Sony SLT-A55 + Sony DT 18-55mm/ F3.5-5.6 SAM
Top 18%3,353 points
Top 18%
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Sony SLT-A55 + Sony DT 18-55mm/ F3.5-5.6 SAM review: 82 facts and highlights
1. megapixels
16.2MP
Panono Camera: 108MP
2. sensor size
The larger the sensor the more light the sensor captures yielding in better image quality.
23.5 x 15.6mm
Polaroid Snap: 81.2 x 25.4mm
3. focus points
The more focus points the more flexibility in picking which part of the scene to focus on. They also give the image sensor a better probability in identifying the right area of the scene to focus on in more automatic modes.
15
Canon EOS R: 5655
4. continuous shooting at high resolution
Fast continuous shooting is useful for catching action shots.
10fps
Olympus OM-D E-M1 Mark II: 60fps
5. maximum light sensitivity
With a higher light sensitivity (ISO level), the sensor absorbs more light. This can be used to capture moving objects using a fast shutter speed, or to take images in low light without using a flash.
12800 ISO
Nikon D7500 + Nikon AF-S DX Nikkor 18-140mm f/3.5-5.6G ED VR: 1640000 ISO
6. has a flip-out screen
Flip-out screens are useful for doing tricky shots.
Sony SLT-A55 + Sony DT 18-55mm/ F3.5-5.6 SAM
28% have it
7. longer battery life
CIPA is an independent, standard measurement that determines how many shots a camera can take before the battery dies.
330shots
Nikon D3x: 4400shots
8. image quality
A device's overall image quality score considers: color depth, dynamic range and low light performance. Source: DxOMark.
73
Nikon D850: 100
9. video recording (main camera)
The maximum resolution available for videos shot with the main camera. Although it may be possible to choose among other frame rates, those recordings usually have lower resolutions.
1080 x 60fps
Fujifilm X-T3: 2160 x 60fps
10. weight
492g
HTC Re: 65.5g
11. Has WiFi
The device can connect to WiFi.
Sony SLT-A55 + Sony DT 18-55mm/ F3.5-5.6 SAM
39% have it
12. fastest shutter speed
A faster maximum shutter speed allows taking pictures of fast moving subjects without blur.
1/4000s
Sony Cyber-shot DSC-RX100 IV: 1/32000s
13. color depth
The better a device's color depth the more color nuances it can distinguish. Source: DxOMark.
23bits
HP Photosmart R927: 42bits
14. has a stereo microphone
A stereo microphone allows to record audio files or movies in stereo without an external microphone.
Sony SLT-A55 + Sony DT 18-55mm/ F3.5-5.6 SAM
50% have it
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15. Has phase detection autofocus for videos
A phase detection autofocus system is faster than a contrast detection autofocus system. Even when recording scenes with a lot of fast movements, the videos are sharp and clear.
Sony SLT-A55 + Sony DT 18-55mm/ F3.5-5.6 SAM
12% have it
16. Has phase detection autofocus for photos
A phase detection autofocus is much faster than a contrast detection autofocus, allowing for sharper images.
Sony SLT-A55 + Sony DT 18-55mm/ F3.5-5.6 SAM
32% have it
17. dynamic range
The better the dynamic range the system captures a wider number of values from dark to light leading to more details in low and highlights. Source: DxOMark.
12.4Evs
Nikon D810A: 14.8Evs
18. pixel density
471ppi
Panasonic Lumix DC-TS7: 2160ppi
19. resolution
1176 x 784px
Panasonic Lumix DC-TS7: 5184 x 3888px
20. battery power
1080mAh
Samsung Galaxy NX Mirrorless + 18-55mm f/3.5-5.6: 4360mAh
21. has a built-in HDR mode
It can automatically shoot pictures with a higher dynamic range (HDR).
Sony SLT-A55 + Sony DT 18-55mm/ F3.5-5.6 SAM
27% have it
22. has a microphone in
A microphone port allows connecting external high-end or specialized microphones.
Sony SLT-A55 + Sony DT 18-55mm/ F3.5-5.6 SAM
26% have it
23. higher resolution (screen)
A higher screen resolution provides a sharper image, making it easier to review your photos.
921k dots
Fujifilm X-T1 + XF 18-55mm F2.8-4 R LM OIS: 1040000k dots
24. has a two-stage shutter
A two-stage shutter is good for taking photos like a pro; apply pressure to the button in order for the lens to focus, and then press it fully to capture the photograph.
Sony SLT-A55 + Sony DT 18-55mm/ F3.5-5.6 SAM
54% have it
25. has continuous autofocus when recording movies
When recording movies they stay focussed and sharp.
Sony SLT-A55 + Sony DT 18-55mm/ F3.5-5.6 SAM
66% have it
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