Compare Prices : Sony Alpha DSLR-A380 - Expert Reviews

Review summary: Sony has revamped its old, entry-level Alpha DSLR-A350. The result is the Alpha DSLR-A380, which sports an innovative live-view mode, a smaller and more user-friendly body, and an improved and quieter 18-55mm kit lens. Most importantly, it also takes ...

Pros: Quick and simple live-view mode ; quieter and smoother autofocus than its predecessor, the DSLR-A350 ; decent kit lens

Cons: Small and gloomy viewfinder ; cheap-feeling finish ; very similar to its predecessor ; expensive

Verdict: The Sony Alpha DSLR-A380's pictures and specs are decent, but, apart from its better kit lens, it doesn't improve significantly on the DSLR-A350. It also costs more and feels cheaper. Maybe Sony thinks there's plenty of mileage left in the old tech ...

Review summary: The Sony Alpha 380 follows directly from last year's Alpha 350, and accompanies the new Alpha 280 and 330 (which will see limited distribution) as the flagship entry-level Sony DSLR. The headline features of the A380 are the same as the A350 - a fold ...

Pros: Amazing Quick AF Live View mode is way ahead of the competition, useful flip-out LCD screen and powerful built-in stabilisation

Cons: Poor image quality compared to similarly priced DSLRs, plasticky build quality, poor viewfinder

Review summary: Sony's DSLR A380 is the top model in a suite of three Alpha DSLR cameras that were announced in late May. Ninety-two grams lighter than its predecessor, the 14.2-megapixel A380 replaces the DSLR-A350 in Sony's line-up. The new camera has been designed ...

Verdict: Like the A350, the review camera was very straightforward to operate, regardless of whether the viewfinder or LCD monitor was used for composing shots. With normal light levels, autofocusing was generally fast and accurate but in dim lighting, finding ...

Review summary: Sony DSLR-A380 test photos : The introduction and availability of the Sony Alpha A380 digital SLR camera make it the successor to the Alpha A350. With the Sony DSLR-A380, a new era begins for the Alpha DSLR camera. A new design, more modern and ...

Verdict: To introduce the Sony DSLR-A380 as the successor of the Alpha 350 is definitely a logical step. Although the 'spec driven' fans were rather disappointed upon getting hold of the technical specifications, it's not fair to take it out on the Sony A380. ...