Sony Alpha DSLR-A290
Camera summary
The Sony Alpha DSLR-A290, made by Sony, is a powerful Compact SLR camera. Announced on June 9, 2010.
See full specifications| Feature | Score |
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| Autofocus specs |
3.2 out of 5 stars
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| Connectivity |
3.3 out of 5 stars
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| Exposure mode |
2.5 out of 5 stars
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| Photography features |
4.3 out of 5 stars
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| Physical |
0.3 out of 5 stars
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| Average Score |
2.7 out of 5 stars
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Predecessor
This camera builds on the success of its predecessor, the Sony Alpha DSLR-A230, with advanced features and improved performance.
Compare this camera to the Sony Alpha DSLR-A230
Sensor
This camera has a CCD sensor with a 14 Megapixels resolution.
Focus points
This camera has 9 focus points. AF Face detection available, ideal for portraits and selfies.
Connectivity
Built-in wireless connectivity. Support for HDMI, so you can connect it to screens, monitors or any compatible device. Support for USB, transfer files and upgrade your camera's software directly from your computer.
Battery life
The battery of this camera can last up to 290 shots per charge with the included NP-FH50 battery. Consider that this value can fluctuate and depends on the mAh of the battery (sometimes generic batteries have more mAh) and also on the usage, the amount of time you use the screen, the flash, etc.
Although this camera may have a decent battery life, its performance is not as great as the most powerful cameras. Always make sure to carry one extra battery, just in case.
Other features
This camera doesn't include a microphone port, which can be a major headache when recording video or interviews, consider it before buying it.
Autofocus specs |
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|---|---|
| Af center | No |
| Af continuous | Yes |
| Af Contrast Detection | No |
| Af Face detection | Yes |
| Af live view | Yes |
| Af multi area | Yes |
| Af phase detection | Yes |
| Af selective | Yes |
| Af single | Yes |
| Af touch | No |
| Af tracking | No |
| Number of cross focus points | - |
| Number of focus points | 9 |
Connectivity |
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| HDMI | Yes |
| USB | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) |
| Wireless connectivity | - |
| DXO color depth | 22.6 |
| DXO dynamic range | 11.5 |
| DXO low light ISO | 615.0 |
| DXO overall score | 66.0 |
Exposure mode |
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| AF area | No |
| average | No |
| Center weighted | Yes |
| Multi segment | Yes |
| partial | No |
| spot | Yes |
General |
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| AKA | - |
| announced | June 9, 2010 |
| Body type | Compact SLR |
| brand | Sony |
| msrp | $229.95 |
| model | Sony Alpha DSLR-A290 |
| predecessor model | Sony A230 |
Lense |
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| Focal length multiplier | 1.5× |
| Lens mount | Sony/Minolta Alpha |
| Manual focus | Yes |
| Macro focus range | - |
| Number of lenses | 143 |
Other features |
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| GPS | - |
| Self-timer | Yes (2 or 10 sec) |
| Storage slots | 1 |
| Storage type | Memory Stick Pro Duo/ Pro-HG Duo, SD/SDHC |
| Timelapse recording | No |
Photography features |
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| AE bracketing | No |
| Aperture priority | Yes |
| Built-in flash | Yes |
| Custom white balance | Yes |
| Exposure compensation | Yes |
| External flash | Yes |
| Flash modes | Auto, On, Off, Red-Eye, Slow Sync, High Speed Sync, Rear Curtain, Fill-in, Wireless |
| Flash range | 10.00 m (at ISO 100) |
| Image stabilization | Yes |
| Manual exposure mode | Yes |
| Max continuous shooting | 3.0 fps |
| Max mechanical shutter speed | 1/4000s |
| Minimum shutter speed | 30 |
| Shutter priority | Yes |
| WB bracketing | Yes |
Physical |
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| Battery life | 290 shots |
| Battery model | NP-FH50 |
| Battery type | Battery Pack |
| Crush proof | No |
| Dust proof | No |
| Environmental sealing | No |
| Freeze proof | No |
| Physical dimensions | 128 x 97 x 86mm |
| Shock proof | No |
| Water proof | No |
| Weight | 549 grs |
Screen |
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| Live view | No |
| Screen resolution | 230 |
| Screen size | - |
| Screen type | Fixed Type |
| Touch screen | No |
Sensor |
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| Max boosted ISO | - |
| Max image resolution | 4592 x 3056 |
| Max native ISO | 3200 |
| Min native ISO | 100 |
| RAW support | Yes |
| Sensor area | - |
| Sensor dimensions | 23.5 x 15.7 mm |
| Sensor resolution | 14 |
| Sensor size | APS-C |
| Sensor type | CCD |
Headphone port |
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| Headphone port | No |
| Max video resolution | - |
| Microphone port | No |
| Video formats | - |
| Video resolutions | - |
Viewfinder |
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| viewfinder | Optical (pentamirror) |
| viewfinder coverage | - |
| viewfinder magnification | - |
| viewfinder resolution | no electronic viewfinder |