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Sony Alpha a77 II DSLR Camera

User Manual for Sony Alpha a77 II DSLR Camera Body Deluxe Kit

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• Sony Alpha a77 II DSLR Camera (Body Only) The Sony Alpha a77 II DSLR Camera is a versatile and advanced digital camera featuring a 24.3MP APS-C-sized Exmor CMOS sensor and BIONZ X image processor to produce high-resolution still images and Full HD movies with marked low-light quality and sensitivity to ISO 25600. Beyond notable imaging traits, the image processor also lends itself to continuous shooting up to 12 fps for up to 26 RAW frames. The processor and sensor combination are also significantly benefitted by the unique Translucent Mirror Technology, which effectively directs light to both the image sensor and focus sensor simultaneously. This enables the expansive 79-point AF system, which includes 15 cross-type points, to work continuously even while recording video and photographing in a continuous shooting mode.
  
  For live view monitoring, image playback, and menu navigation, both a large rear monitor and detailed electronic viewfinder are available. The 3.0" 1,228k-dot LCD screen features a three-way tilting design to facilitate easier use from both high and low angles and also incorporates WhiteMagic technology for easier viewing in bright conditions. The 0.5" 2.359k-dot Tru-Finder OLED EVF offers 100% frame coverage and a refined optical design to provide a natural viewing perspective and magnification. The dust- and moisture-sealed magnesium alloy body also houses a configurable user interface, built around several customizable buttons and control dials, for efficient and intuitive access to frequently used camera settings. Additionally, a Multi-Interface shoe is available for attaching external flashes, lights, or microphones.
  
  Built-in Wi-Fi connectivity, with support for NFC-enabled devices, is also integrated into the a77 II to support remote camera control and image sharing to linked mobile devices.
  24.3MP APS-C Exmor Sensor and BIONZ X Image Processor
  • The 24.3MP APS-C-sized Exmor APS HD CMOS sensor and BIONZ X image processor work together to produce high resolution, well-detailed imagery with minimal noise and notable low-light quality and sensitivity to ISO 25600. The sensor utilizes a gapless on-chip lens design, which fills the gaps between neighboring pixels with optimized lenses that match the angle of incidence to increase light gathering ability and produce edge-to-edge sharpness and quality. Detail reproduction technology works to increase the fine detail rendering capabilities for a more three-dimensional, realistic image quality while diffraction-reducing technology helps to enhance the optical qualities of any lens by suppressing diffraction that is common when working at smaller apertures.
    
    The BIONZ X processor also contributes to providing a wealth of speed throughout the camera system, including a top continuous shooting rate of 12 fps for up to 26 RAW frames and Full HD 1080i/p video recording in multiple frame rates.
  Translucent Mirror Technology
  • Translucent Mirror Technology is a unique design that enables the mirror to continuously direct light to both image and autofocus sensors to provide continuous phase- and contrast-detection focusing for quick and precise performance. The additional speed afforded to the camera by eliminating the need for a swinging mirror benefits many shooting features including the fast continuous shooting rate, continuous focusing when shooting movies and working in continuous shooting modes, and also allows for the use of a high resolution electronic viewfinder for eye-level live view monitoring.
  79-Point Wide-Coverage AF System
  • Complementing the imaging abilities, an equally apt phase-detection autofocus system, coupled with the Translucent Mirror Technology, provides fast and full-time continuous focusing performance to suit working in nearly any environment, even in lighting conditions as dim as -2 EV. Subject tracking is benefitted by the expansive 79 AF point array, which incorporates 15 centrally-located cross-type points for added precision in the most frequently used portion of the image frame. A centrally-located horizontal f/2.8 AF point is also incorporated within this array, and overlaps another AF point, to better support the use of large-aperture lenses. Also benefitting subject tracking, an enhanced flexible spot function utilizes eight focus points surrounding a chosen point to maintain focus on moving subjects if the main, selected point loses focus.
    
    For further refinement, a series of distinct AF modes can be selected from depending on the subject. Eye AF is a detail-oriented focusing function that can prioritize a subject's pupil and dedicate focusing performance on that for sharply-rendered portraits; Lock-on AF is a dedicated focusing method for use with moving subjects and adjusts the target frame size as the subject moves throughout the image frame; and AF Range Control permits the selection of a dedicated focusing distance range for faster performance and greater accuracy. Additionally, five-step AF Tracking Duration allows the setting of focus speed and performance based on the specific scene type and subject matter.
  Full HD Video Recording
  • Full HD 1080i/p video recording is supported at both 60 and 24 fps frame rates to produce high resolution movies with a smooth, cinematic look. Full HD videos are recorded using the high-quality AVCHD codec, while 1440 x 1080, 1280 x 720, and 640 x 480 formats are also supported in the Internet-friendly MP4 format. When recording in AVCHD, audio is recorded in the AC-3 Dolby Digital format and, instead of the built-in stereo microphone, an optional external microphone can be utilized for higher quality sound recording. Additionally, audio levels can be monitored and adjusted during recording for more exacting control.
    
    Benefitting advanced video applications, clean HDMI output is available for recording uncompressed video via an optional external recorder. Complementing full P/A/S/M exposure control, a Zebra function can be used for easier detection of exposure clipping to prevent overexposure and focus peaking is also supported for more refined manual focus accuracy. Additionally, both Quick AF and three distinct AF Tracking Duration steps can be used for acquiring and maintaining critical focus on subjects during recording.
  Built-In Wi-Fi Connectivity
  • Built-in Wi-Fi connectivity enables instant transferring of imagery to mobile devices for direct sharing online to social networking, via email, and to cloud storage sites. NFC (Near Field Communication) is also supported, which allows for one-touch connection between the camera and compatible mobile devices, with no complex set-up required. Once connected, the linked mobile device can also display a live view image on its screen and, using Smart Remote Control, remotely control the camera's shutter and zoom functions.
  XGA OLED Tru-Finder and Tilting WhiteMagic LCD Screen
  • For image monitoring and review, both a high-resolution electronic viewfinder and a rear tilting LCD monitor are incorporated into the camera's design. The XGA OLED Tru-Finder is a 0.5" 2,359k-dot EVF, which provides 100% frame coverage with a high eye point, wide viewing angle, and accurate color representation. Due to the Translucent Mirror Technology, this viewfinder can be used at all times and offers real-time monitoring of changes to exposure, Picture Effects, and focus settings.
    
    For larger-scale monitoring, a 3.0" 1,228k-dot LCD is also available and features a three-way tilting design to benefit working from high and low angles. WhiteMagic technology is utilized within the screen's design, which produces greater effective brightness for easier use in sunlit conditions.
  Body Design
  • Surrounding the imaging components is a dust- and moisture-sealed magnesium alloy body, which incorporates a large, ergonomic grip and well-placed buttons and dials about its design to offer seamless, intuitive control over camera settings. 11 different customizable buttons can be configured to control 53 assignable functions while a Memory Recall function on the mode dial can be used to recall up to three sets of distinct exposure settings. Additionally, a customizable user interface design with Quick Navi Pro is aided by the conveniently placed Fn button for quick, one-handed adjustment over frequently used camera settings. Ensuring the camera's durability, the shutter mechanism has been tested to approximately 150,000 actuations.
    
    A Multi-Interface accessory shoe has also been incorporated into the camera's design, which, aside from permitting the use of optional external flashes, also provides support for a range of accessories, including video lights and external microphones.
  Other Camera Features
  • • SteadyShot INSIDE sensor-shift type image stabilization helps to minimize the appearance of camera shake with any mounted lens when recording still images, with the results visible in both the EVF and on the rear LCD monitor. When recording video, electronic image stabilization is available to reduce camera shake.
    • An advanced 1200-zone evaluative exposure metering sensor delivers consistent and accurate results using multi-segment, center-weighted, or spot metering modes.
    • Auto Object Framing is an intelligent shooting mode that can automatically analyze the scene and subjects within it and determine an aesthetically-pleasing composition. The subsequent imagery will be cropped according to subject matter, resulting in a well-balanced composition that utilizes Face Detection and Tracking Focus to ensure high image quality and sharpness.
    • Clear Image Zoom can be used to magnify the center of scenes by 2x to effectively extend the reach of any focal length lens. This digital zoom technology uses an intelligent interpolation process to minimize the amount of image degradation in order to produce realistic, high-quality images.
    • Picture Effect modes allow you to apply creative settings and emphasize certain facets of individual images for a richer, more aesthetic picture quality. Posterization (Color/B&W), Pop Color, Retro Photo, Partial Color (R/G/B/Y), High Contrast Monochrome, Toy Camera, Soft High-Key, Soft Focus, HDR Painting, Rich-Tone Monochrome, Miniature, Watercolor, and Illustration modes are available.
    • Multi Frame NR records consecutive images at a reduced ISO sensitivity and then composites them into a single image to realize higher effective sensitivity with minimal image noise. Standard image compositing is comprised of four exposures and High image compositing utilizes 12 distinct exposures.
    • Creative Style settings provide control over how the camera processes images based on six different predetermined styles: Standard, Vivid, Portrait, Landscape, Sunset, and B&W. Within these settings, contrast, saturation, and sharpness can also be adjusted depending on personal preference.
    • Auto HDR automatically records three sequential frames of an image and composites them into a single frame to realize greater shadow and highlight detail with an extended range of mid-tones.
    • Dynamic Range Optimizer (DRO) works to improve images featuring backlit subjects or scenes with high contrast where details can be lost in the shadows or highlights. This mode can be controlled automatically or fine-tuned using five settings.
    • In-camera creation of 4K slide shows is possible for rich playback to ultra high definition televisions. An HDMI port is incorporated into the camera's design, too, to enable direct connection to HDTVs.
    • TRILUMINOS Color support is supported to produce rich, natural colors when imagery is viewed on a TRILUMINOS Display.
  UPC: 027242879850
• SanDisk 16GB Ultra UHS-I SDHC Memory Card (Class 10) Record Full HD 1080p video with this Class 10 compliant 16GB Ultra UHS-I SDHC Memory Card from SanDisk. With enhanced data read speeds of up to 80 MB/s this Ultra SDHC memory card is designed to suit the needs of compact and mid-range point and shoot cameras. You can also save and store a variety of files such as music, movies, documents and more. The writable label found on the card allows you to write down what is saved to the card while the built-in write protect switch helps to prevent accidental data loss. This card, as with most SanDisk cards, comes shock, temperature, x-ray, magnet, and waterproof to take your files with you nearly anywhere you go.
  • Class 10 performance for Full HD Video (1080p)
  • Read speeds up to 80 MB/s
  • Writable label for easy identification and organization
  • Engineered with UHS-I bus architecture
  • This SD memory card comes shock, temperature, x-ray, magnet, and waterproof proof
  UPC: 619659136451
• Ruggard Journey 34 DSLR Shoulder Bag (Black) Store, protect, and transport your compact DSLR or mirrorless camera with an attached lens, flash, related accessories, and up to two extra lenses with the lightweight, black Journey 34 DSLR Shoulder Bag from Ruggard. This handsome bag features a large flap with a quick release buckle, and double-pull zipper closure. The main compartment has four padded, touch-fastening dividers for organizing equipment. A light gray interior lining makes it easier to locate gear in low light. Under the lid is a large, zippered, mesh accessory pocket. Small accessories are easily accommodated in the front exterior zippered pocket. Inside this pocket are two slip-in pockets, two memory card pockets with touch-fastening flaps, and a zippered mesh pocket.
  
  Photographers will appreciate the neoprene water bottle/accessory pocket located on the exterior left side of the bag. On the opposite side is a strap for attaching accessories. Carry the Journey 34 Shoulder Bag by the padded top handle, or wear with the removable, adjustable, padded shoulder strap. The strap has swiveling snap-hooks that attach to metal D-rings on either side of bag. And on the back of the bag is a trolley strap that comes in handy when traveling with rolling luggage. Two strips of plastic feet on the bottom of the bag help protect it against abrasion. This well-made bag is constructed from weather-resistant polyester and ballistic nylon. UPC: 847628598584
• Watson NP-FM500H Lithium-ion Battery Pack (7.4V, 1500mAh) The Watson NP-FM500H Lithium-ion Battery Pack works with the same cameras as the Sony NP-FM500H. This replacement battery pack features a capacity of 1500mAh, 7.4V of output power and 11.1 watt-hours. Small and lightweight, lithium-ion batteries can be charged or discharged at any time without developing memory effect.
  Compatible Cameras
  • Alpha A200
  • Alpha A300
  • Alpha A350
  • Alpha A450
  • Alpha A500
  • Alpha A550
  • Alpha A700
  • Alpha A850
  • Alpha A900
  • Alpha SLT-A57
  • Alpha SLT-A58
  • Alpha SLT-A65
  • Alpha SLT-A77
  • Alpha SLT-A99
  UPC: 847628544321

• Alpha a77 II DSLR Camera (Body Only) urbaawaruxxtxdwrwzuecwf
• NP-FM500H Rechargeable InfoLithium Battery (7.2V, 1600mAh)
• BC-VM10 Battery Charger
• ALC-B55 SLR Camera Body Cap
• Shoulder Strap
• Accessory Shoe Cap
• Eyepiece Cup
• Micro-USB Cable
• Limited 1-Year Warranty

• SanDisk - 16GB Ultra UHS-I SDHC Memory Card (Class 10)

• Ruggard - Journey 34 DSLR Shoulder Bag (Black)

• Watson - NP-FM500H Lithium-ion Battery Pack (7.4V, 1500mAh)

• SquareTrade - 2 Year Drops & Spills Warranty

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• Sony Alpha a77 II DSLR Camera (Body Only)

  Lens Mount	Sony A
  Camera Format	APS-C (1.5x Crop Factor)
  Pixels	Actual: 24.7 Megapixel Effective: 24.3 Megapixel
  Maximum Resolution	6000 x 4000
  Aspect Ratio	3:2, 16:9
  Sensor Type	CMOS
  Sensor Size	23.5 x 15.6 mm
  Image File Format	JPEG, RAW
  Bit Depth	14-Bit
  Image Stabilization	Sensor-Shift

  ISO Sensitivity	Auto, 100 to 25600 (Extended: 50 to 25600)
  Shutter Speed	Electronic Front Curtain Shutter 1/8000 to 30 Seconds Bulb Mode
  Metering Method	Center-Weighted Average, Multi-Zone, Spot
  Exposure Modes	Aperture Priority, Auto, Manual, Program, Shutter Priority
  Exposure Compensation	-5 to +5 EV (1/3, 1/2 EV Steps)
  Metering Range	-2 to 17 EV
  White Balance	Auto, Cloudy, Color Temperature, Color Temperature Filter, Custom, Daylight, Flash, Fluorescent (Cool White), Fluorescent (Day White), Fluorescent (Daylight), Fluorescent (Warm White), Incandescent, Shade
  Self Timer	2/10-Second Delay

  Recording Modes	Full HD (1920 x 1080) at 23.976p/59.94i/59.94p HDV (1440 x 1080) at 29.97i HD (1280 x 720) at 29.97p SD (640 x 480) at 29.97p
  Recording Limit	Up to 29 Minutes for Full HD (1920 x 1080)
  Video Encoding	NTSC
  ISO Sensitivity	100 to 12800
  Audio Recording	Built-In Microphone (Stereo) External Microphone Input
  Audio File Format	AAC LC, AC3, Dolby Digital 2ch

  Focus Type	Auto and Manual Focus
  Focus Mode	Automatic (A), Continuous-Servo AF (C), Direct Manual Focus (DMF), Single-Servo AF (S)
  Autofocus Points	Phase Detection: 79 (15 Cross-Type)
  Autofocus Sensitivity	-2 to +18 EV

  Viewfinder Type	Electronic
  Viewfinder Size	0.5"
  Viewfinder Resolution	2,359,296 Dot
  Viewfinder Eye Point	27 mm
  Viewfinder Coverage	100%
  Viewfinder Magnification	Approx. 1.09x
  Diopter Adjustment	-4 to +3 m
  Monitor Size	3"
  Monitor Resolution	1,228,800 Dot
  Monitor Type	Articulating LCD

  Built-in Flash	Yes
  Flash Modes	Auto, Fill Flash, Hi-Speed Sync, Off, Rear Sync, Red-Eye Reduction, Slow Sync, Wireless
  Guide Number	39.37' / 12 m at ISO 100
  Maximum Sync Speed	1/250 Second
  Flash Compensation	-3 to +3 EV (1/3, 1/2 EV Steps)
  Dedicated Flash System	TTL
  External Flash Connection	Hot Shoe, PC Terminal, Proprietary, Wireless

  Memory Card Slot	1 x SD/SDHC/SDXC/Memory Stick PRO HG-Duo/Memory Stick Pro Duo/Memory Stick XC-HG Duo
  Connectivity	3.5mm Microphone, DC Input, HDMI D (Micro), USB 2.0 Micro-B, Multi Interface Terminal
  Wireless	Wi-Fi
  GPS	None

  Battery	1 x NP-FM500H Rechargeable Lithium-Ion, 7.2 VDC, 1650 mAh
  Dimensions (W x H x D)	5.6 x 4.1 x 3.2" / 142.2 x 104.1 x 81.3 mm (Excluding Protrusions)
  Weight	1.60 lb / 725.74 g (Body with Battery and Memory)

  Box Dimensions (LxWxH)	7.7 x 6.9 x 6.2"

• SanDisk 16GB Ultra UHS-I SDHC Memory Card (Class 10)

  Card Type	SDHC
  Storage Capacity	16 GB
  Bus Type	UHS-I
  Speed Class	10
  Bus Interface Speed	UHS Class I
  Data Transfer	Read Speed: 80 MB/s Maximum (Burst) Write Speed: 10 MB/s Minimum
  Durability	Magnet-Proof, Shockproof, Temperature Extremes, Waterproof, X-Ray Proof
  Operating Temperature	-13 to 185°F/ -25 to 85°C
  Storage Temperature	-40 to 185°F/ -40 to 85°C
  Built-in Write-Protect Switch	Yes

  Box Dimensions (LxWxH)	4.3 x 4.0 x 0.1"

• Ruggard Journey 34 DSLR Shoulder Bag (Black)

  Material	Exterior: Weather-resistant polyester Front Flap: Ballistic nylon Lining: Polyester D-Rings and Zipper Pulls: Metal
  Type of Closure	Zippers, quick release buckle
  Carrying/Transport Options	Padded grab handle Removable, padded shoulder strap Rear trolley strap
  Interior Dimensions	8.5 x 6.0 x 6.0" / 21.6 x 15.2 x 15.2 cm
  Exterior Dimensions	10.0 x 8.0 x 7.5" / 25.4 x 20.3 x 19.0 cm
  Weight	1.1 lb / 518.8 g

  Box Dimensions (LxWxH)	10.1 x 7.6 x 7.4"

• Watson NP-FM500H Lithium-ion Battery Pack (7.4V, 1500mAh)

  Capacity (Wh)	11.1 Wh
  Amp-Hours	1500 mAh
  Chemistry	Lithium-Ion
  Output Voltage	7.4 VDC
  Dimensions (W x H x D)	2.2 x 1.5 x 0.8" / 5.6 x 3.8 x 2.0 cm

  Box Dimensions (LxWxH)	5.4 x 3.2 x 1.0"

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