Sony Alpha A290 digital SLR camera with DT 18-55mm f3.5-5.6 SAM and DT 55-200mm f4-5.6 SAM lenses.
Extremely light, compact, with comfortable handling and easy-to-use features.
14.2 effective megapixels - High-resolution CCD Sensor for detailed images and excellent sensitivity
BIONZ processor - Powerful processing engine for high-quality, low noise images and responsive shooting performance
Light, compact and easy to use - Light, stylish and comfortable to carry, with redesigned grip for sure handling and uncluttered button layout for simple operation
6.9cm (2.7") screen - Clear Photo LCD displays detailed, high-contrast images: with Auto Brightness Control for easy viewing, even in sunlight
Friendly Help Guide and Graphic Display - Simple on-screen guidance assures easy, intuitive operation, even for first-time DSLR users
Responsive autofocus - 9-point centre cross AF with EyeStart activation for fast, accurate focusing
SteadyShot INSIDE - Optical image stabilisation gives up to 3.5 steps anti-shake performance with α-mount lenses by Sony or Konica Minolta lenses
Smart Teleconverter - Gives additional instant magnification of 1.4x or 2x to pull distant subjects closer
High sensitivity up to ISO 3200 - Low noise imaging up to ISO 3200, plus high-ISO noise reduction for more natural-looking results, even in low light
D-Range Optimiser - Analyses image in real time, adjusting brightness and contrast for more natural, evenly exposed backlit scenes
Creative Styles - Pick from 7 selectable styles to process your image creatively: can be customised for even greater creative control
Dual anti-dust system - Reduces build-up of dust on sensor during lens exchange
HDMI output - HD connector for image display on HD TV (requires optional cable). PhotoTV HD enhances still image viewing on compatible BRAVIA
BRAVIA Sync - Allows direct control of camera playback functions via BRAVIA TV’s remote
Supplied software - Includes Image Data Converter SR; Image Data Lightbox SR; and Picture Motion Browser for easy image management
| Type | CCD Sensor |
| Effective pixels | 14.2 |
| Total pixels | 14.9 |
| Aspect Ratio | 23.5 x 15.7 (APS-C size) |
| Colour filter type | R, G, B, Primary color |
| Type | BIONZ |
| Mount | Sony Alpha / Minolta A |
| Type | TTL phase-detection system |
| AF points | 9 points with centre cross sensor |
| AF point selection | Yes (9 local areas) |
| Exposure metering | 0 - 18 EV |
| AF modes | Continuous, Single Shot, Automatic, Manual Focus |
| Predictive AF | Yes (with moving subjects in AF-A and AF-C) |
| AF lock | Yes |
| AF assist beam | Yes (with built-in flash) |
| Manual focus | Yes |
| AE lock | No |
| Exposure compensation | +/-2.0 EV, 0.3 EV step |
| AEB | 0.3 EV / 0.7 EV increments, 3 frames |
| ISO speed equiv | ISO100 - 3200 |
| Type | Electronically-controlled, vertical-traverse, focal-plane type |
| Speed | 1/4000 - 30 and bulb |
| Settings | Daylight, Shade, Cloudy, Tungsten, Fluorescent, Flash |
| Personal White balance | Yes |
| Bracketing | No |
| Viewfinder | Fixed eye-level system with roof mirror type |
| Coverage | 95% |
| Magnification | 0.83x |
| Eyepoint | Approx. 16.5mm from the eyepiece lens |
| Dioptre connection | -2.5 to +1.0 diopter |
| Depth of field preview | No |
| Monitor | 2.7 inch Clear Photo LCD |
| Brightness | Adjustable |
| Modes | Autoflash, Fill-flash, Slow sync, Rear flash sync. High Speed sync. with optional compatible accessory flash |
| Hotshoe | Yes |
| Exposure compensation | +/-2.0 EV (0.3EV steps selectable) |
| Second Curtain sync | Yes |
| External Flash | HVL-F42AM, HVL-F58 |
| Shooting modes | Standard, Vivid, Portrait, Landscape, Night view, Sunset, B/W, AdobeRGB |
| Continuous Shooting | 2.5 fps |
| 4592 x 3056 max | |
| Compression | Standard, Fine |
| Still image type | RAW, JPEG |
| Simultaneous recording | Yes |
| Pict. bridge | Yes |
| Intell. orientation sensor | Yes |
| Histogram | Yes |
| Playback zoom | Yes |
| Self Timer | 10 seconds, 2 seconds |
| Menu languages | English / French / German / Spanish / Italian / Portuguese / Dutch / Russian / Swedish / Danish / Norwegian / Finish / Polish / Czech / Hungarian |
| Connection | USB 2.0, HDMI mini |
| Type | Memory Stick PRO Duo, SD, SDHC |
| Batteries | NP-FH50 |
| Battery life | Approx. 500 images |
| Battery check | Yes |
| Lenses | Sony Alpha or Minolta A |
| Flash | HVL-F42AM, HVL-F58 |
| Remote Control | RMT-DSLR1 |
| Operating environ | 0-40 degrees |
| Dimensions | 128.1 x 97.1 x 79.6mm |
| Weight (body only) | 456g |
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