Sony SLT-A57 Kit (18-55+55-200mm) SLTA57VY User Manual

focusing and real-time preview can be achieved on the high-resolution Tru-Finder™ that offers a 

wide viewing angle and 100% field of view. This allows photographers to capture exactly what 

they see on the screen. 

 

Utilising the Translucent Mirror Technology, the  57 features 12fps Tele-zoom High Speed 

Shooting, high quality, high-sensitivity image performance, as well as full HD video recording 

(60p/50p

2

). The 

57 also features various unique features such as Auto Portrait Framing, 

enabling anyone passionate about photography the opportunity to take amazingly sharp, vibrant 

images with every snap.  

 

Sony’s revolutionary Translucent Mirror Technology™ offers even greater performance in the  

57 thanks to Tele-zoom Continuous Advance Priority AE mode, which gives a 1.4x 

magnification boost by cropping to a “close-up” in the centre of the image area, enabling 

continuous shooting of dynamic, impressive images at up to 12fps. This shooting mode also 

features sophisticated tracking technology that ensures subjects stay in focus whether they are 

at rest or moving about, delivering high-speed, class-above response, which makes the  57 

perfect for sports and kids photography. 

 

The 

57 also lets you create powerfully expressive Full HD movies. Responsive full-time 

continuous phase detection AF ensures that moving subjects stay sharply focused, just like with 

still shooting. AVCHD (Ver. 2.0) Progressive compatibility means that Full HD resolution movies 

can be captured at up to high 60p/50p

2 

(progressive) frame rate: ideal for capturing silk-smooth, 

blur-free action. 25p shooting is also selectable for giving your footage that rich, cinematic look. 

Movie-making options are enhanced further with full control over P/A/S/M shooting modes for 

virtually limitless creative expression. 

 

Portrait photographers will especially love Auto Portrait Framing; another world’s first from Sony 

that helps users effectively compose scenes like a professional photographer by proposing 

alternative compositions, in addition to the original photo. The feature identifies the subject’s 

face via face detection technology and automatically trims parts of the scene to create a well-

balanced composition based on the time-tested rule of thirds. The Auto Portrait Framing also 

helps users effectively compose scenes by proposing alternative compositions.