2026-08-17 - Sony Alpha DSLR-A700 Digital Camera w/ Minolta Maxxum AF 50mm Lens

 

Sony Alpha DSLR-A700 Digital Camera

The Sony Alpha DSLR-A700 Digital Camera was first released in 2007. It features a 12.2-megapixel Exmor CMOS sensor, an 11-point autofocus system, and built-in Super SteadyShot sensor-shift image stabilization.

Key Features:

• Sensor: 12.2 MP APS-C CMOS sensor (1.5x crop factor)
• Autofocus: 11-point system with a central dual-cross sensor
• ISO Range: 100 – 3200 (expandable to 6400)
• Shutter Speed: 1/8000 to 30 seconds, plus bulb mode
• Burst Rate: 5 frames per second
• Display: 3.0-inch Xtra Fine LCD with a high-resolution 922,000-dot display
• Body: Magnesium alloy front and top covers with polycarbonate back; weather-sealed design
• Image Stabilization: Super SteadyShot inside the camera body (works with any attached lens)
• Lens Mount: Sony/Minolta A-mount, making it compatible with Minolta Maxxum / Dynax AF lenses, Sony A-mount lenses, and matching third-party brands.
• Memory: Dual media slots supporting CompactFlash (Type I/II) and Memory Stick Duo cards.
• Battery: Uses the Sony NP-FM500H rechargeable lithium-ion battery, which operates at 7.2V–7.4V and typically has a capacity between 1600mAh and 2400mAh.

 

Minolta Maxxum AF 50mm Lens

The Minolta Maxxum AF 50mm Lens was introduced in 1985 alongside the original Maxxum 7000 Camera. It is a prime lens available in f/1.4, f/1.7, and f/2.8 Macro versions.

Key Features:

• Maxxum AF 50mm f/1.7: The most common and widely produced version. It delivers fantastic centre sharpness even wide open and is noted for its compact, lightweight build.
• Maxxum AF 50mm f/1.4: A faster, heavier (235g) lens. It is highly prized for its unique image character and smooth, creamy background blur (bokeh).
• Maxxum AF 50mm f/2.8 Macro: The world's first autofocus macro lens. It focuses continuously from infinity down to 1:1 life-size, making it a very capable, sharp choice for close-up photography.