Sony A700 Digital SLR

Press Release:

Aimed at photo enthusiasts and serious photo hobbyists, the A700 features advanced imaging technologies and ultra-responsive operation combined with a lightweight, dust and moisture resistant magnesium-alloy construction.

"Discerning photo enthusiasts will be impressed with the rugged construction and outstanding performance of the A700," said Phil Lubell, director of marketing for digital cameras at Sony Electronics. “We also expect that this new camera will re-define the post-capture experience with HDMI output for high-quality playback of images on high-definition televisions.”

Specifications:

• Exmor CMOS sensor: APS-C type with approx. 12.24Mp
• Bionz imaging processor with on-chip A/D conversion and dual noise reduction
• D-Range optimiser with 5 adjustable levels and bracketing
• Super SteadyShot optical image stabilisation offers approx. 2.5-4 stops anti-shake correction
• Dual anti-dust system
• Centre dual cross 11-point autofocus with precision f/2.8 AF sensor
• AF modes: Single-shot, automatic, continuous, direct manual focus
• AF illuminator
• 40-segment light metering with multi segment, spot & centre weighted modes
• Exposure settings: Auto, program AUTO, shutter priority, aperture priority, manual, scene selection (portrait, landscape, macro, sports action, sunset, night view/portrait)
• Sensitivity: ISO100 - 3200 equivalent (up to ISO6400 in expanded ISO range)
• Shutter speed range: 1/8000 sec. - 30 sec.
• Output interfaces: HDMI and USB2.0 (Hi-Speed)
• Battery life: Approx. 650 shots (CIPA measurement)
• Dual media slots (MS/CF): Accepts Memory Stick Duo, Memory Stick PRO Duo, Memory Stick PRO-HG Duo, CompactFlash Type I, Type II (UDMA / Microdrive)
• Dimensions (W x H x D): Approx. 141.7 x 104.8 x 79.7 mm (excluding protrusions)
• Weight: Approx. 690 g (excluding batteries and memory card)
• Supplied software: Image data lightbox SR, image data converter SR ver 2, remote camera control

Pricing and availability:

• £999.00 (body only)
• £1,099.00 (with 18-70mm lens)
• £1.349.01 (with 15-105mm lens)

All prices are inclusive of VAT.