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Two slots for memory cards. Matrix with built-in memory (DRAM). 693 focus points (4D Focus). 12 exposure steps. Shooting at ISO up to 204800.
Shooting 4K with a maximum bitrate of 100 Mbps. High resolution full frame sensor. Matrix stabilization. Advanced autofocus. Digital audio interface. High resolution OLED viewfinder.
Camera type"mirrorless" (MILC)"mirrorless" (MILC)
DxOMark rating9399
Sensor
Sensor
CMOS (CMOS) /bionz X processor/
CMOS (CMOS) /bionz X processor/
Sensor size
full frame /35.9х24 mm/
full frame /35.9х24 mm/
Total MP2863
Effective MP number24.261
Maximum image size6000x4000 px9504x6336 px
Light sensitivity (ISO)
100-51200 /extended ISO up to 50-204800/
100-32000 /in extended mode 50-102800 ISO/
Sensor cleaning
RAW format recording
 /14-bit/
No AA filter
Lens
Mount (bayonet)Sony ESony E
Manual focus
Image stabilizationwith matrix shiftwith matrix shift
Photo shooting
HDR
2 control dials
White balance measuring
Exposure compensation± 5 EV, in 1/2 or 1/3 EV steps± 5 EV, in 1/2 or 1/3 EV steps
Auto bracketing
 /3 or 5 frames/
 /± 5 (3.5 frames at 1/3 EV, 1/2 EV, 2/3 EV, 1 EV increments)/
Exposure modes
auto
shutter priority
aperture priority
manual mode
auto
shutter priority
aperture priority
manual mode
Metering system
point
centre-weighted
sensor (estimated)
point
centre-weighted
sensor (estimated)
Video recording
Full HD (1080)1920x1080 px 120 fps1920x1080 px 120 fps
Ultra HD (4K)3840x2160 px 30 fps3840x2160 px 30 fps
File recording formatsAVCHD, MPEG-4, H.264MPEG-4, AVCHD, XAVC S
Manual video focus
Connection ports
HDMI v 1.4
headphone Jack
microphone Jack
HDMI v 1.4
headphone Jack
microphone Jack
Focus
Autofocus modes
one shot
AI focus
tracking
in face
one shot
AI focus
tracking
in face
Focus points
693 шт /4D Focus/
567 шт
Touch focus
Front / back adjustment
Contour enhancement
Viewfinder and shutter
Viewfinderelectronicelectronic
Viewfinder crop0.78 x0.78 x
Frame coverage100 %100 %
Shutter speed
30 -1/8000 с /electronic shutter up to 1/32000 s/
30 -1/8000 с
Continuous shooting20 fps10 fps
Shutter typeelectronic/mechanicalmechanical
Screen
Screen size3 ''3 ''
Screen resolution1440 thousand pixels2360 thousand pixels
Touch screen
Rotary display
Memory and communications
2 card slots
Memory cards typesSD, SDHC, SDXC, MemoryStickSD, SDHC, SDXC, MemoryStick
Communications
Wi-Fi
Bluetooth
NFC
smartphone control
Wi-Fi 5 (802.11ac)
Bluetooth 4.1
NFC
smartphone control
Flash
Built-in flash
External flash connect
flash X-sync1/160 с
Power source
Power source
battery
battery
Battery modelNP-FZ100NP-FZ100
Shots per charge690 шт670 шт
General
Protectiondustproof, waterproofdustproof, waterproof
Dimensions (WxHxD)129х96х76 mm129х96х78 mm
Weight665 g
Color
Added to E-Catalogdecember 2019july 2019

DxOMark rating

The result shown by the camera in the DxOMark ranking.

DxOMark is one of the most popular and respected resources for expert camera testing. According to the test results, the camera receives a certain number of points; The more points, the higher the final score.

Total MP

The total number of individual light sensitive dots (pixels) provided in the camera's sensor. Denoted in megapixels - millions of pixels.

The total number of MPs, as a rule, is greater than the number of megapixels from which the frame is directly built (for more details, see "Effective number of MPs"). This is due to the presence of service areas on the matrix. In general, this parameter is more of a reference than practically significant: a larger total number of MPs with the same size and effective resolution means a slightly smaller size of each pixel, and, accordingly, an increased likelihood of noise (especially at high ISO values).

Effective MP number

The number of pixels (megapixels) of the matrix directly involved in the construction of the image, in fact — the number of points from which the captured image is built. Some manufacturers, in addition to this parameter, also indicate the total number of MPs, taking into account the service areas of the matrix. However, it is the effective number of MPs that is considered the main indicator — it is this that directly affects the maximum resolution of the resulting image (see “Maximum image size”).

A megapixel is 1 million pixels. Numerous megapixels ensures high resolution of the captured photos, but is not a guarantee of high-quality images — much also depends on the size of the sensor, its light sensitivity (see the relevant glossary items), as well as hardware and software image processing tools used in the camera. Note that for small matrices, high resolution can sometimes be more of an evil than a blessing — such sensors are very prone to the appearance of noise in the image.

Maximum image size

The maximum size of photos taken by the camera in normal (non-panoramic) mode. In fact, this paragraph indicates the highest resolution of photography — in pixels vertically and horizontally, for example, 3000x4000. This indicator directly depends on the resolution of the matrix: the number of dots in the image cannot exceed the effective number of megapixels (see above). For example, for the same 3000x4000, the matrix must have an effective resolution of at least 3000*4000 = 12 million dots, that is, 12 MP.

Theoretically, the larger the size of the photo, the more detailed the image, the more small details can be conveyed on it. At the same time, the overall image quality (including the visibility of fine details) depends not only on resolution, but also on a number of other technical and software factors; see "Effective MP number" for more details.

Light sensitivity (ISO)

The sensitivity range of a digital camera matrix. In digital photography, light sensitivity is expressed in the same ISO units as in film photography; however, unlike film, the light sensitivity of the sensor in a digital camera can be changed, which gives you more options for adjusting shooting parameters. High maximum light sensitivity is important if you have to use a lens with a low aperture (see Aperture), as well as when shooting dimly lit scenes and fast-moving objects; in the latter case, high ISO allows you to use low shutter speeds, which minimizes image blur. However, note that with an increase in the value of the applied ISO, the level of noise in the resulting images also increases.

No AA filter

No AA filter in camera design.

The AA filter is responsible for "anti-aliasing" — the elimination of the moiré effect. This effect can occur when shooting objects with a lot of thin horizontal or near-horizontal lines (for example, a brick wall at a great distance, or a suit made of a certain type of fabric). It leads to the appearance of a characteristic pattern in the picture, which, usually, is inappropriate; to eliminate this phenomenon, an AA filter is provided. At the same time, this feature is said to reduce the overall sharpness of the image; therefore, it may not be available in some cameras. These are mainly professional models: the absence of an AA filter gives the photographer additional features, but puts forward increased requirements for shooting skills.

File recording formats

File formats in which the camera can record video. Given that the footage is designed to be viewed on an external screen, you should make sure that the playback device (DVD player, media centre, etc.) is able to work with the appropriate formats. At the same time, many camera models themselves can play the role of a player by connecting to a TV via an audio / video output or HDMI (see the corresponding paragraphs of the glossary). And if the video materials are to be viewed on a computer, you should not pay special attention to this parameter at all: problems with format incompatibility in such cases rarely occur, but are usually solved by installing the appropriate codec.

Focus points

The number of focus points (autofocus) provided in the design of the camera.

The focus point is the point (more precisely, a small area) in the frame from which the autofocus system reads data for focusing. The simplest systems work with a single point, but their capabilities are very limited, and this option is practically not found today. Modern digital cameras have at least three focus sensors, and in the most advanced models this figure can reach several dozen.

The more autofocus sensors there are in the camera, the more advanced its autofocus capabilities will be, the more specific techniques it allows you to use. In this case, the selection of specific points used can be carried out both automatically, simultaneously with the choice of the subject program, and manually (however, the second option is more typical for professional cameras). In addition, the abundance of focus points has a positive effect on the quality of the tracking autofocus (see "Autofocus Modes").

In general, more focus sensors are generally considered a sign of a more advanced camera; however, differences in quality become really noticeable only if the difference in the number of points is significant - for example, if we compare models with 9 and 39 points. A lot also depends on the location of the points in the frame - it is believed that sensors distributed over a wide area work better than densely located in the center of the frame, even if their number is the same.

Front / back adjustment

The presence in the design of the camera of the function of adjusting the front / back focus.

"Front / back focus" (or simply "back focus") is the phenomenon when the autofocus system malfunctions and "misses" the desired object — despite the fact that this object was clearly visible in the viewfinder or on the screen. This phenomenon occurs due to a mismatch between the sighting system and the survey system; it can ruin a picture, especially when working with a shallow depth of field. Front / back focus is primarily affected by cameras with interchangeable lenses (see "Camera type"), because lenses (even "native", not to mention third-party products) can initially be poorly configured. Adjusting the front / back allows you to correct the parameters of such optics using the camera itself and do without replacing the lens.
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