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Review summary: Sony's 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 won't get extras like a Live View LCD ...

Pros: 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

Cons: 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

Verdict: 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 are often standard on higher-end models.

Review summary: The 10.2-megapixel Alpha DSLR-A230 is a decent entry-level digital SLR for those seeking to delve deeper into the world of photography. It's reasonably fast, offers useful design features and is capable of taking some great photos. Just steer clear of ...

Pros: Fast autofocus ; high-magnification viewfinder for its class ; dual memory-card slots ; relatively simple, straightforward operation ; built-in wireless flash and image stabilisation ; helpful SteadyShot indicator

Cons: Smallish grip ; default settings produce sub-optimal photos

Verdict: 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 Alpha DSLR-A330

Review summary: sony alpha dslr-a230 review: 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.

Pros: 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 ;

Cons: Smallish grip • Default settings produce suboptimal photos

Review summary: Sony finally go it alone with the Alpha A230. Matt Grayson gives his views.

Pros: Nice design; Image stabiliser; Dual slot SD/SDHC & MS; Easier GUI (Graphical User Interface); Minimalist design to prevent confusion

Cons: No OK button despite being asked to use it; No live view

Verdict: I'll have to wait for the unit coming into the office before I can perform noise test shots but it's on its way to me as I type so it shouldn't be too long. For an entry level model, it works nicely and feels well made in the hands. I like the smooth, ...

Pros: The Sony Alpha DSLR-A230 has fast autofocus ; high magnification viewfinder for its class ; dual card slots ; relatively simple, straightforward operation ; built-in wireless flash and image stabilization ; helpful SteadyShot indicator

Cons: Smallish grip ; default settings produce suboptimal photos

Verdict: 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.