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37 Reviews
Average score from experts who have reviewed this product.
Fast autofocus , High magnification viewfinder for its class , Dual card slots , Relatively simple, straightforward operation , Built-in wireless flash and image stabilisation , Helpful SteadyShot indicator
Smallish grip , Default settings produce suboptimal photos
The Sony Alpha DSLR-A230 is a solid entry-level dSLR that will surely have its fans, and it's a better deal than its slightly higher-end sibling, the A330....
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
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...
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...
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 ...
Abstract: 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 ...
Abstract: 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...
