsten, Fluorescent, Flash
Color Temperature (2500 – 9900K) with color filter (19-step magenta / green compensation)
Custom (3 settings can be registered)
White Balance Bracketing: 3 frames, Hi / Lo level selectable
Focus Control
Type
Sensor
No. of focus points
Sensitivity range
Modes
Focus areas
Other features
TTL phase detection system
CCD line sensors
9 points (center dual-cross type) with 10 assist points
EV 0 – 18 (at ISO 100)
Single-shot AF (AF-S), Automatic AF (AF-A), Continuous AF (AF-C), Direct Manual Focus (DMF),
Manual Focus (MF)
Wide, Spot, Local (9 local focus areas, selectable with multi selector )
AF Micro Adjustment (+/- 20-step increments for up to 30 different lenses), Predictive control,
Focus lock, AF illuminator (LED, Range: approx. 1 – 7 m, Auto / Off selectable)
Exposure
Metering
Exposure control
ISO sensitivity
(recommended
exposure index)
Viewfinder
Type
Field coverage
Magnification
Diopter adjustment
Eye point
Focusing screen
Area displayed
Other displays
Eyepiece shutter
Intelligent Preview / Optical Preview selectable from menu
Shutter speed, Aperture, Exposure compensation, White balance, ISO sensitivity,
Drive mode, Battery remaining, Remaining number of recordable images, with illumination
Shutter
Electronically-controlled, vertical-traverse, focal-plane type
Type
1/8000 to 30 sec., Bulb
Speed range
1/200 sec. with SteadyShot INSIDE, 1/250 sec. without SteadyShot INSIDE
Flash sync speed
SteadyShot INSIDE™ (Image Stabilization)
Image-sensor shift mechanism
Type
SteadyShot scale and camera-shake warning in the viewfinder
Indications
Equivalent to approx. 2.5 to 4 steps in shutter speeds
Compensation effect
(varies according to shooting conditions and lens used)
Flash Control
External flash units
system flash units (optional)
Control
ADI, Pre-flash TTL
Flash compensation
+/- 3 EV (0.3 / 0.5 EV steps selectable)
Autoflash, Fill-flash, Rear sync, Wireless*, Slow sync, High-speed Sync
Modes
* HVL-F58AM, HVL-F56AM, HVL-F42AM, HVL-F36AM supported; As the wireless trigger,
either HVL-F58AM or HVL-F20AM is required.
3 / 5 frames, 0.3 / 0.5 / 0.7 / 2.0* EV step selectable
Flash bracketing
* 2.0 EV bracketing limited to 3 frames.
Sync terminal
Built in, adaptable to the sync terminal of the opposite polarity
Drive
Single, Continuous, Self-timer (10 sec. / 2 sec. delay selectable),
Modes
Mirror lock up, Remote commander
Continuous shooting speed Approx. 3 frames per sec. (max.)
No. of frames recordable Standard: 593, Fine: 384, Extra Fine: 34, RAW: 16, cRAW: 18, RAW & JPEG: 12, cRAW & JPEG: 12
Playback
Single (with or without shooting information, with 4 previous / following images,
Modes
RGB histogram & highlight / shadow warning), 4 / 9 / 25-frame index view,
enlarged display modes (max. zoom ratio: L size: 19x, M size: 14x, S size: 9.4x)
Interface
Computer interface type USB2.0 Hi-Speed, Mass Storage (Multi LUN compliant) / PTP / PC Remote Control
NTSC / PAL selectable
Video output
HDMI mini connector, 1080i / 720p / SD selectable (optional HDMI cable required)
HDMI output
Wired control: Remote Commander RM-S1AM / RM-L1AM (optional)
Remote control
Wireless control: with Remote Commander RMT-DSLR1 (optional)
Others
PhotoTV HD supported
Supported OS Environments
Windows 2000 Professional SP4 / Windows XP* SP3 / Windows Vista** SP1
Windows
* 64-bit editions and Starter (Edition) not supported. ** Starter (Edition) not supported.
Mac OS X (v. 10.1.3 - v. 10.5)
Macintosh
Print
Compatible standards Exif Print, Print Image Matching III, PictBridge
Power
One Rechargeable Battery Pack NP-FM500H
Power source
Approx. 880 shots (measured using CIPA standards)
Battery performance
External power source AC Adapter AC-PW10AM (optional) / Charger AC-VQ900AM (optional)
Others
Approx. 156.3 x 116.9 x 81.9 mm (6-1/8 x 4-5/8 x 3-1/4 in.) (excl. protrusions)
Dimension (WxHxD)
Approx. 850 g (1 lb 14 oz) (w/o battery, memory card, accessories)
Weight
Operating temperature 0 – 40 degrees C (32 – 104 degrees F)
Displays
White Balance
Modes
3.0-inch type* Xtra Fine LCD * Viewable area, measured diagonally
921,600 dots
100%
Adjustable in +/- 5 steps
Type: TTL metering
Cell: 40-segment honeycomb-pattern SPC
Range: EV 0 – 20 (EV 2 – 20 in spot metering mode) (at ISO 100 with F1.4 lens)
Modes: Multi segment, Center-weighted, Spot
Modes: Auto, Program Auto (P, with program shift), Aperture priority (A), Shutter priority (S), Manual (M)
Exposure compensation: +/-3 EV, 0.3 / 0.5 EV steps selectable
Bracketing: 3 / 5 frames selectable, Single or Continuous selectable, 0.3 / 0. 5/ 0.7 / 2.0* EV steps selectable
* 2.0 EV bracketing limited to 3 frames.
ISO 200 – 3200 in 1/3 EV steps (ISO 100 – 6400 can be set as expanded ISO range)
ISO Auto Range: ISO 200 – 1600, ISO 400 – 1600, ISO 400 – 800, ISO 200 – 800,
ISO 200 – 400 selectable
Fixed eye-level, pentaprism
Approx. 98 %
Approx. 0.74 x (with 50mm lens at infinity, -1m -1 )
-3.0 to +1.0 m -1
Approx. 20 mm from the eyepiece (at -1 m-1 )
Spherical acute matte screen (G Type). User-replaceable L type FDA-FL1AM (grid type) and
M type FDA-FM1AM (super-spherical acute matte type) available (both types optional)
AF area, Spot AF area, Spot metering area, Shooting area for aspect ratio 16:9, APS-C size area
Flash compensation, Flash charging, Wireless flash, High-speed sync, Manual focus, Focus signal,
Shutter speed, Aperture, EV scale, AE lock, Shot-remaining counter, Camera shake warning,
SteadyShot scale, Aspect ratio 16:9
Built in
*1 DT lenses are not recommended for use with 35mm full-frame sensors due to their differing image circle size,
which may affect light metering accuracy in certain shooting situations.
Specifications are based on the information available at the time of printing and are subject to change without notice.
Number of recordable frames for single media (Aspect ratio 3:2, image size L 24MB / M 13MB / S 6.1MB)
Memory Stick Duo
CompactFlash card
Capacity
2GB
4GB
8GB
Capacity
16GB
L
M
S
L
M
S
L
M
S
L
M
S
Standard
294
477
766
582
944
1517
1169
1896
3048
2369
3844
6179
Fine
196
334
582
388
662
1152
779
1330
2315
1579
2697
Extra fine
85
152
275
168
302
545
339
606
1094
687
1229
cRAW & JPEG (Fine)
55
63
68
110
125
135
221
251
273
449
RAW + JPEG (Fine)
41
45
48
81
89
95
164
180
191
333
Quality
2GB
4GB
8GB
16GB
L
M
S
L
M
S
L
M
S
L
M
S
Standard
296
481
773
593
962
1547
1185
1922
3090
2370
3844
6180
4694
Fine
197
337
587
395
675
1175
790
1348
2347
1580
2697
4694
2219
Extra fine
86
153
277
172
308
555
343
614
1109
687
1229
2219
509
553
cRAW & JPEG (Fine)
56
63
69
112
127
138
224
254
276
449
509
553
365
388
RAW + JPEG (Fine)
41
45
48
83
91
97
166
182
194
333
365
388
Quality
cRAW
77
154
309
627
cRAW
78
157
313
627
RAW
52
103
208
423
RAW
52
105
211
423
* When you shoot with aspect ratio set to [16:9], or with APS/C size Capture function [On], you can record more frames than shown above.
However, when you record an image in RAW format with 16:9 aspect ratio, number of recordable frames is the same as with 3:2 aspect ratio.
* For further detail, please visit our website and go to "Support".
Trademarks & Remarks
* is a trademark of Sony Corporation.
, Bravia
, BIONZ
, SteadyShot INSIDE, Cyber-shot
, S-Frame
, Picture Station
, HANDYCAM
,
* Exmor
, InfoLITHIUM
, Memory Stick
, Memory Stick PRO
, Memory Stick Duo
, Memory Stick PRO Duo
,
VAIO
, and MagicGate
are trademarks or registered trademarks of Sony Corporation.
Memory Stick PRO-HG Duo
* PLAYSTATION is a registered trademark of Sony Computer Entertainment Inc.
* Blu-ray Disc and
are trademarks.
* Microsoft, Windows, and Windows Vista are trademarks or registered trademarks of Microsoft Corporation in the United States and/or other countries.
* Macintosh, Mac OS, and Power Mac are trademarks of Apple Inc., registered in the U.S. and other countries.
* HDMI, HDMI logo, and High-Definition Multimedia Interface are trademarks or registered trademarks of HDMI Licensing LLC.
* Intel, Intel Core, MMX, and Pentium are trademarks or registered trademarks of Intel Corporation.
* CompactFlash is a trademark of SanDisk Corporation.
* Microdrive is a registered trademark of Hitachi Global Storage Technologies in the United States and/or other countries.
* Adobe is a trademark or registered trademark of Adobe Systems Incorporated in the United States and/or other countries.
* All other company and product names mentioned herein are used for identification purposes only and may be the trademarks or registered trademarks of their respective owners.
InfoLITHIUM
is a lithium battery pack which can exchange data with compatible electronic equipment about its energy consumption.
mark.
Sony recommends that you use the battery back with electronic equipment bearing the
Screen displays are simulated.
Printed in Japan