Using the shooting function
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The maximum number of continuous shots
The number of continuous shooting images obtainable has an upper limit.
To shoot continuously at higher speeds (DSLR-A550 only)
The camera shoots continuously at a maximum of seven images per second.
The exposure and focus are set at the first shot.
button t (Spd.Prty.Cont.Adv.)
Notes
• You cannot shoot images continuously when “0” flashes in the viewfinder. Wait
until the indicator disappears.
• You cannot shoot continuously when using Scene Selection modes other than
(Sports Action).
• When [Face Detection] is set to [On], the speed of continuous shooting may be
slower.
The 10-second self-timer is convenient when the photographer appears in a
photo and the 2-second self-timer is convenient to reduce the camera shake.
To cancel the self-timer
Press the button.
DSLR-A550 DSLR-A500
Fine 32 images 12 images
Standard 116 images 58 images
RAW & JPEG 7 images 3 images
RAW 14 images 6 images
Using the self-timer
1 button t (Self-timer) t Select the desired setting
• The number after is the number of seconds that is currently selected.
2Adjust the focus and shoot the subject.
• When the self-timer is activated, audio signals and the self-timer lamp
indicate the condition. The self-timer lamp flashes quickly and the audio
signal sounds quickly right before the shooting.