Sony Alpha SLT-A99V User manual

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a99 |full-frame interchangeable lens camera
the power of full-frame

Sony’s full-frame interchangeable lens camera, the a99.
amaze yourself

The new DSC-RX1 is the world’s
first fixed lens 35mm full-frame
digital camera which offers
an uncompromising design
that focuses on intuitive,
user-friendly operation. The
camera fits in the palm of
a hand and allows users to
carry it nearly everywhere
to capture any shooting
opportunity that arises.
DSC-RX1
•
Full Frame 24 megapixel resolution
with 14-bit RAW output
•
Bright F2.0 Carl Zeiss®Sonnar T*
lens with macro capability
• World’s first fixed lens 35mm
digital camera
• Full HD 24p video with manual
control and audio input
welcome to the family
Introducing Sony’s full-frame sensor lineup.
With the introduction of the SLT-A99V, DSC-RX1 and NEX-VG900, Sony brings some of the most innovative and revolutionary
technologies to the table. Dual Phase Detection AF systems for lightning fast Tracking AF in stills and video, impeccable
image quality from one of the world’s first 35mm sensors to give you 1080/60p video and XLR adapters for the best in audio
recording are just a few of features that can be found in the new family of full-frame cameras from Sony.
The new Sony NEX-VG900
interchangeable lens Handycam®
camcorder features a 24.3 MP
full-frame 35mm sensor for high-
quality HDvideo witha truly
professionallook. Shootvideo in
Full HD 24p, 60p or 60i, and take
advantageofsuperb low-light
performance.
• World’s first 24.3 MP Exmor™full-frame
HD CMOS Sensor (As of September 11,
2012)
• Uncompressed Full 1080 HDMI®output
in 24p/60p/60i
• Includes LA-EA3 lens adaptor for full-
frame A-mount lens compatibility
• High contrast XGA OLED Tru-finder™
EVF with eye sensor
NEX-VG900
welcometothe family
Introducing Sony’s full-frame sensor lineup.
With the introduction of the a99, DSC-RX1 and NEX-VG900, Sony brings some of the most innovative and revolutionary
technologies to the table. Dual Phase Detection AF systems for lightning fast Tracking AF in stills and video, impeccable
image quality from one of the world’s first 35mm sensors to give you 1080/60p video and XLR adapters for the best in audio
recording are just a few of features that can be found in the new family of full-frame cameras from Sony.

The new Sony NEX-VG900
interchangeable lens Handycam®
camcorder features a 24.3 MP
full-frame 35mm sensor for high-
quality HDvideo witha truly
professionallook. Shootvideo in
Full HD 24p, 60p or 60i, and take
advantageofsuperb low-light
performance.
NEX-VG900
welcometothe family
Introducing Sony’s full-frame sensor lineup.
With the introduction of the a99, DSC-RX1 and NEX-VG900, Sony brings some of the most innovative and revolutionary
technologies to the table. Dual Phase Detection AF systems for lightning fast Tracking AF in stills and video, impeccable
image quality from one of the world’s first 35mm sensors to give you 1080/60p video and XLR adapters for the best in audio
recording are just a few of features that can be found in the new family of full-frame cameras from Sony.

By fully leveraging the potential of
Translucent Mirror Technology, the
35mm full-frame format and Sony's
professional broadcasting technology,
it takes a major leap forward in
quality, performance and handling
ease. Meet the future of Sony a .
16 Push the Envelope
Image Quality
20 Think Fast
Speed and Response
24 Sharpen your Focus
Translucent Mirror Technology
26 Hone your Vision
Viewfinder
30 Take Control
Intuitive Operation
32 Get Tough
Build Quality
34 Get into Motion
Video Capabilities
38 Unleash your Creativity
Creative Modes
40 Get to Know the A99
Product Tour
44 Extend your Point of View
Lens System
46 Expand your Horizons
Accessories
49 System at a Glance
Accessories
50 Explore the Possibilities
Software
51 Specifications
SLT-A99V
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“Standing on the edge of this waterfall in
Iceland, I knew I wanted to capture this
scene as a panorama. I love having
the ability to shoot dramatic imagery
with one press of a button.”
16-35mm F2.8 ZA SSM (SAL1635Z), 1/160 sec., F6.3, ISO 100

the calling
“This assignment of a lifetime made
me stop and think about the way
photography has shaped my life. It
made me appreciate how powerful
photography is.”
Sony took a major leap forward with the introduction of the new flagship
Alpha a99 interchangeable lens camera. To demonstrate the revolutionary
capabilities of the a99, Sony sent world-class photographer David McLain on
the “Assignment of a Lifetime”. David took the a99 on a trip around the world
that resulted in some of the most stunning footage and still photographs he has
ever captured. The assignment took David to Iceland, Vietnam, Spain, Paris,
Detroit and Death Valley. Each location presenting unique challenges and
opportunities that made the most of the a99’s capabilities.
Go online to see David’s short film “The Calling.”
David McLain, Sony Artisan of Imagery
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