- BIONZ Processor, with 10 Megapixel sensor
- Features include: Anti-Dust System, D-Range Optimizer and Super SteadyShot Inside
- 2.5 LCD screen with Navigation Display
- CompactFlash compatible (MemoryStick Duo adapter inc.)
- Kit includes DT18-70mm lens
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DSLR-A100 Digital SLR plus Standard Zoom Lens (DT 18 - 70 mm F3.5 - 5.6)Take your photography to the next level with the ±100, the first digital single lens reflex (D-SLR) camera from Sony. The ±100 is set to make advanced digital photography simpler, more accessible and more enjoyable than ever before!
The Super SteadyShot built in to the camera body, a 10 megapixel CCD and our wide range of interchangeable Sony ± mount and Carl Zeiss® lenses deliver an impressive picture quality in any situation. Our Eye Start autofocussing system, 2.5" Clear Photo LCD Plus and an astonishing battery life (750 shots) ensures a comfortable high-speed response and easy usage. The standard zoom lens can be widely used for everything from everyday snapshots to portraits. These impressive features, combined with an advanced anti-dust protection system, ensure you get clean, pin-sharp results every time!
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Truly a camera to shake up the DSLR market!! When Konica Minolta decided to withdraw from the camera market last year, they had just started on a collaboration with Sony. As a result, Sony bought the relevant assets & technologies from Konica Minolta, and continued on the development program on their own. This is the fruit of their labours, and it looks to be an absolute cracked of a camera the chip is a slightly tweaked version of that from the Nikon D200, as that is produced by Sony, the revolutionary Minolta CCD shifting anti-shake system has been overhauled by Sony engineers, now producing the effect of a shutter speed 3.5 stops faster that that used, and the ISO1600 setting is now usable as well. If this weren t enough on it s own to get the camera-buying public s mouths watering, the camera includes 2 separate anti-dust technologies we have already heard anecdotal evidence of people changing lenses in the desert with any problems - and look forwards to trying this ourselves! Added to this, compatibility with the large range of Konica Minolta Dynax mount lenses already in the market, and a range of Carl Zeiss optics being launched by Sony later this year, almost double the battery life of the equivalent cameras from other manufacturers, excellent build quality & well thought out design, it s no wonder that Sony are being very bullish about their future place in the DSLR market.
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89 of 90 people found the following review helpful:
5.0 out of 5 stars
A fine DSLR that's good to use as well as having competitive functionality and excellent technical performance,
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This review is from: Sony Alpha A100K Digital SLR Camera (18-70mm Lens Kit) (Electronics)
I've used a film SLR for most of my photographic life. Then a few years ago I got into digital, and have had two Nikon Coolpix (including the splendid twisty-bodied 4500) and then an Olympus semi-SLR (the 8080 wide zoom, with bend-out LCD screen). Someone stole the Olympus. What should I do?
I was very tempted by the Sony DSC-R1, with it's live twisty LCD and excellent lens. And there is tremendous competition now amongst SLR suppliers, with new announcments from all the majors. But I chose the Sony, and after five days and many hundreds of pictures I'm very pleased with the camera. You can read about its technical performance at www.dpreview.com. What I can add is that this excellent performance is easy and inviting to make use of. The focussing screen is clear, crisp, and bright. I find I often want to use manual focus, and can switch back and forth from manual to auto by simply moving a switch. And there's a depth-of-field preview easy to hand. These controls are typical- what you want is to hand, and works logically (at least, as I expect). With the Olympus after a year's use I was still going back to the manual to find how to do things. The Sony feels familiar after five days. The camera feels good to hold- a good grip is a huge help with avoiding camera shake, which this camera helped further by an antishake system that works with all lenses. And then there are the twiddly bits- for example the fact that the autofocus switches on and the LCD switches off when I bring the camera to my eye (although I find the camera can mistake my chest for my eye when I have it round my neck), and that the LCD image stays upright whether you have the camera horizontal or vertical. These as well as the advantages you expect from this generation of DSLR- instant start-up, very quick reaction to pressing the button, and if you want it three frames a second until you've run out of space on the card (in .jpg). I was pleasantly surprised to find that the standard kit zoom gets you pretty close up to a flower or an insect, and does this at maximum zoom so that you don't find your shadow is interfering with the picture. My first "extra" has been a secondhand Minolta AF 1.7 50mm standard lens, which I have found excellent for snapping people indoors by available light (find your way round Minolta lenses for the Sony at www.dyxum.com). I miss the infra-red remote control supplied with the Olympus (there's a long and a short wired control for the Sony, but at large additional cost). And I'm sure I'll miss the ability to sight a picture down low or up high using a twisty LCD screen. And in some quiet "candid camera" situations the clunk of the mirror which is part of a true SLR can draw attention. But for me the advantages, starting with composing pictures on that fine focussing screen, far outweigh these losses.
22 of 22 people found the following review helpful:
5.0 out of 5 stars
99% of all amateur photographers will be delighted with this!,
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This review is from: Sony Alpha A100K Digital SLR Camera (18-70mm Lens Kit) (Electronics)
INITIAL REACTION: Have just started using the a100 and, after researching for a couple of months, it certainly lives up to its promise. Being a former Minolta film SLR owner, the Sony seemed to be the obvious choice with the alpha mount meaning that most Minolta lenses are compatible. However, since I only own the one Minolta lens, that wasn't really an issue. A MUCH bigger issue is the built-in image stabilization on the a100. It works amazingly well and combined with the feeling of holding a solid piece of kit in your hands, gives you great confidence. Comparing lens prices with Canon EOS400 and Nikon D40 models, it's clear that the Sony SuperSteady Shot is a long-term money saver.
Anyone reading these reviews will also undoubtedly be checking out other sources such as the excellent dpreview and yes, there will be those who have specific requirements - such as high ISO shooting - who may be better served by the Canon or Nikon. Personally, by checking out the models in-store, I found holding the Canon to be a little too cramped and a little on the light side - more in-line with my old Minolta - and I wanted something comfortable and substantial in my hand. The Nikon, on the other hand, just didn't justify me investing so much initially and over the long haul. With some Carl Zeiss lenses on the horizon, I'm fairly confident the a100 can compete in most situations. To sum up: Pros: Great value (inbuilt image stabilization); Eye-start focus is great under the right conditions (and can be deactivated); Fantastic images (which can be sharpened if you find the default settings too soft) - at least up to ISO400; Confidence-building look and feel - makes you FEEL like a photographer!; Easy to use menu system (a little drab, but a first-class LCD with innovative features) and the same ease of use overall as previous Minolta SLRs. Cons: Bundled lenses could be better - they do the job but the look and feel of them lets you know there is more potential lurking in the body; Outperformed by Canon and Nikon at very high ISO settings; Don't like the Compact Flash slot very much - on an otherwise great body, it's a little flimsy;
14 of 14 people found the following review helpful:
5.0 out of 5 stars
Great Camera For the Money,
By M. G. Chisholm "chiefengineer3" (UK) - See all my reviews (TOP 500 REVIEWER) (VINE VOICE) (REAL NAME)
This review is from: Sony Alpha A100K Digital SLR Camera (18-70mm Lens Kit) (Electronics)
I have to first say that I was rather amused by the semi-literate rant from some chap called Oleg. As he does not actually own this camera I'm somewhate bemused by his overly protective attitude towards his Canon, which is I'm sure excellent. I have had this camera for a week now and find it hard to fault. I'm happy to admit that I'm no expert and this was bought as a means to learn DSLR photography having had a Nikon F60 film camera before, however having looked at most of the cameras in this price range it clearly gives one the most "Bang for your buck." 10.2 Mp means photo standard prints at A3, the auto eye focus is a neat idea and very fast. I've compared photos that a work collegue has taken with his Nikon D200 and artistic merit aside the results at our level are hard to differentiate. I will of course accept that a pro will want more but this camera provides every possible mode of operation and a healthy range of lenses given that it's an upgraded Minolta. Sony have a good range of accessories too (mind you don't they all) and of course there are many other third party providers. Definately the best camera for your money. Mind you I bought mine in the US and it cost me three hundred and seventy five quid all in. Isn't it nice to live in the UK.......
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