Leaked images and specifications of Sony's A77 DSLR surface

The rumour mills have been churning out reams of news regarding the upcoming DSLR from Sony. However, apart from a single image leak, there has been nothing much to go by, as far as specifications or images are concerned. However now, according to a report by SonyAlphaRumors, this has all changed with a lot of specifications and official press images being revealed. Some of the features of the upcoming A77 DSLR include a 24.3 MP Exmor HD CMOS sensor, 19 points AF with 11 cross sensors, ISO 100-16000, with expandable ISO 50 option. The camera also features video recording capabilities with a full high-definition resolution of 1920 x 1080p. It also has a shutter speed of 1/8000 and 1200 metering mode.

Full list of the specifications rumoured to feature on the A77 are as follows:

• 24.3 MP Exmor HD CMOS sensor
• 19 points Auto Focus sensor with 11 cross sensors
• ISO 100-16000, with expandable ISO 50 option
• Video recording at 1920 x 1080 60p/24p AVCHD 2.0
• P/A/S/M manual controls while recording video
• Burst mode of 12 fps
• Shutter speed 1/8000
• 50ms minimum release time lag
• TrueBlack 921k 3-way tilt LCD
• 3 million dot OLED viewfinder
• Smart teleconverter function with 1.4x and 2.0x option
• Built-in GPS
• Battery life with over over 500 shots
• Magnesium alloy body
• Dust and Moisture proof
• A77 weights 680g