Sony α A230 Digital SLR camera

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2011-10-04 07:16:28

Average rating:74

Uk has collected 38 expert reviews for Sony α A230 Digital SLR camera and the average expert rating is 74 of 100. The average score reflects the expert community’s view on this product. Click below and use Uk to see all ratings, product awards and conclusions.

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digitalartsonline.co.uk

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2011-10-04 07:15:30

Average rating:60

Weighing around the same as a bag of sugar, the A230 is also a little light on features at first glance. Aimed squarely at beginners, this 10.2-megapixel model has a retro-look on-screen help guide through its 2.7in LCD, illustrating the effects, for e...

Userfriendly; good value; eye sensor focusing; imagestabilised body, HDMIout port...
Plastic feel; blocky design and control layout; uncomfortable handgrip...

pcadvisor.co.uk

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2011-10-04 07:15:35

Average rating:60

Product Code: DSLR-A230 As the lightest-ever Sony digital SLR camera at 450g, the A230 is also a little light on features at first glance. As the lightest-ever Sony digital SLR camera at 450g, the A230 is also a little light on features at first gla...

The Sony A230 digital SLR camera may be a fairly unsophisticated model, but that’s not a bad thing given its target market. It’s a good starter option for those on a budget who aren’t already wedded to Canon or Nikon’s lens systems...

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macworld.co.uk

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2011-10-04 07:15:37

Average rating:60

Currently the lightest-ever Sony DSLR at 450g, the A230 is a little light on features at first glance. Aimed squarely at beginners, this 10.2-megapixel model has a retro-look on-screen help guide through its 2.7in LCD, illustrating the effects, for ex...

User friendly; good value; eye sensor focusing; image-stabilised body, HDMI-out port...
Plastic feel; blocky design and control layout; uncomfortable handgrip...

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pocket-lint.com

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2011-10-04 07:15:42

Average rating:70

Since it launched its initial Alpha A100 in 2006, Sony has slowly but steadily increased the breadth of its DSLR range, inserting models here and there until there is barely any difference between neighbouring Alpha units - the aim of course being inc...

Good, sharp results using 18-55mm standard zoom, user friendly, realistic colours, small form factor, large-ish LCD...
Plastic feel, blocky design, no Live View, grip too small to hold as comfortably or tightly as we'd have liked...
Sony's Alpha A230 is a respectable entry in the starter DSLR canon, easy to use and capable of delivering good results with the minimum of fuss and user input Key specs10 megapixels, HDMI, Li-ion battery, MemoryStick, SD, SDHC...

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v3.co.uk

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2011-10-04 07:15:44

Average rating:80

The A230 is the cheapest and lightest digital SLR camera in Sony’s Alpha range. It costs just under £460 and weighs 450g, including the 18-55mm zoom lines in the standard kit.It has a robust plastic construction, large controls and a new on-screen help...

Light and portable; large, responsive buttons; on-screen help; crisp, clear results...
Camera grip too small...
The Sony Alpha A230 offers lots of features not usually found on cheaper cameras, and gave good results Good points Light and portable; large, responsive buttons; on-screen help; crisp, clear results Bad points Camera grip too small...

computeractive.co.uk

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2011-10-04 07:15:46

Average rating:80

The A230 is the cheapest and lightest digital SLR camera in Sony’s Alpha range. It costs just under £460 and weighs 450g, including the 18-55mm zoom lines in the standard kit.It has a robust plastic construction, large controls and a new on-screen help...

Light and portable; large, responsive buttons; onscreen help; crisp, clear results...
Camera grip too small...
The Sony Alpha A230 offers lots of features not usually found on cheaper cameras, and gave good results...

Photoradar.com

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2011-10-04 07:15:56

Average rating:80

Although the runt in the family, it shares a useful gene with more able Sony SLR siblings. It too has a built-in image stabilisation that will convert any zoom you buy into a shake-busting one; a feature that could save you a pretty penny compared...

trustedreviews.com

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2011-10-04 07:16:01

Average rating:80

All of the major manufacturers have entry-level models in their DSLR line-ups. They are usually sold with a standard zoom kit lens, or a twin lens kit with the addition of a telephoto zoom. Pentax has the K-m (£380 including 18-55mm lens), Nikon has the n...

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alphr.com

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2011-10-04 07:16:04

Average rating:67

The Sony Alpha A230 sits at the low end of its latest range of digital SLRs, but compare the specifications with its bigger brother - the Sony Alpha A330 - and you could be forgiven for thinking there was some mistake. Both cameras look very similar an...

It's good value, but the Alpha A230 is too close in price to the superior Sony A330...

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practicalphotography.com

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2011-10-04 07:16:24

Average rating:80

A new DSLR that replaces the previous model from a brand generally sees a number of changes, and placing the latest a230 alongside the a200 will certainly reveal that Sony has reworked the design to be quite significantly different. But a look at the s...

There are positives and negatives about this budget Sony. We can’t help but think that it lacks Live View and even the tilted screen found on the a380, but at around £400 with lens it is good value. Image quality is very good for the price, and even th...

expertreviews.co.uk

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2011-10-04 07:16:28

Average rating:40

Verdict: A low price for a digital SLR, but the A230 isn't as impressive as its predecessor or its competitors. Sony's digital SLR range has grown from one camera in 2006 to eight this year. The A230 is its latest entry-level model, and replaces the...

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pcauthority.com.au

Updated:
2011-11-06 01:16:37

Average rating:83

Compare the A230's specs with that of its brother, the A330, and you could be forgiven for thinking that Sony had made a mistake. Both cameras share a 10.2-megapixel sensor and create 3872 x 2592 images. You also get Sony's integrated image stabilisati...

It’s good value, but the Alpha A230 is too close in price to the superior Sony A330 to make it a viable choice...

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hereshow.ca

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2011-11-06 01:16:37

Average rating:0

Sony's latest consumer DSLRs have been restyled with new ergonomics and more intuitive interfaces, but retain the best features and technology of their predecessors...

Surprisingly affordable; includes all essential features, Less complicated than average; intuitive operation, Compact, lightweight especially with new 1855mm SAM lens...
Continuous Drive (2.5 fps) is a bit slow for sports photography, The handgrip (of all three models) is too small, No movie mode; Live View only with the a300/a380...

photoreview.com.au

Updated:
2011-11-06 01:16:37

Average rating:85

Sonys Alpha DSLR-A230 is a modest update of the A200, which we reviewed in January 2008. Although this camera was one of three models announced in mid-May, it has taken until mid-September for a review unit to reach us, which is a pity as we were able...

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macworld.com

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2011-10-04 07:15:32

Average rating:60

Editor's Note: The following article is reprinted from Macworld UK. Visit Macworld U.K.'s blog page for the latest Mac news from across the Atlantic. Currently the lightest-ever Sony single-lens reflex camera at about a pound, the A230 is a little ligh...

User friendly; good value; eye sensor focusing; image-stabilised body, HDMI-out port.
Plasticky feel; blocky design and control layout; uncomfortable handgrip.
Editor's Note: The following article is reprinted from Macworld UK. Visit Macworld U.K.'s blog page for the latest Mac news from across the Atlantic. Currently the lightest-ever Sony single-lens reflex camera at about a pound, the A230 is a little...

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buy-n-shoot.com

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2011-10-04 07:15:47

Average rating:80

Sony’s Alpha 230 is one of the lowest priced entry-level digital SLRs on the current market (at RRP $949 for the single lens kit and $1,199 for the twin lens kit) and for those about to graduate to the DSLR realm, it may be an option to consider es...

cameralabs.com

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2011-10-04 07:15:52

Average rating:81

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 st...

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 resolution...

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electronicsme.com

Updated:
2011-10-04 07:15:54

Average rating:88

Sony A230 DSLR review:The Sony A230 DSLR is Sony's most reasonably priced SLR for beginners. In spite of its price, it's packed with features. The camera is being marketed by Sony in two camera/lens combinations - One is the camera body with an 18-55mm...

If you are in the market for your first digital SLR, you won't find a better deal than the Sony A230 DSLR. It has enough advanced features that you won't have to replace it soon, yet it's ease of use allows beginning users to master it in very short or...

whatdigitalcamera.com

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2011-10-04 07:15:57

Average rating:85

Launched at the same time as the mid-range A380 model, this camera heralds a new look for the Sony DSLR range. The previous incarnations have all been slight tweaks on a design that can easily trace its heritage right the way back to the original Mino...

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...

photographyblog.com

Updated:
2011-10-04 07:16:02

Average rating:70

The Sony A230 is a new entry-level 10.2 megapixel DSLR camera, replacing the popular A200 model. Intended to be easier to use for people new to SLR photography, the A230 features a smaller and lighter design and enhanced user interface. The A230 reta...

The A230 is the third and final new entry-level Sony DSLR that weve reviewed, and as with the more expensive A330 and A380 models, its a clear step backwards when compared with its predecessor, the A200. Offering no significant new features and fea...

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pcmag.com

Updated:
2011-10-04 07:16:06

Average rating:70

Sonys latest entry-level SLR shooter, the 10.2-megapixel Alpha DSLR-A230 ($549.99 direct, with 18-55mm kit lens) is competitively priced, captures great images, and delivers a solid feature set for the money. You wont get extras like a Live View L...

Competitive price. Lightweight. Good image quality. Noise is unnoticeable up to and including ISO 1600. Clever interface guides beginners. HDMI port with support for HDMI CEC.
LCD does not support Live View. Kit lens produces soft images at wider apertures. Still image frame rate is a bit sluggish when compared with comparable cameras.
The Sony Alpha DSLR-A230 delivers terrific value and solid shots for an entry-level SLR, but it lacks features such as HD video capture and Live View, which youll often find on higher-end models...

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