Sony SLTA57K 16.1-megapixel Alpha series digital SLR camera

Capture the Moment

Photograph like a pro with an A57 DSLR camera with included 18-55mm zoom lens. The Tru-Finder viewfinder makes adjustments easy and precise. Take pictures that are clean, clear, and amazing with translucent mirror technology. Its backed with a continuous 10 fps. Plus, Tele-zoom high speed mode shoots even faster with 12 fps and continuous AF. With an impressive 16.1 MP Exmor APS HD CMOS sensor, the resolution of photographs are fantastic. Shoot it all with the A57 DSLR from Sony.

Comparison Specifications

Lens Compatibility: Sony A-mount lens
Camera Type: Sony A-mount interchangeable lens digital camera
Lens Type: A-mount 18-55mm zoom lens
Aperture (Max/Min): f/3.5 - 5.6 / f/22 - 36
Focal Length: APS-C 35mm eqv 27mm to 82.5mm
Filter Diameter: 55mm
Lens Groups-Elements: 8 Elements, 7 groups
Minimum Focus Distance: 0.82 ft
Aperture Blade: 7 Blades (Circular aperture)
Aspheric Elements: 2

Additional Specifications

Lens Weight 7.4 oz
AF Modes: Single-shot AF, Automatic AF, Continuous AF, Manual Focus
Focus: Sensitivity: -1 EV to +18 EV (at ISO 100 equivalent)
AF Illuminator: Built-in flash, Range approx. 3' - 15'
Flash Modes: Auto, Fill-flash, Slow Sync, Rear Sync, Hi-speed sync, Red-eye reduction, Wireless
Flash coverage: 18mm (focal-length printed on the lens body)
Flash Compensation: 2EV in 0.3EV steps
Imaging Sensor: Exmor APS HD CMOS sensor (23.5 x 15.6mm)
Pixel gross: approx 16.7 megapixels
Viewfinder type: 0.46" Xtra Fine EVF (Electronic viewfinder 1.440,000 pixels)

Manufacturer Specifications

Recording Media Type: Memory Stick PRO Due/Pro-HG Due media, SD, SDHC, SDXC memory card
LCD Type: 3.0' TFT Xtra Fine LCD (921,600 pixels) with TruBlack technology
Drive Mode: Single-shot, Continuous shooting, Self-timer, Bracket Cont/Single, White Balance bracket, Remote Commander
BRAVIA Sync with HDMI compatible HDTV
Metering sensitivity: -2EV to 17EV (at ISO 100 equivalent with f/1.4 lens)
Exposure Compensation: 3.0EV 1/3EV steps
Flash Sync Speed: 1/160 seconds
HD Output: HDMI (TypeC mini)
Face Detection
Battery type: InfoLITHIUM NP-FM500H (7.4V)

Dimensional Specifications

5.25" W x 3.86" H x 3.25" D
1.36 lbs

Sony SLTA57K Warranty Details

1 year parts and labor

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