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Sony Alpha DSLR-A200 is the TIPA 2008 Best D-SLR entry-level DSLR winner!.

TIPA commented the following:

Easy to use, easy to carry and offered at a very attractive price with its 18-70mm zoom lens, the Sony Alpha 200 is a dream camera for beginners who want to start enjoying all the benefits of D-SLR photography. Its 10.2 megapixel sensor delivers top quality images up to ISO 400 and beyond, and the autofocus system is fast and accurate. The large LCD screen gives a clear, bright display when reviewing images, and both the in-camera image stabilisation and the anti-dust system are very effective in use. A superb, low-cost camera that’s easy to use, and a worthy winner of this award. Continue Reading »

CNET reviews Sony Alpha DSLR-A200 and gives the following rating:

• Editors’ rating: 7.0 Very good
• The good: In-body image stabilization; supports wireless flash.
• The bad: Loud; Sony doesn’t have a stable of inexpensive lenses for consumers; oddly located, proprietary USB connector.
• The bottom line: The Sony Alpha DSLR-A200 is a solid entry-level dSLR that doesn’t really stand out in its very competitive field.

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I4U tested Sony Alpha DSLR-A200 and released a two-page detail review. They are happy with its 2.7″ inch large LCD, the 3fps continuous shooting and solid-accurate colors. They found digital noise at 800 and above and recommends user to avoid the 75-300mm bundled zoom.

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TrustedReviews.com had the opportunity to test drive the Sony Alpha DSLR-A200 recently. A number of test were run including ISO performance test, details and exposure test.

Accodring to them:

At 1600 ISO the noise in the darker areas is very visible, and the noise reduction has softened the detail somewhat.

At the maximum 3200 ISO the noise is a lot more noticeable, but the sharpening algorithm has tidied up the edges of the black lettering.

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