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Sony Alpha DSLR-A230

  • 30-07-2009 10:04am
    #1
    chezzer
    Closed Accounts Posts: 184 ✭✭


    Is this a decent camera ?

    for a starter DSLR ...


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  • #2
    Stephen P
    Registered Users, Registered Users 2 Posts: 1,891 ✭✭✭Stephen P


    I have the A200 and I think it's a great DSLR. I'm only starting out. I've some pics below in my pix.ie signature that were taken with the A200. I don't know what the difference is with the new model? It might be worth buying with the 75-300mm lens as you're kinda limited with the kit lens.


  • #3
    AnCatDubh
    Registered Users, Registered Users 2 Posts: 6,393 ✭✭✭AnCatDubh


    chezzer wrote: »
    Is this a decent camera ?

    for a starter DSLR ...

    In a word - Yes. It's excellent as a starter DSLR. And as the model ranging is moving on, I understand that there are some fabulous deals to be had on it.

    This particular camera has been discussed extensively over the last week. Have a browse back through the forum and you'll get the gist of it.


  • #4
    Tallon
    Closed Accounts Posts: 22,565 ✭✭✭✭Tallon


    For a starter DSLR its perfect, as ACD said, look back through the old threads to get more info. but if you can get it at the right price, go for it


  • #5
    Crispin
    Closed Accounts Posts: 523 ✭✭✭Crispin


    From what I hear the A230 is a completely redesigned camera interms of ergonomics from the A200, so don't rely on a200 reviews!. Having said that I have no doubt the a230 would be a decent camera and great for a beginner! However I have heard complaints about the size/shape of the A230, a problem that never existed with the A200. My advice, go to a shop and pick it up and see if you like how it feels. If you do, the features on it are good and it's reasonably priced! :)


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