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Sony Alpha 550

Sony Alpha 550
Sony Alpha 550Sony Alpha 550
alaScore 86

25 reviews

Nov, 2024

alaTest has collected and analyzed 25 reviews of Sony Alpha 550. The average rating for this product is 4.6/5, compared to an average rating of 4.3/5 for other Digital Compact Cameras for all reviews. People are impressed by the image quality and size. The price and screen are also appreciated. Some have doubts about the color and viewfinder, while there are some mixed opinions about the design.

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We analyzed user and expert ratings, product age and more factors. Compared to other Digital Compact Cameras the Sony Alpha 550 is awarded an overall alaScore™ of 86/100 = Very good quality.

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Expert review by : Lori Grunin (cnet.com)

Sony Alpha DSLR-A550 review: Sony Alpha DSLR-A550

 

Sony Alpha DSLR-A550

Generally above-average performance for its class; excellent high ISO sensitivity profile relative to competitors; large, tilting LCD; fast Live View autofocus.

Poor color accuracy; Live View provides only 90 percent coverage; awkward design for shooting via optical viewfinder; no video.

If you're a Live View-oriented shooter who doesn't care about color accuracy, the Sony Alpha DSLR-A550's good performance and decent noise profile make it attractive for the money. Otherwise, you can find a better camera.

Feb, 2010
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Consumer review (reevoo.com)

Sony Alpha DSLR-A550Y with 18-55mm and 55-200mm lenses

 

perfect size for my hands and easy to hold and click

cant think any bad but they are very good and am so happy

Jan, 2011
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Consumer review (reevoo.com)

Sony Alpha DSLR-A550Y with 18-55mm and 55-200mm lenses

 

Taking photo's using the bracketing facility can only be taken only at 0.3 and 0.7 stops only.

Dec, 2010
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Consumer review (reevoo.com)

Sony Alpha DSLR-A550Y with 18-55mm and 55-200mm lenses

 

Having been wedded to a Canon EOS for many years, moving to digital was a fraught experience until I found the Panasonic Lumix which supassed all of my expectations apart from shutter speed, so I thought, until I invested in the Sony Alpha 550, now I...

No found so far, apart from perhaps having to invest in a LCD cover to protect the screen, whereas the Lumix has one built in by reversing the screen.

Sep, 2010
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Consumer review (reevoo.com)

Sony Alpha DSLR-A550Y with 18-55mm and 55-200mm lenses

 

Live View, Fast Focusing, LCD Screen, Battery Life, Nice Chunky Feel To the Camera,

Kit Lens a bit Flimsy, Thats about it really.

Jul, 2010
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Consumer review (reevoo.com)

Sony Alpha DSLR-A550Y with 18-55mm and 55-200mm lenses

 

Great piece of Kit, upgraded from A100 which was also great camera

Not found any yet

Jul, 2010
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Consumer review (reevoo.com)

Sony Alpha DSLR-A550Y with 18-55mm and 55-200mm lenses

 

Easy to use and understand by following on screen prompts

Do not like the plastic grey control area

Jul, 2010
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Consumer review (reevoo.com)

Sony Alpha DSLR-A550Y with 18-55mm and 55-200mm lenses

 

Every thing

Jun, 2010
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Consumer review (reevoo.com)

Sony Alpha DSLR-A550Y with 18-55mm and 55-200mm lenses

 

Fast focus, excellent detail in images, high dynamic range facility works extremely well so there is no reason to worry about overexposed skies and underexposed landscapes, light but solid.

Nothing serious. A few art filters would be fun.

Jun, 2010
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Consumer review (reevoo.com)

Sony Alpha DSLR-A550Y with 18-55mm and 55-200mm lenses

 

great camera with great features that produce some of the best photos I have ever taken.

none

Jun, 2010
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