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Rent NowSony Alpha DSLR-A500 12.3MP Digital SLR Camera Body
The Sony Alpha DSLR-A500 is a highly responsive, feature-packed A-mount digital SLR designed to deliver excellent detail, advanced low-light performance, and a uniquely versatile Live View experience. Built around a 12.3-Megapixel Exmor CMOS APS-C sensor and Sony’s fast BIONZ image processor, this camera achieves clean, low-noise files all the way up to an expanded ISO 12,800.
Distinct from traditional DSLRs of its era, the A500 features Quick Auto Focus Live View, which utilizes the same lightning-fast phase-detection autofocus sensor whether you are framing through the optical viewfinder or using the tilting 3.0-inch LCD monitor. Complete with body-based SteadyShot INSIDE stabilization, this camera is a versatile tool for everyday photography, macro shooting, and creative high- or low-angle compositions.
CONDITION NOTE (GOOD / VALUE GEAR)
This DSLR camera body is graded in Good overall operational condition. It has been thoroughly bench-tested and fires crisply with all dials, switches, and dual card slots working perfectly.
Included Accessories: Ships complete with one system battery, a matching wall charger, and the rubber viewfinder eyecup.
Please Note: The camera body cap is NOT included in this listing.
12.3MP Exmor Sensor, BIONZ Processing, & Low-Light Mastery
High-Detail 12.3MP APS-C Sensor: Offers high sensitivity and excellent depth-of-field control, making it easy to create beautiful background blur and gorgeous large-format prints.
Low-Noise BIONZ Engine: Employs advanced chroma noise reduction and Large Scale Integrated (LSI) circuitry. This pairing allows you to confidently shoot in dim lighting up to ISO 12,800 without sacrificing image resolution or fine detail.
Built-In SteadyShot INSIDE Stabilization: Features sensor-shift image stabilization built directly into the camera body itself. This hardware layer provides automatic shake compensation for any attached Sony Alpha or legacy Minolta A-mount lens, making handheld shooting easier at slower shutter speeds.
Dual-Exposure Auto HDR & DRO:
Auto HDR: Automatically captures two distinct exposures and blends them into a single file in-camera, preserving detail in both harsh highlights and deep shadows (recommended for still subjects).
Dynamic Range Optimizer (DRO): Real-time shadow recovery that analyzes high-contrast scenes area-by-area to rescue details hidden in backlighting without slowing down shot-to-shot response times.
Dual Media Storage Slots: Outfitted with twin card slots for storage flexibility, accepting both SD/SDHC memory cards and Sony Memory Stick PRO Duo/PRO-HG Duo media.
Advanced Quick AF Live View & Tilting Screen
True Phase-Detection Live View: Sony’s Quick Auto Focus Live View bypasses the slow contrast-detection lag found in typical DSLRs. It uses standard high-speed phase-detection autofocus even when using the rear screen, keeping response snappy and precise.
9-Point AF Sensor with Center Cross: Features a reliable 9-point focus matrix with a high-precision center cross-type sensor. Integrated predictive focus control automatically calculates the position of fast-moving subjects.
Eye-Start Autofocus: Begins focusing the lens automatically the exact instant you raise the camera to your eye, ensuring you are locked onto your target before you even press the shutter button.
90-Degree Tilting 3.0″ Clear Photo LCD: The 230,400-pixel screen tilts up or down 90 degrees, making it simple to accurately frame low-to-the-ground macro shots or overhead crowd compositions.
Manual Focus Check Live View: Bypasses the main sensor for critical tripod and macro focus. It allows for a temporary 7x or 14x zoom preview on the LCD to let you inspect fine structural details on a 1:1 pixel basis.
Smart Teleconverter 2x Digital Zoom: A one-touch digital crop toggle available in Live View that instantly zooms the frame by 1.4x or 2x without degrading image quality via interpolation.
Action Capture & Intelligent Portrait Features
Up to 5 fps Continuous Capture: Fires continuous action arrays at up to 5 frames per second when tracking through the optical viewfinder, and up to 4 frames per second when utilizing Quick AF Live View mode.
Face Detection & Smile Shutter: Optimized for Live View, Face Detection automatically balances exposure, white balance, and focus across up to eight recognized faces. The Smile Shutter setting takes the capture automatically the moment your subject smiles.
6 Scene Modes & 6 Creative Styles: Turn the top dial to optimize your parameters instantly for Portrait, Landscape, Macro, Sports, Sunset, or Night View. Personalize contrast, saturation, and sharpness using six built-in creative picture styles.
Durable Anti-Dust Hardware: Keeps the 12.3MP sensor clear of dark spots using a dual-action system. A static-free coating repels airborne dust, while a high-frequency sensor vibration mechanism automatically dislodges particles every time the camera powers off.
Massive 1,000-Shot Battery Stamina: Powered by an intelligent InfoLITHIUM battery pack that tracks precise remaining percentage on screen, yielding up to 1,000 frames per charge using the optical viewfinder (or up to 520 shots in Live View).
Technical Specifications
Sensor Resolution: 12.3 Megapixel APS-C Exmor CMOS Sensor (23.5 x 15.6mm)
Image Processor: BIONZ Drive Engine
Lens Mount Type: Sony Alpha A-Mount (Minolta Maxxum Compatible)
Autofocus System: 9-Point Phase-Detection with Center Cross-Type Sensor
Continuous Shutter Speed: Up to 5 fps (Viewfinder) | Up to 4 fps (Live View)
Light Sensitivity Range: ISO 100 to ISO 12,800
File Formats: RAW (.ARW), JPEG (Fine/Standard), or Simultaneous RAW+JPEG
In-Body Stabilization: SteadyShot INSIDE Sensor-Shift Technology
Rear Display: 3.0-Inch 230k-Dot Tilting Clear Photo LCD (Tilts 90° Up/Down)
Built-In Flash: Auto Pop-Up Strobe (GN 12) with Wireless Flash Trigger Control
A/V Interface: HDMI Type C Output with BRAVIA Sync Support | USB 2.0 Terminal
Storage Interface: Dual Individual Slots (1 x SD/SDHC | 1 x Memory Stick PRO Duo)
Weight: Approx. 21.1 oz (599 grams) Body Only
