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Sony Alpha A330L 10.2 MP Digital SLR Camera with Super SteadyShot INSIDE Image Stabilization and 18-55mm Lens
 
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Product Description
The Sony Alpha 330 DSLR camera brings you the freedom of Live View, which lets you compose and shoot photos using a tiltable 2.7" (diag.) LCD screen. SteadyShot(R) INSIDE in-camera image stabilization reduces blur in every shot, while 10.2 megapixel resolution preserves those special moments in stunning clarity and detail. Integrated on-screen Help Guide for easy operation Graphic Display lets you visualize camera settings HDMI terminal with BRAVIA Sync compatibility Tiltable 2.7 (diag.) Clear Photo LCD Plus display High sensitivity (ISO 3200) for superior noise reduction Super-quick AF response to catch the perfect moment Up to 2.5 fps shooting while using the optical viewfinder 6 Scene Selection modes and 8 Creative Style settings Dynamic Range Optimizer enhances exposure and contrast Built-in pop-up flash and integrated accessory shoe Advanced Anti-Dust Technology keeps imager clean Stamina battery power for up to 510 shots Recording Media Type - Memory Stick(R) PRO Duo media, SD and SDHC memory card Recording Mode - RAW, RAW+JPEG, Fine, Standard Still Actual 16 - 9 - up to L size - 3872x2176 (8.4M), M size - 2896x1632 (4.7M), S size - 1920x1088 (2.1M) Still Actual 3 - 2 - up to L size - 3872x2592 (10M), M size - 2896x1936 (5.6M), S size - 1920x1280 (2.5M) Dimensions (Approx.) - 5.0 x 3.8 x 2.8 (128 x 97 x 71.4mm W/H/D, excluding protrusions) Weight (Approx.) - 17.3 oz. (491g without battery, memory card, accessories)

Product Details
  • 10.2-megapixel APS-size CCD image sensor for ultra-fine detail
  • Included SAL1855 18-55mm standard zoom lens
  • SteadyShot INSIDE in-camera image stabilization; Eye-Start Autofocus
  • Tiltable, 2.7-inch Clear Photo LCD Plus display (upward by up to 135 degrees, downward by up to 55 degrees)
  • Compatible with high-capacity Memory Stick PRO Duo, Memory Stick PRO-HG Duo and SD/SDHC media (sold separately)

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Great Camera for old Minolta users!
 
Review Date: January 7, 2010
Reviewer: Kenneth L. Sockwell, California
I've been using this camera for several weeks now and I am very impressed. Here are the pros, in my opinion:

(1) The camera is very light and balanced when using the 18-55 lens. My wife was very surprised at the weight, or lack of it.

(2) Minolta Maxxum autofocus lenses work flawlessly with this camera! I have two old telephotos (20 years old) that produce incredible pictures with the new Sony. My old zoom flash works too, although I have to adjust exposure manually. Although the newer Sony lenses are much lighter, quality older lenses can be purchased on auction sites for a fraction of the cost of new lenses. Just remember: they will be much heavier than today's modern opticals.

(3) The A330 functions well as an automatic point and shoot camera, but also allows the flexibility to set everything manually if desired. I especially appreciate the ease of setting white balance for those flashless shots in changing lighting conditions. Depth of field was easy to adjust using Aperture priority.

(4) Picture quality is outstanding. Viewing the high definition output on my Sony Bravia through the HDMI output is an incredible way to preview photos. My TV remote even advances the photos in my camera as I watch!

(5) It will take both an SD memory card and a Memory Stick Pro Duo card AT THE SAME TIME. When one is full, the flip of a switch changes to the other card. Memory is mostly limited by the size of your wallet.

(6) The 3200 iso setting does well in low light situations, although there is some grain.

Here are a few cons:

(1) Some functions are buried in menus. This seems to be par for the course these days for all camera manufacturers.

(2) In moving up from an 8 mega-pixel camera, this 10.2 creates substantially larger files. It is important to take into consideration what the photos will be used for, and then set the resolution accordingly.

(3) The pop up flash knocks my hat off!


I did a lot of research before purchasing this camera. The primary selling point was the ability to use my old Minolta lenses, and the tilting rear screen. This camera reminds me of my old 35mm. It feels like I am really taking pictures again, instead of merely capturing digital images. Those wanting or needed more features should look at the higher end Sonys. However, for beginner or intermediate photographers, this should fit the bill just fine!

Awesome Camera!!
 
Review Date: January 28, 2010
Reviewer: Rebecca I. Haukaas,
Love love love this camera!! We did our research before purchasing and are really happy with the pictures that we have taken.

Pros:
- Quickest AF on live view that you can find. We have 2 young boys and needed to be able to catch them on the fly without blur. Trying out the other similar cameras out there we found there was no comparison to the speed that the Sony has on live view.
- Size & style are perfect. We actually went with the bronze color for something different and have gotten lots of comments on it.
- Great picture quality and options
- Space for two memory cards at the same time

Cons:
- Screen doesn't flip around to protect it
- My husband blinks in every single picture with the normal flash. No one else does this that I have tried it on except for him. We had to purchase a bounce flash to take a normal family picture.


Because of the blinking problem we went back to the store to try out other brands (he blinks with every single Sony camera). The only one that came close in our mind was the Nikon 5000. Even then, I don't want to give up my Sony because it is SOOOOOOOO much quicker I know that I will just get annoyed with the speed of a Nikon. Even my blinking hubby doesn't want to give it up and purchased the new flash. :)
Eh.
 
Review Date: January 8, 2010
Reviewer: B. Short,
So I got this camera a couple months ago, and I have to say, I am never buying a Sony DSLR again. It seems like the lowest of the low entry level SLR's. I would much more recommend the Canon Rebel XSi, or the Nikon D60 as your entry level. The battery life sucks, and the image stabilization doesn't do much at all. Low light shots turn out GRAINY, and I am just overall not impressed.

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