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Sony Alpha DSLR-A100

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Sony Alpha DSLR-A100
 
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CNET Asia Review

By Damian Koh
Jul 12, 2006

Excellent

8.1

out of 10

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The good: Overall handling; effective D-Range Optimizer; CCD-shift image stabilization system; anti-dust properties; Eye-Start AF; automatic LCD orientation; 3fps continuous shooting in JPEG format.

The bad: No external status display; stiff controls; volume of mirror flip a tad loud; relatively flat directional control pad.

The bottom line: The entry-level Alpha 100 is designed for enthusiasts who want to jump onto the digital SLR bandwagon for the first time without feeling overwhelmed.

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Average User Rating

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Excellent

8.1

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User Reviews

Great SLR for amateur

Feb 11, 2008

Rating: 8 out of 10 (Excellent)
Pros: Sharp image, fast respond, flash is very strong,
Cons: autofocus is very annoying, macro mode have a problem, plastic looks like cheap, anti-shake is not helpful
Opinion:
this camera is amazing! sony is perfectly adopt konica minolta into this camera. although is same with konica minolta previously, this camera is great. i have tried my camera under the rain (not heavy), and it's still working.I think this camera is good for amateur, although sony is still have a problem with a new SLR. i'm still loved now. try it.


 

a grat dslr camera

Feb 25, 2007

Rating: 9 out of 10 (Spectacular)
Pros: excellent resolution.very good color.very good features
Cons: maual flash
Opinion:


 

Great pictures from a feature rich camera

Sep 6, 2006

Rating: 8 out of 10 (Excellent)
Pros: Good 10 mps sensor,anti shake , dust inhibitor, battery life ,easy use
Cons: Plasticky feel,some noise issues at ISO 1600
Opinion:
The plasticky feel disappears after some use when you begin to appreciate how flexible this camera can be.
The Function Knob and button on top of the camera gives instant access to primary aspects like ISO ,Flash etc Nice feature!
The built in Flash also deserves some praise as being quite powerful and intelligent.

 

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