Sony Alpha DSLR-A700
Camera summary
The Sony Alpha DSLR-A700, made by Sony, is a powerful Mid-size SLR camera. Announced on Dec. 19, 2007.
See full specifications| Feature | Score |
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| Autofocus specs |
2.3 out of 5 stars
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| Connectivity |
3.3 out of 5 stars
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| Exposure mode |
0.0 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 |
2.0 out of 5 stars
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Predecessor
This camera builds on the success of its predecessor, the Sony Alpha 7, with advanced features and improved performance.
Compare this camera to the Sony Alpha 7
Successor
This camera has now been superseeded by the Sony SLT-A77, which has more advanced features and characteristics, it would also be easier to get, especially new. Take that into account.
Aside from that, consider that you may probably need to update your camera soon and finding accesories could be more difficult compared to its successor. Of course you can expect a lower price for this camera as a compensation.
Compare this camera to its successor Sony SLT-A77
Sensor
This camera has a CMOS sensor with a 12 Megapixels resolution.
Focus points
This camera has 11 focus points.
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.
Environmental sealing
This camera offers enviromental sealing keeping it protected and safe from environmental damage.
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 | No |
| Af live view | No |
| 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 | 11 |
Connectivity |
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| HDMI | Yes |
| USB | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) |
| Wireless connectivity | - |
| DXO color depth | 22.3 |
| DXO dynamic range | 11.9 |
| DXO low light ISO | 581.0 |
| DXO overall score | 66.0 |
Exposure mode |
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| AF area | No |
| average | No |
| Center weighted | No |
| Multi segment | No |
| partial | No |
| spot | No |
General |
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| AKA | - |
| announced | Dec. 19, 2007 |
| Body type | Mid-size SLR |
| brand | Sony |
| msrp | $725.95 |
| model | Sony Alpha DSLR-A700 |
| predecessor model | Konica Minolta 7D |
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 | 2 |
| Storage type | Compact Flash (Type I or II), Memory Stick Duo / Pro Duo |
| 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, Fill-in, Red-Eye reduction, Slow Sync, rear curtain, Off |
| Flash range | 12.00 m |
| Image stabilization | Yes |
| Manual exposure mode | Yes |
| Max continuous shooting | 5.0 fps |
| Max mechanical shutter speed | 1/8000s |
| Minimum shutter speed | 30 |
| Shutter priority | Yes |
| WB bracketing | No |
Physical |
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| Battery life | 0 shots |
| Battery model | NP-FM500H |
| Battery type | Battery Pack |
| Crush proof | No |
| Dust proof | No |
| Environmental sealing | Yes |
| Freeze proof | No |
| Physical dimensions | 142 x 105 x 80mm |
| Shock proof | No |
| Water proof | No |
| Weight | 768 grs |
Screen |
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| Live view | No |
| Screen resolution | 920 |
| Screen size | - |
| Screen type | Fixed Type |
| Touch screen | No |
Sensor |
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| Max boosted ISO | - |
| Max image resolution | 4272 x 2848 |
| Max native ISO | 6400 |
| Min native ISO | 100 |
| RAW support | Yes |
| Sensor area | - |
| Sensor dimensions | 23.5 x 15.6 mm |
| Sensor resolution | 12 |
| Sensor size | APS-C |
| Sensor type | CMOS |
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 (pentaprism) |
| viewfinder coverage | - |
| viewfinder magnification | - |
| viewfinder resolution | no electronic viewfinder |