Sony α SLT-A77 + DT 18-135mm

MPN: 77M2A18135DI.YBN  |  EAN: 5013493251915  |  Model: α SLT-A77 + DT 18-135mm

Price Information

£1,220.16

as at 25 Sep 19 | 1:40 AM CET

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Choosist's Ratings

Sony α SLT-A77 + DT 18-135mm - 77M2A18135DI.YBN Performance, Usage and Feature Ratings
Use Rating
DSLR Camera
Very Good
Basic Skill Level (Video)
Outstanding
Intermediate Skill Level (Video)
Outstanding
Basic Skill Level (Photo)
Very Good
Intermediate Skill Level (Photo)
Outstanding
Advanced Skill Level (Photo)
Just Right
Astronomy Photography
Very Good
Event Videos
Outstanding
Landscape Photography
Outstanding
Everyday Life Photography
Outstanding
Home Videos
Outstanding
High FPS Videos
Outstanding
Events Photography
Very Good
Vlogging
Outstanding
Sports Photography
Outstanding
Film Making
Very Good
Underwater Photography
Outstanding
Travel
Outstanding
Wildlife Photography
Outstanding
WiFi Connectivity
Outstanding
Professional Looks
Outstanding
Regular Looks
Outstanding
Camera Body with Lens
Outstanding
Bluetooth Connectivity
Outstanding

Kind of Camera

This α SLT-A77 + DT 18-135mm DSLR offers a larger and more refined set of options for capturing those beautiful moments exactly the way you want to, compared to simpler counterparts like the compacts.

Photography Skillset

Point and shoot - If you're not quite the expert yet or you're just getting started in the world of photography, the Sony α SLT-A77 + DT 18-135mm will satisfy your needs.

For those who are passionate about photography at a casual level but are prepared to make the occasional technical adjustments, the α SLT-A77 + DT 18-135mm is a very straightforward option. At this skill level you'll be comfortable utilising features such as the 79 "Auto Focus points" that this camera comes with.

To get your photos to the quality and spec that your high standards require, your camera should provide you with sufficient controls and tools to achieve this. One example is the range of Auto Focusing Modes that is available on the camera and the α SLT-A77 + DT 18-135mm does have a good set of options that caters for photographers with high skill levels.

Video skill level

Casual videos - If the technicalities involved in altering video settings are not a priority, then this Sony device is a very good option!

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Other Video needs

If you're looking for that silky-smooth rendering of your videos, this camera has got it as its able to handle 60FPS at 1080p resolutions.

Video Scenarios

For those special occasions, this Sony camera is a great companion as you traverse the floor. It comes with an Image Stabilizer which helps maintain a steady shot while recording.

Its always great to capture moments of delight at home or while spending time with family and friends on an outing. For this, the Sony α SLT-A77 + DT 18-135mm is a great companion to have.

Self made video content - Whether its in a specialist niche or broad subject area, video content is king (or queen) these days. With an image sensor size of 23.5 x 15.6 mm (mm), this camera can deliver really good image quality in your videos. It's also got Wi-Fi so if you can still make your transfers even if you're not with your cables.

Shooting your next scene - This camera has a sensor size of 23.5 x 15.6 mm mm which plays a large roles in handling various lighting scenarios.

Photo Scenarios

Whether its a simple photo of a star constellation or advanced shot of planet trails, you'll need a camera that supports a RAW file setting and the ability change lens to suit you situation. Fortunately, the Sony α SLT-A77 + DT 18-135mm actually has both capabilities.

If you're looking to simply use your camera to point-and-shoot everyday moments with an item or person as the subject matter, then the α SLT-A77 + DT 18-135mm is an easy recommendation for this.

While taking those action shots during the day's event, you'll be aiming to keep your subject matter in sharp focus while they're in motion. The Auto Focus Tracking capability that comes with this camera helps with this.

As lots of sports happen at night or in-doors, the image sensor size plays an important role in image quality during low light conditions. In addition to its 23.5 x 15.6 mm(mm) sensor size, the Sony α SLT-A77 + DT 18-135mm, also comes with a Tracking Focus mode which is great for photos were the subject is constantly moving.

Sea-life is always breathtaking. With this camera from Sony, you can expect to produce vivid images that showcases the unique tone that are found with photographs taken underwater.

Whether on holiday or exploring new places, this camera from Sony is a great choice. Taking photos of what's around you - near and far - with the α SLT-A77 + DT 18-135mm is a breeze.

From ants to zebras, a camera for nature's mosaic needs to have a great image sensor which is why the 23.5 x 15.6 mm (mm) that comes with this model works well for this scenario. It comes with a Continuous Shooting Mode allowing you to take successive shots rapidly. 

If you've got requirements to take photos of a variety of landscapes, then the presence of multiple scene modes on a camera is helpful in order to setup quickly and start shooting. This model from Sony has got this capability making it a suitable option for your needs. In addition, this model has the ability to select what parts of your frame you would like to focus on before you take the shot.

Other considerations

With this model, you no longer need to worry about carrying cables for data transfer all the time as it comes with Wi-FI.

Style

Boasting clean lines and premium looks, the α SLT-A77 + DT 18-135mm showcases your refined taste in mobile cameras. Guaranteed to make your friends green with envy.

It looks simple, capable and doesn't stand out in any particular way.

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Technical Specifications

Sony α SLT-A77 + DT 18-135mm - 77M2A18135DI.YBN Technical Specifications
Specification Description
Design
Camera Type DSLR
Product Colour Black
Camera
Anti-dust Function Yes
Aperture Priority AE Yes
Aperture Range (F-F) 3.5-5.6
Brightness Adjustment Yes
Camera File System DCF 2.0, Exif 2.3, MPF, RAW
Image Formats Supported JPEG, RAW
Multi-shot Yes
Panorama Mode Yes
Photo Effects 1
Scene Modes Portrait, Landscape, Macro, Sports Action, Sunset, Night Portrait, Night Scene, Hand-held Twilight
Scene Modes Present Yes
Self-timer Delay 2, 10 s
Shooting Modes Aperture priority, Auto, Manual, Movie, Program, Scene, Shutter priority
Tripod Mounting Supported Yes
Twilight Yes
White Balance Auto, Daylight, Shade, Cloudy, Incandescent, Fluorescent (Warm White / Cool White / Day White / Daylight), Flash, Color Temperature (2500 to 9900K), Color Filter (G7 to M7, A7 to B7), Custom (1 / 2 / 3), Custom Set
Flash
Built-in Flash Yes
External Flash Connector Yes
Flash Exposure Compensation Yes
Flash Exposure Correction ±3EV (1/2, 1/3, 1 EV step)
Flash Guide Number 12 m
Flash Modes Hi-speed sync, Auto, Fill-in, Flash off, Manual, Pre-flash, Red-eye reduction, Slow synchronization
Flash Sync-speed 0.004 s
Shoe Mounting Point Yes
Wireless Flash Mode 1
Focusing
Auto Focus Yes
Auto Focus (AF) Lock Yes
Auto Focus (AF) Points 79
Auto Focus (AF) Points Selection 1
Auto Focusing (AF) Modes Continuous Auto Focus, Face detection, Selective Auto Focus, Single Auto Focus
Closest Focusing Distance 0.45 m
Face Detection Yes
Focus TTL
Focus Adjustment Auto/Manual
Focusing Distance 45
Manual Focus Yes
Tracking Focus 1
Light Exposure
Auto Exposure (AE) Lock Yes
ISO Sensitivity 50, 100, 25600
ISO Sensitivity (max) 25600
ISO Sensitivity (min) 50
Light Exposure Correction ±5EV (1/2; 1/3 EV step)
Light Exposure Modes AUTO (Intelligent Auto/Superior Auto), Scene Selection, Sweep Panorama, Continuous Advance Priority AE, Movie, Programmed AE, Aperture priority, Shutter-speed priority, Manual, Memory recall
Light Metering Multi-segment, Spot, Center weighted
Manual Exposure Yes
Shutter
Camera Shutter Speed 30 - 1/8000 s
Camera Shutter Type Electronic
Continuous Shooting Mode Yes
Fastest Camera Shutter Speed 1/8000 s
Shutter Priority AE Yes
Shutter Speed (photo) 30 - 1/8000 s
Slowest Camera Shutter Speed 30 s
Video
Analog Signal Format System NTSC
Camcorder Media Type Memory Stick PRO-HG Duo, Memory Stick PRO Duo, Memory Stick XC-HG Duo, SD, SDHC, SDXC
Full HD Yes
HD Type Full HD
Maximum Video Resolution 1920 x 1080 pixels
Supported Aspect Ratios 3:2, 16:9
Video Formats Supported AVCHD, MP4, MPEG4
Video Recording Yes
Video Resolutions 640 x 480, 1440 x 1080, 1920 x 1080 pixels
Audio
Audio Formats Supported AAC, AC3, MP4
Audio Noise Reduction Yes
Audio System Dolby Digital
Built-in Microphone Yes
Built-in Speaker(s) Yes
Microphone In Yes
Microphone Operation Mode Mono
Voice Recording Yes
Lens System
Filter Size 62 mm
Focal Length (35mm Film Equivalent) 27 - 202.5 mm
Focal Length Range (f-f) 18 - 135 mm
Interchangeable Lens Present 1
Lens Mount Interface Sony A
Lens Structure (elements/groups) 14/11
Maximum Aperture Number 36
Maximum Focal Length (35mm Film Equiv) 202.5 mm
Minimum Aperture Number 3.5
Minimum Focal Length (35mm Film Equiv) 27 mm
Number Of Diaphragm Blades 7
Storage
Compatible Memory Cards MS PRO Duo, MS Pro-HG Duo, MS Pro-HG Duo HX, SD, SDHC, SDXC
Display
Built-in Display Yes
Display LCD
Display Diagonal 3
Display Resolution (numeric) 1228800 pixels
Field Of View 100 %
Flip-out Screen Yes
Live View Yes
Vari-angle LCD Display Yes
Viewfinder
Diopter Adjustment (D-D) -4 - 3
Diopter Correction Yes
Electronic Viewfinder Yes
Magnification 1.09 x
Viewfinder Resolution 2359000 pixels
Viewfinder Screen Size 0.5 "
Viewfinder Type Electronic
Sensor
Image Sensor Size (W X H) 23.5 x 15.6 mm
Megapixel 24.3 MP
Sensor Format Cropped
Sensor Type CMOS
Total Megapixels 24.7 MP
Technical Details
Image Processor BIONZ
Self-timer Yes
Other Features
Stabilizer Yes
SteadyShot 1
Ports & Interfaces
DC-in Jack Yes
HDMI (Micro) Ports Quantity 1
HDMI Ports Quantity Yes
USB 2.0 (Micro USB) Ports Quantity 1
USB 2.0 Connectors 1
USB Connector Micro-USB
USB Version 2.0
Battery
Battery Life (CIPA Standard) 480 shots
Battery Technology Lithium
Battery Type InfoLITHIUM NP-FM500H
Power Source Type Battery
Networking
Data Network Not supported
Near Field Communication (NFC) Yes
Wi-Fi Yes
Wi-Fi Standards b/g/n
Packaging Content
Batteries Included Yes
Bundled Software PMB (Picture Motion Browser) v5.2, Image Data Converter SR v3.2, Image Data Lightbox SR v2.2
Cables Included USB
Weight & Dimensions
Depth 80.9 mm
Height 104.2 mm
Lens Diameter 76 mm
Lens Length 86 mm
Weight 647 g
Weight (including Battery) 726 g
Width 142.6 mm
Picture Quality
Maximum Image Resolution 6000 x 4000 pixels
Still Image Resolution(s) 12416 x 1856, 8192 x 1856, 2160 x 5536, 2160 x 3872, 6000 x 4000, 6000 x 3376, 4240 x 2832, 3008 x 2000
System Requirements
Windows Operating Systems Supported Y