Sony alpha 200 - Manual (Page 4)

6 7
D-Range Optimizer off
Standard D-Range Optimizer Advanced
ISO 800 ISO 1600 ISO 3200
Bright, vivid colors
make images come alive
Speed and accuracy
make action shots easy
Improved D-Range Optimizer for
superior exposure balance
An evolved new D-Range Optimizer helps ensure even more beautifully
balanced exposures in backlit situations. In Standard mode, it optimizes
brightness and contrast for the image overall, and in Advanced mode,
it optimizes each area of the composition separately to bring out maxi-
mum shadow and highlight detail. The D-Range Optimizer can be used on
all image formats in all metering modes.
* D-Range Optimizer Advanced uses technology provided by Apical Limited.
Versatile 40-segment
honeycomb-pattern metering
High-sensitivity ISO 3200 and 1600 settings let you take advantage of
low-light photo opportunities with confidence. When shooting at these
higher settings, the BIONZ engine assures the highest possible image
quality by applying high-ISO noise reduction immediately before each
image is processed. This, together with powerful Super SteadyShot
®
image stabilization, enables you to use faster shutter speeds in low light,
and greatly expands the range of situations in which you can shoot.
Powerful BIONZ image processing engine
for more vibrant color reproduction
The 200 is equipped with a BIONZ image processing en-
gine that uses advanced Sony technologies to achieve
truly vibrant color reproduction with rich texture and
depth. In addition, faithful reproduction of color tone and
shadow/highlight detail assures superb print quality and
greater post-processing flexibility.
3 frame-per-second continuous shooting
For sports and action photos, the 200 supports 3 frame-per-second con-
tinuous shooting of full-resolution JPEG Fine images, limited only by the
amount of available memory.
Accurate exposure requires accurate metering, and the 200's 40-segment,
honeycomb-pattern metering system has the versatility needed to get pre-
cise readings under a wide range of shooting conditions. It also gives you
a choice of multi-segment metering, center-weighted metering, and spot
metering mode to suit your subject and shooting conditions.
Center-cross 9-point AF system
with exclusive Eye-Start ® activation
The 200 features a center-cross 9-point autofocus system with Sony's ex-
clusive Eye-Start
® activation, which reduces missed shots by automatically
focusing the camera for you as soon as you put your eye to the viewfinder.
The system of fers one of the quickest response times in its class, and high
predictive focusing accuracy when shooting moving subjects. In addition, the
9-point sensor layout gives you greater freedom in how subjects are framed.
DT11-18mm F4.5-5.6 (SAL1118), 1/320 sec., F8, ISO100, Auto white balance 70-200mm F2.8G (SAL70200G), 1/800 sec., F5.6, ISO200, Auto white balance
AF area and viewfinder displays Eye-Start sensor
ISO 3200 sensitivity setting for low-light shooting
* Number of recordable frame varies according to the type of memory media used,
shooting conditions and other factors.