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Sony A330 vs. A300 vs. A700 Review – ISO Comparison

July 27, 2009 By Eric Reagan

The Sony A330 is one of the new entry-level Sony Alpha DSLRs, replacing the revolutionary A300.  The standout feature in the A300 and A330 is the fast-autofocus Live View display.  One step behind this awesome feature is the fact that the screen articulates.  These features are solid and, frankly speaking, put Nikon and Canon’s efforts of Live View in a DSLR to shame.

However, fancy features mean nothing if image quality is not up to snuff.  In today’s digital imaging world, a big component of overall image quality focuses on low light performance – and that means clean images at high ISO.  The Sony A330 and A300’s max sensitivity setting is at ISO 3200, while the Canon Rebel T1i and Nikon D5000 cover the sensitivity range up to ISO 12800 and ISO 6400, respectively.  Sony’s A700 has a max sensitivity up to ISO 6400. [Read more…]

Filed Under: Sony Tagged With: digital camera reviews, iso test, photography, Sony A300, sony a330, Sony A700

 

Sony a200/a300 Replacement

February 24, 2009 By Eric Reagan

A tipster sent in possible info today on a replacement for the Sony A200/A300 DSLRs.

Today I spoke with a friend in a technical service of Sony in […redacted…] and he told me that is possible Sony announce the new a200/a300 substitute Alpha in April.

Just one camera for 2 actual model.

It will use the same a700 sensor and will have LV with phase detection AF. The LCD will be tilting, HD and touch screen. The design will be equal to a200 with a bigger OVF than a200 and
pentmirror. It also will have video HD 720p and 30fps with AF.

Is very probably that Sony incorporate a new feature called “Touch Quick Edition”.

The redacted portion discloses a specific location that I have removed to prevent the identification of the tipster and the friend from Sony.

It would make sense for Sony to consolidate some of the Alpha models, though I would think the A300 and A350 were more ripe for consolidation.  If true, maybe it just means that the low-end Alpha DSLR will now feature Live View – something that the A200 missed out on.

What are your thoughts?

Filed Under: Sony Tagged With: sony a200, Sony A300, sony dslr rumors

Sony A300 Review at Trusted Reviews

February 8, 2009 By Eric Reagan

Trusted Reviews has published a review of the Sony A300.

Image quality is pretty much identical to the A200, so no surprises there. The same 10.2-megapixel APS-C sensor has been used in the A100 and A200, as well as the Nikon D60 and D80, and it is a well-proven piece of kit.

For the latest news and reviews, check out Photography Bay’s Sony A300 Reviews and Resources.

Filed Under: Reviews, Sony Tagged With: digital camera reviews, Sony A300

Sony A300 Review at PhotographyBLOG

December 23, 2008 By Eric Reagan

PhotographyBLOG has posted a review of the Sony A300.

The Sony A300 is certainly a fun camera to use, owing to its zippy Live View performance, tilting screen and advanced feature set. While plastic, it is well made, looking and feeling like it was built to last.

For the latest news and reviews, check out Photography Bay’s Sony A300 Reviews and Resources.

Filed Under: Reviews, Sony Tagged With: digital camera reviews, Sony A300

Sony DSLR Reviews

June 12, 2007 By Eric Reagan

Reviews of Current Generation Sony DSLRs

Sony A230

Sony A330

Sony A380

Sony A500

Sony A550

Sony A700

Sony A850

Sony A900

Reviews of Prior Generations Sony DSLRs

Sony A100

Sony A200

Sony A300

Sony A350

Filed Under: Sony Tagged With: digital camera reviews, dslr, photography, Sony A100, sony a200, Sony A300, sony a330, Sony A350, sony a380, Sony A700, sony a900

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