DSLR Comparison reviews
Jun 19

Sony Alpha A200W 10.2MP Digital SLR Camera

Sony Alpha A200W 10.2MP Digital SLR Camera Kit with Super SteadyShot Image Stabilization with 18-70mm f/3.5-5.6 and 75-300mm f/4.5-5.6 Lenses

Sony Alpha A200W 10.2MP Technical Details

  • 10-megapixel CCD captures enough detail for photo-quality 18 x 24-inch prints
  • Kit includes 18-70mm and 75-300mm lenses
  • Super Steadyshot image stabilization; Bionz image processor
  • 2.7-inch ClearPhoto LCD; Eye-Start autofocus system
  • Powered by lithium-ion battery (supplied); stores images on CF I/II and Memory Stick Pro Duo cards

Alpha A200 Highlights

  • Good detail at lowest sensitivities (but some loss of low-contrast detail when shooting jpeg)
  • Class leading battery life (displayed as a percentage)
  • Sophisticated AF system for this class of camera
  • Large viewfinder
  • Solid construction (although slightly cheap looking plastic surfaces)
  • Wireless flash control
  • Efficient in-body image stabilization and dust reduction
  • Comprehensive recording mode display
  • Good selection of image parameters
  • Good ergonomics and control layout
  • Reliable flash performance
  • Good dynamic range, especially in highlight areas
  • JPEG output makes good use of the sensor’s dynamic range
  • Good resolution of high contrast detail (test charts)
  • Manual White Balance Value indicated in Kelvin
  • Reliable metering
  • Comes with a comprehensive bundle of software
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    Manufacturer Description Powerful, versatile and simple to use, the Sony Alpha DSLR-A200 takes photography to the next level for customers stepping up from point-and-shoot cameras. The Alpha DSLR-A200 expands creative horizons with 10.2-megapixel imaging, high-speed processing, high sensitivity, advanced noise reduction and special features like D-Range Optimizer and Creative Style settings. Super SteadyShot in-camera image stabilization works with every lens in a superb optical sys (more…)

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    10 Responses to “Sony Alpha A200W 10.2MP Digital SLR Camera Kit with Super SteadyShot Image Stabilization with 18-70mm f/3.5-5.6 and 75-300mm f/4.5-5.6 Lenses”

    1. Wray says:

      4.0 out of 5 stars
      Software Beware! Love the camera though…
      I love the camera….fun to use and learn….takes great pictures!
      Thankfully you don’t need the software that comes with it because it crashed my computer.

    2. Anonymous says:

      5.0 out of 5 stars
      Memories
      I havae a small digital camera that takes good pictures but I wanted one that would get me some close-up shots during football games that my son plays in.

    3. Winfred says:

      5.0 out of 5 stars
      Great Camera
      This is a great beginner/intermediate camera. Definitely worth the money and the old Minolta lenses work perfect.

    4. Yakov says:

      3.0 out of 5 stars
      The software killed my computer!!!! BEWARE!
      I recieved the camera this week. First of all. You can’t use it till you buy a memory card. The manual is ok at best. However if you have a little experience with cameras.

    5. Anonymous says:

      5.0 out of 5 stars
      best entry level SLR you could hope for.
      I looked long and hard before deciding on what SLR I wanted to buy to enter the more professional level of digital equipment.

    6. Sabah says:

      4.0 out of 5 stars
      I adore this camera.
      I was definitely skeptical about buying a SONY SLR. Because as many know CANON AND NIKON are the top two out of any.

    7. Psyche says:

      5.0 out of 5 stars
      Great DSLR for the price!
      I spent months researching digital SLR cameras and initially bought the Nikon D60 but when I got it, the camera was too small for my hands so I returned it and got the a200 which…

    8. Gambhiri says:

      4.0 out of 5 stars
      Great entry level camera, not quite at a Nikon level
      I have two Sony a200 and a Sony a300. In addition I have a Nikon D40, D40x, D50 and D300. The Sony a200 and a300 have the same sensor as the Nikon D40x/D60 however they seem to…

    9. Prita says:

      5.0 out of 5 stars
      LOVE this camera
      I’m not a fanboy of any model and don’t know a lot about digital photography. Several years ago I purchased a Canon a70 as I was quite involved as an eBay powerseller and needed a…

    10. Yoshino says:

      1.0 out of 5 stars
      How to troubleshoot a camera when the LCD screen is dark or has no display
      The manual list How to troubleshoot a camera when the LCD screen is dark or has no display. Unfortunately my new SONY DSLPR A350 still has a blank/black screen. Help….please.

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