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Introduction
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01.Sample Photos
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02.Design
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03.Product Tour
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04.Hardware
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05.Durability
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06.Photo Gallery
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07.Image Quality
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08.Sharpness
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09.Color
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10.Noise Reduction
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11.Dynamic Range
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12.Low Light
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13.Distortion
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14.Video
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15.Usability
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16.Ease of Use
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17.Handling
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18.Controls
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19.Speed
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20.Features
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21.Extras
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22.Specs & Ratings
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23.Conclusion
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24.Comments
Product Tour
The Sony A900 is the flagship model in the company’s alpha SLR line, and the only one offering a full-frame sensor. The camera body is built of magnesium alloy to take substantial abuse while maintaining a relatively light weight, though there’s no denying that at 30 oz. (850g) without lens, this is a hefty piece of gear. All buttons, dials and other components are sealed against dust and moisture. The shutter is rated at 100,000 releases, probably as much as anyone is likely to require, but lower than the rated lifetime of the full-frame Canon 5D Mark II and Nikon D700, both of which promise 150,000 shots.
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In the Box
- Sony A900 body (with body cap)
- NP-FM500H rechargeable battery
- BC-VM10 battery charger
- Wireless Remote Commander with clip
- USB cable
- Video cable
- Shoulder strap
- Software CD-ROM
- Instruction manual
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