The Alpha A560 retains its predecessor's 14.2 megapixel, APS-C sized image sensor, along with the A550's unusual secondary sensor that allows phase detection autofocusing during live view, but upgrades the autofocus system significantly. It's now based around a 15-point AF sensor, of which three are cross-type points. In addition, the Sony A560 now allows contrast detect AF in its Focus Check live view mode. Also new to the Sony Alpha A560 is its high definition movie recording capability, at up to 1,920 x 1,080 pixel (Full HD) resolution, with stereo audio -- either from a built in microphone, or an external mic with 3.5mm jack. Sweep Panorama has appeared in Sony's Cyber-shot and NEX-series cameras previously,...(read more)
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