Sony Alpha A230 Digital SLR with 18-55mm & 55-200mm Lens
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The Sony Alpha A230 is a compact DSLR designed around a 10.2 (effective) megapixel APS-C format CCD sensor, that utilizes a Sony BIONZ image processor to capture and process image files as RAW, JPEG, or RAW+JPEG, at speeds of up to 2.5 frames-per-second. The Alpha A230's body design is smooth and rounded, and features flush-mounted yet easy-to-use camera controls. JPEG image files can be recorded in a choice of 3 compression ratios onto Memory Stick PRO Duo or SD/SDHC memory cards.
For indoor snapshots or eliminating 'raccoon eyes' when shooting portraits outdoors on sunny days, the Alpha A230 has a built-in pop-up flash (Guide number 10 in meters @ ISO 100). There's also a hot-shoe for use with Sony dedicated TTL flashguns and other Sony-compatible flashguns.
For composing images the A230's eye-level pentamirror viewfinder shows 95% of the total image area. A rear-mounted 2.7" (230,400-dot) TFT Clear Photo LCD allows you to view 100% of the total image area.
To facilitate sharp, well-exposed images, the Sony Alpha A230 utilizes a 9-point autofocus (AF) system that can be used in single or multi-shot mode. There's also an 'eye-start' mode which kick-starts the AF system when you raise the camera to your eye. For on-the-nose exposure readings the A230 features a 40-segment honeycomb-pattern SPC TTL metering system and Sony's D-Range Optimizer for balanced shadow and highlight details.
Other features of the Sony Alpha A230 include a Dust Reduction system, ISO settings that can be adjusted from a native 100 through an extended ISO 3200, a wide selection of shooting modes, an easy-to-read, easy-to-use menu interface, and Sony SteadyShot INSIDE image stabilization system for sharper imagery when shooting under low-light conditions with all Sony, Minolta, and Konica AF-mount lenses.
The Sony Alpha A230 powers off a Sony NP-FH50 lithium-ion battery, which can capture 500-plus images-per-charge.
- Small, Compact Design
- The Sony Alpha A230 is contained in a rounded compact body that features flush-mounted, yet easy-to-use camera and menu controls
- 10.2 Megapixel CCD Sensor
- A 10.2 (effective) megapixel APS-C format CCD imaging sensor captures sharp images capable of producing detailed, poster-size prints
- RAW, JPEG, or RAW+JPEG Capture
- Image files can be captured in a choice of JPEG, RAW, or both simultaneously, depending on your needs, and JPEGs can be recorded as Large, Medium, or Small to best match your output and/or storage capacity requirements
- Bright Reflex Finder / Bright LCD
- You can compose images using the Alpha A230's reflex viewfinder, which features an adjustable diopter (-2.5 ~ +1.0) and review and edit them on the camera's 2.7" (230,400-dot) TFT Photo Clear LCD
- Built-in TTL Flash
- A pop-up TTL flash (with a guide number of 10-meters @ ISO 100) and enough coverage to light the field-of-view of an 18mm lens (APS-C format) does a swell job capturing party snaps as well as opening up the shadows when shooting outdoors on bright, sunny days. There's also a hot-shoe for Sony and other dedicated flashguns
- Fast 9-Point AF System
- The Alpha A230's 9-point AF system can be used in single-shot, automatic, or continuous mode and configured to 'read' the scene in a choice of Wide, Spot, or 9 Local area modes. Other AF features include Focus Lock, a Predictive Control function, an Eye-start function that starts up the AF system as you raise the camera to your eye, as well as an AF Illumination feature to aid focusing under lowlight conditions. You also have the option of focusing manually with a simple flip of a switch
- Advanced Metering
- The Sony Alpha A230 uses a 40-segment honeycomb-pattern TTL metering system that can be configured to read the image in a choice of segmented, center-weighted, or spot meter settings
- Image Stabilization
- Sony's SteadyShot INSIDE image stabilization system, which is built into the camera body, allows for sharp imagery under low-lighting conditions with all Sony, Minolta, and Konica AF-mount lenses
- Dual Dust Reduction System
- To keep your image files clean (and reduce post-capture retouching time) the Sony Alpha A230 employs a combination of rapid image-sensor shift and anti-static coatings on the camera's low-pass filter
- Scene Modes / Creative Styles
- You have a choice of multiple pre-set exposure modes to best meet the needs of your subject matter and/or lighting conditions including Portrait, Close-up, Landscape, B&W, Sports, Sunset, and Night Portrait/Night View modes. To maintain optimum highlight and shadow details when shooting in contrasty lighting conditions, the Alpha A230 features Sony's D-Range Image Optimizer
- Dual Memory Card Slots
- The Alpha A230 records images onto your choice of Memory Stick PRO Duo or SD/SDHC memory cards
- 500-Plus Exposures-per-charge
- A lithium-ion battery provides 500-plus exposures-per-charge even with heavy LCD use
Go To
| Camera Type | Digital SLR Camera |
| Imaging | |
|---|---|
| Resolution | Effective: 10.2MP, Recorded: 10.8MP |
| Sensor | 23.6x15.8mm APS-C format CCD sensor |
| Bit Depth | Not Specified By Manufacturer |
| File Formats | RAW, RAW+JPEG |
| File Size | Not Specified By Manufacturer |
| Color Spaces | Not Specified By Manufacturer |
| Creative Color Modes | Standard, Vivid, Portrait, Landscape, Night view, Sunset, & Black/White |
| Image Stabilization | Optical Image Stabilization (Sony SteadyShot INSIDE) |
| Crop Factor | Not Specified By Manufacturer |
| Optics | |
|---|---|
| Lens | Interchangeable Lens System |
| Zoom | N/A |
| Lens Mount | Sony a lens, Minolta and Konica Minolta AF lens |
| Focus Type | N/A |
| Focus Range | N/A |
| Accessory Lens/Filter Mount | N/A |
| Shooting Controls | |
|---|---|
| Sensitivity | ISO 100-3200 |
| Shutter Speeds | 1/4000 second - 30 sec, bulb |
| Metering | TTL metering w/ 40-segment honeycomb-pattern SPC |
| Exposure Modes | Auto, Auto Flash Off, Program Auto, Aperture priority, Shutter priority, Manual |
| White Balance | Auto, Daylight, Shade, Cloudy, Tungsten, Fluorescent, Flash, Custom |
| Mirror Lock-Up | Not Specified By Manufacturer |
| Burst Capability | Not Specified By Manufacturer |
| Self Timer | Yes |
| Interval Recording | Not Specified By Manufacturer |
| Remote Control | Yes, (Not included) |
| Flash | |
|---|---|
| Built-in Flash | Yes |
| Effective Flash Range | 10 meters |
| External Flash Connection | Hot Shoe |
| Dedicated Flash System | Sony TTl Dedicated Flash System |
| Max Sync Speed | 1/160 second |
| Memory | |
|---|---|
| Built-in Memory | No |
| Memory Card Type | Memory Stick PRO Duo, SD and SDHC memory cards |
| Still Images per GB | Not Specified By Manufacturer |
| A/V Recording | |
|---|---|
| Video Recording | No |
| Video Resolution | N/A |
| Video Clip Length | N/A |
| Audio Recording | No |
| Viewfinder/Display | |
|---|---|
| Viewfinder Type | Fixed eye-level, penta-Dach-mirror |
| Viewfinder Coverage | 95% |
| Display | 2.7" LCD |
| Connectivity/System Requirements | |
|---|---|
| Connectivity | USB 2.0, HDMI mini connector (Type C) |
| System & Software Requirements |
PC: Microsoft Windows 2000 Professional, XP SP2, Vista Mac: OS X(v10.1.3) or later |
| Environmental | |
|---|---|
| Operating/Storage Temperature | Operating: 32 - 104°F (0 - 40°C) |
| Weatherproofing | Not Specified By Manufacturer |
| Durability | Not Specified By Manufacturer |
| Power | |
|---|---|
| Battery Type | NP-FH50 Li-ion |
| Power Adapter | Not Specified By Manufacturer |
| Physical | |
|---|---|
| Dimensions | 5 x 3.8 x 2.7" (128 x 97 x 67.5mm) |
| Weight | Body only: 15.9 oz (452g) |
REVIEW SNAPSHOT®
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Ratings Distribution
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of respondents would recommend this to a friend.
Pros
- Easy to use (6)
- Fast / accurate auto-focus (6)
- Good image quality (6)
- Image stabilization (6)
- Fast shutter speed (5)
Cons
Best Uses
- Landscape/scenery (4)
- Wildlife (4)
- Low light (3)
- Travel (3)
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Pros
- Easy To Use
- Fast / Accurate Auto-Focus
- Fast Shutter Speed
- Good Image Quality
- Good Image Stabilization
- Large Clear LCD
Cons
Best Uses
Comments about Sony Alpha A230 Digital SLR with 18-55mm & 55-200mm Lens:
I bought this as our first DSLR and was not dissapointed. It's very easy to use and the on screen explanations of the different settings are great. The only minus is that you cant preview your picture on the screen. Give this camera a try.
Pros
- Easy To Use
- Fast / Accurate Auto-Focus
- Fast Shutter Speed
- Good Image Quality
- Good Image Stabilization
- High ISO Performance
- Large Clear LCD
- Quiet
- Tilt /Swivel LCD
Cons
Best Uses
- Landscape/Scenery
- Travel
- Wildlife photos
Comments about Sony Alpha A230 Digital SLR with 18-55mm & 55-200mm Lens:
I use the product for snow skiing pitures
It is very Light and efective
The sequence shooter is a little bit slow
Pros
- Easy To Use
- Fast / Accurate Auto-Focus
- Good Image Quality
- Good Image Stabilization
Cons
Best Uses
Comments about Sony Alpha A230 Digital SLR with 18-55mm & 55-200mm Lens:
We have taken over 400 photos so far and all look great!
The A230 is very easy to use. Ours spends most of the time locked in the 'auto' mode. (Still reading the book.)
I would recommend this camera to anyone who wants to take nice photos and does not want a second mortgage. You just can't go wrong!
Pros
- Easy To Use
- Fast / Accurate Auto-Focus
- Fast Shutter Speed
- Good Image Quality
- Good Image Stabilization
- High ISO Performance
Cons
Best Uses
- Indoors/Low Light
- Landscape/Scenery
- Macro Photography
- Sports/Action
- Travel
- Weddings/Events
- Wildlife photos
Comments about Sony Alpha A230 Digital SLR with 18-55mm & 55-200mm Lens:
This camera is very versatile and easy to use. Although it is a 10.6 px quality camera, you'll obtain great results at any moment. It comes with all the pro's characteristis and amateurs too.
Pros
- Easy To Use
- Fast / Accurate Auto-Focus
- Fast Shutter Speed
- Good Image Quality
- Good Image Stabilization
- High ISO Performance
Cons
Best Uses
- Indoors/Low Light
- Landscape/Scenery
- Travel
- Wildlife photos
Comments about Sony Alpha A230 Digital SLR with 18-55mm & 55-200mm Lens:
The anti shake feature allows hand holding of long telephoto with tripod like results. In the auto mode it shoots like any other point and shoot, yet with the controls available, you can shoot any pic and control the outcome.
Pros
- Easy To Use
- Fast / Accurate Auto-Focus
- Fast Shutter Speed
- Good Image Quality
- Good Image Stabilization
- Large Clear LCD
- Quiet
Cons
Best Uses
- Indoors/Low Light
- Landscape/Scenery
- Sports/Action
- Wildlife photos
Comments about Sony Alpha A230 Digital SLR with 18-55mm & 55-200mm Lens:
This is a great camera and is working great. The software that came with the camera is wonderful. I feel like I could open a studio right now
Comments about Sony Alpha A230 Digital SLR with 18-55mm & 55-200mm Lens:
This camera was bought for my daughter for school and she is loving it. She shot 200 pictures the first day. She loves its ease of use and the clarity of the pictures. The telephoto lens has allowed her to take pictures worthy of National Geograpic.
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What's in the Box
- 18-55mm & 55-200mm Lens
- BC-VH1 Battery Charger
- NP-FH50 Rechargeable Battery
- Shoulder Strap
- Body Cap
- USB Cable
- Software CD-ROM
- 1-Year Limited Warranty
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