Sony Alpha DLSR-A200K with 18-70mm lens Reviews: Digital SLR Camera

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This digital camera is a good all rounder. “Price and is very easy to use with some good short cuts to change the shooting settings.” Michael, Preston View all 336 real customer reviews

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336 verified purchasers have reviewed this product.
97% of people recommend it.

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Build Quality	8.8
Ease of use	8.8
Features	8.7
Image quality	9.1
Value for money (at time of purchase)	9.4
Overall rating	9.1

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Peter, Blackpool , “Experienced amateur”

Score 10.0/10

+ Brilliant piece of kit..!

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purchased 07 Feb 2009

Tinker, Wales , “Experienced amateur”

Score 10.0/10

+ Its a dream to use - having always been a 35mm person this is my first digital camera and I can say i am finally convinced. Its so good my dad is getting one who is a semi pro. cant rate it highly enough. The only down side is the not clear instructions regarding the card you need for storage. Other than that its as I say a dream!

- heavy and no protection supplied for screen which easily damages.

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purchased 07 May 2009

matt rampley, stowmarket , “Experienced amateur”

Score 9.0/10

+ Lightweight and easy to get to grips with

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purchased 04 Jun 2009

JOHN, LEEDS , “Experienced amateur”

Score 10.0/10

+ does everything you can expect and more for the price

- not easy to keep steady...I'm getting old!

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purchased 27 Apr 2009

Tim , London , “Experienced amateur”

Score 9.0/10

+ I've been taking photos for nearly 40 years but this is the first SLR I have owned. Shooting with this camera is a great experience - very direct, lots of control. Battery life is fastastic - took it away for a weeks holiday and didn't need to recharge. Camera focuses as you put your eye to the view finder - nice feature.

- No depth of field preview. Kit lens a little soft - but still fantastic value.

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purchased 29 Apr 2009

Anonymous verified purchaser , “Experienced amateur”

Score 8.0/10

+ Actually, A100 camera, not A200. Very good performance for the price.

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purchased 20 Jul 2009

Ralph, Plymouth , “Experienced amateur”

Score 10.0/10

+ 9 focus points, quick auto focus, good kit lens, looooong battery life, manual/auto setups, high range of ISO, konica/minolta lenses compatible, lots of available Sony lenses.

- only 3 frames per second, not many features, should be more programs in auto mode, no live view, you can't lift the mirror to check focus, expensive external Sony gear

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purchased 17 Jul 2009

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Expert reviews for Sony Alpha DLSR-A200K with 18-70mm lens

TechRadar expert review

The Sony A200 is the least expensive model in the company's digital SLR range, and replaces the A100, Sony's first digital SLR.The A100 was, in fact, a development of Konica Minolta's Dynax 5D, which Sony bought up when Konica Minolta decided to exit the SLR market.And while the A200 is now a further generation removed, there are still echoes of the Dynax in the design and handling.Inside Sony's latest Digital SLRThe most obvious example is the power switch, which is still at the back of the camera and the top left, and which still prompts an odd cacophony of mechanical shunting noises…

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reviewed 27 Apr 2008

Product Features

Camera Type	SLR
There are 2 main types of camera: The SLR and the Compact. SLR stands for Single Lens Reflex. SLR cameras use a prism to reflect the exact image as seen through the lens and so offers a more accurate viewfinder. SLR cameras have detachable lenses offering greater flexibility if you wish to take a variety of different photographs. Compact cameras have a built in lens and an ‘above lens’ viewfinder which is less accurate but they are often cheaper, more sleekly designed and easier to carry anywhere with you to capture that moment perfectly without having to fiddle with complex settings or a bag full of lenses.
resolution (Megapixel)	10.2

Optical Zoom Ratio	1
The amount by which the camera optics (lens) can bring the subject closer.
Screen Size in Inches	2.7
Screen size is measured diagonally from corner to corner.
Digital Zoom Ratio	1
Not to be confused with optical zoom, digital zoom enlarges a portion of the image thus simulating optical zoom. In doing so, some image quality is lost.
Face Recognition	No
A function for automatically detecting peoples faces and correctly adjusting the focus and exposure to take the best photo
Image Stabilisation	Yes
If a photo is taken at a slow shutter speed, or at a long focal length, the effects of ‘hand shake’ will be amplified. Some cameras come with built-in image stabilisation which is designed to act against this to produce sharper images. It’s great for low light shots without a tripod, like at a gig.
Colour	Black
The main colour of the product.
Memory Card Slot	Yes
Having a memory card slot allows you to save data to a memory card and then transfer it to another device. For example you may put a photo from your camera or mobile phone onto a memory card and then plug it into your printer to print directly. Memory card slots come in many formats: Compact Flash Card Memory Stick Duo Micro SD Card MMC SD Card SDHC Card
Media Format	Compact Flash
This is the type of storage that your digital camera or camcorder uses to save images to. The main types of card media format: Compact Flash Micro SD MMC (Multi Media Card) SD Card (Secure Digital) SDHC (Secure Disk High Capacity)
Media Format	Memory Stick Duo
This is the type of storage that your digital camera or camcorder uses to save images to. The main types of card media format: Compact Flash Micro SD MMC (Multi Media Card) SD Card (Secure Digital) SDHC (Secure Disk High Capacity)
PictBridge	Yes
An industry standard allowing images to be printed from camera to printer, without needing a computer. CIPA PictBridge Standard Website
Macro Mode	Yes
This mode allows close-up photograpy of small objects such as insects and flowers.
Video Recorder	No
Video recording functionality allows the capture of videos in mpeg or avi format which is great if you want to capture a whole scene, not just one moment.
Manual Focus	Yes
Almost all modern cameras have autofocus. Manual focus allows you to override the autofocus and set the distance yourself. This is especially useful if your camera is struggling to focus in a low-light or confusing scene.
Timer	Yes
Having a timer function is essential if you want to get into the shot yourself. Make sure your camera has this feature if you plan to go on holiday and capture photos of you and your friends or family having fun together.
Under Water	No
An under water feature means your camera is safe to dive with, usually between 3 and 5 metres. Most dSLR cameras will require expensive separate housing so consider investing in a waterproof digital compact first.
Weight (g)	532
The weight of the product in grams.
Flash	Yes
Whether or not your camera has an in-built flash. Flashes are essential for fully capturing a low light image.
Body Only	No
dSLR cameras have detachable lenses and are sold in a variety of combinations. This facet lets you know whether the package your are considering comes bundled with a lens or whether it is just the body of the camera.
Shortest Shutter Speed	1/4000
This is the fastest speed at which the camera can take a photo. Faster shutter speeds really freeze the action and are great for sports photography.
Longest Shutter Speed	30"
This is the longest exposure your camera will take. The longer you take a photo for, the more light is let in and the more motion is captured. Long shutter speeds can give fantastic, artistic results. Try photographing the night sky at 30s or longer to see how the rotation of the Earth causes the stars to curve through the scene.
Dimensions (mm)	98.5x130.8x71.3
The size of the device in millimetres, in width x height x depth.
Resolution (Pixels)	3880x2600
A camera sensor, that captures the photograph, is measured in pixels. The number given here is the horizontal amount of pixels followed by the vertical quantity of pixels. The more pixels a camera sensor has, the bigger and higher quality the image will be.
Max. Aperture Lens 1	f3.5-5.6
Measured in f-stops the aperture of a lens dictates the maximum amount of light captured. If you want to do low light photography look for something with a wide aperture like f2.8. The widest aperture is given as a range as it changes when your lens is zoomed in.
Filter Diameter (mm) Lens 1	55
If you want to protect your camera or camcorder lens from getting scratched you will need a filter. A filter screws on to the front of the lens. The filter diameter is the distance across the lens.
USB Port	Yes
Socket for connecting devices such as a computers and other components
Release Date	5 Feb 2008
The date the product was originally made available for purchase.

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Manufacturer's Description

Superb quality, easy to use Digital Single Lens Reflex (D-SLR) camera. Standard Zoom Lens kit (DT 18-70mm F3.5-5.6). Excellent general purpose kit for everyday shooting. Enjoy Super SteadyShot image stabilisation from wide angle to medium telephoto in a light, compact package.

* 10.2 effective megapixel CCD sensor plus optimised BIONZ processor for enhanced picture quality, reduced image noise and responsive operation * High sensitivity up to ISO3200 with high-ISO noise reduction for successful handheld shooting in low light without flash * D-Range Optimiser adjusts brightness and contrast for beautifully-exposed backlit scenes * Enhanced SteadyShot INSIDE image stabilisation offers 2.5-3.5 steps anti-shake performance with all α-mount lenses* * Large 2.7-inch Clear Photo LCD with easy-to-use function display and percentage battery life indicator * Improved 9-point centre cross AF with EyeStart activation for fast, accurate focusing * Continuous shooting at 3fps (JPEG Fine mode, limited by memory card capacity) * High-capacity InfoLITHIUM battery allows up to 750 shots between charges (CIPA measurement) * Dual anti-dust system protects sensor during lens exchange * *SteadyShot INSIDE was previously known as Super SteadyShot

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