Sony Alpha A230Y 10.2 MP Digital SLR Camera with Super SteadyShot INSIDE Image Stabilization and 18-55mm and 55-200mm Lenses | 
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| Brand: Sony
Category: Photography
List Price: $649.00
Buy New: $563.99
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Rating:  6 reviews
Sales Rank: 14724
Media: Electronics
Floppy Disk Drive: None
Monitor Size: 270
Includes Software: true
Optical Zoom: 3
Display Size: 2.7
Maximum Focal Length: 55
Minimum Focal Length: 18
Maximum Resolution: 10.2
Has Red Eye Reduction: Yes
Shipping Weight (lbs): 3.2
Dimensions (in): 8.2 x 8.1 x 7.3
MPN: DSLRA230Y
Model: DSLRA230Y
UPC: 027242754720
EAN: 0027242754720
ASIN: B0029U0WXO
Shipping: Eligible for Super Saver Shipping
Availability: Usually ships in 1-2 business days
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| Features:
| • | 10.2-megapixel APS-size CCD image sensor for ultra-fine detail | | • | Included SAL1855 18-55mm and 55-200mm standard zoom lenses | | • | SteadyShot INSIDE in-camera image stabilization; Eye-Start Autofocus | | • | 2.7-inch Clear Photo LCD Plus display | | • | Compatible with high-capacity Memory Stick PRO Duo, Memory Stick PRO-HG Duo and SD/SDHC media (sold separately) |
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Product Description
Two-Lens Outfit - Includes 18-55mm & 55-200mm Lenses! Sony aDSLR-A200: more features, less blur. For family photographers who want greater quality and creativity, the Sony aDSLR-A200 combines high-resolution 10.2 MP, simple operation, high sensitivity (ISO 3200), advanced noise reduction and convenient Creative Style settings. SteadyShot INSIDE in-camera image stabilization works with every lens, including Sony zoom, advanced Sony G-Series, pro-quality Carl Zeiss lens designs and Minolta ±-mount lenses. Stamina power provides up to 750 shots on a fully charged InfoLITHIUM battery. Eye-Start Autofocus and pop-up flash help you shoot faster -- and a bright 2.7-inch LCD screen displays index and high-resolution thumbnail images. Model Features: 10.2 megapixel, SteadyShot INSIDE image stabilization, on-screen Help Guide, Graphic Display, 2.7-inch Clear Photo LCD Plus display, high sensitivity ISO 3200, 18-55mm standard zoom lens Capture your precious moments with improved clarity and reduced blur with the Sony a DSLR-A230 digital SLR camera. Brimming with features, the a A230 combines high-resolution 10.2 MP, simple operation, high sensitivity (ISO 3200), and advanced noise reduction. Plus, Eye-Start Autofocus and pop-up flash help you shoot faster while SteadyShot INSIDE in-camera image stabilization works with virtually every lens. In addition to the on-screen Help Guide and convenient Creative style settings, the a A230Y has a bright 2.7-inch LCD and comes with an 18-55mm standard zoom lens. SteadyShot INSIDE in-camera image stabilization
SteadyShot INSIDE DSLR-A200: more features, less blur. For family photographers who want greater quality and creativity, the Sony a; (alpha) DSLR-A200 combines high-resolution 10.2 MP, simple operation, high sensitivity (ISO 3200), advanced noise reduction and convenient Creative Style settings. SteadyShot INSIDE in-camera image stabilization works with every lens, including Sony zoom
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| Customer Reviews:
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 Amazing Camera August 3, 2010
DE MARR LOWE THOMAS
I am a novice photographer looking to improve my skills. The only issue I have with this camera is Sony's lack of expansion options for it. The next higher Alphas have the ability to attach a lower grip for extended battery life. The lense choises are very broad, but again, less than that of it's big brothers. I'd say if you are a novice with no aspirations for becoming pro, this camera is easy to use and very functional. If you are planning to take the next step, this camera's lack of accessories and a lack of the typical Sony support for this product may be your limiting factors.
 Solid Entry Level DSLR June 4, 2010
Sanket Vaidya (Dallas, TX)
I've owned Sony a230 for more than a month now. Totally satisfied with the camera. It takes great pictures and very easy to use.
This being my first DSLR, I'm pretty much overwhelmed with the quality.
Have mostly taken pictures in Auto mode with 18-55mm and 75-300mm lenses. Loved the telephoto(75-300mm) lens, which is a must for any dslr.
As of June2010, Only Sony DSLRs can take 16:9 photos that could fill your wide-screen TV. With other cameras, there would be two black bars on the sides.
Sony Alpha DSLR 230 March 15, 2010
soredix
2 out of 2 found this review helpful
My original intention was simple: purchase a reasonably priced digital camera without video that included, in one lens, an adequate wide angle and generous telephoto capacity. The megazooms neatly fulfilled these requirements. However, their poor picture quality and video feature eliminated them from consideration. So, I explored the entry level DSLR category and eventually bought the A230 two lens package which I have owned for about a month. The experience has been both satisfying and frustrating. Picture quality is pretty good but, the 55-200 zoom doesn't extend far enough. The purchase of a longer lens maybe necessary.
Pros: Good picture quality, helpful LCD screen graphic display, comfortable small grip.
Cons: No live view, slow continuous shooting.
I would recommend the A230 to beginners and advanced amateurs making the transition to a DSLR camera.
Love it! February 23, 2010
Marina Galant
1 out of 1 found this review helpful
Just a great camera.
Really good camera for the beginners who want to learn and understand photography. You can still make great pictures in auto mode when you're lazy. And it's easy to use manual modes because interface is really comfortable. And you can see all the explanations of the function there as you use them.
Good results in difficult conditions - bad\no light, sport events e.t.c
Good battery life. Actually never saw a low battery sign even after two days full of pictures. Although I usally don't use flash.
The camera is light and small compared to other SLR cameras that was really important for me.
Lense kit is good and light. Although I don't have anything to compare it to.
Love it. One of my best purchases.
Great Value, Not For Large Hands November 12, 2009
Pablo Castro (Bogotá, Colombia)
7 out of 7 found this review helpful
After years of using Minolta and Canon SLRs, I had wanted a DSLR for a long time... but had a limited budget. The Alpha 230 is a great discovery in this sense, because you have almost all the pro features you need, including a very nice ISO range that goes up to 3200, plus two quality zoom lenses, for around 500 bucks.
That's the essence, but let me start with my first impressions... As soon as I pulled it out of the box and held it in my right hand, it felt too small. I can't hold it quite as firmly as my other cameras. I asked my girlfriend to hold it, and Voila! Perfect Fit. So I guess this camera is highly recommended for Cinderella photographers. So much, that I immediately looked into the Accesories catalogue for a Vertical grip, which usually makes the camera much larger... and found that Sony has three options, neither of which is compatible with the A230. I think that if I still lived in the USA, I would've returned this for another Sony Alpha that's a little larger (and a little more expensive) like the A300. But I'm in Colombia, and I just paid an additional 90 bucks just to get my big ol' hands on this baby, so I'm gonna have to get used to it. That said, I am aware that in most cases the main support for the camera's weight is actually my left hand, making its awkwardly small size a reminder of the proper way to hold a camera...
Since I first tried it out at night, one of the first things I tried out were the high ISO settings... and they were simply awesome for night shooting. Of course, when you push it too much you get noticeable noise, but that was no surprise... I was trying to shoot my cat in virtually NO light and no flash. The menus are really nice, helping you graphically to achieve the exposure you want. Using the camera in manual mode is comfortable, since both aperture and shutter speed are on the same wheel; you just switch between the two by pressing the +- button with your thumb. Construction is plastic, but feels very sold and durable. And the camera is actually heavier than it looks (but that's because it looks so small to me). Battery life seems quite good but still don't have reliable info on that.
I appreciated the in-depth, printed manual... I know it's not very eco-friendly, but those damn PDF manual are no good when you suddenly blank out in the middle of a shoot and can't remember how to the custom white balance works, for example.
Next related purchases: A decent flash unit (possibly using an adaptor for the sucky proprietary hot shoe), a carrying case that doesn't cost half the camera's price (in other words, not from Sony), and a filter kit, mostly to protect the lenses.
Oh, and Amazon't free shipping is the best. It arrived to my Miami address two days before the estimated delivery date.
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