Sony A290L DSLR Camera Extremely light, compact, with comfortable handling and easy-to-use features

14.2 megapixels, 2.5 fps, 6.9cm LCD, SteadyShot INSIDE, HDMI®. 18-55mm lens.

• Extremely light, compact and easy to carry
• Fuss-free operation, even for first-time DSLR users
• Very high image quality

Say no to camera shake

Keep things crisp and even. SteadyShot INSIDE reduces camera shake when you’re shooting handheld. It’s great for atmospheric, low-light scenes without flash as well as high-zoom shots when you haven’t got a tripod handy. And it works with all your α lens collection, too.

Quality that won't weigh you down

Who wants to be weighed down by their DSLR? Small, light and comfortable to hold, there's less to carry on days out, weekends away or longer trips abroad. Now there's no excuse for leaving your camera at home.

Control the show in comfort

Connect the camera to your BRAVIA television - then effortlessly control playback functions with your BRAVIA TV’s remote. There’s no need to get up from your favourite chair to enjoy the show in sparkling HD

Beautiful images, razor-sharp responses

The BIONZ processor inside your α camera is the key to its lightning-fast shooting responses. This powerful processing engine handles large amounts of digital information from the camera’s sensor, delivering beautiful, low noise images, frame after frame.

Great results made beautifully simple

Never used a DSLR camera before? Don't worry - help is at hand. There's an on-screen help guide, plus a choice of Scene Selection modes to suit any subject. You'll get amazing results without having to worry about fiddly settings.

Technical specificationsDSLR-A290L

FeaturesDSLR-A290L

• 14.2 effective megapixels - High-resolution CCD Sensor for detailed images and excellent sensitivity
• BIONZ processor - Powerful processing engine for high-quality, low noise images and responsive shooting performance
• Light, compact and easy to use - Light, stylish and comfortable to carry, with redesigned grip for sure handling and uncluttered button layout for simple operation
• 6.9cm (2.7") screen - Clear Photo LCD displays detailed, high-contrast images: with Auto Brightness Control for easy viewing, even in sunlight
• Friendly Help Guide and Graphic Display - Simple on-screen guidance assures easy, intuitive operation, even for first-time DSLR users
• Responsive autofocus - 9-point centre cross AF with EyeStart activation for fast, accurate focusing
• SteadyShot INSIDE - Optical image stabilisation gives up to 3.5 steps anti-shake performance with α-mount lenses by Sony or Konica Minolta lenses
• High sensitivity up to ISO 3200 - Low noise imaging up to ISO 3200, plus high-ISO noise reduction for more natural-looking results, even in low light
• D-Range Optimiser - Analyses image in real time, adjusting brightness and contrast for more natural, evenly exposed backlit scenes
• Creative Styles - Pick from 7 selectable styles to process your image creatively: can be customised for even greater creative control
• Dual anti-dust system - Reduces build-up of dust on sensor during lens exchange
• HDMI® output - HD connector for image display on HD TV (requires optional cable). PhotoTV HD enhances still image viewing on compatible BRAVIA®
• BRAVIA® Sync  - Allows direct control of camera playback functions via BRAVIA® TV’s remote
• Supplied software - Includes Image Data Converter SR; Image Data Lightbox SR; and Picture Motion Browser for easy image management