Sony Set to Launch New Mid-Range DSLR, Shoots Up to 12fps
By Rob Scott
March 16, 2012
March 16, 2012
- Sony has announced the Alpha a57 DSLR as a replacement for its Alpha a55 intended to compete with the Nikon D5100, Canon EOS Rebel T3i and other mid-range cameras.
- “Using a 16.1MP CMOS sensor, the Alpha a57 shoots 10 frames-per-second at the full 16-megapixel resolution and 12 frames-per-second at an 8-megapixel resolution,” reports Digital Trends. “When using manual aperture control, the a57 can shoot 8 frames-per-second at the full resolution.”
- “The Alpha a57 also captures full HD 1080p video (AVCHD) at 60fps or 24fps and the camera offers object tracking to make sure moving subjects stay in focus,” notes the post. “Utilizing LCD technology, the Alpha a57 uses a 1,440,000 dot electronic viewfinder rather than a ‘through-the-lens’ optical viewfinder. The camera operator can also utilize the 3-inch, bottom-hinged LCD screen on the back of the a57.”
- The interchangeable lens camera will be available by April for $700 (body only). Sony also plans to offer the SLT-A57K, an $800 version that includes a 18-55mm zoom lens.
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