Sony - Alpha a68 DSLR Camera (Body Only) - black

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Item: Sony - Alpha a68 DSLR Camera (Body Only) - black
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Model:ILCA-68

SKU:4898500

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The Sony a68 A-mount camera with APS-C CMOS sensor has an interchangeable lens system and a 24.2-megapixel sensor. The camera features a top display panel and a control wheel for efficiency, with a tiltable LCD screen for easy access. Catching fast-moving subjects is a breeze with the Sony a68 A-mount camera's 79-point high-density AF system.

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Sony Alpha α68 DSLR Camera (Body Only)
Accessory shoe, body, eyepiece caps
Battery charger BC-VM10A
Rechargeable Battery NP-FM500H
Micro USB cable
Power cord
Shoulder strap
Owner's manual

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Features

24.2 megapixels resolution delivers incredible detail and gorgeous enlargements

The Exmor® CMOS sensor and upgraded BIONZ X™ processor combine to produce high-resolution, low-noise photos.

ISO up to 25,600 for crisp, clear photos even in low light

Shoot confidently without sacrificing detail, even in extremely low light.

Capture fast-action shots at up to 8 fps (frames per second)

From joyous facial expressions to fast-paced sports action, burst mode ensures you get the shot even if it only lasts a fraction of a second.

Wide angle, tiltable 2.7” LCD monitor

Enables shooting over the heads of people in crowds, or on the ground for a startling view of pets and flowers.

Capture spectacular movies in full 1080p HD

An intelligent image sensor reads movie images at faster rates than ever, significantly reducing the rolling shutter distortion that can occur while panning or shooting fast-moving subjects.

BIONZ X™ processing engine delivers blazing speed and performance

From shooting images and videos, to playback and data transfer, this processor handles even the most demanding tasks with ease.

Preview the shot before taking it with the OLED Tru-Finder™ electronic viewfinder

Bright, high-contrast viewfinder lets you see the results before you shoot, and features 1440K dots for amazing resolution.

79-point phase-detection autofocus system provides accurate subject tracking

Keeps tracking and fast autofocusing on a moving subject.

Translucent Mirror Technology

Enables precise phase-detection autofocus even with continuous shooting and movie modes.

Multi Interface Shoe

Lets you mount wide-ranging accessories including a high-capacity flash unit, a video light, or shotgun microphone for enhanced movie shooting and more.

Face Detection and Eye AF

Detect up to eight faces in a scene, and adjust exposure, white balance, flash and other settings for beautiful portraits.

Built-in, pop-up flash for proper illumination

Ensures properly illuminated photos.

Multiformat memory slot for storing or transferring data

Accepts SD, SDHC, SDXC, MS PRO Duo,MS XC-HG Duo and MS PRO-HG Duo. Memory cards not included.

Specifications

Key Specs

24.2 megapixels
Exmor CMOS
AUTO, 100–25,600
Wi-Fi Enabled
No
1920 x 1080
Lens Mount Compatibility
Sony A-Mount

Dimension

Product Width
3.26 inches
Product Height
4.1 inches
Product Depth
7.64 inches
Product Weight
1.31 pounds

Compatibility

Remote Compatible
Yes
Memory Card Compatibility
Memory Stick PRO Duo, Memory Stick PRO-HG Duo, Memory Stick XC-HG Duo, Secure Digital, Secure Digital Extended Capacity (SDXC), Secure Digital High Capacity (SDHC)

Display

Display Type
TFT-LCD
No
Varying Angle Screen
Yes
0.88 times
Electronic
2.7 inches

Connectivity

Number Of Memory Card Slots
1
Output(s)
USB
Integrated GPS
No
Yes
No
External Flash Mount
Hot Shoe
Tripod/Monopod Mountable
Yes

Included

Batteries Included
Yes
Number of Lenses Included
0
Camera Bag/Case Included
No

Performance

No
Records Audio
Yes
Self Timer
Yes
1/4000 to 30 s/Bulb;
Self-Timer Delay
10 seconds, 2 seconds, 5 seconds

Power

Battery Model
NP-FM500H
Removable Battery
Yes
Rechargeable Battery
Yes
Number of Batteries Required
1

Feature

Digital Camera Type
DSLR Camera Body Only
Integrated Flash
Yes
Flash Modes
Automatic, Fill-in, High-speed sync, Off, Rear curtain sync, Red-eye reduction, Slow sync
Slow Motion Recording
No

Warranty

Manufacturer's Warranty - Parts
1 year
Manufacturer's Warranty - Labor
1 year

Imaging

Yes
4x
Image File Format(s)
JPEG, RAW
Imaging Sensor Vertical Size
15.6 millimeters
Imaging Sensor Horizontal Size
23.5 millimeters
Face Detection
Yes
24.8 megapixels
Brightness Control
Yes
Yes
In-Lens Image Stabilization
Yes
6000 x 4000

AV

HD Movie Mode Focus
Automatic

Exposure Control

Auto, Daylight, Shade, Cloudy, Incandescent, Fluorescent (Warm White / Cool White / Day White / Daylight), Flash, Color Temperature (2500 to 9900K), Color Filter (G7 to M7, A7 to B7), Custom (1 / 2 / 3), Custom Set
25600
100
Panorama Mode
Yes
Yes
Scene Modes
Portrait, Landscape, Macro, Sports Action, Sunset

General

Additional Accessories Included
Accessory shoe, body, eyepiece caps, Battery charger BC-VM10A, Micro USB cable, Power cord, Rechargeable Battery NP-FM500H, Shoulder strap
Camera Model Family
Sony a68

Other

Product Set
Body Only
Product Name
Alpha a68 DSLR Camera (Body Only)
Brand
Sony
Color
black
Color Category
Black
Model Number
ILCA-68
UPC
027242899100

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Besides compatibility w/ my lenses, shooting fast, sharp and ease of operation captures great pics!!–Jade
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rooster
Rating: 4 out of 5 stars
A camera for all occasions
Posted 1 year ago
rooster
This is the fourth Alpha Camera I've purchased. The camera is not difficult to set up but the mode selection dial is a repeat of a previous released Sony Cybershot point and Shoot. about 5 or more years ago. You also have to depress a radio button in the top center to adjust the dial. I really don't like that. Once you turn on the camera and look at the LCD you will see the flashing steady shot icon which won't disappear until a higher shutter speed is chosen and I received that information from Sony e-support. Can't turn it off by any switch within the camera. You can use any a-mount lens from Sony or another brand on this camera but do read the specs before you purchase. I have not used the movie selector. memory cards from previous Alpha release, except the 300, which is a large memory card will work . Has the ability to look through the electronic view finder and change ISO , white balance without taken eye from vew finder, Also a real neat part has auto eye selector, When you put your eye up to the view finder, the LCD can turn off and when you move your eye, the LCD comes on. Much more to say. 24.4 Megapixels. Great capabilities with this camera with the right lens and a creative mind
I would recommend this to a friend
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Bobbietaco
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Rating: 5 out of 5 stars
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Posted 2 years ago
Bobbietaco
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I was using a a3000 with a 55mm to 210mm and couldn't find anything to upgrade my lenses. I found a 300mm for the A mount and dicided to just up it all. What a real difference it made in the picture quality and ability to take better pictures. I have been using Sony for a long time and moving forward will continue to. Great camera.
I would recommend this to a friend
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BobR
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Rating: 5 out of 5 stars
Upgraded my camera
Posted 4 months ago
BobR
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Bought this to upgrade my Sony a33. Very impressed for the price point of this camera. I shoot a lot of sports games and this camera keeps up and doesn’t miss a beat.
I would recommend this to a friend
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Jade
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Rating: 5 out of 5 stars
Worth It!!
Posted 2 years ago
Jade
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Besides compatibility w/ my lenses, shooting fast, sharp and ease of operation captures great pics!! Tnx Sony
I would recommend this to a friend
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KatieSS
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Rating: 5 out of 5 stars
Love it!
Posted 1 year ago
KatieSS
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This is the second camera of this brand and model. The updates are wonderful and make the camera much easier to operated.
I would recommend this to a friend
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Shirley
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Rating: 5 out of 5 stars
Great camera for Minolta lenses
Posted 7 months ago
Shirley
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Have lots of Minolta max lenses they work great on a68 DSLR save money on new ones’!
I would recommend this to a friend
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newkitchen
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Rating: 5 out of 5 stars
Good size camera body makes it easy to work with
Posted 9 months ago
newkitchen
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Easy to carry and travel with. Is good camera for a beginner photographer.
I would recommend this to a friend
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The analysis of all aggregated expert reviews shows that the reviewers are positive about low-light, control panel, color and zoom. Editors are less positive about lens and shutter. Using an algorithm based on product age, reviewers ratings history, popularity, product category expertise and other factors, this product gets an alaTest Expert Rating of 87/100 = Very good quality.

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Features

24.2 megapixels resolution delivers incredible detail and gorgeous enlargements

ISO up to 25,600 for crisp, clear photos even in low light

Capture fast-action shots at up to 8 fps (frames per second)

Wide angle, tiltable 2.7” LCD monitor

Capture spectacular movies in full 1080p HD

BIONZ X™ processing engine delivers blazing speed and performance

Preview the shot before taking it with the OLED Tru-Finder™ electronic viewfinder

79-point phase-detection autofocus system provides accurate subject tracking

Translucent Mirror Technology

Multi Interface Shoe

Face Detection and Eye AF

Built-in, pop-up flash for proper illumination

Multiformat memory slot for storing or transferring data