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Approximately 0.05 second minimum release time lag

Accelerated shutter response lets you 
capture decisive moments with confidence. 
An innovative electronic front curtain 
shutter in the image sensor slashes shutter 
release time lag to a class-leading 0.05 
second

*

 and produces less shutter noise 

and vibration than a mechanical front 

curtain shutter. If desired, a mechanical 
front curtain shutter can be activated 
through the MENU.

12 fps continuous shooting (in Continuous Advance Priority AE mode)

The world’s highest continuous shooting 
speed* gives you a decisive advantage 
when capturing sports action and fleeting 
facial expressions. Every second, you 
can capture up to 12 images with clarity 
and precision at full 24.3 megapixel 
resolution. Moreover, you can enjoy 
the expressive power and flexibility of 
interchangeable lenses without slowing 
down performance. As with full-time 
autofocusing, this extraordinary response 
is made possible by innovative Sony 
Translucent Mirror Technology.

70-400mm F4-5.6 G SSM (SAL70400G), Continuous Advance Priority AE, 1/4000 sec., F5.6, ISO 1250, Auto white balance

Cross sensors

AF sensors

Accelerated response on a full-time basis

*   Among interchangeable-lens cameras with an APS-C 

sensor as of August 2011. 

Notes: 
Continuous shooting speed may be slower depending on 
shooting conditions. In Continuous Priority AE Mode, the 
aperture is fixed at F3.5 or the maximum aperture of the 
lens, whichever is smaller. Continuous shooting speed 

(fps) lowers when high ISO NR function is On.

*   Speed may vary depending on shooting conditions 

and memory card in use.

Full-time Continuous AF

Accelerated full-time continuous phase-
detection autofocusing keeps your subject 
sharply focused at all times. Even at 
maximum continuous shooting speed and 
during live-view movie shooting—thanks to 
revolutionary Translucent Mirror Technology—
you can clearly capture sports action 
and fleeting facial expressions without 
resorting to manual focusing.  The supreme 
speed and precision of phase-detection 
autofocusing is faster and more precise than 
the contrast-detection AF systems employed 
by competing cameras. It lets you effortlessly 
capture dramatic moments in all types of 
situations with professional-looking results. 

Translucent Mirror Technology

Sony Translucent Mirror Technology 
revolutionizes interchangeable-lens 
photography by enabling simultaneous 
focusing and image capturing on a 
full-time basis. Unlike competing cameras 
that swing a mirror to either direct light 
toward the AF sensor or the image  
sensor–one at a time, the 

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directs light to both sensors simultaneously 
via a stationary translucent mirror. This 
breakthrough enables leading continuous 
shooting speed, accelerated full-time 
continuous phase-detection autofocusing—
even while shooting HD movies–and 
smooth uninterrupted live-viewing on the 
finder and rear monitor during single shot, 
continuous and movie shooting. Quite 
simply, Translucent Mirror Technology 
significantly improves overall performance 
and leaves the competition behind.

Easy operation even during manual focusing

The camera quickly and comfortably meets 
your needs during both auto and manual 
focusing. Prompt switching between 
autofocusing and manual focusing is 
as simple as pressing the AF/MF button. 
Manual focusing is aided by a Focus 
Magnifier function that provides up to 11.7x 

magnification of the image at the press of 
a button, and Direct Manual Focus (DMF) 
settings are selectable during autofocusing. 
An AF Micro Adjustment function also allows 
minute manual adjustment of focusing 
distance, along with registration of up to 30 
sets of lens adjustment settings.

19-point AF system with 11 cross sensors

The new phase-detection autofocusing 
system spreads 19 AF sensors over a wide 
AF area to increase your framing freedom 
and keep moving subjects in focus. It 
includes 11 cross sensors that deliver more 
accurate and reliable tracking than sensors 
with only vertical or horizontal detection 
can achieve. Additionally, this new AF 
system improves autofocusing performance 
in low light conditions to ensure precision 
focusing wherever and whenever you 

shoot. Depending on your needs, you can 
select one of four AF area modes: Wide 

(all 19 sensors), Spot (central sensor), 
Local (any selected sensor), or Zone (right, 
center, or left zone). Four AF modes are also 
selectable from the focus mode dial: AF-A 

(Auto), AF-C (Continuous), AF-S (Single shot) 
and Manual. In addition to AF (Auto Focus), 
the camera also provides DMF (Direct 
Manual Focus) and Manual focus modes.

Object Tracking Focus

Various advances come together in the 

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fast-moving subjects. Once you designate 
your subject on the viewfinder or rear LCD, 
Tracking Focus utilizes powerful predictive 
focusing algorithms and Sony’s original 
subject recognition technologies to track 
your subject’s every move with speed and 
precision. This performance is supported by 
blazing-fast BIONZ

®

 image processing and 

19 autofocusing points that are spread 
over a wide area to better keep moving 
subjects in focus.

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Summary of Contents for Alpha SLT-A77V

Page 1: ...Never miss the moment ...

Page 2: ...with an APS C sensor as of August 2011 The extraordinary new a77 empowers you to capture images that fully express your creative vision Through revolutionary Translucent Mirror Technology it breaks through traditional limitations to provide accelerated autofocusing and live viewing on a full time basis even when capturing 24 3 megapixel images during 12 fps continuous shooting and 60p video captur...

Page 3: ...70 400mm F4 5 6 G SSM SAL70400G 1 2000 sec F8 0 ISO 1250 Auto white balance ...

Page 4: ...DT 30mm F2 8 Macro SAM SAL30M28 1 200 sec F7 1 ISO 100 Daylight white balance ...

Page 5: ...DT 16 50mm F2 8 SSM SAL1650 1 250 sec F5 6 ISO 100 Manual white balance 4500K ...

Page 6: ...mpeting cameras that swing a mirror to either direct light toward the AF sensor or the image sensor one at a time the a77 continuously directs light to both sensors simultaneously via a stationary translucent mirror This breakthrough enables leading continuous shooting speed accelerated full time continuous phase detection autofocusing even while shooting HD movies and smooth uninterrupted live vi...

Page 7: ...th ISO 100 16000 expandable to ISO 50 Master virtually any lighting conditions with extremely high ISO sensitivity and wide ranging settings from 50 expanded to 16000 a range of eight 1 3 steps Capture the mood of a candlelit wedding ceremony with a high sensitivity setting the flow of a river with a low sensitivity setting and slow shutter speed or athletes competing indoors with a high sensitivi...

Page 8: ... reading You can display the data in your choice of five display modes Shooting Data Graphic Digital Level Gauge Histogram or Simple Display by pressing the DISP button The Digital Level Gauge indicates whether the camera is level in the horizontal and front back directions The Histogram displays the luminance distribution of pixels in the image which can be adjusted through exposure compensation ...

Page 9: ...e lenses you can exercise your cinematic creativity without worrying about difficult focusing problems Full manual movie shooting Full manual operation gives you the freedom and power to realize your creative vision Using manual focus and P A S M modes Program Aperture Priority Shutter Priority and Manual you can flexibly adjust background blur and manually control exposure to achieve desired brig...

Page 10: ...n arises you can easily recall and apply the settings to save time by turning the mode dial to the MR position Up to three sets of comprehensive shooting settings can be saved Convenient Xtra Fine LCD display with 3 way tilting Whether shooting horizontally or vertically you can easily tilt and swivel the new LCD monitor to the most natural possible viewing angle Even when using a tripod the 3 way...

Page 11: ...nd long lasting dependability has been achieved High density battery The InfoLITHIUM NP FM500H battery that comes with the a77 provides plenty of power for extended worry free shooting Compact and lightweight it recharges quickly and packs enough power for approximately up to 530 shots Precise indication of remaining power is displayed through a 5 level battery icon and a number that precisely rep...

Page 12: ...u may want to employ Since advanced algorithms automatically detect and correct any misalignment between the three exposures it s even possible to capture these remarkable images without using a tripod For enhanced creative control over a wide range of lighting situations you can set the Auto HDR exposure range to cover six steps from 1 EV to 6 EV Sweep Panorama Mode 3D Sweep Panorama Mode Capture...

Page 13: ...d choose the best one AEB lets you choose whether to vary the exposure values by 0 3 or 0 7 EV Both Exposure Compensation and AEB clearly display results on the screen for easy checking and help ensure that at least one of your shots is expertly exposed AUTO Auto Advanced mode This highly convenient mode adjusts camera settings automatically So you can simply point shoot and let the camera handle ...

Page 14: ...rive button WB White balance button Exposure button Power switch Shutter button ISO button Display panel illumination button Display panel Flash pop up button DC IN terminal REMOTE terminal Flash sync terminal Microphone jack HDMI terminal USB terminal Battery insertion slot Memory card insertion slot Vertical Control On Off switch 23 24 25 26 27 28 29 30 31 32 33 34 35 36 37 38 39 40 41 42 43 44 ...

Page 15: ... contribute to fast response by minimizing the need for lens changes and expand your range of shooting opportunities DT 16 50mm F2 8 SSM SAL1650 This large aperture zoom lens is available with the a77 kit SLT a77VQ providing both high performance and a practical focal range Highlights include a bright F2 8 aperture at all focal length settings from 16mm wide angle to 50mm telephoto Super Sonic Mot...

Page 16: ...ecomes naturally comfortable with this dedicated grip which includes a shutter button and other essential controls The grip can also house one or two Rechargeable Battery Packs NP FM500H sold separately for vastly increased battery life Dust and moisture resistance is the same high level as the camera body Wireless multi flash with flash ratio control Give your photos a professional studio look by...

Page 17: ... Remote Commander RMT DSLR1 Remote Commander Still Image Only RM L1AM LCD Protect Sheet PCK LS9AM Shoe Cap FA SHC1AM HDMI Cable DLC HEM15 20 30 Body Cap ALC B55 Rear Lens Cap ALC R55 Lens Hood Eyepiece Cup FDA EP12 Shotgun Microphone ECM CG50 Bracket VCT 55LH Stereo Microphone ECM ALST1 Macro Twin Flash Kit HVL MT24AM Flash HVL F43AM Flash HVL F20AM Memory stick PRO HG Duo HX Memory Stick PRO Duo ...

Page 18: ...ync speed 1 250 sec Electronic front curtain shutter Yes On Off SteadyShot image stabilization System For still images Image Sensor Shift mechanism For movies Electronic SteadyShot capability For still images Approx 2 5 4 5 EV decrease in shutter speed varies according to shooting conditions and lens used Flash Type Auto popup built in Guide No 12 in meters at ISO 100 Coverage Field of view covera...

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