Sony Alpha DSLR-A550 Digital SLR With 18-55 + 55-200MM Lens

Step up to the Sony a550. Enjoy the spectacular imagery of 14.2 megapixels with ISO 12800 sensitivity. Experience the versatility of Quick Auto Focus Live View or MF Check Live View on the tiltable 3.0-inch LCD screen. Discover the superb response of up to 7 fps of continuous shooting.

• 14.2-megapixel effective recording
• APS-C-size CMOS image sensor (23.4 x 15.6 mm)
• DT 18-55mm f/3.5-5.6 SAM Sony zoom lens (35mm equivalent focal length: 27-82.5mm)
  • 3X optical zoom (approximate)
• built-in sensor-shift SteadyShot INSIDE™ image stabilization (works with all attached lenses)
• Sony BIONZ™ image processor for accurate, low noise images and responsive shooting
• 3" high-res tilt-screen LCD (921,600 dots) with live view mode for composing shots on-screen in real-time (adjusts up to 90 degrees upward and 90 degrees downward)
• optical SLR viewfinder (with diopter adjustment)
• Eye-Start® Autofocus System begins focusing your picture as soon as you bring your eye to the viewfinder
• face detection AF fine tunes exposure and white balance for more natural skin tones (live view only)
• smile shutter automatically shoots when subject smiles (live view only)
• Quick Auto Focus live view uses a second built-in image sensor to eliminate focus delay
• Manual Focus Check mode allows accurate fine focusing when in manual focus mode (live view only)
• built-in anti-dust technology for spotless photos
• 9-point autofocus with center cross-type sensor for accurate, high-speed focusing
• auto High Dynamic Range (HDR) mode takes two exposures in rapid succession and combines them to capture increased shadow and highlight details
• Dynamic Range Optimizer
• built-in auto pop-up flash with flash compensation
• user-friendly on-screen menus with built-in help guide

• compatible with Sony Alpha, Minolta, and Konica/Minolta A-type bayonet mount autofocus lenses

Exposure Modes and Controls:

• continuous shooting mode: 5 frames per second (using viewfinder), 4 frames per second (using LCD in live mode)
  • Speed Priority mode allows shooting with viewfinder at up to 7 frames per second
• shutter speed range: 30-1/4,000 seconds
• sensitivity or ISO (film speed equivalent) range: 200-12,800
• program auto, shutter-priority, aperture-priority, manual, flash off auto, and fully automatic exposure modes
• auto exposure, flash, and white balance bracketing (3 frames for each)
• preset scene modes for accurately exposed images in various shooting environments
• flash sync at 1/160 second

File Formats and Storage:

• image storage modes: JPEG, RAW, and RAW+JPEG (Fine or Standard)
• 3:2 JPEG options (pixels): 4,592 x 3056; 3,344 x 2,224; 2,288 x 1,520
• 16:9 JPEG options (pixels): 4,592 x 2,576; 3,344 x 1,872; 2,288 x 1,280
• dual media slots accept optional Memory Stick® PRO Duo™, SD™ and high capacity SDHC™ memory cards

Connections and Dimensions:

• high-speed USB interface
• mini HDMI output for sharing images on a compatible HDTV (cable not included)
• 5-7/16"W x 4-1/8"H x 3-5/16"D (without lens)
• weight (body only): 21.1 oz.