Sony SLT-A65VM DSLR Digital Camera with 18-135mm Lens
Sony- Product #:
- SYCD577
- Manufacturer #:
- SLTA65VM
- 24.3MP Exmor APS-C HD CMOS Sensor
- 2nd Generation Translucent Mirror
- 10 fps with Continuous Autofocus
- OLED Electronic Viewfinder
- Tilt/Swivel 3.0" LCD Screen
- Full HD 1080/60p/24p Movies
- SteadyShot INSIDE Stabilization
- Short Release Time Lag
- Built-In Flash
- Includes 18-135mm f/3.5-5.6 Zoom Lens
- Total Resolution:
- Approx. 24.7 megapixels
- Total Resolution:
- The full count of pixels on a camera's sensor.
- Effective Resolution:
- Approx. 24.3 megapixels
- Effective Resolution:
- The amount of pixels on a camera sensor that are used when an image is captured. Although sometimes smaller than the total pixel count, it is an insignificant difference.
- Screen Size:
- 3.0"
- Screen Size:
- The size of the screen listed by height and width.
- Megapixels:
- 24.3 MP
- Megapixels:
- A megapixel is one million pixels. It is commonly used to describe the resolution of digital cameras. For example, a 7.2 megapixel camera is capable of capturing roughly 7,200,000 pixels. The higher the megapixel number, the more detail the camera can capture. Therefore, the megapixel count is a significant specification to look for when buying a digital camera.
- Video Resolution:
- AVCHD: PS - 1920 x 1080/60p@28Mbps FX - 1920 x 1080/60i@24Mbps FH - 1920 x 1080/60i@17Mbps FX - 1920 x 1080/24p@24Mbps FH - 1920 x 1080/24p@17Mbps MP4: HD - 1440 x 1080/ 30p@12Mbps VGA - 640 x 480/ 30p@3Mbps
- Video Resolution:
- The measurement in height x width of a captured video file. Common sizes are VGA, 720p, and 1080p.
- Lens Type:
- Zoom
- Lens Type:
- This is the type of lens.
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Overview
Boasting 24.3-megapixel clarity and up to 10 fps, the ?65 delivers both lightning-fast speed and best-in-class resolution for professional-quality photos that will simply blow you away. Capture the fast-action shots that other cameras miss thanks to Sony's award-winning Translucent Mirror Technology, plus choose from three HD movie modessuper-smooth 60p, standard 60i or richly cinematic 24pall at Full HD 1920 x 1080 resolution4. And with the world's first OLED electronic viewfinder2, you can even see camera adjustments in real time for the best possible picture.
Spectacular 24.3MP Resolution
Capture incredibly-detailed images that make for gorgeous enlargements thanks to an impressive 24.3-megapixel sensorthe world's first among APS-C DSLR cameras. With resolution this high, each shot captures a massive amount of detail for greatly reduced noise and vibrant images that explode with clarity and richness.
High Speed Shooting
Capture up to 10 fps at full 24.3-megapixel resolution with continuous auto focus (AE locked after first frame) thanks to the power of Sony's award-winning Translucent Mirror Technology. It's perfect for snapping a unique sequence of photos or capturing the defining moment in high-speed sports photography.
World's First OLED Viewfinder
There's never been anything like the Tru-Finder OLED electronic viewfinder. Boasting 2359K dots for ultra-high resolution, images pop with richness, clarity and detail. A high contrast ratio lends superb depth, while motion blur is reduced to a minimum. You can even see the results of camera adjustments in real time through the viewfinder.
Amazing HD Movies
The choice is yours. Shoot super smooth 60p, standard 60i or cinematic 24p moviesall at Full HD 1920 x 1080 resolution4. Capture high-quality AVCHD video that looks great on your HDTV, or shoot MP4 videos to upload to the web. Plus, maintain creative control of your movies with access to shutter priority, aperture priority, manual mode and more.
Always In Focus
Experience a revolutionary breakthrough when shooting fast-moving subjects. By harnessing the power of Sony's Translucent Mirror Technology, the ?65 offers the precision of Phase Detection auto focus (AF) in all modesincluding HD Movie and Live Viewto deliver amazingly crisp HD videos and tack-sharp still photos.
Incredible Speed and Precision
Some DSLRs can shoot. Others can focus with the speed and precision of Phase Detection AF. The ?65 does both at once. Infused with the latest version of Sony's award-winning Translucent Mirror Technology, light is directed to the image sensor and Phase Detection AF sensor simultaneously for ultra-fast shooting up to 10 fps with continuous auto focus.
2nd Generation Translucent Mirror Design
Other DSLRs can shoot. Or they can focus with the speed and precision of Phase Detection AF. They cannot do both at once. Sony changes all that with the award-winning Translucent Mirror Technology system. It directs light to both the image sensor and the Phase Detection AF sensor simultaneously.
Worlds first OLED viewfinder
Theres never been anything quite like the Tru-Finder OLED electronic viewfinder. For size, speed and brightness even after sunset, this is a gem. It begins with 2359K dots for amazing resolution and high contrast ratio for incredible depth. OLED reduces motion blur to a bare minimum. You can also see the results of camera adjustments in real time with superb color and detail.
Full-time Phase Detection AF
You get fast, accurate auto focus in every modeeven HD Movie and Live Viewthanks to Sonys exclusive Translucent Mirror Technology. While Contrast Detection Auto Focus often hunts for correct focus, Phase Detection AF knows exactly where correct focus is, and goes straight for it.
Object Tracking AF
Locks onto a specified object and maintains focus even as the subject moves. Unpredictable subjects stay in focus even while zooming. You can concentrate on composition without worrying about focus.
Handheld Twilight mode
Get gorgeous shots at night without a tripod. Combines six frames into a single image for smooth, low-noise evening shots. (Recommended for still subjects.)
Sweep Panorama Mode
Capture expansive landscapes automatically. Press the shutter, sweep vertically or horizontally. The camera does the rest, continuously shooting images and stitching them together.
921K dot TruBlack LCD screen
Sony's 3.0-inch Xtra Fine LCD monitor has 921K dots for superb resolution. The TruBlack screen includes a special resin layer to suppress internal reflections, increasing contrast compared to conventional LCDs. Sunny Weather mode boosts visibility even further.
AUTO+ (Advanced Auto) mode
Get cleaner, more dynamic pictures and fewer missed shots. Unifies and simplifies Sony intelligent technologies. The camera automatically recognizes the correct scene mode.
Dynamic Range Optimizer (DRO)
Improves results with backlit subjects and recovers details hidden in shadows. Settings include Auto, Level with a choice of five operating levels and Off.
HDMI output for HD viewing
Enjoy HD movies and stunning still images on a compatible HDTV. The camera includes an HDMI output. In addition, the BRAVIA Sync system works with compatible Sony BRAVIA HDTVs enabling you to control camera playback using the television's remote.
Advanced Anti-Dust Technology
Anti-Dust Technology helps keep the CMOS sensor clean, resulting in consistently clear pictures. First a static-free coating on the sensor's low-pass filter helps repel dust. Then vibration automatically dislodges dust from the sensor.
APS-C size HD CMOS image sensor
With 19.5 times the area of the typical camcorder image sensor, APS-C makes the difference between amateur and professional-looking video, delivering an exceptional combination of high resolution, high sensitivity and gorgeous, blurred backgrounds.
Face Detection and Registration
The camera can automatically detect up to eight individual faces and adjust focus, exposure, white balance and flash to help deliver crisp, properly lit images of people. Can prioritize children or adults. Face Registration can remember friends and family members and prioritize them.
Ultra-fast up to 10 fps continuous
The translucent mirror makes it far easier to capture the decisive soccer kick or your baby at her absolute cutest. Shoots up to 10 frames per second at full-resolution 24.3 megapixels with continuous auto focus (AE locked after first frame).
HD movies with full manual control
Now you dont need to surrender control when you shoot HD movies. Enjoy the full expressive potential of Program, Shutter Priority, Aperture Priority or Manual (P/A/S/M) control in HD movie mode.
Worlds shortest release time lag
Helps ensure that the image you want is the image you get. Once auto focus occurs, release time lag is the delay between fully pressing the shutter release and when the camera actually starts taking the picture. Long lag makes it harder to capture fast-moving objects. The Sony A65 boasts the worlds shortest release time lag at only 0.05 seconds.
Multi-frame NR
Experience incredible low-light shooting without a flash. The camera captures six images in a fraction of a second. Combining the data from all six, it creates a single image with a reduction in noise equivalent to two additional steps of ISO sensitivity. Sensitivity selectable up to ISO 25600. (Recommended for still subjects.)
3D Sweep Panorama Mode
Capture vast scenic vistas and 16:9 shots in spectacular 3D. As you sweep across the panorama, the camera records separate right-eye and left-eye images that make landscapes come alive on your 3D television. Records both JPEG and MPO file formats.
Tilt/swivel LCD screen
Tilt it up or down to frame high- and low-angle shots that would otherwise be hit-or-miss. Tilt and swivel under the camera for self-portraits. Finally, the monitor folds flush to the camera with the LCD exposed for shooting or protected for travel.
ISO 16000 sensitivity
Incredibly clear low-light pictures without sacrificing detail, made possible by the low-noise Exmor APS HD CMOS image sensor and refined BIONZ image processor.
Upgraded BIONZ image processor
The brain of the camera is a Sonys BIONZ image processor substantially upgraded for the demands of 24.3 megapixel photography. Chroma noise reduction delivers high-resolution, low-noise photos even at ISO 16000. Also enables fast processing for up to 10 fps continuous shooting of data-intensive 24.3 MP images, 2D/3D Sweep Panorama modes and 6-image layering.
SteadyShot INSIDE stabilization
Image stabilization reduces blur by compensating for camera shake. Typical DSLR systems build image stabilization into selected lenses only. SteadyShot INSIDE image stabilization is built into the camera body itself. You'll reduce blur with every A Mount lens, including macro and wide-aperture standard zoom lenses.
P/A/S/M exposure modes
The camera offers a full range of controls from the beginner's AUTO+ mode to P/A/S/M: Program, Aperture Priority, Shutter Priority and Manual. On-screen prompts help you refine your skills, build your confidence and exercise greater creative control.
Slot for two media types
For cost-effective, convenient storage and sharing of your images, the camera accepts Memory Stick PRO Duo/Memory Stick PRO-HG Duo and SD/SDHC/SDXC media (Class 4 or higher recommended, sold separately).
11 Picture Effect modes
Discover innovative ways to make your images and videos pop. These include Posterization (Color, B/W), Pop Color, Retro Photo, Partial Color (Red, Green, Blue, Yellow), Soft High-key, High Contrast Monochrome, Toy Camera, Soft Focus, HDR Painting, Rich-tone Monochrome, and Miniature.
15-point Auto Focus
To maximize the value of Translucent Mirror Technology, Sony incorporates Phase Detection AF of great sophistication. 15 sensors with 3 cross sensors maximize precision for both vertical and horizontal subjects.
24.3 MP; best-in-class resolution
You get incredible detail and gorgeous enlargements thanks to an APS-C sensor with 24.3 megapixels. Its the worldss first 24.3MP APS-C DSLR.
HD Movies at 60p, 60i, or 24p
Capture spectacular HD Movies. This is the worlds first DSLR to offer a choice of super-smooth 60p, standard 60i or cinematic 24p, all at Full HD 1920x1080 resolution. AVCHD Progressive codec delivers stunning picture quality. MP4 codec offers smaller files for easier upload to the web.
Full-Time Live View in LCD or EVF
You can use both the LCD monitor and OLED Electronic Viewfinder for composing shots in Live View. Both provide a what-you-see-is-what-you-get preview of white balance, focus, depth of field, exposure and 100% framing accuracy, plus informative on-screen displays.
6-image layering
Leverages the fast BIONZ processor to capture six images in a fraction of a second, and then combine the data. The result is one incredible single image that gets a cleaner result in Multi-Frame NR mode or sharper nighttime pictures in Hand-held Twilight mode.
Auto HDR built into camera
Captures more scene dynamic range than a single exposure can handleand more range than photo film. Combines the best highlight detail from one shot, the best mid-tones from a second and the best shadow detail from a third for one incredible shot. (Recommended for still subjects.)
Shot Result Preview
See the results before you take the shot. This preview takes the guesswork out of camera settings by showing the effects of the aperture, shutter and DRO settings on the depth of field, motion and dynamic range.
Main Sensor Quick AF Live View
Combines the fast focus of Phase Detection AF with high quality Live View images right from the main sensor. This is made possible by Sony Translucent Mirror Technology. You get accurate images and 100% framing on the LCD monitor or eye-level viewfinder.
Graphic Display
Clarifies the relationship between aperture and shutter speed, as well as the effect each has on photographic results.
1200-Zone exposure metering
Reads exposure directly from the main image sensor. Choice of Multi, Center and Spot metering accommodates a full range of shooting situations.
Up to 560 Shots of battery life
Take up to 560 shots on a single charge with Sony Stamina battery power. Sony's InfoLITHIUM battery system enables you to see the percent of power remaining, so you can keep shooting in confidence.
Built-in Flash (GN12)
To help you shoot more effectively, the camera includes a built-in flash (Guide Number 12) that can also trigger a wireless accessory flash (sold separately). The integrated hot shoe enables you to expand your lighting options with a range of accessory flashes (sold separately).
Sony Exmor technology
Conventional image sensors use only a handful of analog-to-digital (A/D) converters, which can slow you down. The Exmor sensor provides more than 5,600 column-parallel A/D converters. This helps enable continuous shooting at up to 10 frames per second.
Smile Shutter technology
Captures a smile the moment it happens. Simply select the Smile Shutter mode and the camera takes the picture automatically. You can prioritize children or adults and adjust the smile sensitivity.
Great Starter DSLR
Reviewed on Tuesday, September 25, 2012
By:
This is my first DSLR and it has totally surprised me! The lens that comes in this kit is great for me, and it covers the area I need it to; close-ups to the goal line and everything in between. I'm so happy with the photos I've taken with this camera that I can hardly put it down- the photos are that good. I'm saving up for some other lenses and accessories to take my new-found passion to the next level!
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| Image Sensor | |
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| Color Filter System: | RGB primary color filters |
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| Total Resolution: | Approx. 24.7 megapixels |
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| Sensor Type: | Exmor APS HD CMOS sensor |
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| Effective Resolution: | Approx. 24.3 megapixels |
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| Display Specifications | |
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| Screen Size: | 3.0" |
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| Display Type: | Rear Screen Swivel LCD |
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| Dots: | 921,600 |
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| Detailed Specifications | |
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| Megapixels: | 24.3 MP |
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| Shutter | |
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| Shutter Type: | Electronically-controlled, vertical-traverse, focal-plane shutter |
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| System Requirements | |
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| System Requirements: | Operating System Compatibility : Windows XP SP3 (32-bit), Windows Vista SP2, Windows 7 SP1; Mac OS X (v10.3-?10.6), PMB is not compatible with Mac OS. Camera (via USB), Image Data Converter, and Image Data Lightbox software are compatible with Mac OS. |
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| Control Specifications | |
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| Color Temperature: | 2500 - 9900 k with 15-step each Magenta/Green compensation (G7 to M7), Amber/Blue (A7 to B7) |
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| Exposure Control: | AUTO,AUTO Advanced (AUTO+), Scene Selection (SCN), Sweep Panorama, 3D Sweep Panorama (3D), Continuous Advance Priority AE (10fps), Movie, Programmed AE (P), Aperture priority (A), Shutter-speed priority (S), Manual (M) |
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| A/V Mode | |
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| Video Resolution: | AVCHD: PS - 1920 x 1080/60p@28Mbps FX - 1920 x 1080/60i@24Mbps FH - 1920 x 1080/60i@17Mbps FX - 1920 x 1080/24p@24Mbps FH - 1920 x 1080/24p@17Mbps MP4: HD - 1440 x 1080/ 30p@12Mbps VGA - 640 x 480/ 30p@3Mbps |
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| Video Recording System: | NTSC color, EIA standards |
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| Physical Specifications | |
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| Dimensions: | Camera Body: 5.20 x 3.84 x 3.18" / 132.1 x 97.5 x 80.7 mm Excluding protrusions; Lens: Approx. 3.0 x 3.5" (7.62 x 8.89 cm) |
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| Weight: | Camera Body: 1.37 lb / 622 g; Lens: 14 oz (397 g) |
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| Color: | Black |
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| Flash | |
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| Built-in Flash: | Yes |
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| Flash Modes: | Auto, Fill-flash, Slow Sync., Rear Sync., Hi-speed sync., Red-eye reduction (on/off selectable for Autoflash and fill-flash mode), Wireless, Off |
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| Imaging & Exposure Control | |
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| ISO Speed: | Auto (ISO 100-1600); Selectable ISO100 - 16000 equivalent |
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| Power System | |
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| Drive Modes: | Single-shot, Continuous shooting (Hi/Lo selectable), Self-timer (10/2 sec delay selectable), Bracket (Continuous/Single/WB), Remote commander (RMT-DSLR1 Sold |
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| Continuous Shooting Speed: | Up to 10 fps |
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| Maximum Burst: | JPEG Standard (18 shots) JPEG Fine (17 shots) RAW (13 shots) RAW+JPEG (11 shots) |
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| Recording Data | |
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| File Size: | Still Image Size 16:9 : L size: 6000 x 3376 (20M) M size: 4240 x 2400 (10M) S size: 3008 x1688 (5.1M) Still Image Size 3:2 : L size: 6000 x 4000 (24M) M size: 4240 x 2832 (12M) S size: 3008 x 2000 (6M) Panorama Still Image Size : Horizontal Wide: 12,416 x |
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| Color Space: | sRGB, AdobeRGB |
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| Brand: | Sony |
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| Focusing Control | |
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| AF Points: | 15 points (3 points cross type) |
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| Focus Modes: | Single-shot AF(AF-S), Continuous AF(AF-C), Automatic AF(AF-A) selectable, Manual Focus |
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| Metering Range: | Wide (auto,15 points)/Zone/Spot/Local selectable |
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| AF Assist: | 0.46"" Xtra Fine EVF (Electronic viewfinder) (1,440,000 pixels) |
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| Camera Attributes | |
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| Sensor Size: | 23.5 X 15.6mm |
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| Focusing Screen: | Rear Screen Tilting LCD |
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| Camera Type: | Digital SLR with Interchangeable lenses |
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| Lens Mount: | Sony Alpha/ Minolta |
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| Lens | |
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| Focal Length: | 18 - 135 mm; Comparable APS-C Focal Length: 27 - 202.5 mm |
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| Lens Min. Focus Distance: | 17.72" (45 cm) |
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| Lens Filter Size: | Front: 62 mm |
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| Minimum Aperture: | f/22 - 36 |
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| Lens Magnification Factor: | 0.25x |
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| Elements / Groups: | 14/11 |
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| Lens Type: | Zoom |
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| Maximum Aperture: | f/3.5 - 5.6 |
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- UPC:
- 027242846159
Guides & Manuals
- Sony Alpha SLT-A65V Firmware Update Version 1.05 for Windows
- Correction and Notes on shooting with the viewfinder
- Sony Alpha SLT-A65V Handbook
- Sony Alpha SLT-A65V Limited Warranty (US Only)
- Sony Alpha SLT-A65V Firmware Update Version 1.5 For Mac OS X
- Sony Alpha SLT-A65V Instruction Manual
- Sony Alpha 2011 Lens and Lens Accessory Brochure and Specifications
- Sony Alpha SLT-A65V Brochure and Specifications
Sony SLT-A65VM DSLR Digital Camera with 18-135mm Lens
SLT-A65VM DSLR Digital Camera with 18-135mm Lens
18-135 mm f/ 3.5 - 5.6 Zoom Lens
NP-FM500H InfoLithium Battery (7.2V, 1650mAh)
BC-VW10A Battery Charger
Body Cap
Eyepiece Cup
Shoulder Strap
Lens Hood
Front lens Cap
Rear Lens Cap
USB Cable
CD-ROM
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