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Sony Alpha a560

Sony Alpha a560

30 reviews

Apr, 2024

Positive
performance (6)
image quality (5)
screen (4)
battery (2)
usability (2)

Negative
sensor (4)

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alaTest has collected and analyzed 30 reviews of Sony Alpha a560. The average rating for this product is 4.4/5, compared to an average rating of 4.3/5 for other Digital Compact Cameras for all reviews. Reviewers are impressed by the battery and usability. The image quality and screen also get good views, but many are negative about the sensor.

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We analyzed user and expert ratings, product age and more factors. Compared to other Digital Compact Cameras the Sony Alpha a560 is awarded an overall alaScore™ of 84/100 = Very good quality.

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Expert review by : Jeremy Stamas (camcorderinfo.com)

Sony Alpha A560 DSLR Camera Review

The Sony A560 is a true DSLR camera that offers Full HD video recording at a 1920 x 1080 resolution. The camera impressed us with its color accuracy and low noise levels, but we were consistently disappointed by its limited manual controls in video...

Dec, 2010

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Expert review by : Richard Baguley (reviewed.com)

Sony Alpha A560

The Sony Alpha A560 is an interesting SLR: we found that it had good overall performance and was easy to use. But there are a few issues that hold it back.

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Dec, 2010

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Expert review by (popphoto.com)

New Gear: Sony A560 DSLR

Just a few weeks after revamping their entry-level DSLR line-up, Sony has taken aim at mid-level users with a notable, if somewhat granular, update to the A550. The A560 shares many features with its predecessor, but the most substantial (if...

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Consumer review (sony.com)

DSLR A-560

This camera is really a great product. it is loaded with features, takes amazing photos and seems to be built very well. I just completed a photography course in which I used this camera and it it out-performed many of the more expensive cameras that...

Easy to use and fast with great photos

none that I have found

Mar, 2011

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Consumer review (cameraworld.com)

A GREAT MID-LEVEL D-SLR.

If this camera is still in production and available it is a great buy. Possibly the end of an era for Sony. I can not believe all the features and tools it offers. HDR & DRO are just a couple of things you will appreciate.

Fast / Accurate Auto-Focus ; Fast Shutter Speed ; Good Image Quality ; Good Image Stabilization ; High ISO Performance ; Large Clear LCD ; Tilt /Swivel LCD

LCD easy to damage

Feb, 2012

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Consumer review (cameraworld.com)

Love this camera

Great camera to learn with and grow with

Easy to Use ; Fast Shutter Speed ; Good Battery Life ; Great Resolution ; Large Clear LCD ; Small / Compact

Feb, 2012

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Consumer review (cameraworld.com)

great camera

replacement for A700. Terrific upgrade

Easy to Use ; Fast Shutter Speed ; Good Battery Life ; Good in Low Light ; Great Resolution ; Large Clear LCD ; Out performs A700 ; Replacement for A700

None

Dec, 2011

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