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In this post, Steve Berardi from PhotoNaturalist discusses eight tips for photographing wildflowers.
To get the softly diffused light in this photo, I waited for an overcast sky. (Photo by Steve Berardi)
With spring on the horizon in some parts of the world, you may be thinking about photographing some beautiful wildflowers soon. So, here are 8 tips to get you started:
Using a tripod will help you get sharper photos by ensuring your camera doesn?t move. But, the tripod helps in another way too: it forces you to be more careful about your composition.
When you handhold your camera, there?s a tendency to just snap away, but when you add the tripod, you?ll spend more time thinking about your composition and ensuring your camera is in a very precise position.
Direct sunlight will cast harsh shadows and create bright highlights on wildflowers, causing a disaster for exposure.
So, the best time to photograph wildflowers is on an overcast day, because the clouds act as the perfect light diffuser: creating the most perfectly balanced light you can get.
If you can?t wait for an overcast day, cloudy days are good too: just wait for a cloud to cover the sun before taking your shot.
With every photo, you only get one geometrical plane of complete sharpness. So, to maximize sharpness in your wildflower photos, make sure your sensor is parallel to the flower?s most important plane, and carefully focus your lens on this plane.
To maximize sharpness in this photo, I carefully positioned my camera so the sensor was parallel to the flower?s petals. (Photo by Steve Berardi)
The most annoying problem you?ll face when photographing wildflowers is battling the wind. So, to help freeze the action of wildflowers (which never seem to sit completely still!), use a fast shutter of at least 1/200 sec. You may need to increase your ISO to 200 or 400 to get this fast of a shutter.
When photographing wildflowers, it?s easy to focus all your attention on the beautiful flowers and forget about the background. But, a good background will help your image by drawing more attention to your subject. So, take the time to find a flower with a good background: one that?s far away (to help get it out of focus), contrasts well with the flower, and has no distracting elements.
Closely inspect each flower before photographing it, to ensure it?s not missing petals or has poor color. Some individual flowers of the same species will be more saturated in color than other individuals, so take some time to find that “perfect flower.”
A long lens will help you isolate a sharp flower against an out-of-focus background. But, make sure you use one with a short minimum focus distance (5 ft or less), to ensure you can fill the frame with the flower. You can use an extension tube to make your lens focus even closer for the smaller flowers.
When you?re outside, images on your camera?s LCD will appear much brighter than they actually are. So, to ensure you have a good exposure, rely on the RGB histogram. The histogram is a whole other topic by itself, but the basic idea is to use the histogram to ensure you?re not overexposing any of the color channels in your photo.
When photographing wildflowers (or anything in nature), it?s also important to leave no trace. That means, be careful not to step on the flowers, or disturb the ground around them (many flowers depend on the soil structure around them). And, it may be tempting to attach some kind of clip to flowers to keep from swaying in the wind, but please avoid this because it could potentially kill the flower.
So, enjoy the wildflowers, take lots of photos, but leave them just as you found them, so they can be enjoyed by the next person (or butterfly, heh) too :)
About the Author: Steve Berardi is a naturalist, photographer, and computer scientist. You can usually find him hiking in the beautiful mountains and deserts of Southern California. Read more of his articles on nature photography at the PhotoNaturalist and check out his new eBook, Digital Wildflower Photography.
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8 Tips for Photographing Wildflowers
Last update (09 March’10):
- Review by MacWorld
Ricoh GXR is an interchangeable unit camera system in which lenses are changed by using a slide-in mount system to attach camera units to the body. The camera also features Built-in flash and accessory shoe, DMI connecto and a 3.0-inch 920,000 pixels transparent LCD. The camera measures 114 x 70 x 29mm (4.5 x 2.7 x 1.1 in) and weighs 160g (5.6 oz)
MacWorld reviews the Ricoh GXR and writes;
“Ultimately, the GXR is for someone who already owns a competent SLR and wants a more portable alternative that looks and feels the part while offering picture quality that’s just as good (or very near) SLR quality. “
Rating: 4 out of 5 stars
GX Garnerings reviews the Ricoh GXR and writes;
“pricing is a concern for this organic system to grow in its market share. The drawbacks of price and the focusing speed in certain unfavourable situations for A12 aside, the GXR system is a very enjoyable system offering great ergonomics and superb (A12) to good (S10) image quality.”
Rating: N/A
TechyRadar reviews the Ricoh GXR and writes;
“The 24-72mm zoom has very good edge-to-edge sharpness and not much distortion (the camera can correct distortion internally too), and the exposure and white balance systems are up to the same high standard..”
Rating: 4 out of 5 stars
Hands-on review video by WDC;
ePhotozine reviews the Ricoh GXR and writes;
“Ricoh have made a big improvement in noise performance, even without NR software, and I’m blown away with how the large APS-C sensor handles it. But they still need to provide more white-balance options and improve WB performance.”
Rating: 4 out of 5 stars
Steve’sDigicams reviews the Ricoh GXR and writes;
“Both of the units provide outstanding image quality with good performance. With additional accessories, the GXR can become a very versatile camera that provides dSLR-like image quality in a much smaller package.”
Rating: N/A
CNET.asia reviews the Ricoh GXR and writes;
“The bottom line: Despite its lackluster focusing, we are still smittened by how the GXR operates. Also, the picture quality from the large sensor simply blows away typical point-and-shoots.”
T3 reviews the Ricoh GXR and writes;
“Although with lens attached we struggled to squeeze the GXR into a pocket, detached and transported separately we just about managed it. Given that image results are notably better than on its closest rival, the Olympus PEN E-P1,the GXR is a highly impressive gadget. It’s the closest thing yet to a DSLR in compact clothing.”
Rating: 4 out of 5 stars
Hands-on review video by DigitalRev;
GoodGearGuide reviews the Ricoh GXR and writes;
“Pro: Excellent performance in dim lighting, very clear images, fast shot-to-shot performance, modular design. Cons: The focussing of the A12 lens unit was slow and inaccurate, can’t change focus point, manually focusing is a chore”
Rating: 3.5 out of 5 stars
- Ricoh GXR Sample Photos @ Steve’sDigicams
- Ricoh GXR Sample Photos @ Dpreview
- Ricoh GXR Sample Photos @ Ricoh
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- Download Ricoh GXR Body User Manual (PDF – 6.64MB)
- Download Ricoh GR Lens A12 Manual (PDF – 220KB)
- Download Ricoh GR Lens S10Manual (PDF – 450KB)
- Download Ricoh GXR Brochure (PDF – 1.5MB)
The new Ricoh GXR is an interchangeable unit camera system in which lenses are changed by using a slide-in mount system to attach camera units to the body. The lens, image sensor, and image processing engine are integrated into the camera units so the body itself does not contain an image sensor.
With world-leading small size and low weight* enabling easy carrying, the GXR interchangeable unit camera system features a highly rigid magnesium alloy body and multiple camera units that can be changed to best fit the scene to be photographed. You can enjoy easy lens changes as well as amazing image quality and shooting flexibility. Concealing infinite possibilities in its small body, the GXR is a revolutionary camera system that pioneers a new realm of photography
Ricoh GXR Highlights
Ideal form for an interchangeable lens camera
* By integrating lens, image sensor, and image processing engine into a single optimized unit, we were able to created a compact camera with interchangeable lenses.
* The adoption of this new system has made it possible to achieve both “pocket size for go-anywhere portability” and “the highest image quality for every photographic situation and subject.”
* Since the image sensor is not exposed when lenses are changed, the camera’s structure makes it inherently difficult for dirt and dust to get inside.
* Putting image processing engines in both the body and the camera units, our focus was on achieving the highest image quality.
Elegant design
* For the exterior, we utilized die cast magnesium, which has a strong track record in the GR series, and we covered the surface with a corrosion-resistant “pear-skin” coating. The end result is a body with superior levels of durability, light weight, and feel in hand.
* Building on the operation control designs of the GR series and GX series, the GXR has several types of customizable buttons as well as the new DIRECT button, which the photographer can use to see many current settings at a glance. Sophisticated shooting settings can now be made faster than ever before.
* The directional pad, the three My Settings, the ADJ.lever, and the function buttons all contribute to the even greater operability achieved by the GXR.
* The grip form allows the GXR to be firmly held despite its small size, and the suitably yielding rubber material on the grip surface enables the camera to feel like an integral part of the hand.
Even greater power of expression
* The automatic exposure modes include program shift mode, shutter priority mode, and aperture priority mode.
* Picture settings can be customized with nine setting levels for easy creation of a diverse range of images.
* ISO3200 facilitates shooting in low light conditions.
Enhanced rapid shooting capabilities help capture fleeting shutter chances
* The Pre-AF function accelerates focusing speed by adjusting the focus to match subject movement.
* The full press snap function shoots at a preset distance for a one-push full-press of the shutter-release button.
* When shooting subjects up close, the camera automatically switches to macro mode so macro photography can now be enjoyed without having to worry about switching modes.(Auto macro setting)
High-definition 3.0-inch 920,000-dot VGA LCD picture display
* The high-resolution LCD picture display provides a wide viewing angle and high contrast. The screen has a fluorine coat to prevent soiling, a hard coat to prevent scratches, and an anti-reflection coat to give excellent visibility even outdoors in bright sunshine.
* With 100% sRGB coverage for color reproduction, the picture display vividly reproduces image colors.
Wide range of functions
* Tilt indicator utilizing an acceleration sensor.
* Three grid guides useful for framing images while shooting.
* Image flag function to enable the quick display of specific images from among those in the camera. Up to 20 images can be flagged.
* The new DIRECT screen enabling current settings to be displayed and changed.
New options enhance series expandability
* Two soft cases, one for each camera unit.
* The GXR can use the GR DIGITAL III external flash (GF-1), which can do TTL flash using auxiliary flash.
* Convenient for shooting in bright outdoor situations, the newly developed 920,000-dot- equivalent high-definition LCD viewfinder is removable and can be tilted up to 90 degrees. With a 100% field of view, it displays information in the same way as the picture display, thus enabling the photographer to shoot in a film camera style.
Overall Rating: 4.5 out of 5 stars | Latest Price Info
Overall Rating: 4.5 out of 5 stars | Latest Price Info
Last update (09 March’10):
- Added User Manual
- Review & Sample Photos @ CameraLabs
Canon EOS 550D/Rebel T2i is the successor to the EOS 500D / T1i features a 18 megapixels APS-C CMOS sensor, DIGIC 4 processor with ISO 100-6400 (Expansion to 12800), Continuous shooting at 3.7fps, Full HD movie recording with manual control and selectable frame rates, iFCL metering System with 63-zone Dual-layer Metering Sensor, Exposure compensation +/-5 stops, and a 7.7cm (3.0”) 3:2 Clear View LCD with 1,040k dots.
CameraLabs reviews the Canon EOS 550D/Rebel T2i and writes;
“In our tests, the EOS 550D / T2i delivered images which were essentially the same as those from the EOS 7D…As such it easily earns our Highly Recommended rating and in the absence of an updated equivalent from arch rival Nikon, it’ll own much of the upper entry-level DSLR sales during 2010. “
Rating: 4 out of 5 stars
CNET.au reviews the Canon EOS 550D/Rebel T2i and writes;
“While there are arguably too many megapixels for a consumer-level camera, the video capabilities of the 550D make it an ideal tool for those wanting to dabble in videography without too much of an investment in a more professional digital SLR. The camera’s still image quality is fortunately up to scratch too, making it an excellent camera for the price.”
Rating: 4 out of 5 stars
Hands-on review by PhotographyBay;
“the high ISO shots above yielded less ugly chroma noise than I expected. As a result, the T2i makes a good first impression on me.”
Rating: N/A
Hands-on review by DigitalRev;
PhotoReview.au reviews the Canon EOS 550D/Rebel T2i and writes;
“Image noise at long exposures and with flash shots was similar to the results we obtained with the EOS 7D. Test shots were almost noise-free up to ISO 6400, after which noise became visible in long exposures. Flash exposures were almost noise-free, although some noise could be seen at ISO 12,800 and shots taken at this setting were slightly soft, even without noise-reduction processing.”
Rating: 4.5 out of 5 stars
ePhotozine hands-on review;
PhotoRadar hands-on review;
APMag hands-on review;
Canon EOS 550D walkthrough video;
- Canon EOS 550D/Rebel T2i Sample Photos @ CameraLabs
- Canon EOS 550D/Rebel T2i Sample Photos @ Dpreview
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- Download Canon EOS 550D/Rebel T2i User Manual (PDF – 11.2MB)
London, 8th February 2010 – Canon today announces a groundbreaking new addition to its expanding, world-famous EOS range of Digital SLR cameras – the EOS 550D.
The EOS 550D redefines the boundaries of Canon’s consumer DSLR range, incorporating technologies and features more commonly found in semi-professional DSLRs into the compact, lightweight body favoured by consumers. With a newly-developed 18 Megapixel (MP) APS-C CMOS sensor, coupled with Canon’s advanced DIGIC 4 image processor and the ability to shoot Full HD movies, photography enthusiasts are empowered to explore new levels of creativity.
Creative control with no compromise on quality
The EOS 550D makes Canon’s powerful imaging technology more accessible to consumers. Canon’s advanced DIGIC 4 image processor and 18MP sensor support standard ISO settings of 100 – 6400 (expandable to 12800), while enhanced in-camera noise reduction technology boosts performance in low light conditions. The system’s 14-bit image processing also produces smoother tonal gradation and natural looking colours for high quality prints and on-screen display.
For swift and accurate focusing, the EOS 550D features a 9-point AF system with one extra-sensitive cross–type point at the centre for f/2.8 or faster lenses. The EOS 550D also supports high-speed, continuous shooting at 3.7 frames per second (fps). These features provide users with the opportunity to exert greater control over their images, allowing them to capture split-second moments with ease and accuracy.
Continuing Canon’s tradition of filtering new technology and features down from its advanced and professional DSLR ranges, the EOS 550D includes the iFCL metering system first launched in the EOS 7D. New for EOS is the ability to set the top limit for automatic ISO, allowing users to control the maximum amount of noise in their images. In a first for entry level EOS, exposure compensation and bracketing can be set up to plus or minus five and two stops respectively, allowing the photographer to take a number of differently exposed versions of the same shot to ensure they capture a well-exposed image, even in difficult lighting conditions.
“Digital SLR photography has captured the imagination of consumers globally,” said Kieran Magee, Director of Product Planning, Consumer Products, Canon Europe. “Every year, more and more individuals are looking to record key life events with unrivalled quality or to test and explore their creativity. The EOS 550D redefines the entry level DSLR category, putting technologies and features previously the preserve of the professional into the hands of the consumer – allowing them to achieve outstanding results. With the EOS 550D, consumers are free to explore the limits of their own creative vision.”
EOS Movies: Full HD video with creative control
As the ability to record Full HD video becomes increasingly important, Canon continues to deliver DSLR technology that sets the industry benchmark for multimedia functionality. The EOS 550D records video in full 1920×1080p HD resolution, allowing photographers to select the frame rate preferred from 30, 25 and 24fps, as well as offering 720p video at 60 and 50fps. The EOS 550D also includes a 3.5mm stereo microphone socket, enabling the use of an external microphone when capturing video.
Photographers can also take manual control over exposure settings, changing the depth of field and degree of motion blur to shoot more creatively. To provide the best possible video quality, highlight tone priority (HTP) can be set independently for movie capture, without changing any still image capture settings. In situations where the subject is further away, the EOS 550D Movie Crop function records with the central 640×480 pixel area of the sensor, creating an effective magnification of approximately seven times. The EOS 550D is the first in the EOS range to feature Movie Crop and gives consumers more flexibility to capture important moments which would otherwise be too far away.
A clear view of your world
The EOS 550D also allows photographers to view their images and video in unhindered clarity. A 7.7cm (3.0”) 3:2 Clear View LCD screen with 1,040k dot resolution makes it possible to see 100% of captured images with no borders. The anti-reflective, water-repellent coating also makes it easier to see the screen in bright conditions and from a variety of angles.
EOS build – Canon quality
As consumers would expect from an EOS DSLR, the EOS 550D is built to a high quality specification. It features bigger, more intuitive buttons which have been redesigned following feedback from users. Based on this feedback, the EOS 550D also features an additional button on the new, battery grip, allowing aperture settings to be changed when shooting with the camera in a vertical position, without having to reorient the body.
Share the moment with friends and family
For EOS 550D photographers, shooting great pictures and video is just a first step. Thanks to an integrated HDMI port compatible with High-Definition Multimedia Interface – Consumer Electronics Control (HDMI-CEC), video and images stored on the EOS 550D can be viewed on an HD-ready TV and controlled via the TV remote.
For users who want to transfer content wirelessly, the EOS 550D includes Eye-Fi* connected functions. The EOS 550D features a dedicated Eye-Fi section in the User Interface and it disables the automatic power-down function when an Eye-Fi card is transmitting – allowing users to transfer content easily and without interruption**.
Accessories
The EOS 550D is fully compatible with all Canon EF and EF-S lenses and EX series Speedlite flash units, including the compact Speedlite 270EX. The EOS 550D is also compatible with the new RC-6 Remote Control, allowing photographers to capture high quality stills and Full HD video without touching the camera body. The slimline infrared controller can trigger the shutter release from up to five metres away, with users able to select either immediate release or a two second delay for greater flexibility when shooting. As well as supporting EOS 550D, the RC-6 is also compatible with the EOS 450D, 500D, 7D and 5D Mark II.
CANON iMAGE GATEWAY – share your stories
Owners of the new Canon EOS 550D can join the CANON iMAGE GATEWAY, a free online facility for Canon users that makes it easy to share their photos and video. Users can take advantage of up to 2GB of personal storage space, creating enough room for hundreds of high-quality images. Mobile browsing is also supported, making it easy for friends and family to view photos on the move.
Features at a glance:
* 18 Megapixel APS-C CMOS sensor
* DIGIC 4 processor with ISO 100-6400 (Expansion to 12800)
* Continuous shooting at 3.7fps
* Full HD movie recording with manual control and selectable frame rates
* 7.7cm (3.0”) 3:2 Clear View LCD with 1,040k dots
* iFCL metering System with 63-zone Dual-layer Metering Sensor
* Quick Control screen to change shooting settings
* Exposure compensation +/-5 stops.
* Select maximum value for Auto ISO
* External Microphone socket
* Movie crop function
* Eye-Fi connected functions compatibility
Overall Rating: 4 out of 5 stars | Latest Price Info
Overall Rating: 4 out of 5 stars | Check Availability
Last updated (09 March’09):
- Review by MacWorld.uk
Sony Alpha A230 is a DSLR camera features 10.2-megapixel APS-size CCD image sensor, SAL1855 18-55mm standard zoom lens, SteadyShot INSIDE in-camera image stabilization, Eye-Start Autofocus, HDMI terminal with BRAVIA Sync compatibility, ISO 100 to ISO 3200, 9-Point AF Sensor, Up to 2.5 fps continuous shooting and a 2.7-inch (diag.) Clear Photo LCD Plus display. The camera is the smallest, lightest a-series body (July 2009) with dimensions of 5.0 x 3.8 x 2.7 (128 x 97 x 67.5 mm W/H/D, excluding protrusions) and Weight (Approx.) – 15.9 oz. (452 g without battery, memory card, accessories).
Macworld reviews the Sony Alpha A230 and writes;
” The kit lens is also impressively sharp given ideal shooting conditions, displaying minimal barrel distortion and corner softening at maximum wide angle.”
Rating: 3 out of 5 stars
Pocket-Lint reviews the Sony Alpha A230 and writes;
“The good: Good, sharp results using 18-55mm standard zoom, user friendly, realistic colours, small form factor, large-ish LCD. The bad: Plastic feel, blocky design, no Live View, grip too small to hold as comfortably or tightly as we’d have liked: Verdict: Sony’s Alpha A230 is a respectable entry in the starter DSLR canon, easy to use and capable of delivering good results with the minimum of fuss and user input “
Rating: 3.5 out of 5 stars
CameraLabs reviews the Sony Alpha A230 and writes;
“the bottom line is the A230 is simply one of the cheapest DSLRs on the market right now. Sure it doesn’t have Live View, movies or a big screen, but it does have 10 Megapixels, a friendly user interface and built-in stabilisation – not at all bad for the money.”
Rating: 4 out of 5 stars
PCW.uk reviews the Sony Alpha A230 and writes;
“Verdict: The Sony Alpha A230 offers lots of features not usually found on cheaper cameras, and gave good results. Good points: Light and portable; large, responsive buttons; on-screen help; crisp, clear result: Bad points Camera grip too small”
Rating: 4 out of 5 stars
PhotoReview.au reviews the Sony Alpha A230 and writes;
“Overall response times were mostly good for an entry-level model and autofocusing in bright light was fast and accurate. However AF speeds slowed noticeably as light levels decreased and both lenses showed a tendency to hunt in near darkness..”
Rating: 4 out of 5 stars
DSLR.uk reviews the Sony Alpha A230 and writes;
“Overall I found the A230 design visually attractive and solidly built. It is relatively simple to use, handles well, the auto-focus responded accurately and quickly and the image quality was exceptionally good; better than I would have expected from an entry level camera”
Rating: N/A
TrustedReviews reviews the Sony Alpha A230 and writes;
“Sony Alpha A230 is currently the cheapest APS-C digital SLR on the market. It is very basic, and naturally it lacks many of the in bells and whistles such as HD video and live view found on more expensive models, but nonetheless it is a nice easy-to-use camera that is more than capable of taking excellent pictures.”
Rating: 4 out of 5 stars
PhotoraphyBlog reviews the Sony Alpha A230 and writes;
” Noise is not a real problem up to ISO 800, though it does become rather noticeable at ISO 1600 in the form of blotchy chroma noise that the in-camera noise reduction cannot remove well. Loss of overall saturation is not a problem though, even at the highest setting of ISO 3200. “
Rating: 3.5 out of 5 stars
PCmag reviews the Sony Alpha A230 and writes;
” At an indoor family get-together, I was able to shoot at ISO 1600 and produce solid shots with no noticeable noise. Outdoors I mostly shot at ISO 100-400, and images were clean and clear—not as sharp as those shot with the Canon Rebel EOS XSi, but the A230 did produce good-looking images. “
Rating: 3.5 out of 5 stars
CNET reviews the Sony Alpha A230 and writes;
“The good: fast autofocus; high magnification viewfinder for its class; dual card slots; relatively simple, straightforward operation; built-in wireless flash and image stabilization; helpful SteadyShot indicator. The bad: Smallish grip; default settings produce suboptimal photos. The bottom line: The Sony Alpha DSLR-A230 is a solid entry-level dSLR that will surely have its fans, and it’s a better deal than its slightly higher-end sibling, the A330.”
ePhotozine reviews the Sony Alpha A230 and writes;
“Build quality is as good as you can expect from an entry level camera but it doesn’t ‘look’ anything less than the A380. It’s easy to fall into a trap of making it look like it’s made of cost saving materials but hurrah for Sony, they haven’t done with this..”
Rating: 3.5 out of 5 stars
Roughly as good as can be expected | Rating: 4 out of 5 stars
“…In many ways, this camera is an ideal camera for a serious hobbyist (I’m not going to go hyperbolic and say “professional,” because the limitations of this camera are the sort that wouldn’t be tolerated by a professional being pushed to the limits of digital photography. It isn’t that a professional shot can’t be taken on this camera, but that there are digital bodies that would make a professional’s life much easier than the a230 would)….” - Davis
- Sony Alpha A230 @ CameraLabs
- Sony Alpha A230 @ TrustedReviews
- Sony Alpha A230 @ PhotographyBlog
- Sony Alpha A230 Sample Photos: 1 – 2 @ ePhotozine
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General
* Camera Type : Sony ? Digital SLR camera with built-in flash and inter-changeable lenses
* Color Filter System : RGB primary color filters
* Effective Picture Resolution : Approx. 10.2 megapixels
* Imaging Sensor : APS-C size CCD sensor (23.6×15.8mm)
* Lens Mount Type : Sony ? lens, Minolta and Konica Minolta AF lens
* Pixel Gross : Approx. 10.8 megapixels
* Processor : BIONZ™ image processor
* Recording Media Type : Memory Stick PRO Duo™ media / , SD and SDHC memory card,
* Recording Mode : RAW, RAW+JPEG, Fine, Standard
* Still Actual 16:9 : L size: 3872×2176 (8.4M) M size: 2896×1632 (4.7M) S size: 1920×1088 (2.1M)
* Still Actual 3:2 : L size: 3872×2592 (10M) M size: 2896×1936 (5.6M) S size: 1920×1280 (2.5M)
LCD Display
* Brightness Control : Selectable in 5 steps
* Coverage : 100% (Playback)
* Type : 2.7” TFT Clear Photo LCD (230,400 pixels)
Flash
* Flash Compensation : ±2EV (in 0.3-stop increments)
* Flash Coverage : 18mm in focal-length of lens attached
* Flash Metering System : ADI flash (automatic change for Pre-flash TTL)
* Guide Number : 10 (in meters at ISO100)
* Modes : Auto, Fill-flash, Red-eye reduction, Rear sync, Slow sync, Hi-speed sync*., Wireless
* Recycling Time : Approx. 4 sec.
* Type : Auto Pop-up
Inputs and Outputs
* HD Output : HDMI
* Memory Card Slot : Dual memory card slot: Memory Stick PRO Duo™ media SD and SDHC memory card
* Tripod Mount : Yes, 1/4″-20
* USB Port(s) : USB2.0 Hi-speed (mass-storage, PTP)
Control
* AF modes : Single-shot AF, Automatic AF, Continuous AF, (AF/MF selectable)
* Drive Mode : Single-shot, Continuous, Self-timer, Self-timer Continuous, Bracketing, Remote Commander
* Exposure Compensation : ±2EV (in 0.3 EV steps)
* Exposure settings : Auto, Auto Flash Off, Program Auto (P), Aperture priority (A), Shutter priority (S), Manual (M)
* Focus Area : Wide (Up to 3 active focus points glow), Spot, Local (9 local areas selectable)
* Focus Features : Predictive control, Focus lock, Eye-start AF, AF illuminator (Built-in flash, Range: approx. 1-5m)
* Focus Points : 9 points
* Focus Sensitivity : EV0 – 18 (ISO100)
* Focus System : TTL phase detection system
* ISO : Auto, 100 to 3200 (in 1 EV steps,Recommended Exposure Index)
* Metering : TTL metering w/ 40-segment honeycomb-pattern SPC
* Metering Modes : Multi-segment, Center-weighted, Spot
* Metering Sensitivity : EV1 – 20 at ISO100 with F1.4 lens, (EV3 – 20 in spot metering mode)
* White Balance : Auto, Daylight, Shade, Cloudy, Tungsten, Fluorescent, Flash, Custom
Weights and Measurements
* Dimensions (Approx.) : Approx. 128 x 97 x 67.5 mm (W/H/D, excluding protrusions)
* Weight (Approx.) : Approx.452 g (without battery, memory card, accessories)
Convenience
* Anti-dust function : Charge protection coating on low pass filter and image-sensor shift mechanism
* BRAVIA® Sync™ : Yes, via HDMI with compatible BRAVIA HDTV
* Color Mode(s) : Display color (Black, White, Brown, Pink)
* Creative Style : Standard, Vivid, Portrait, Landscape, Night view, Sunset, B/W Contrast, Saturation, Sharpness
* Scene Mode(s) : Scene selection (Portrait, Landscape, Macro, Sports, Sunset, Night portrait/Night view)
* User Interface : “Easy-to-understand Graphic Display and on-screen Help Guide User-friendly function menu”
Viewfinder
* Diopter Adjustment : -2.5 – +1.0m-1
* Eye relief : Approx. 16.5 mm from the eyepiece / 10.9 mm from the eyepiece frame at -1 diopter
* Field of View : 95%
* Focusing Screen : Spherical Acute Matte Screen
* Magnification : 0.83x (with 50mm lens at infinity)
* Type : Fixed eye-level, penta-Dach-mirror
Power
* Battery Type : NP-FH50
* Number of Shots : Approx. 510 images with viewfinder, approx. 230 images in live view mode (CIPA standard)
