Sony Camera Alpha Slt A99 Instruction Manual

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Using the software
Viewing images on a computer
Note If “PMB” (Picture Motion Browser) supplied with a camera that was purchased 
before 2011 has already been installed on the computer, “PMB” will be overwritten 
by “PlayMemories Home,” and you may be unable to use some functions of “PMB.”
Log on as Administrator.
3Remove the CD-ROM after the installation is complete.
The following software is installed and shortcut icons appear on the desktop.
“Image Data Converter”
“Remote Camera Control”...

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Others
Learning more about the camera 
(α Handbook)
“α Handbook,” which explains how to use the camera in detail, is included 
on the CD-ROM (supplied). Refer to it for in-depth instructions on the 
many functions of the camera.
For Windows users
1Turn on your computer, and insert the CD-ROM (supplied) into 
the CD-ROM drive.
2Click [Handbook].
3Click [Install].
4Start “α Handbook” from the shortcut on the desktop.
For Mac users
1Turn on your computer, and insert the CD-ROM (supplied) into 
the CD-ROM...

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Others
Checking the number of recordable 
images/recording time
Notes When “0” (the number of recordable images) flashes in yellow, the memory card is 
full. Replace the memory card with another one, or delete images in the current 
memory card (pages 43, 67).
 When “NO CARD” (the number of recordable images) flashes in yellow, it means 
no memory card has been inserted. Insert a memory card.
The table shows the approximate number of images that can be recorded on 
a memory card formatted with this...

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Checking the number of recordable images/recording time
The approximate number of images that can be recorded is as follows when 
you use the camera with the battery pack (supplied) at full capacity.
Note that the actual numbers may be less than those indicated depending on 
the conditions of use.
 The number is calculated with a battery pack at full capacity and in the 
following situation:
– At an ambient temperature of 25°C (77°F).
– Using the battery pack that is charged for an hour after the...

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Checking the number of recordable images/recording time
Others
“Memory Stick PRO Duo” (h (hour), m (minute))
Notes The recordable time of movies varies for the reason that the camera equipped with 
VBR (Variable Bit Rate) which automatically adjusts image quality depending on 
shooting scene. When you record fast-moving subject, the image is clearer but the 
recordable time is shorter because it spends much memory to record. The recordable 
time also vary depending on the shooting condition or subject...

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Checking the number of recordable images/recording time
following values indicate the continuous time from when the camera starts recording 
until the camera stops recording.)
 The duration of time available for movie recording varies with the temperature or 
condition of the camera before you start recording. If you frequently recompose or 
shoot images after the power is turned on, the temperature inside the camera rises 
and the recording time available is shorter than the values indicated in the...

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Specifications
Camera
[System]
Camera Type Interchangeable Lens Digital Camera
Lens A-mount lens*
* When a DT lens is attached, the APS-C size is 
automatically selected.
[Image sensor]
Image format 35 mm full-frame (35.8 mm×23.9 mm) CMOS image 
sensor
Total pixel number of image sensor
Approx. 24 700 000 pixels
Effective pixel number of camera
Approx. 24 300 000 pixels
[SteadyShot]
For still images System: Image sensor-shift mechanism
Effect: Approx. 2.5 EV to 4.5 EV in shutter speed...

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Specifications
Frame coverage 100%
Magnification 0.71 × with 50 mm lens at infinity, –1 m–1 (diopter)
Eye Point Approximately 27 mm from the eyepiece, 22 mm from 
the eyepiece frame at –1 m
–1
Diopter Adjustment –4.0 m–1 to +3.0 m–1 (diopter)
[LCD monitor]
LCD panel 7.5 cm (3.0 type) TFT drive
Total number of dots 1 228 800 dots
[Exposure control]
Metering Cell “Exmor” CMOS sensor
Metering method 1 200-zone evaluative metering
Metering Range –2 EV to +17 EV (at ISO 100 equivalent with F1.4 
lens)
ISO...

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Specifications
Others
The maximum number of continuous shots (when using “Memory Stick PRO-HG 
Duo” media)
In Tele-zoom Cont. Priority AE mode (approx. 
maximum 10 images per second)
Extra fine: 18 images/Fine: 22 images/Standard: 24 
images
In Continuous shooting 
Extra fine: 14 images/Fine: 18 images/Standard: 20 
images/RAW & JPEG: 11 images/RAW: 13 images
[Image zooming playback]
Scaling  range Image size: L: Approx. ×1.0 – ×16.7/M: Approx. ×1.0 – 
×11.8/S: Approx. ×1.0 – ×8.3
[Recording format]...

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Specifications
[Power, general]
Used battery pack Rechargeable battery pack NP-FM500H
Power consumption (during shooting)
When using the viewfinder: Approx. 4.2 W
When using the LCD screen: Approx. 3.6 W
(With the SAL2470Z lens attached, for shooting still 
images)
[Others]
Microphone Stereo
Speaker Monaural
Exif Print Compatible
PRINT Image Matching III Compatible
DPOF Compatible
Dimensions Approx. 147 mm × 111.2 mm × 78.4 mm 
(5 7/8 inches × 4 1/2 inches × 3 1/8 inches) (W/H/D, 
excluding...