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The 10.2-megapixel Sony Alpha A-200 is the successor to the Alpha A-100, Popular Photography & Imaging's Camera of the Year for 2007. The A-200 offers a slightly larger 2.7-inch LCD than the A-100, new firmware, and a top light-sensitivity setting of ISO 3200, all in a more compact body. Sony also says it offers improved optical image stabilization algorithms, an autofocus speed that is 1.7 times faster than the Alpha 100's, improved image-noise control, and a quieter shutter. The new camera's battery system provides a percentage-remaining readout as well. To achieve the Alpha 200's more compact design, Sony removed a top-mounted control dial that provided direct access to several frequently used settings. Fortunately, the designers added a dedicated ISO button to preserve quick access to that setting, as well as a function-menu button for efficient adjustment to other frequently used controls.
In other respects, the Alpha 200 resembles its predecessor, with a 10.2-megapixel APS-C CCD sensor, a Minolta A-type bayonet lens mount that takes Sony, Minolta Maxxum, and Zeiss optics, and a built-in dust-removal system. The Alpha 200 will be available in February 2008 in two kits: The DSLR-A200K kit will include Sony's DT 18-70mm f/3.5-5.6 3.9x zoom lens and be priced at about $700. The DSLR-A200W kit will add a 75–300mm f/4.5-5.6 lens and be priced at about $900. Sony will also sell a full line of accessories for the Alpha 200, including the new VG-B30AM vertical grip. Pricing for the grip has not yet been announced.
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30 |
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| Fastest Shutter Speed |
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4000 |
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| Built-In Flash |
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Yes |
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| Continuous Shooting |
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3 images/sec |
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| Flash Sync Speed |
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1/160 |
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| AF Points |
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9 |
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| Metering Zones |
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40 |
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| Lens Mount |
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Minolta A-Type Bayonet, Sony AF |
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| Screen Size |
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2.7 in |
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| Screen Resolution |
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230,000 |
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| Screen Type |
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LCD and Optical |
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| Maximum ISO |
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3200 |
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| Max Continuous RAW |
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6 |
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| Battery |
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Rechargeable Lithium Ion |
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| Battery Life |
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Approx. 750 shots |
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| Width |
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5.2 in |
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| Height |
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3.7 in |
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| Depth |
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2.8 in |
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| Weight |
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18.76 oz |
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| Release Date |
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February 2008 |
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User Reviews
Here's how our visitors have reviewed this camera.
RATINGS |
AVERAGE RATINGS |
Overall quality |
9
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Ease of use |
9.5
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Fit and finish |
9.5
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Click-to-click speed |
9.25
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Display quality |
9.25
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Flash quality |
9.5
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Image quality |
9.75
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Overall value |
9.5
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