Sony published a short preview of their next generation dlsr at their UK website. The A700 has clear, logically placed controls make operation easy and fuss-free – even when you’re shooting under pressure.





Three memories allow storage of all camera settings for instant recall. A dedicated Custom button can be assigned to frequently-needed functions like file size and auto focus area select.For even greater creative control there’s a dedicated AF/MF button for instant switchover between auto and manual focus modes.

The A700 is engineered to meet the needs of discerning photo enthusiasts who demand unfaltering performance. Tough, durable magnesium alloy body panels are complemented by a reinforced aluminium alloy chassis.



Weather-resistant silicon seals protect buttons and media card slots against dust and moisture. The precision high-speed shutter unit offers outstanding durability. Proven to approximately 100 000 cycles, it’s tough enough to cope with the challenging demands of serious photographers.

 
New Sensor: Exmor CMOS sensor

The all-new Sony-developed 12.2 effective megapixel “Exmor„ CMOS sensor delivers extraordinary levels of detailing with clear, lifelike colours.


A 3-layer optical low-pass filter on the sensor’s surface reduces moiré effects for even higher picture quality with smooth, natural textures.

For the first time, A/D conversion and initial noise reduction is performed on the sensor itself. This ensures that digitised signals are passed to the new-generation BIONZ processing engine with immunity from external noise.

 
Responsive, high speed autofocus is a ‘must have’ for anyone who’s serious about their photography.





High Speed 11 Focus Point

With 11 focus points and 11 lines, the new double-cross sensor enhances AF performance under a wide range of real-world shooting conditions.



There’s also a powerful new AF drive motor that reduces noise and vibration while focusing, enhancing the ‘pro’ feel of the A700.

For macro shooting and other critical applications there’s a F2.8 AF sensor that doubles AF accuracy when used with wide-aperture lenses as bright as F2.8 or brighter while improving distance metering accuracy.

The AF illuminator assists with fast, accurate autofocus in low light or with low contrast subjects.The handy AF/MF button allows instant switchover between auto and manual focus modes.

Overview of Features:
SENSOR                         : Exmor(TM) CMOS APS-C size
Effective Megapixels      :12,2
ISO setting                    : ISO 100-3200 & Expanded mode ISO 6400   
Imaging processor         : BIONZ
Image stabilisation        : Super SteadyShot 2.5-4 stop correction With all Konica Minolta and Sony α lenses
Focusing areas              : 11-point, Dual-cross and F2.8 central sensors
Continuous shooting     : 5.0 fps or 3.0 fps.
                                        JPEG STD or FINE: Unlimited RAW: 17 - cRAW
LCD                                : 3-inch Xtra Fine LCD, 921 000 dots
CONSTRUCTION             : Magnesium alloy, 100,000 (approx) shutter cycle endurance, approx. 690g

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