Sony Alpha DSLR-A390

alaTest has collected and analyzed 153 reviews from magazines and websites. Reviewers are impressed by the value for money and image quality. The screen and performance are also appreciated. Comments are divided on the flash. Some have doubts about the exposure and color.

design, performance, screen, image quality, value for money

viewfinder, video, low-light, color, exposure

We analyzed user and expert ratings, product age and more factors. Compared to other Digital SLR Cameras the Sony Alpha DSLR-A390 is awarded an overall alaScore™ of 91/100 = Excellent quality.

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Sony Alpha 390 Review

 

This is the latest in our series of new 'Quick Reviews.' We will be using this format for cameras that are operationally similar and identical in terms of output to models we've already reviewed. We test to confirm the image quality is identical, then...

Good RAW resolution ; Reliable metering (most of the time - see 'cons') ; Fastest AF in live view among 'traditional' DSLRs (but see disadvantages below) ; Coherent ergonomics for live view operation ; Much improved handgrip over A380 (but still less...

Soft JPEGs at all ISO settings ; High ISO performance not on the same level as direct competitors ; Smallest viewfinder of any APS-C DSLR ; Protruding screen obstructs use of viewfinder, especially if you're wearing glasses ; Limited external controls...

The Sony Alpha 390 isn't a bad camera as such, but there are so many better options on the market that it is hard to recommend. Ultimately, so little has changed compared to its predecessor that its specifications and performance do now look very out...

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Sony A390 Review

 

To my considerable delight, we now find ourselves surrounded by a multiplicity of options when facing a choice of camera, especially in the interchangeable lens division.

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Amazon review summary for the Sony Alpha DSLR-A390

 

alaTest has collected and analyzed 58 user reviews of the Sony Alpha DSLR-A390 from Amazon.com. The average user rating for this product is 4.5/5, compared to an average user rating of 4.5/5 for other products on Amazon.com.

design, portability, usability

95% of reviews on Amazon.com give this product a positive rating.

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Sony A390 DSLR

 

The camera came promptly and works well. I am having a lot of fun with it. I have had no problems so far and am satisfied with the product.

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Great starter DSLR for the money

 

Bought this as our first DSLR after several point and shoots. Quality is great and it is simple to use, weight is good, and battery life is long. Also works perfectly with the old Minolta Alpha lenses. Only negative is the screen always gets messy when...

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Alpha 390 DSLR

 

This apparently is the last DSLR Sony is going to produce that isn't loaded down with needless video capability. I think if you want video, purchase a camcorder.. I was looking for a good quality DSLR with the Sony/Minolta lens mount that is just plain...

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Apples or Oranges...which do you prefer?

 

After reading all the reviews before purchasing the Sony A390, here is my take on this camera, for the money you couldn't do any better. I am a professional graphic designer and illustrator I use this camera for the web and product photography. For...

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Awesome DSLR

 

This is truly an awesome camera. It is capable of taking so many great pictures. The standard lens it comes with (18-55mm lens) is good, but with the right lens/flash for the situation you're photographing, the Sony A390 gets the job done. The camera...

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Good for a beginner, best for outdoors

 

My husband bought me this camera last year for Christmas (2010) because he knew I'd been dreaming of chasing my dreams of professional photography. This is my first DSLR and here are my thoughts from the last year.

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Good for a beginner, best for outdoors

 

My husband bought me this camera last year for Christmas (2010) because he knew I'd been dreaming of chasing my dreams of professional photography. This is my first DSLR and here are my thoughts from the last year. 1) Very poor low-light picture taking...

Product Specifications

Configuration

Autofocus: Yes
Built-in Flash: Yes
Changeable Lens: Yes
Image Stabiliser:Optical Image Stabiliser
Integrated GPS Module: No
Touchscreen: No
View Finder Type:Optical / Electronic Viewfinder + LCD

Connectivity

Bluetooth: No
HDMI: Yes
HDMI Interface: Yes
PictBridge: Yes
WiFi Connectivity: No

General Features

3D: No
Bridge Camera: No
Chip Type:CCD
Product Type:DSLR Camera
Sensor Size:23.5 x 15.7 mm
SLR / Compact:SLR Camera

Lens

Longest Shutter Speed in s:30
Shortest Shutter Speed in s:1/4000

Memory

Compact Flash Card: No
Memory Stick / Memory Stick Pro: No
Memory Stick Duo / Duo Pro: Yes
Memory Type:External
Micro Drive: No
Multimedia Card: No
SDXC Card: No
Secure Digital Card: Yes
Secure Digital High Capacity Card: Yes
XD Card: No

Power Supply

Battery Model:Sony NP-FH50
Battery Type:Sony NP-FH50

Recording

Aperture Priority: Yes
Face Detection Mode: No
Movie / Voice Recording: No
RAW Format: Yes
Serial Shot Mode: Yes
Shutter Priority: Yes
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