| Image Sensor |
| Type |
Exmor R CMOS Sensor |
| Size |
1/2.3 type (7.76mm) |
| Gross Pixels |
Approx. 18.9 Mega Pixels |
| Effective Pixels |
Approx. 18.2 Mega Pixels |
| Lens |
| Lens Type |
Carl Zeiss Vario Sonnar T* |
| F Number |
2.8 - 5.6 |
| Focal Length (f=) |
4.8 - 144mm |
| Focal Length (35mm conversion) - Still Image 16:9 |
29 - 870mm |
| Focal Length (35mm conversion) - Still Image 4:3 |
27 - 810mm |
| Focal Length (35mm conversion) - Movie 16:9 |
29-870mm(Standard mode), 30-1250mm(Active mode) |
| Focal Length (35mm conversion) - Movie 4:3 |
36-1080mm(Standard mode), 37-1530mm(Active mode) |
| Focus Range (iAuto) |
W: Approx. 1cm to Infinity, T: Approx. 200cm to Infinity |
| Focus Range (Program Auto) |
W: Approx. 1cm to Infinity, T: Approx. 200cm to Infinity |
| Optical Zoom |
30x |
| Clear Image Zoom |
60x |
| Precision Digital Zoom - Still Image |
Approx. 120x |
| LCD |
| Screen Size |
3.0 (7.6 cms) |
| Number Of Dots |
921600 |
| Name |
XtraFine TruBlack |
| Brightness Setting |
5 steps |
| SHOOTING SPECS |
| Imaging Processor |
BIONZ |
| Image Stabilizer System |
Optical SteadyShot |
| Focus Mode - Multi-Point AF |
Yes |
| Focus Mode - Center-Weighted AF |
Yes |
| Focus Mode - Flexible-Spot AF |
Yes |
| Focus Mode - Manual AF |
Yes |
| Focus Mode - Flexible Spot AF (Tracking Focus) |
Yes |
| Focus Mode - Flexible Spot AF (Face Tracking Focus) |
Yes |
| Light Metering - Multi Pattern |
Yes |
| Light Metering - Center-Weighted |
Yes |
| Light Metering - Spot |
Yes |
| Exposure Compensation |
'+/- 2.0EV, 1/3EV Step |
| ISO Sensitivity Setting |
Auto / 100 / 125 / 160 / 200 / 250 / 320 / 400 / 500 / 640 / 800 / 1000 / 1250 / 1600 / 2000 / 2500 / 3200 / 4000 / 5000 / 6400 / 8000 / 10000 / 12800 |
| White Balance |
Auto / Daylight / Cloudy / Fluorescent / Incandescent / Flash / One Push, One PushSet / White Balance Sift |
| Shutter Speed |
iAuto(4(10.1 cms) - 1/4000) / Program Auto(1(2.54 cms) - 1/4000) / Shutter Priority(30(76.2 cms) - 1/4000) / Aperture Priority(8(20.32 cms) - 1/2000) / Manual(30(76.2 cms) - 1/4000) |
| Self-Timer |
Yes (10sec / 2sec / Off / Portrait 1 / Portrait 2) |
| Flash Mode |
Auto / Flash On / Flash Off / Slow Synchro / Rear Slow Synchro |
| Flash Range |
ISO Auto: 0.3 - 12.4m (W) / Approx. 2.0 - 5.9m (T), ISO3200: up to 17.5m (W) / 8.4m (T) |
| GPS |
Yes |
| Auto Macro |
Yes |
| Auto Focus Illuminator |
Auto / Off |
| Aperture |
iAuto (F2.8-F6.3) / Program Auto (F2.8-F6.3) / Manual (F2.8-F8.0) |
| Face Detection - Mode |
Auto / Off / Child Priority / Adult Priority |
| Face Detection - Face Selection |
Yes |
| Face Detection - Max. No of Detectable Faces |
8 |
| Dynamic Range Optimiser |
Standard |
| SHOOTING MODE |
| Superior Auto |
Yes |
| Intelligent Auto |
Yes |
| Easy Shooting |
Yes |
| Program Auto |
Yes |
| Movie Mode |
Yes |
| Panorama |
Yes |
| Scene Selection |
Yes |
| Picture Effect |
Yes |
| 3D |
Yes |
| Background Defocus |
Yes |
| Intelligent Sweep Panorama |
Yes |
| Scene Selection |
| Shutter Speed Priority |
Yes |
| Aperture Priority |
Yes |
| Manual Exposure |
Yes |
| High Sensitivity |
Yes |
| Night Scene |
Yes |
| Night Portrait |
Yes |
| Soft Snap |
Yes |
| Landscape |
Yes |
| Beach |
Yes |
| Snow |
Yes |
| Fireworks |
Yes |
| Advanced Sports Shooting |
Yes |
| Gourmet |
Yes |
| Pet |
Yes |
| Soft Skin |
Yes |
| Handheld Twilight |
Yes |
| Anti Motion Blur |
Yes |
| Backlight Correction HDR |
Yes |
| 3D |
| 3D Still Image |
Yes |
| Steadyshot Inside Camera Body |
Yes |
| 3D Sweep Multi-Angle |
Yes |
| Picture Effect |
| HDR Painting |
Yes |
| Rich-tone Monochrome |
Yes |
| Miniature |
Yes |
| Toy Camera |
Yes |
| Pop Colour |
Yes |
| Partial Colour |
Yes |
| Soft High-key |
Yes |
| Water Color |
Yes |
| Illustration |
Yes |
| Compatible Recording Media |
| Memory Stick Duo (Still Image / Movies) |
Yes / No |
| Memory Stick PRO Duo (Still Image / Movies) |
Yes / Yes (Mark2 only) |
| Memory Stick PRO Duo - High Speed |
Yes (No Speed Advantage) |
| Memory Stick PRO HG Duo |
Yes (No Speed Advantage) |
| SD Memory Card |
Yes |
| SDHC Memory Card |
Yes |
| SDXC Memory Card |
Yes |
| Memory Stick Micro |
Yes |
| Memory Stick Micro (Mark2) |
Yes |
| Micro SD Memory Card |
Yes |
| Micro SDHC Memory Card |
Yes |
| STILL IMAGE RECORDING |
| Stamina (Battery Life) |
450 shots / 225mins |
| 18M (4,896 X 3,672) 4:3 mode |
Yes |
| 13M (4,896 X 2,752) 16:9 mode |
Yes |
| 10M (3,648 X 2,736) 4:3 mode |
Yes |
| 5M (2,592 X 1,944) 4:3 mode |
Yes |
| 2M (1,920 X 1,080) 16:9 mode |
Yes |
| VGA (640 X 480) 4:3 mode |
Yes |
| Sweep Panorama HR (10,480 X 4,096) |
Yes |
| Sweep Panorama Wide (7,152 X 1,080 / 4,912 X 1,920) |
Yes |
| Sweep Panorama Standard (4,912 X 1,080 / 3,424 X 1,920) |
Yes |
| 3D Still Image : 18M (4,896 X 3,672) 4:3 mode |
Yes |
| 3D Still Image : 13M (4,896 X 2,752) 16:9 mode |
Yes |
| 3D Sweep Panorama: Wide (7,152 X 1,080 / 4,912 X 1,920) |
Yes |
| 3D Sweep Panorama: Standard (4,912 X 1,080 / 3,424 X 1,920) |
Yes |
| 3D Sweep Panorama: 2M (1,920 X 1,080) 16:9 mode |
Yes |
| 3D Sweep Multi Angle: 2M (1,920 X 1,080) 16:9 mode |
Yes |
| MOVIE RECORDING |
| AVCHD - 1,920 X 1,080 (28M, PS) |
Yes |
| AVCHD - 1,920 X 1,080 (24M, FX) |
Yes |
| AVCHD - 1,920 X 1,080 (17M, FH) |
Yes |
| AVCHD - 1,440 X 1,080 (9M, HQ) |
Yes |
| AVC MP4 - 1,440 X 1,080 (12M) |
Yes |
| AVC MP4 - 1,280 X 720 (6M) |
Yes |
| AVC MP4 - VGA / 640 X 480 (3M) |
Yes |
| Other Features |
| Face Detection |
Yes |
| Still Image Recording during movie |
Yes |
| Smile Shutter |
Yes |
| Grid Line |
Yes |
| In-Camera Guide |
Yes |
| Retouch - Trimming |
Yes |
| Retouch - Red-eye Correction |
Yes |
| Still Image Capture from Movie |
Yes |
| Date View |
Yes |
| Slideshow with Music |
Yes |
| 3D Viewing Mode |
Yes |
| Control for HDMI |
Yes |
| Start-up Time |
Approx. 1.1 sec. |
| Shooting Time Lag |
Approx. 0.1 sec. |
| Shutter Release Time Lag |
Approx. 0.012 sec |
| Shooting Interval |
Approx. 1.0 sec. |
| Burst Speed (Maximum) |
Approx. 10.0 fps (10 shots) |
| Burst Interval (Minimum) |
Approx. 0.1sec (10 shots) |
| Built-in Microphone |
Stereo |
| Wind Noise Reduction |
Off/On |
| Optical Zoom During Movie Recording |
30x |
| Histogram Indicator |
Yes |
| Mode Dial |
Yes |
| Photo Creativity |
Yes |
| Playback |
| Slide Show - Video Out |
HD (HDMI) |
| Slide Show - Movie |
Yes |
| Slide Show - Effects |
Simple / Nostalgic / Stylish / Active |
| Slide Show Music - No. Of Tunes |
4 |
| Download Music |
Yes |
| Automatic Image Rotation |
Yes |
| Movie |
Playback self-recorded movies |
| USB |
| USB Connection - Auto (Multi-Configuration) |
Yes |
| USB Connection - Mass Storage |
Yes |
| USB Connection - MTP |
Yes |
| Hi-Speed USB |
Yes |
| Micro USB |
Yes |
| Interface |
| Micro HDMI |
Yes |
| DC IN Terminal |
Yes |
| OPTIONAL ACCESSORY CAPABILITY |
| Tripod Receptacle |
Yes |
| POWER SOURCE |
| Supplied Battery |
NP-FH50 (Lithium ION Battery) |
| AC adaptor |
Yes |
| USB Charge |
Yes |
| Dimensions & Weight |
| Dimensions (W x H x D) |
121.6 x 86.6 x 93.3mm |
| Weight (with Battery & Memory Stick) |
Approx. 583g |
| Weight (Body Only) |
Approx. 531g |
| Supplied Accessories |
| Supplied Accessories |
Rechargeable Battery Pack NP-FH50 / AC Adaptor / Micro USB / Shoulder Strap / Lens Cap / AC Cable / Lens Cap Strap |