Sony Announces the Alpha a68 DSLR Camera, More Info: B&H

NEW YORK, NY--(Marketwired - December 17, 2015) - B&H Photo would like to share the announcement of Sony's a68 Alpha DSLR camera, the newest member of the unique A-mount system of cameras. Compared to traditional DSLRs, Sony's A-series utilizes proprietary Translucent Mirror Technology to offer fast shooting performance, quick phase-detection autofocus, and enable the use of an electronic viewfinder for previewing exposure settings.

Sony a68 Alpha DSLR Camera Highlights

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• 24.2MP APS-C Exmor CMOS Sensor
• BIONZ X Image Processor
• Translucent Mirror Technology
• SteadyShot INSIDE Image Stabilization
• 2.7" 460.8k-Dot Tilting LCD Screen
• 0.39" 1,440k-Dot OLED Tru-Finder
• Full HD 1080p30 Video with XAVC S Format
• 79-Point Phase-Detection AF System
• ISO 25600 and Shooting Up to 8 fps
• Top Display Panel & Rear Control Wheel

The Sony a68 DSLR camera revolves around a 24.2MP APS-C Exmor CMOS sensor and BIONZ X image processor, which combine to realize an 8 fps shooting rate, sensitivity to ISO 25600, and Full HD video recording in the 50Mbps XAVC S format. An apt 79-point phase-detection autofocus system covers a wide array of the image sensor for accurate performance across the frame, and 15 cross-type points are featured in the center for enhanced subject-tracking capabilities. The Translucent Mirror Technology also permits working with both phase-detection AF and the 1.44m-dot OLED electronic viewfinder while recording movies.

Read more about the Sony a68 DSLR camera

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The a68 camera's sleek body design is characterized by a rear 2.7" 460.8k-dot tilting LCD screen, which permits easier viewing from high and low working angles, and a top LCD also provides quick shooting-setting recognition. In-body sensor-shift type image stabilization is also featured, which effectively renders all mounted lenses as being stabilized for sharper handheld shooting in difficult lighting conditions.

In addition to being available as a body only, the a68 can also be paired with the DT 18-55mm f/3.5-5.6 SAM II lens in a kit

View more information on the Sony Alpha a68 DSLR Camera with 18-55mm lens kit

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The included 18-55mm f/3.5-5.6 lens has a 27-82.5mm equivalent focal length range and features a portable design that makes it ideal for use in a wide variety of shooting situations. The integrated SAM (Smooth Autofocus Motor) provides quiet, quick, and precise focusing that suits both stills and video applications, as well as tracking of moving subjects. Additionally, this lens features a refined rear element shade that helps to minimize internal surface reflections and prevent flare and ghosting in order to produce clear, contrast-rich imagery.

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