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Sony SLT-A58K a58 DSLR Digital Camera A-Mount SAL18552 Lens Bundle - Black
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Brand | Sony |
Model Name | Sony Alpha SLT-A58 |
Maximum Webcam Image Resolution | 20.4 MP |
Photo Sensor Size | APS-C |
Image Stabilization | Optical |
Max Shutter Speed | 30 seconds |
Min Shutter Speed | 1/4000 seconds |
Metering Description | Multi, Center-weighted, Spot |
Exposure Control Type | Sweep Panorama, Manual, Scene Selection, Automatic |
Form Factor | DSLR |
About this item
- 20.1 MP Exmor HD APS sensor with 5 FPS shooting
- Translucent Mirror Technology accelerates AF performance
- 1080/60i/24p Full HD or 1080/30p MP4 movies w/ Quick AF
- Lock-on AF for even easier focusing of moving subjects
- SVGA OLED True-Finder optimizes eye-level framing
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Picture quality | 5.0 | 4.6 | 4.8 | 3.8 | 4.5 | 4.6 |
Image stabilization | 4.8 | 4.9 | 4.8 | 3.8 | 4.6 | — |
Auto focus | 4.8 | 4.8 | 4.8 | — | 4.4 | 4.7 |
Value for money | — | 4.7 | 4.1 | — | 3.7 | 4.4 |
Sold By | Stauffer Industries LLC | Amazon.com | Amazon.com | Amazon.com | Amazon.com | iPro Photo |
display type | LCD | LCD | LCD | LCD | LCD | LCD |
display size | 2.7 inches | 3 inches | 3 inches | 3 inches | 3 inches | 3 inches |
lens type | Zoom | Wide Angle | Wide Angle | Telephoto | Wide Angle | Zoom |
shooting modes | High dynamic rang | Auto, Programmed, Aperture, Shutter speed, Manual, Movie | Auto, Programmed, Aperture, Shutter speed, Manual, Movie | Panorama, Automatic, Easy | Landscape; portrait mode; close-up; night portrait; food; sports mode | Single shooting, Continuous shooting (High-speed continuous shooting, low-speed continuous shooting) |
connectivity tech | HDMI, USB | HDMI, USB | HDMI, USB | wired, wireless | NFC, HDMI, USB | Bluetooth, Wi-Fi |
video resolution | FHD 1080p | 4320p | 4320p | 1080p | FHD 1080p | 4K UHD 2160p |
optical zoom | 3 multiplier x | 8 multiplier x | 8 multiplier x | 40 multiplier x | 0 multiplier x | 0 multiplier x |
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Product Description
Product Description
You get incredible detail and gorgeous enlargements. Thanks to the 20.1 megapixel APS-C sensor size and Sony Exmor APS HD CMOS technology, the camera achieves high resolution with no penalty in low-light sensitivity or sensor noise.
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Capture decisive moments like a professional with the new SLT-A58K. It unites high-end camera technology with innovative new features and user-friendly operation to enable comfortable, carefree shooting with stunningly attractive results. In fact, every curve and detail of the sophisticated, taut body has been painstakingly refined to enhance your handling ease. Whether shooting photos or HD movies, it’s easy to bring all the clear advantages of interchangeable-lens photography to your images.
Technology Images of incredible quality Get incredible detail and gorgeous enlargements. Thanks to the 20.1 megapixel APS-C sensor size and Sony Exmor® APS HD CMOS technology, the camera achieves high resolution even in low light. Ultimate speed and precision Some DSLRs can shoot while others can focus; the SLT-A58K with Translucent Mirror Technology can do both. Sony's innovative technology allows direct light to both the image sensor and the Phase Detection AF sensor simultaneously so you can shoot images and video with speed and precision. Fantastic Full HD video Record stunning high quality Full HD video in either 60i or 24p frames per second. Records in your choice of 60i/24p Blu-Ray quality AVCHD™ format1, or in PC-friendly 1080/30p MP4 format.2 Lock-on AF for even easier focusing of moving subjects Using the 15-point Auto Focus sensor and Sony’s subject recognition technologies, Object Tracking Auto Focus can maintain accurate focus on your moving subject whether you're capturing stills or shooting HD video. High ISO sensitivity, low noise With a new Exmor sensor that features the same adaptive noise reduction technology from Sony’s flagship SLT-A99V, the SLT-A58 easily offers a wide range of sensitivity from ISO 100 to ISO 16000. OLED Viewfinder The Tru-finder™ Electronic Viewfinder (EVF) is super bright and offers 1x magnification, so you can get the clearest, sharpest shot.
Product description and full feature list Explore the full range of features and options below.
The Perfect Composition
Now it’s easy to create beautiful images whether shooting people, close-ups or action. Simply photograph your subject and Auto Object Framing saves a trimmed image (in addition to original) that’s more professionally composed.
SteadyShot INSIDE™
image stabilization
Image stabilization reduces blur by compensating for camera shake. SteadyShot INSIDE™ image stabilization is built into the camera body itself. You'll reduce blur with every A-mount lens because it provides compensation equivalent to approximately 2 to 4.5 additional steps in shutter speed, allowing for more hand held opportunities in low light or longer focal lengths.
Advanced 15-point AF system
with 3 Cross-sensors
To maximize the value of Translucent Mirror Technology, Sony incorporates Phase Detection AF of great sophistication. Three cross-type sensors maximize focus precision.
Large 2.7” Tilt-able,
460K dot LCD screen
Tilt it up or down to frame high- and low-angle shots that would otherwise be hit-or-miss. Fold it flush to the camera with the LCD exposed for shooting or protected for travel.
Auto HDR built into camera
Captures more scene dynamic range than a single exposure can handle—and 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. Captures in a split second. (Recommended for still subjects.)
Picture Effects
Ordinary scenes become extraordinary photos and movies with Picture Effects. Choose from 11 modes and 15 effects that significantly increase visual impact by adjusting camera parameters and applying advanced processing techniques.
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.)
Hand-held Twilight
Get cleaner and sharper nighttime pictures—beyond the capability of traditional cameras—without using flash or a tripod. The camera captures six images in a fraction of a second. Combining the data with separate algorithms for still and moving parts of the picture reduces blur, minimizes noise and enables extraordinary detail.
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 for an astounding panoramic image.
Sony Suggested Accessories
> External Flash
HVL-F20M > External Flash/ LED Video Light
HVL-F60M > Rechargeable Battery pack
NP-FM500H > Stereo Microphone
ECM-XYST1M > Ring Light
HVL-RL1 > Large Back Pack Carrying Case
LCS-BP3 > Small Back Pack Carrying Case
LCS-BP2 > Soft Carrying Case
LCS-SC8 > Semi-hard LCD Protector Sheet
PCK-LM11
1. Play back AVCHD™ media on Blu-ray Disc™ players, PlayStation®3 systems or PC with supplied software. AVCHD media should not be used in standard DVD players because it may fail to eject disc or erase its contents without warning.
2. Records in up to 29 minutes segments.
© 2013 Sony Electronics Inc. All rights reserved. Reproduction in whole or in part without written permission is prohibited. Sony, BIONZ, Exmor, InfoLITHIUM, Sweep Panorama, Tru-Finder and the Sony make.believe logo are trademarks of Sony. AVCHD is a trademark of Panasonic Corporation and Sony Corporation. Mac OS and iMovie are trademarks of Apple Computers, Inc. HDMI is a trademark of HDMI Licensing LLC. All other trademarks are trademarks of their respective owners. Sony is not responsible for typographical and photographic errors. Features and specifications are subject to change without notice.
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Product information
Auto Focus Technology | Phase Detection, Selective single-point, Face Detection, Tracking, Multi-area, Single, Continuous, Live View |
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Display Resolution Maximum | 460000 |
Photo Sensor Size | APS-C |
Photo Sensor Technology | CMOS |
Effective Still Resolution | 20.1 MP |
Maximum Webcam Image Resolution | 20.4 MP |
White balance settings | Auto |
Self Timer Duration | 10 seconds |
JPEG quality level | Basic, Fine, Normal |
Image Stabilization | Optical |
Flash Sync Speed | 1/160_sec |
Video Capture Format | mpeg-4;h.264;avchd |
Video Capture Resolution | FHD 1080p |
Video Standard | MPEG-4, AVCHD |
Viewfinder Magnification | 1.07x |
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Viewfinder Type | Electronic |
Screen Size | 2.7 Inches |
Display Type | LCD |
Display Fixture Type | Fully articulated |
Diopter Range Description | 12 |
Model Name | Sony Alpha SLT-A58 |
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Brand | Sony |
Model Number | SLT-A58K |
Customer Reviews |
3.9 out of 5 stars |
Best Sellers Rank | #464,523 in Electronics (See Top 100 in Electronics) #1,025 in DSLR Cameras |
ASIN | B00BF9MVMK |
Number of Items | 1 |
Color | Black |
Included Components | Micro USB cable, Lens cap, Battery charger, Shoulder strap, Power cable, Body cap, SAL1855-2, Rechargeable battery, Eyepiece cup |
Age Range (Description) | Adult |
Processor Description | bionz |
Item Dimensions LxWxH | 5.08 x 3.07 x 3.74 inches |
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Item Weight | 1.08 Pounds |
Warranty & Support
Feedback
Lens Type | Zoom |
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Aperture Modes | F2.8-F5.6 |
Optical Zoom | 3 x |
Digital Zoom | 2 x |
Maximum Aperture | 1.8 Millimeters |
Autofocus Points | 15 |
Camera Lens Description | 18-55mm |
Compatible Mountings | Sony/Minolta Alpha |
Focus Type | Manual Focus |
Maximum Focal Length | 55 Millimeters |
Minimum Focal Length | 18 Millimeters |
Expanded ISO Maximum | 25600 |
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Expanded ISO Minimum | 100 |
Max Shutter Speed | 30 seconds |
Min Shutter Speed | 1/4000 seconds |
Exposure Control Type | Sweep Panorama, Manual, Scene Selection, Automatic |
Metering Description | Multi, Center-weighted, Spot |
Shooting Modes | High dynamic rang |
Batteries Required? | Yes |
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Number of Batteries | 1 Lithium Metal batteries required. (included) |
Are Batteries Included | Yes |
Rechargeable Battery Included | No |
Battery Cell Composition | Lithium Ion |
Battery Description | Rechargeable NP-FM500H battery & charger |
Battery Weight | 57 Grams |
Battery Life | 690 Photos |
Removable Memory | Memory Stick, Secure Digital Card |
Target Gender | Unisex |
Digital Scene Transition | zoom |
Audio Input | Microphone |
Connectivity Technology | USB, HDMI |
Continuous Shooting Speed | 5 |
Wireless Communication Technology | yes |
Flash Memory Type | SD/SDHC/SDXC/Memory Stick Pro Duo/ Pro-HG Duo |
Special Feature | Image Stabilization |
Water Resistance Level | Not Water Resistant |
Skill Level | Professional |
Form Factor | DSLR |
Hardware Interface | HDMI |
Audio Recording | Yes |
Photo Sensor Technology | CMOS |
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Customers like the quality, image quality, value, ease of use, and frame rate of the digital camera. They mention that its an excellent camera for the consumer, takes great pictures, and has perfectly acceptable ISO images. That said, some appreciate battery life, autofocus, and light.
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Customers are satisfied with the quality of the camera. They mention that it is an excellent camera, it takes great pictures, and is easy to use. Some customers also mention that the articulating LCD display and the great electronic viewfinder are great features. Overall, customers are happy with the results and the Live View capability.
"...a good battery life, has a built in flash as well, has the option of viewing your photo both through the digital viewfinder or digital display..." Read more
"...The zoom lens did install OK and seemed secure, but of course its front-heavy weight demands you hold onto it at all times whether shooting or..." Read more
"...update: 5/27/14camera is still awesome.. Kinda noisy at 3200 ISO, but you will find that with most of the smaller sensor cameras...." Read more
"...It is also surprisingly light. The view finder is very nice...." Read more
Customers are satisfied with the image quality of the camera. They mention that the photos are exactly what they want, it has a good grip, and perfectly acceptable ISO images at 1600. The in-camera HDR is excellent, and the user-friendly SLR kit produces beautiful results.
"...Its has the best image quality I have used apart from the Mirrorless Gf6 which I loved just as much...." Read more
"...It's been fairly easy to learn with and has been taking awesome photos right from the start...." Read more
"...though it had some new features, better battery life, and image quality improved slightly over the A33, the missing features that impacted my..." Read more
"...In well lit pictures the sharpness of the images is impressive, coming from a Sony point and shoot 12.1 MP camera...." Read more
Customers appreciate the value of the digital camera. They mention that it is amazing for the price, has incredible quality and features, and is a great buy.
"...CONCLUSIONS: This camera is worth its value...." Read more
"...way over the A33, and had none of the drawbacks of the A58, and a lower cost. Sony had an opportunity with the A58 and blew it...." Read more
"...that are sold separately and what comes with the camera is plenty good for the price...." Read more
"...own both and the image quality is nearly identical, plus the A3000 is cheaper, lighter, works with the new e-mount, and has a myriad of features..." Read more
Customers find the digital camera easy to use. They mention that it has a very intuitive and interactive interface, makes for a good entry point into Sony's Alpha line of translucent mirror, focuses very well, and has lots of creative features.
"...the Canon cameras, the manual zoom on the 18-55mm lens is very easy to manipulate whereas the Nikons take a big more muscle...." Read more
"...into these to get them to work on a Sony camera but that is very easy to do and there are directions online...." Read more
"...Yes, the sensor starts to get noisy at 1600 ISO, but is easily useable up to 6400 with good raw processing...." Read more
"...speed of the camera is good, it focuses very well and I am impressed with the features...." Read more
Customers like the frame rate of the digital camera. They mention that it shoots fast, has a great frame rate, and has great low light shooting. The macro performance is amazing, and the wide angle performance is excellent. The camera clears out the cache quick enough, and is very responsive.
"...(havent tried 3200 yet though 1600 looks great, is fast..." Read more
"...Great frame rate, great low light shooting. If you get a chance to get an extra lens do so...." Read more
"...Macro performance is amazing.Wide angle performance is excellent...." Read more
"...It is not the best but for the money it is very good. The speed of the camera is good, it focuses very well and I am impressed with the features...." Read more
Customers are satisfied with the battery life of the camera. They mention that it has good battery life.
"...has a good battery life, has a built in flash as well, has the option of viewing your photo..." Read more
"...Battery life is great for me.. Im not a pro, I have yet to get it under 60% on a single day of shooting.. the only problem I have right now is..." Read more
"...Even though it had some new features, better battery life, and image quality improved slightly over the A33, the missing features that impacted my..." Read more
"...I have also enjoyed the battery life. I have charged it once and it was today at 88%...." Read more
Customers are satisfied with the autofocus of the digital camera. They mention that it is fast and focuses on all spots, unlike Canon, which focuses only on one spot.
"...CONCLUSIONS: This camera is worth its value. It has a fast autofocus, unlike canon focuses on all spots instead of simply the one spot closest to..." Read more
"...The autofocus function also performed well on this old unit, but frankly, this Maxxum zoom lens will be only be used at when needed as it's much too..." Read more
"...In my opinion, image quality is excellent.- Auto Focus is excellent.- Reasonably priced.-..." Read more
"...(100% coverage, focus check, DOF check, real time histogram before you take the shot, etc.)...." Read more
Customers are satisfied with the light of the digital camera. They mention that it is surprisingly light.
"...It is also surprisingly light. The view finder is very nice...." Read more
"...and the image quality is nearly identical, plus the A3000 is cheaper, lighter, works with the new e-mount, and has a myriad of features similar to..." Read more
"...I have older lenses that are compatible with this model. The camera is light weight and the movable screen is an added bonus to this already great..." Read more
"...rendition, smooth flawless operation in a package that is relatively light in weight compared to other DSLRs...." Read more
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It arrived with the kit lens, and I took it out for its first photo shoot. Ill put it this way: For the next good 10 years, I am set with a camera and other than looking for a point and shoot for circumstances where mobility is needed, this is going to remain my number one camera.
The thing is, a lot of people who post photos online of cameras, are leaving everything at default settings. It does an injustice to both the software on the camera (seeing what its capable of), as well as the senor. For instance this camera like many today has an HDR mode. This mode brings out the shadows so that you can see more of what otherwise would have been more black. Do you know why people like Panasonic or some of the Samsung TVs so much? Because of the blacks! Because of the contrast. So that was the first default option that was clicked off. Then I set it to program mode. I also turned up the sharpness one. On a point and shoot, adjusting sharpness up is typically a no go. They oversharpen as is. With a larger sensor like this, having the in camera sharpness turned up just one notch IS completely acceptable.
By searching Flickrs website search bar for: "Sony A58 Amazon Review" you will be able view images I took in the last day here with this camera. the V (down) arrow button on flicker will let you view full size. I would recommend viewing on a high resolution monitor. I'm using a Dell 2340MC on multimedia default setting with a good graphics card. Most modern laptops are good enough...there was a huge difference viewing these images on this very external monitor on my old PC and on my HP laptop.Night and day in terms of seeing image quality. It wasnt the monitor, it was a much better graphics card, but any laptop or PC now adays even with intel chips on board should do just fine. But with the settings I have the monitor calabrated to, I have compared these images with Canon and other cameras. Its has the best image quality I have used apart from the Mirrorless Gf6 which I loved just as much. Unfortunately that camera isnt working right so this was my replacement. And actually now that I have it, Im glad I went with the alphas series over a mirrorless camera. There are SO MANY lenses. SO MANY!! All the AF Minolta lenses..they are compatible with this! Tamron makes them for sony A mount, Sigma does as well. There are simply endless possibilities with lenses that wont cost you over 100,000,000 dollars.
CONCLUSIONS: This camera is worth its value. It has a fast autofocus, unlike canon focuses on all spots instead of simply the one spot closest to you (thank you Sony), has an outstanding viewfinder (it gives you a really good idea of your shot before shooting, does a good job with exposure, has a screen that comes out and turns up or down for flexability, a flash shoe, many lenses as state, a good grip, has perfectly acceptable ISO images at 1600 (havent tried 3200 yet though 1600 looks great, is fast (5FPS...really with an entry level camera and many of the nikons and canons being at 3fps , I fail to see what people are complaining about), has a good battery life, has a built in flash as well, has the option of viewing your photo both through the digital viewfinder or digital display (and the digital viewfinder can be adjusted to suit your color warmth or brightness)...Bottom line is the pictures on flicker: "Amazon Sony A58 Review" speak for themselves. They are all unedited and strait from the camera. Some do have exposure turned down but you can click on the details in flicker and see which. All of them have sharpness set to hard, and by hard that means +1 out of 0, 1, 2, 3. Other than in camera sharpening those pictures viewed an a good monitor will give you an idea of what this camera is capable of. Shots that I normally have missed with other past cameras I have yet to miss on this. Its worth the price. I cant speak for the a57, but I have compared the two side by side and really cant see a difference. Ill take more megapixels for larger prints, because between the two Im just not seeing it in all the test photos. The A58 does a fantastic job and on a scale of 1-20, I would rate it at a solid 19/20. One point off for missing the greens that panasonic hits with their GF series.
heading on over to image-resources and reading what they have to say, taking a look at photography blog, reading what they have to say and also taking a look at the samples. Very fast auto focus (and unlike Canon doesnt just focus on what is closest), really high ISO with outstanding results (though pershaps part of this is related to the fact that I come from point and shoots...but still its better than any of the rebel line ive used, great color saturation, just an all around great camera.
3-1-14 Update: Finally got a chance to try out the old Minolta Maxxum autofocus lenses stored with that SLR film camera from the late 80s or early 90s. The prime 50mm F1.7 installed and worked perfectly with the new Sony A58 digital body and should make a great portrait lens. I was a little worried about the 28-85mm Maxxum zoom lens because it was made back in the good ol' days and weighs a ton, far more than the camera body or even the camera body with the 18-55mm kit lens on it. A lot of reviewer criticism about this model's plastic lens mount made me wonder if it would hold it or snap off. The zoom lens did install OK and seemed secure, but of course its front-heavy weight demands you hold onto it at all times whether shooting or waiting to shoot. The autofocus function also performed well on this old unit, but frankly, this Maxxum zoom lens will be only be used at when needed as it's much too long and heavy to carry with me all the time. The compact 50mm F1.7, however, will have a home in my carrying case. So, all in all, bringing these lenses out of storage and back to use has given me another reason to be happy with this camera's purchase.
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Delivery was made within 5 days and I could always pin point where my camera was during the delivery.
This is my 4th Sony alpha SLR camera and this A58 is an excellent camera. I shoot sport indoor and outdoor at night but auto focus is very fast and precise which used to be an issue with Sony alpha cameras.
Only draw back is that its LCD is only a half resolution of A55 and A550 I own.
Do not know if the mix up was just for me or amazon got the names wrong ..
Review For Alpha A58K (cause thats what i got)
Camera is excellent. Delivery was fine. Happy with purchase ^_^