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Sony Alpha A230L 10.2 MP Digital SLR Camera with Super SteadyShot INSIDE Image Stabilization and 18-55mm Lens

5 December 2009 15 views 5 Comments

  • 10.2-megapixel APS-size CCD image sensor for ultra-fine detail
  • Included SAL1855 18-55mm standard zoom lens
  • SteadyShot INSIDE in-camera image stabilization; Eye-Start Autofocus
  • 2.7-inch Clear Photo LCD Plus display
  • Compatible with high-capacity Memory Stick PRO Duo, Memory Stick PRO-HG Duo and SD/SDHC media (sold separately)

Product Description
Capture your precious moments with improved clarity and reduced blur with the Sony a DSLR-A230L digital SLR camera. Brimming with features, the a A230 combines high-resolution 10.2-megapixel, simple operation, high sensitivity (ISO 3200), and advanced noise reduction. Plus, Eye-Start Autofocus and pop-up flash help you shoot faster while SteadyShot INSIDE in-camera image stabilization works with virtually every lens. In addition to the on-screen Help Guide and convenient Creative style settings, the a A230L has a bright 2.7″ LCD and comes with an 18-55mm standard zoom lens.

Sony Alpha A230L 10.2 MP Digital SLR Camera with Super SteadyShot INSIDE Image Stabilization and 18-55mm Lens

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  • kingrebe said:

    It blurs even slow moving objects in sports mode. My child was just walking by and his face is blurred…big time….I bought the camera because it focused so quickly..DON’T BUY IT unless all of your subjects will be sitting still.
    Rating: 1 / 5

    - 5 December 2009 at 9:26 am
  • Monica S. Lim said:

    This is my first dslr camera. I had the camera for about 2-3 weeks now for my photography class at my university. I have always trusted Sony’s brand and was basically raised on it.

    It’s not a bad camera for beginners like me who are just taking a photography class out of a requirement or if you want to pick it up as a hobby with out spending an arm, leg, and other body parts. It has good crisp, clear images. I even managed to get a picture of one of my small flower buds as it was beginning to open up. It has a huge wide range of colors, easy to use, light weight which is nice because I have a long commute on public transit, basically everything you’re looking for in a camera.

    CONS: I have bad eye sight. Lazy eye plus astigmatism in one of my eyes and astigmatism in the other. I own a Sony Cyber Shot which comes with the “live view” of being able to actually see what you are taking in the lcd screen. This camera does not have this feature. You have to look through the eye piece in order to see what you are about to take. And if you have bad eye sight like me, that is a pain in the butt, especially if you have no tripod on you and are trying to take a picture of something with the larger lenses, which yes this camera is lighter then most cameras but it gets pretty heavy with the larger lenses. I can’t stand the fact that it doesn’t have a LCD screen which you can see out of. Why do I have to pay $200 – $300 for basically the same camera just to be able to see through the LCD screen?

    Honestly, I’m beginning to wish I got the Nikon D060 instead. The bundle is nice but not really worth it.
    Rating: 3 / 5

    - 5 December 2009 at 11:32 am
  • Gary I. Thornley said:

    Everything is great with this product and provider of services. It arrived on the date promissed in excellent condition. The camera does everything that I need and then some. The pictures are beautiful. I would recomend this item to anyone who is looking for an easy to use dslr that gives great results.
    Rating: 5 / 5

    - 5 December 2009 at 1:43 pm
  • Mo said:

    I love this camera. I tested other cameras in the same price range, but preferred this one.

    The portrait setting is great. I am used to shooting a 35mm SLR, so it doesn’t bother me that the LCD screen doesn’t display what you’re shooting. The only con for me is that you usually need still subjects, pictures will come out blurry when your subject is moving too fast, unless they are well lit. However, it helps that you can adjust the shutter and aperture manually.

    Rating: 4 / 5

    - 5 December 2009 at 4:05 pm
  • Alexander Patellis said:

    After about a week with this camera, I really like it. I am a photographer and I needed a D-SLR, I wanted to start small, but not too small, and cheap. I did do a LOT of research before buying this. I would not recommend it if you need to take lots of fast consecutive shots, 2.5fps (frames per second) is not the fastest. Flash recovery time is a bit slow too. If you have large hands this camera might be strange too, the buttons have very little travel and are shallow and the grip is small. The menus and UI (user interface) are very very nice however. Easy to use and navigate. I really like this camera, it is basic, but has advanced features too. Color is pretty good, but for the best results you should play with the settings. Another plus is you can use Minolta lenses too. I would suggest going and buying a telephoto or zoom lens however, because the kit 18-55mm lens is not the best. Another thing is the shutter is kinda loud, not a huge down, but something to take note of. Also has a proprietary hot shoe (where you can attach an external flash) but you can buy an adapter online for about $5. The battery life is also pretty good. I really like it, and would recommend.
    Rating: 4 / 5

    - 5 December 2009 at 6:35 pm

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