Sony alpha a230

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alaTest has collected and analyzed 27 reviews of Sony alpha a230. The average rating for this product is 4.1/5, compared to an average rating of 4.3/5 for other Digital Compact Cameras for all reviews. Comments about the viewfinder and durability are generally positive. The performance and reliability also get good feedback.

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We analyzed user and expert ratings, product age and more factors. Compared to other Digital Compact Cameras the Sony alpha a230 is awarded an overall alaScore™ of 86/100 = Very good quality.

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alaTest has collected and analyzed 2 user reviews of Sony alpha a230 from Amazon.com. The average user rating for this product is 5.0/5, compared to an average user rating of 4.2/5 for other Digital Compact Cameras on Amazon.com.

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Nov, 2024

Expert review by : Lori Grunin (cnet.com)

Sony Alpha DSLR-A230 review: Sony Alpha DSLR-A230

Sony Alpha DSLR-A230

The Sony Alpha DSLR-A230 has fast autofocus; high magnification viewfinder for its class; dual card slots; relatively simple, straightforward operation; built-in wireless flash and image stabilization; helpful SteadyShot indicator.

Smallish grip; default settings produce suboptimal photos.

The Sony Alpha DSLR-A230 is a solid entry-level dSLR that will surely have its fans, and it's a better deal than its slightly higher-end sibling, the A330.

Jul, 2009

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Expert review by : Gordon Laing (cameralabs.com)

Sony Alpha DSLR-A230

Sony's Alpha DSLR-A230 is one the company's latest entry-level DSLRs. Announced in May 2009, it's the successor to the Alpha A200, and inherits many features from this earlier model including the same 10.2 Megapixel CCD sensor and built-in image...

Built-in IS which works with any lens ; Beginner-friendly user interface ; One of the cheapest DSLRs around

More noise than rivals at high ISOs ; Slow continuous shooting ; No live view or movie mode ; Body shape may not be to all tastes

When Sony announced the Alpha A230 (and its siblings the A330 and A380), it wasn’t hard to understand why many enthusiasts were disappointed. Most have become accustomed to new cameras featuring more powerful specifications such as higher resolutions,...

Nov, 2009

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Expert review by : dcworld (digitalcameraworld.com)

Sony Alpha a230 Review

Although the runt in the family, it shares a useful gene with more able Sony SLR siblings.

Oct, 2009

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Expert review by : Anthony Dhanendran (talktalk.co.uk)

Sony Alpha A230

Entry-level camera with higher-level features The A230 is the cheapest and lightest digital SLR camera in Sonyâs Alpha range. It costs just under Â£460 and weighs 450g, including the 18-55mm ...

Nov, 2009

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Expert review by : WDC Team (whatdigitalcamera.com)

Sony Alpha a230 review

Sony A230 has a sleek new look, but is the latest entry-level Sony a tempting offering? The What Digital Camera review of the A230investigates...

Price, decent noise performance and metering, stylish look

Poor handling and questionable auto white balance

Oct, 2009

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Expert review by (whatdigitalcamera.com)

Sony Alpha 230

With its sleek new look, is the latest entry-level Sony a tempting offering?

Price, decent noise performance and metering, stylish look

Poor handling and questionable auto white balance

Underneath the veneer, very little has changed from the old model but that is not necessarily a bad thing, as this still offers a very competitive performance, and currently a cheaper price than its competitors once you take into account the kit lens. ...

Oct, 2009

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