Sony Alpha 700 image

Sony Alpha 700

Quick information
Brand Sony 2007
Model A700
Released Year 2007
Type DSLR Cameras
Series Alpha
Color Black
Optical Zoom
  • NA
  • N/A
  • 3x
Status Discontinued
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Overview

The Sony Alpha 700 is a digital SLR camera with a 12.2-megapixel APS-C CMOS sensor delivering high-resolution images with exceptional detail.

It features a 9-point autofocus system with 3 cross sensors, providing improved focusing accuracy and speed for various shooting conditions.

The camera includes a high-contrast 2.5-inch LCD screen for clear image preview and menu navigation.

It supports continuous shooting at up to 5 frames per second, ideal for action and sports photography.

The Alpha 700 incorporates in-body image stabilization, allowing blur reduction with any attached lens.

Offers compatibility with Sony A-mount lenses and supports both JPEG and RAW image formats, allowing extensive post-processing.

Specifications

Digital Zoom
  • NA
  • N/A
Custom Bundle Yes
Device Charging Range 10-20
MPN
  • Does not aplly
  • DSLRA700.CEE5
  • DSLR-A700
  • N/A
Item Length
  • NA
  • N/A
Manufacturer Warranty
  • NA
  • N/A
Item Height
  • NA
  • N/A
Features
  • Auto Focus
  • AE/FE Lock
  • AF Lock
  • Auto Power Save
  • Built-in Flash
  • Interchangeable Lenses
  • USB
  • USB 2.0 Compatibility
  • Ae Lock
  • Brightness Control
  • Depth-Of-Field Preview Button
  • Digital Noise Reduction
  • Rgb Primary Colour Filter
  • Saturation Control
  • Contrast Control
  • Eye-Start Af System
  • Display Drightness Control
  • N/A
Item Width
  • NA
  • N/A
Maximum Aperture
  • NA
  • f/3.5
  • N/A
  • f/4
Screen Size
  • NA
  • 2.95 in
  • 3.0"in
  • 3in
  • N/A
  • 3 in
Bundle Description NA
Color Black
Battery Type
  • Lithium-Ion
  • Np-Fm500h
California Prop 65 Warning
  • NA
  • N/A
Series Sony Alpha
Type Digital SLR
Maximum Resolution
  • 12.2 MP
  • 12.2MP
Model
  • sony a700
  • sony α700
  • a700
  • A700
  • Sony A700
  • SONY a700
Optical Zoom
  • NA
  • N/A
  • 3x
Connectivity
  • NA
  • HDMI
  • USB
  • N/A
Charger Included Yes
Country/Region of Manufacture Japan
Charging Power Range NA
Item Weight
  • NA
  • 24 Oz.
  • 690GR
  • N/A
UPC
  • Does not apply
  • 4905524414974
  • N/A
Depth
  • 3.14in
  • 8cm
Width
  • 5.58in
  • 14.2cm
Height
  • 4.13in
  • 10.5cm
Screen Details
  • LCD Display-Tft Active Matrix-3"-Color
  • LCD Display-Tft Active Matrix-3"-Colour
Exposure Compensation ±3 Ev Range, in 1/2 or 1/3 Ev Steps
Light Sensitivity Iso 4000, Iso 800, Iso Auto, Iso 400, Iso 1600, Iso 200, Iso 100, Iso 3200, Iso 5000, Iso 160
Sensor Type
  • CCD, Exmor Cmos
  • Ccd
  • Exmor Cmos
Exposure Range Ev 0-20 (Iso 100)
Special Effects Sunset, Neutral, Landscape, Black & White, Light, Autumn Leaves, Sepia, Portrait, Vivid Audio, Deep, Night View, Clear
Camera Flash Features
  • Af Illuminator, Fill-In Flash, Wireless OFF!-Camera Control, Flash +/- Compensation, Flash Exposure Bracketing, Manual, Red-Eye Reduction Flash, Rear Sync Flash, Auto Flash
  • Af Illuminator
  • Flash +/- Compensation
  • Wireless Off-Camera Control
White Balance Auto, Incandescent (Preset), Tungsten (Preset), Flash (Preset), Cloudy (Preset), Shade (Preset), Fluorescent (Preset), Daylight / Sunny (Preset)
Battery Form Factor Manufacturer Specific
Focus Adjustment Manual, Automatic
Expansion Slot
  • Memory Stick PRO/Duo, 1X CompactFlash Card-Type I/II
  • 1 X Compactflash Card-Type I/Ii
  • Memory Stick Pro Duo
Operating System Supported
  • Microsoft Windows 2000, Microsoft Windows XP Professional, Mississippi Windows XP, Mississippi Windows Vista, Mississippi Windows 2000, Apple Mac Os X 10.1.3 or Later, Microsoft Windows Vista, Microsoft Windows XP Home Edition
  • Apple Macos X 10.1.3 or Later
Sensor Size 15.6x23.5mm
Max Shutter Speed 1/8000 Sec
Display Size 3in
Exposure Modes
  • Program, Aperture-Priority, Bulb, Shutter-Priority, Manual, Automatic
  • Aperture-Priority
  • Bulb
  • Shutter-Priority
  • Manual
  • Programme
Still Image Format
  • Dpof, Raw Image, Raw + JPEG, Raw, JPEG, Exif 2.21
  • Dpof
  • Raw Image
  • Raw
  • Jpeg
  • Raw + Jpeg
  • Exif 2.21
Display Rotation Built-In
Light Sensitivity Max 6400
Optical Viewfinder Type Fixed Eye-Level Pentaprism
Floppy Drive Storage None
Display Type LCD
Sensor Resolution 12.2MP
Exposure Metering Multi-Segment, SPOT, Center-Weighted
Min Shutter Speed 30 Sec
Additional Features Interchangeable Lenses, USB, Autofocus
Flash Type Flip-Up
Min Operating Temperature 0°C
Effective Flash Range 12m
Continuous Shooting Speed 5fps
Viewfinder-Field Coverage 95%
Exterior Color Black
Microphone Type None
Max Operating Temperature 40°C
Connector Types
  • 1X Hdmi Output, 1X Composite Video Output, 1X Remote Control, 1X DC Power Input, 1X USB
  • 1 X Hdmi Output
  • 1 X Remote Control
  • 1 X Composite Video Output
  • 1 X USB
Shooting Programs Sunset, Portrait Mode, Landscape, Night Portrait
Flash Modes
  • Red-Eye Reduction, Slow Synchro, Fill-In Mode, Auto Mode, OFF! Mode, Rear Curtain Sync
  • Red-Eye Reduction
  • Fill-In Mode
  • Rear Curtain Sync
  • Flash Off Mode
Dioptric Correction Range -3 to +1
Red Eye Reduction Yes
Viewfinder Magnification
  • 0.9X
  • 0.9x
Camera Type Digital SLR
Auto Focus Type
  • TTL Phase Detection
  • Ttl Phase Detection
Viewfinder Type Optical
Lens for Sd Body only
Supported Flash Memory
  • CompactFlash Card Type I, CompactFlash Card Type II, Memory Stick Duo, Memory Stick PRO, Microdrive, Memory Stick PRO/Duo, CompactFlash, Memory Stick Duo Pro, Memory Stick PRO-HG Duo
  • Memory Stick Duo
  • Microdrive
  • Memory Stick Pro-Hg Duo
  • Compactflash
  • Compactflash Card Type I
  • Memory Stick Pro Duo
EAN 4905524415049
Colour Black
Hdmi Output Yes
Battery DESCRIPTION 1 X Li-Ion Rechargeable Battery-1650mAh (Included)

Key Advantages

The Alpha 700 provides excellent image quality and low noise performance even in higher ISO settings.

Its robust magnesium alloy body ensures durability and professional handling.

The combination of fast autofocus and continuous shooting makes it ideal for capturing fast-moving subjects.

In-body stabilization increases versatility by stabilizing any compatible lens attached.

Comprehensive controls and customizable settings appeal to advanced photographers seeking manual precision.

Supports tethered shooting and has good battery life for extended photo sessions.

Limitations

Compared to newer models, the Alpha 700 has a relatively small LCD screen and lower resolution sensor by modern standards.

It lacks live view and video recording features now common in contemporary DSLRs.

The ISO performance, while good for its time, is surpassed by more recent cameras with better noise control.

Menu interface can be complex and less intuitive for beginners.

The autofocus system does not include more advanced tracking features found in newer cameras.

No HDMI output capability limits direct high-quality video output options.

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