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Sony SLT-55V Translucent Mirror a55 DSLR Camera, 16.2 Megapixel, Quick AF Full HD Movie, Live View with Phase Detection, 15-Point Autofocus
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Avg. Customer Rating:
 
4.5 stars
(based on 2 reviews)
 
I love this camera!
By littlebirderVerified Purchaser from Vancouver, WA on 4/7/2011
Which of the following features do you use on your digital camera?:
Built-in GPS, Continuous shooting, Digital zoom, Face detection software, Fast Auto focus, HD Video recording, High-speed shooting, Hi-resolution display / AMOLED display, Image stabilization, Interchangeable lenses, Low-light shooting, Manual focus, Night shooting mode, Programmed scene shooting modes, Waterproof
What do you do with your digital images?:
Create photo albums, mugs, t-shirts using online photo sites, Display on digital picture frame, Email to friends and family, Print using a home printer, Save to disk, Use in personal blogs, web sites, and social media sites
Picture Quality (e.g. clarity, sharpness, color):
10
Ease of Operation:
10
Shutter Speed/Lag Time:
10
Variety of features (e.g. zoom, image stabilization, low light):
10
Durability/reliability (e.g. damage resistance, battery life and sturdiness):
10
Overall Experience:
10
How likely are you to recommend your digital camera to your friends, family, co-workers, etc.:
Definitely will
Pros:
Easy To Use, Fast / Accurate Auto-Focus, Fast Shutter Speed, Good Image Quality, Good Image Stabilization, High ISO Performance, Large Clear LCD, Quiet
Best Uses:
Family Photos, Indoors/Low Light, Landscape/Scenery, Sports/Action, Travel, Video, Weddings/Events, Wildlife photos
Describe Yourself:
Photo Enthusiast
Was this a gift?:
No
Bottom Line:
Yes, I would recommend this to a friend

Comments about Sony Sony SLT-55V Translucent Mirror a55 DSLR Camera, 16.2 Megapixel, Quick AF Full HD Movie, Live View with Phase Detection, 15-Point Autofocus:

Along with my Sony G 70-400 lens, this is great for my bird photography hobby. It has very fast focus with the lens unlike my old Sony camera. I love having both the HD video and panarama mode on one camera. So far I haven't found any cons. Love the GPS so I can see where I took a photo.

[9 of 12 customers found this review helpful]

 
Great camera, not good for studio work!
By ErnestVerified Reviewer from Miami, FL on 11/11/2010
Pros:
Easy to Use, Fast Shutter Speed, Great Resolution, Large Clear LCD, Small / Compact
Cons:
Short Battery Life
Best Uses:
Family Photos, Indoors/Low Light, Sports/Action, Travel
Describe Yourself:
Semi-Pro Photographer
Was this a gift?:
No
Bottom Line:
Yes, I would recommend this to a friend

Comments about Sony Sony SLT-55V Translucent Mirror a55 DSLR Camera, 16.2 Megapixel, Quick AF Full HD Movie, Live View with Phase Detection, 15-Point Autofocus:

Being a previous user of an A700 the new A55 is a big step forward, it is sharp, great image quality, light and easy to use. The only big problem here is that the electronic viewfinder (awesome)cannot work independently from the LCD.

Being that the case when I tested it with my Interfit studio light and set the camera to the settings for shooting with the softbox and umbrella the LCD goes almost black and therefore the viewfinder as well so you need to shoot blind.

I called Sony and there was no way to fix that. Hey, is an electronic viewfinder. I returned it to the place I bought it and ordered the A580 from Sony with a optical viewfinder in hope the problem would be solved.

If you don't shoot in studio this camera is great. Otherwise consider the A580.

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