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the power to express your creative vision Take a creative leap forward and leave convention behind. Capture decisive moments with remarkable speed and precision. Bring every incredible detail to life at 24.3 megapixel resolution. Sony a65 empowers you to express your vision like never before. • Ultra-high resolution: 24.3 megapixel Exmor™ APS HD CMOS sensor • Up to 10 fps continuous shooting with Full-time Continuous AF • AVCHD™ Ver. 2.
70-300mm F4.5-5.6 (SAL70300G), Continuous Advance Priority AE, 1/2500 sec., F5.6, ISO 800, Daylight white balance Revolutionary Translucent Mirror Technology Translucent Mirror Technology enables simultaneous focusing and image capture allowing for high continuous shooting speed at full resolution, continuous phase detection autofocusing even while shooting HD movies, and smooth, uninterrupted live-viewing on the EVF or rear monitor.
image quality stunning response and image quality 85mm F2.8 SAM (SAL85F28), Continuous Advance Priority AE, 1/4000 sec., F3.5, -1 EV, ISO 800, Daylight white balance Full-time Continuous AF Accelerated full-time continuous phasedetection 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.
Object Tracking Focus High sensitivity settings up to ISO 16000 Various advances come together in the a65 to enable swift, accurate tracking of fast-moving subjects. Once you designate your subject on the viewfinder or rear LCD, Object 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.
movies class-leading moviemaking performance Quick AF Full HD Movie Most interchangeable-lens cameras employ standard contrast-detection autofocusing when shooting movies. But the a65 delivers the superior speed and precision of full-time continuous phase-detection autofocusing even during HD movie shooting at 60p—thanks to the breakthrough advantages of Sony Translucent Mirror Technology.
Large image sensor Cinema-like creative expression is yours to enjoy thanks to large APS HD CMOS sensor dimensions. This expanded sensor area enables beautiful background defocusing effects for a cinematic sense of depth and drama. It also contributes to extremely high recording sensitivity that empowers you to effectively shoot movies in very dim lighting.
Simple Display Tru-Finder and LCD monitor the world’s first* XGA OLED viewfinder for supreme comfort and ease Stunningly easy-to-see OLED viewfinder 55 Tru-Finder display The SLT-A65V includes a XGA OLED Tru-Finder™ EVF displays your scene with incredible contrast, clarity and color accuracy.
Variable information display The OLED viewfinder clearly displays detailed shooting information at high XGA resolution for quick and easy 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.
design and functions advanced functionality and performance in a compact camera Advanced-mode a design The stylish a65 embodies the same new a design concept as the higher-end a77. Its handsome body strikes a solid balance between sharp tension and smooth elegance that attracts at first glance and enhances satisfaction for years to come. Every detail from its naturally fitting grip to optimized control placement is refined to simplify operation as you peer through the viewfinder.
Quick Access controls Comfortable grip You can easily operate the camera while keeping your eyes on the scene because the controls are specially designed for swift tactile recognition. Frequently used controls are placed within natural reach of your fingers and are clearly differentiated in size and height. Main buttons are placed within easy reach of your thumb and a front-mounted control dial enables comfortable adjustment of shooting parameters.
expression sophisticated Sony imaging technology HDR Painting Soft Focus Miniature Rich-tone Monochrome Partial Color (Red) Partial Color (Yellow) Partial Color (Blue) Partial Color (Green) Pop Color Soft High-key Toy Camera High Contrast Monochrome Posterization (Color) Posterization (B/W) Enhanced Picture Effect Express your creativity with Picture Effect.
Auto HDR Multi Frame NR Hand-held Twilight High dynamic range (HDR) photography previously required considerable expertise and effort. But this amazing Auto HDR function lets you capture the expanded detail of HDR photos automatically. With one press, the a65 instantly records three frames at different exposures and composites the best details from each—in the highlights, mid-tones and shadows—to create a single image with wider dynamic range than any single exposure could possibly capture.
other features 1200-zone Evaluative Metering convenient feature-rich functionality Creative Style Creative Style settings free you to swiftly adjust the look of your photos and movies. Depending on the scene and your creative intentions, simply select any of 6 customizable settings (Standard, Vivid, Portrait, Landscape, Sunset, or Black & White) and the camera will adjust color and other image parameters accordingly.
Two-axis White Balance Built-in automatic pop-up flash High-density battery In addition to automatic white balance and a full range of white balance presets, the a65 provides a two-axis White Balance mode for even finer white balance adjustment. This mode lets you adjust white balance in the amber-blue and green-magenta directions to achieve more true-to-life color under almost any kind of light source.
interchangeable lenses the precision to empower your creativity 85mm F2.8 (SAL85F28), 1/640 sec., F3.2, ISO 100, Daylight white balance Distagon T* 24mm F2 ZA SSM (SAL24F20Z), 1/4000 sec., F2.8, ISO 100, Daylight white balance 16 DT 16-50mm F2.8 SSM (SAL1650), 1/15 sec.
Zoom lenses High-performance Sony a zoom lenses are available in wide-ranging focal lengths that provide outstanding flexibility in composing shots. Compact and lightweight, they offer professionalquality optics that maintain high image quality at all focal lengths, contribute to fast response by minimizing the need for lens changes and expand your range of shooting opportunities. APS - C DT 11-18mm F4.5-5.6 (SAL1118) APS - C APS - C APS - C DT 18-55mm F3.5-5.6 SAM (SAL1855) DT 18–250mm F3.5–6.
accessories Clip-on LCD Monitor CLM-V55 advanced accessories for specialized needs Clip this 5-inch WVGA LCD monitor atop the camera for large-screen viewing and easier, more accurate manual focusing, thanks to a sunshade and pixel magnification. • Lightweight 8.9 oz. body (250 g) (approx. without battery) • Compact (W x H x D): 5 1/8 x 3 1/2 x 13/16 in. (129 x 88.
Microphone / Monitor Finder Accessories Angle Finder FDA-A1AM Flash HVL-F60M* Clip-on LCD Monitor CLM-V55 Flash HVL-F43AM Eyepiece Cup FDA-EP11 Shotgun Microphone Lens Accessories HVL-F20AM Bracket VCT-55LH Macro Twin Flash kit HVL-MT24AM system chart Flash / Accessories Circular PL Filters VF-49CPAM / 55CPAM / 62CPAM / 67CPAM / 72CPAM / 77CPAM Stereo Microphone ECM-ALST1 ND Filters [8x] VF-49NDAM / 55NDAM / 62NDAM / 67NDAM / 72NDAM / 77NDAM Macro Light FA-MA1AM MC Protectors VF-49MPAM / 55M
Main specifications of LCD monitor Type Camera type Type Interchangeable-lens digital camera with built-in flash Total number of dots (approx.) Lens Compatibility Lens compatibility Sony A-mount lenses, operation with Minolta/Konica Minolta lenses confirmed Image sensor Type APS-C size (23.5 x 15.6 mm), Exmor™ APS HD CMOS sensor with primary color filters Number of pixels (effective) Number of pixels (total) Approx. 24.
