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Sony Alpha A230L 10.2 MP Digital SLR Camera with Super SteadyShot INSIDE Image Stabilization and 18-55mm Lens | 
| Brand: Sony
Category: Photography
List Price: $449.00
Buy Refurbished: $339.99
as of 7/30/2010 06:52 CDT details
You Save: $109.01 (24%)
Seller: shopCEoutlet
Rating:  21 reviews
Sales Rank: 401
Media: Electronics
Autographed: No
Memorabilia: No
Batteries: 1
Floppy Disk Drive: None
Optical Zoom: 3
Display Size: 2.7
Maximum Focal Length: 55
Minimum Focal Length: 18
Maximum Resolution: 10.2
Has Red Eye Reduction: Yes
Shipping Weight (lbs): 3.2
Dimensions (in): 8.2 x 7.9 x 6.1
HDMITM terminal with BRAVIA® SyncTM compatibility
2.7" (diag.) Clear Photo LCD PlusTM display
Super-quick AF response to catch the perfect moment
Up to 2.5 fps shooting while using the optical viewfinder
Dynamic Range Optimizer enhances exposure and contrast
Built-in pop-up flash and integrated accessory shoe
Advanced Anti-Dust Technology keeps imager clean
Warranty: 1 year warranty
MPN: DSLRA230L
Model: DSLRA230L
UPC: 027242748699
EAN: 0027242748699
ASIN: B0029U0WWU
Availability: Usually ships in 1-2 business days
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| Features:
| • | 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 | | • | 2.7-inch Clear Photo LCD Plus display | | • | Compatible with high-capacity Memory Stick PRO Duo, Memory Stick PRO-HG Duo and SD/SDHC media (sold separately) |
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Product Description
Sony DSLR Alpha DSLR-A230L 10.2MP Digital SLR Camera Kit With Sony 18-55MM Lens + Deluxe Photography: Capture your precious moments with improved clarity and reduced blur with the Sony DSLR-A230L digital SLR camera. Brimming with features, the A230 combines high-resolution 10.2 MP, simple operation, high sensitivity (ISO 3200), and advanced noise reduction. Plus, Eye-Start Autofocus and pop-up flash help you shoot faster while SteadyShot INSIDETM in-camera image stabilization works with virtually every lens. In addition to the on-screen Help Guide and convenient Creative style settings, the A230L has a bright 2.7" LCD and comes with an 18-55mm standard zoom lens.
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| Customer Reviews:
Showing reviews 1-5 of 21
 very poor build quality June 4, 2010
photographerNW (London, UK)
2 out of 5 found this review helpful
I am really frustrated with Sony and my Alpha DSLR, a product with inferior build quality and a customer service that lays the blame on me instead of acknowledging quality problems. I have bought it sometime in 2007 and only had problems with it. After some weeks it just wouldn't turn on anymore and it took Sony several weeks to get it repaired and back to me. Now when I take pictures the resulting file shows a different field of vision than what the viewfinder showed me. Even worse, there is a black right upper corner in every one of my picture. After several tries to get to the right person to help me, Sony told me that any repair would cost a fixed amount of £114.56. Without even knowing what is wrong with my camera. Asking if this functional failure is normal for a Sony product after three years, I was told that this is normal "wear and tear". For me a camera that is expected by the producer not to last longer than the guarantee period of one year, is not worth paying for. My next camera, or any electronics product for that matter, will for sure not be a Sony product. I recommend for everyone planning to buy one of their products to think hard about how long he/she plans to use it for.
 Excellent budget DSLR with access to an immense array of lenses May 15, 2010
I. J. J. Nieuwland (Amsterdam)
4 out of 4 found this review helpful
First of all: I have never even held a Sony a200, so I can't compare it to the previous model. I did own a Nikon D70 and a D60, however, so I can draw some comparisons there.
The reasons I decided to give up on the Nikons was twofold: first, the user interface that I just couldn't get along with and always found quite cumbersome. And then there's the issue of lenses. cheaper Nikons (such as the D60 or D3000) can only autofocus with AF-S lensen (which have the AF motor in the lens rather than in the body of the camera), which means that you'll have to manually focus older (AF) lenses. For me, that's not an option all the time. I bought a D70 body second-hand to use on my older Nikon lenses for that reason. The D70 wasn't perfect, however: it was an older device with the LOUDEST shutter I've ever experienced (not so brilliant for nature photography, then). But even IF you want to use regular AF lenses, the demand on the second-hand market is such that often, used lenses are hardly cheaper than new ones.
After deciding that consultation of friends was pointless (photographers can get VERY partizan, esp. Nikon and Canon users), I decided to test a number of cameras for myself. The decision between this camera and the Pentax K-m was finally decided in this specimen's favour because of:
- The user interface: everything is intuitively accessible. Sure, you need to read the manual, but you rarely need to refer back to it after you've used settings (my experience with the D60 was VERY different).
- Weight and form: the device is quite light, but not so much that it feels flimsy in any way (admittedly, the Pentax 'feels' still more sturdy).
- Picture quality. A detail (duh!) perhaps, but I found the pictures taken with the kit lens were just a bit crisper than the comparable Pentax or Nikon setup. Furthermore, in-body stability control works like a charm.
But most of all:
- This is basically a Konica Minolta camera, and (almost) the entire archive of Minolta lenses and flashes will fit. For under $100, I purchased some brilliant lenses (four in all) that would have cost me well over $500 had I chosen their Nikon alternatives. So on that score, it offers very good value for money as well. Sony hasn't artificially crippled this model like Nikon has, so any lens will work because of the in-camera autofocus motor.
In all, very happy with my choice. The few idiosyncracies were things I could live with. For some, the lack of a live view on the display may prove to be a deal-breaker, but I never used live view anyway so for me it wasn't a factor.
Good value for money, and brilliant value if you decide to hit the used lenses market.
Chad April 28, 2010
Chad D. Williams
3 out of 27 found this review helpful
We bought the Sony a230 at Costco and loved the camara with the exception that it doesn't have live view meaning you can't see what your taking a picture on the display, you have to look through the viewfinder. I can't go back to looking through a viewfinder after being able to look at the display. We ended up taking the camera back to Costco and will look for something with live view. After talking with Sony the a300 and above all have Live View.
Amazing DSLR for $400 Price Range!!! April 11, 2010
Vanessa Nebenfuhr (Oxford, PA, USA)
1 out of 1 found this review helpful
Hard to find a very good DSLR for under or around $400, and I am very glad I got this one!! Takes continuous shots at 2.5/sec with the right settings so I'm finally not missing anything like I was with my old one. Battery life is outstanding.
The only negative I read in other reviews is that it doesn't show what you are looking at in the LCD screen, only the meters, but it seems to save lots of battery life (my old one had a live LCD and it sucked up the batteries) and all of the meter functions are in the viewing lens, so if you are used to a regular SLR it's even better.
Closest thing to a real SLR with the ease of digital photos.
The right fit for me April 6, 2010
S. L. CHURCH (Farmington, Michigan United States)
1 out of 1 found this review helpful
Right before Minolta was sold to Sony I purchased a digital Maxxum Dynax 7D. It is a nice camera but all those bells and whistles were a bit too complicated for me and because of the weight I almost always had to use a tripod which I really don't like lugging around or taking the time to set up. Mostly I would use my small point and shoot camera and leave the big 7D at home if I went out to take photos.
One day I was at the local Farmers market and there was a couple there selling their photos. I stopped and talked to them and that's when I found out about the new line of Digital SLR cameras Sony was putting out. The wife had a new Sony Alpha 100 and was nice enough to let me play around with it. I was pretty well sold on a Sony after that but at that time just didn't have the money to spare.
Now I'm glad I waited to buy a Sony Alpha because since that time at the Farmers Market there's more to choose from and I like the Sony Alpha A230L better than the Sony Alpha A100 because it's simpler and lighter.
Oh, I have to mention another big plus is that I didn't have to buy new lenses because I can use my Minolta lenses! The one that came with it is very nice though so I might consider buying a couple of Sony lenses too.
So for me, this camera is every thing I've been looking for. It's light, easy to use, easy to hold with my small hand, takes great photos and didn't hurt the pocket book either because Amazon.com had a great deal!
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