Sony Alpha A200K 10.2MP Digital SLR Camera Kit with Super SteadyShot Image Stabilization with 18-70mm f/3.5-5.6 Lens by Sony
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Digital camera reviews of Sony Alpha A200K 10.2MP Digital SLR Camera Kit with Super SteadyShot Image Stabilization with 18-70mm f/3.5-5.6 Lens
Digital camera Review: A great DSLR
Summary: 4 Stars
This is a great DSLR at an amazing price. It is a very sophisticated camera yet easy to use. The fucntions you need to change most often are easily accessable, not buried in a menu.
Although this is considered an entry level DSLR, it's far more advanced then that description would imply. You have total creative control over the image as well as in body stabilization.
I would have given this camera 5 stars had it not been for the lens included in this kit. The lens is an old Minolta design that probably worked well with a 6MP camera but its limitations are clear with this 10MP CCD, the lens exhibits a limited area of sharpness and produces retatively flat images.
My suggestion is to buy the body and look elsewhere for the glass.
Digital camera Review: A200 is a step up from the A230
Summary: 4 Stars
Logic would say that the newer Sony Alpha 230 is better than the Sony Alpha 200, but if you look at the specs (shorter battery life, smaller grip and a smaller zoom lens 18-55mm versus the 18-70mm kit lens that comes with the Alpha 200).
What I like about this camera:
- Long battery life
- Easy to use
- Feels substantial (more so than the entry level Nikons and Canons)
- The 18-70mm lens
- You can get used Minolta lenses for great prices on Amazon, eBay and Craigslist
- Image quality
- Focal points
What I am not crazy about:
- Shutter is loud
- Odd hot shoe
- Flash is a little weak (but stronger than the one on the A230)
- Slower
Digital camera Review: AF Illuminator??? Read Warranty.....
Summary: 3 Stars
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Hi guys just wanted to share this with
About a week ago I was taking some nature photograph's ...It was a hot day here in Miami and I was sweating quite a bit. After about 30-40 shots the lcd turned orange then green then the camera died. I sent it to the service center in Laredo TX, They told me there was corrosion on one of the boards and it was'nt covered by the warranty.
Wow...was I dissapointed , They gave me the option to repair it for $350.00 or trade it in for a new camera ....I opted to upgrade to the A300 for $347.00 (Duh!) .
My point ....These cameras should be able to withstand some drops of sweat...we do take photos in the heat.....so take extra care of yours ...unless u want to upgrade to the A300 Hahahah. Another expensive lesson for
I'm looking forward to the A300 it should be arriving by early next week. hopefully the live view will minimize sticking my face on the camera while sweating........hahaha. Hope to post more photos soon...
If I hadnt bought so many accessories and lenses for the sony i wouldve gone another direction.....
I agree it's a great camera for its price. I sold my D40 to buy the A200.
Great sharp shots in daylight. One thing bugs me .....The AF illuminator does'nt work well in dim light. I was actually looking for the AF illuminator on this and could'nt find one. I did some research and one site said it's built in w /the flash....Does'nt work too well as far as i'm concerned ....The AF goes loco in really dim conditions. This is one thing sony should improve on.
.......follow up... i just received my HVL-F36AM flash by Sony and the AF Assist on the external flash works much much better...I reccomend u get one if you're planning to take a lot of shots in dim lighting....
Digital camera Review: All the features I need an more
Summary: 5 Stars
This camera takes great pictures as expected but has quite a few user friendly available adjustments. Being able to adjust exposure is critical to me and there are several simple to use features in the camera allowing you to do that. Shake reduction built into camera works well and allows for use of any lens to take advantage of it.Digital camera Review: Alpha 200, a great entry-level camera for dSLR newbies!!!
Summary: 5 Stars
I'm a newbie in the dSLR world. I made a lot of internet research between the distinct models in the market, always looking for good features and lower price. I nailed my choise down to the SONY A200 with the 18-700mm lens, and I can tell you guys, I'm sooooooo happy with it!!!
*- Feels VERY good in my hand.
*- Optical stabilization in the body, not lenses.
*- Very good build quality, for an entry-level dSLR.
*- The kit lens have a bigger optical range (18-70mm) than the others entry-level dSLR (18-55mm).
*- Superb IQ, nothing to envy the entry-level rivals.
I don't hesitate to recommend all of you this camera, you'll not getting dissapointed going with this Alpha, but always keep in mind a couple of things:
*- Is an entry-level budget camera, don't push it beyond limits, is not meant to extreme situations or weather.
*- Remember is the photograph, not the camera who's gonna take the picture. So... GET CREATIVE!!!