Sony Alpha CA649W - Manual (Page 10)

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The finest build quality,
to match the finest imaging
Anti-dust sensor protection
Low-pass filter Dust particles dislodged by sensor vibration
VG-C90AM
NP-FM500H
Image sensor
High-endurance shutter unit
for trouble-free shooting
Long-term reliability is also assured
by a high-precision shutter unit that
offers outstanding durability under
heavy use. It’s built to withstand the
performance demands of 1/8000
sec. shutter speeds and up to 5 fps
continuous shooting with a 35mm
full-frame sensor and a standalone
unit service life of 100,000 shutter
release cycles (approx.).
Anti-dust sensor protection
for cleaner images
To help protect the camera’s sensor
from dust contamination that can occur
when changing lenses, an anti-dust
mechanism vibrates the sensor at high
speed every time the camera is
switched off. In addition, the low-pass
filter in front of the sensor is protected by
a special anti-static coating to help
prevent dust adherence.
Rugged, magnesium-alloy body
for reliability and durability
The body of the 900 reflects the
same high quality and attention
to detail as the images it delivers.
Ruggedly constructed for years of
dependable service, it features a front,
back, and top made of strong,
durable magnesium alloy, an interior
chassis made of high-tensile
aluminum, and a mirror box made of
high-rigidity polycarbonate resin
reinforced with carbon fibers. Superb
balance, handling, design and finish
of the exceptionally easy-to-hold grip
reflect the experience Sony has in
developing broadcast-use video
cameras and camcorders.
Worry-free outdoor shooting
To allow worry-free shooting in
adverse environmental conditions,
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the 900’s controls, terminals,
viewfinder, and other sensitive
components are protected from
dust and moisture by rubber seals.
Intuitive control layout for
enhanced operating ease
In addition to superb handling and
balance, the 900 also features
an improved control layout for fast,
intuitive operation. Essential settings
are easy to adjust without taking your
finger off the shutter button. All controls
are comfortably positioned to allow
trouble-free operation even when
wearing gloves.
High-density
InfoLITHIUM battery
The 900 uses an advanced
high-density InfoLITHIUM battery
(NP-FM500H), and keeps you informed
of current battery life by displaying
remaining power in precise 1% increments
on the camera’s LCD monitor.
Easy vertical-format shooting
The optional VG-C90AM vertical grip
enables you to enjoy the 900’s
superb handling and operating ease
even during vertical-format shooting.
Featuring the same rugged and
lightweight magnesium-alloy
construction as the 900, it’s sealed
against dust and moisture,
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a full complement of buttons and
switches for essential shooting
functions. For increased shooting
time, it holds two InfoLITHIUM
®
(NP-FM500H) rechargeable batteries,
automatically switching to the second
one when the first one runs out.