10.3 Megapixel APS-class CMOS Image Sensor
Measuring 21.5 x 14.4 mm, the image sensor of the DSC-R1 is more than 12X the size of the typical digital camera sensor. The Large size of the Complementary Metal Oxide Semiconductor (CMOS) image sensor provides higher sensitivity, lower noise and amazing resolution of 10.3 megapixels - it delivers fabulous detail, perfect for giant, poster-sized prints, professional 4-color offset printing and other advanced applications
Carl Zeiss Vario-Sonnar 5X Optical Zoom Lens
The 5x Optical Zoom lens covers an incredible range from an ultra-wide 24mm to 120mm (35mm equivalent). Exclusive Zeiss T* (T-star) coatings reduce internal reflections, suppress lens "flare" and improve image contrast. The remarkably Wide 24mm Angle (35mm Equivalent) captures scenic and group photos beyond the reach of most D-SLR zoom lenses.
Three Color Modes and RAW Capture
Choose standard sRGB for accuracy, Vivid sRGB to emulate reversal film, or Adobe RGB for advanced applications. Using the RAW mode brings the latent image into the digital darkroom (RAW files must be converted with Sony's Image Data Converter SR software).
Advanced Gradation Control System (AGCS)
The Advanced Gradation Control System Enhances dynamic range, avoids crushed shadow detail and clipped highlights.
Full-Time Live Preview
Live Preview in the electronic viewfinder and LCD monitor shows 100% framing accuracy for total confidence. You can preview exposure and depth of focus so you know what you're getting before you take the shot.
Free-Angle 2.0" LCD Monitor and Eye-Level Viewfinder
Get a more stable shooting platform, with elbows tucked in to reduce camera shake - with the eye-level viewfinder, or users can frame images with the 2.0" LCD monitor that turns and twists through a wide range of movements, so you can hold the camera overhead, position it at your waist, even lower it to the floor to get your shot. Furthermore, Advanced viewfinder/monitor display options enable users to select grid lines, zebra stripes and histogram, or enjoy full-time exposure indication of aperture, shutter speed and Exposure Value (over/under).
Advanced Creative Control and Versatile Manual Exposure
Aperture Priority, Shutter Priority, Program shift, EV compensation and full manual exposure control allow you to adjust quickly for a wide range of shooting situations so you can capture fast action, control depth of field and more. In manual mode, users can adjust the aperture from f/2.8-16, adjust ISO from 160 to 3200, set the shutter from 30 seconds to 1/2000 second, or choose Bulb exposure for up to 3 minutes. Even choose Auto White Balance then fine-tune color temperature by hand.
Dual Media Capability. If you've already invested in high-capacity CompactFlash memory cards, this is the camera for you.