Sony DSLR-A200 - Expert Reviews

Review summary: The A100's Achilles heel to me was not only the just under average autofocus performance but its shutter lag. While one could learn how to anticipate shots and get very decent results, it took quite a bit of practice and skill to get good action B.I.F ...

Award: Recommended!

Review summary: Is Sony's second entry-level model the best value DSLR on the market?

Verdict: The Alpha A200 is an important model for Sony, since it is now the entry model for a growing DSLR system. It ticks all the right boxes, with an attractive and easy-to-use design, brisk performance and good picture quality. Its feature set will leave ...

Pros: Great interface, simple control layout, vibrant colours, strong noise performance

Cons: Pictures are a little soft, some chromatic aberration

Verdict: While its pictures are a little softer than those produced by some competing models, there is no denying the A200 is a great overall camera, with particular appeal to novice users who may be afraid to take the next step.

Review summary: Sony's new DSLR-A200 model replaces the A100 and is targeted at entry-level buyers, for whom it provides all the functions a keen photographer requires. Most of the features that were introduced with the A100 model are provided, including the 10.2 ...

Verdict: Pictures from the test camera were similar to our test shots from the A700, with natural-looking colours and an attractive tonal balance that minimised the need for post-capture processing. Raw files were clean and easily adjustable and the DRO ...

Review summary: The 10MP trendsetter gets a new look and stays a bargain