Sony A57 16.1MP DSLR Camera w/ 18-55mm Lens Kit Video

The Sony (alpha) A57 is based on Sony's SLT viewfinder system that uses a fixed and semi-translucent mirror. This enables viewing via a live preview on the LCD screen on the back or through the electronic viewfinder. In addition, the mirror reflects...

it's about balance. Feature set, price, handling, buttons and controls.... I love mid range DSLRS, seem to have a sweet spot most of the time. The A57 gives a fast AF system with 10fps, a nice viewfinder, comfortable and sensibly designed body for a...

Coming in under £600 means the Sony a57 could be the perfect first DSLR, but how do its features stack up?