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Sony α A330 Digital SLR camera

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  • - SLR Camera Kit 10.2 MP CCD Black
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DSLR-A330 + DT 18 - 55 mm + DT 55 - 200 mm - Light, compact, easy-to-use Digital Single Lens Reflex (D-SLR) camera - body only. 10.2 megapixels, SteadyShot INSIDE and Quick AF Live View. HD output, 2.7" tilt LCD and on-screen help guide
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Sony α A330 Digital SLR camera, 10.2 MP, 3872 x 2592 pixels, CCD, 490 g, Black

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Sony α A330 Digital SLR camera. Camera type: SLR Camera Kit, Megapixel (approx.): 10.2 MP, Sensor type: CCD, Maximum image resolution: 3872 x 2592 pixels. Display diagonal: 6.86 cm (2.7"). PictBridge. Weight: 490 g. Product colour: Black

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Reviews
Updated:
2011-08-24 03:19:57
Uk has collected 41 expert reviews for Sony α A330 Digital SLR camera and the average expert rating is 76 of 100. The average score reflects the expert community’s view on this product. Click below and use Uk to see all ratings, product awards and conclusions.
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expertreviews.co.uk
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2011-08-24 03:18:40
Sony's A330 is one of the cheapest DSLRs currently available, particularly if you buy one before 30 January 2010 to take advantage of the £60 cashback scheme. Its headline specifications measure up well against those of its competitors, with a 10-megap...
Bottom line A solid set of features for the price, but performance and image quality are below average...
60%
gadgetspeak.com
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2011-08-24 03:18:47
While a lot of digital cameras have special features – some much better than others – a DSLR camera can normally take a better image, yes they are bulkier and even if you settle just for a single 18-55mm lens you will not regret it...
80%
itreviews.com
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2011-08-24 03:18:51
Whether or not this is your first venture into DSLR photography, the A330 is a lightweight, quick-to-understand model with superior AF Live View and high quality imagery, which nevertheless suffers from niggling design flaws. Sony - Alpha A330 price B...
0%
pcadvisor.co.uk
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2011-08-24 03:19:05
Product Code: DSLRA330LCEH With a petite size and a relatively low price, the 10-megapixel Sony Alpha a330 builds on the strong foundation laid by its predecessor, the a300. Although this camera is clearly intended for the same new-to-digital-SLR cro...
Bottom line Seeing as the Sony Alpha a330 contains a nearly identical feature set and the same imaging chip as its predecessor, this camera is not worth an upgrade, nor is it hearty enough to take on the latest models from Nikon and Canon. But for consumers new t...
80%
trustedreviews.com
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2011-08-24 03:19:10
As a relative newcomer to the digital SLR market, having launched its first model only three years ago, Sony has made a surprisingly large impact, with the latest report that I've seen placing them third in worldwide DSLR sales after Nikon and market lead...
70%
digicambuyer.co.uk
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2011-08-24 03:19:48
An affordable entry-level model with advanced technology that seems to defy its price tag. Too good to be true? Sony’s really moved up the ranks in the DSLR market of late, producing some excellent cameras across the board that have been well-received...
Bottom line The A330s a feature-packed camera that will serve any new DSLR user well in their formative years as a photographer...
80%
alphr.com
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2011-08-24 03:19:55
With its roots in the old Konica Minolta DSLRs, the Alpha range has struggled with styling; no doubt a continuing source of pain to a company as fashion-conscious as Sony. With the A330, however, things are starting to look up. The design has evolved f...
Bottom line Competent, fully featured and easy to use, but a backward step in some respects...
67%
pcauthority.com.au
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2011-11-06 01:33:14
Competition between Canon and Sony in the $1000 bracket of the DSLR market is unbelievably fierce, and we had a hard time picking a winner between the Canon 1000D and the Sony A330. They both offer Live View, and the Sony edges it on display size by on...
Bottom line Some great features and the best Live View mode on test make the A330 superb value at this price...
100%
goodgearguide.com.au
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2011-11-06 01:33:15
With a petite size and a relatively low price, the 10-megapixel Sony Alpha a330 builds on the strong foundation laid by its predecessor, the a300. Although this camera is clearly intended for the same new-to-digital-SLR crowd that the a300 targeted, this model is not enough of an upgrade to entice existing owners. The Sony Alpha a330 is small and lightweight. The a330 is not an upgrade for owners of the Sony Alpha DSLR-A300. This camera is aimed squarely at the smaller-is-better crowd. Its l...
Good Extremely fast autofocus, hot shoe, dynamic range optimiser works well...
Bad Not worth the upgrade for existing owners...
Bottom line Seeing as the Sony Alpha a330 contains a nearly identical feature set and the same imaging chip as its predecessor, this camera is not worth an upgrade, nor is it hearty enough to take on the latest models from Nikon and Canon. But for consumers new t...
80%
electronicsme.com
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2011-08-24 03:18:38
Sony A330 DSLR, which offers consumers a high-quality alternative to traditional high-end cameras. This easy-to-use model is only one of the many great cameras that are available today. Despite lacking features of more prominent digital SLRs, the Sony...
Bottom line If you are looking for a sophisticated DSLR, then you should consider some of Sony's more professional cameras. This particular model is not as complex as it may seem, yet it doesn't sacrifice quality or performance for simplicity. The number of featur...
72%
techworld.com
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2011-08-24 03:18:43
The Sony Alpha a330 is small and lightweight. The a330 is not an upgrade for owners of the Sony Alpha DSLR-A300. This camera is aimed squarely at the smaller is better crowd. Its light weight is quite convenient, but its grip is consequently smaller...
Bottom line Seeing as the Sony Alpha a330 contains a nearly identical feature set and the same imaging chip as its predecessor, this camera is not worth an upgrade, nor is it hearty enough to take on the latest models from Nikon and Canon. But for consumers new t...
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shutterbug.com
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2011-08-24 03:18:54
Sony is not shy about who this new D-SLR is designed for—those seeking to step up from point-and-shoot digicams into the land of interchangeable lenses and easy application of creative controls. A camera like this always presents some challenges for a...
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asiaone.com
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2011-08-24 03:18:56
AS A mid-range digital single lens reflex camera, the 10.2 megapixel Sony DSLR-A330L does not disappoint in the basics.For instance, the number of buttons is kept to a minimum so as not to intimidate the first-time user. All the functions are available...
Bottom line The innovative tilt-angle screen of the Sony DSLR-A330L is great for capturing images from unusual waist-height as well as overhead angles. Apart from that, this model is for the brands die-hards...
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cameralabs.com
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2011-08-24 03:19:00
Sony’s Alpha DSLR-A330 is one the company’s latest entry-level DSLRs. Announced in May 2009, it’s the successor to the Alpha A300, and inherits many features from this earlier model including the same 10.2 Megapixel CCD sensor, built-in image stabi...
Good Built-in IS which works with any lens, Quick and fuss-free Live View, Vertically-tilting monitor, Beginner-friendly user interface.
Bad More noise than rivals at high ISOs, Slow continuous shooting, No movie mode, Body shape may not be to all tastes.
Bottom line When Sony announced the Alpha A330 (and its siblings the A230 and A380), it wasn’t hard to understand why many enthusiasts were disappointed. Most have become accustomed to new cameras featuring more powerful specifications such as higher resolution...
82%
pcworld.com_techhive.com
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2011-08-24 03:19:07
With a petite size and a relatively low price, the 10-megapixel Sony Alpha a330 ($650 with 18-55mm lens, as of 8/25/2009) builds on the strong foundation laid by its predecessor, the a300. Though this camera is clearly intended for the same new-to-digi...
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steves-digicams.com
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2011-08-24 03:19:12
Sony is making it easy for first-time digital SLR buyers to step up from point-and-shoot digital still cameras with the introduction today of three new easy-to-use a (alpha) cameras (models DSLR-A380, DSLR...
Bottom line Updated: 8/21/2009Sonys DSLR-A330 (aka the Alpha 330) is a simple yet powerful dSLR that offers a great deal of control, while at the same time providing exposure options for the simplest of users. Like we saw last year, Sony announced three dSLR mode...
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photographyblog.com
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2011-08-24 03:19:14
The Sony A330 is a new 10.2 megapixel DSLR camera featuring a restyled external design and enhanced user interface, both intended to make it easier to use for people new to SLR photography. Replacing the A300 model, the A330 retains all of its predec...
Bottom line It is not uncommon for a camera manufacturer to release an incremental upgrade to an existing model - we have seen this in the past from basically all the major players. Sometimes the new camera will lose some of its predecessors functionality while...
70%
photographybay.com
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2011-08-24 03:19:24
The Sony A330 is 10.2-megapixel DSLR that is a follow-up to the groundbreaking A300. I wouldn’t necessarily call the Sony A330 an upgrade to the A300 – more like a refresh.First off, let me get to the point of who this camera is for – consumers upgrad...
Bottom line Like I said at the outset of this review, the Sony A330 is an excellent camera for those of you looking to make the switch from a point and shoot camera to a DSLR. If you like being able to frame your scene on the back of the camera’s LCD, you’ll love...
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popphoto.com
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2011-08-24 03:19:40
There are always tradeoffs to consider when choosing an entry-level DSLR. We find a flexible LCD more useful than video capture, but if you’re a family shooter who likes to switch quickly between stills and movies, you may disagree and miss the video...
Bottom line There are always tradeoffs to consider when choosing an entry-level DSLR. We find a flexible LCD more useful than video capture, but if you’re a family shooter who likes to switch quickly between stills and movies, you may disagree and miss the vide...
0%
Digitaltrends.com
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2011-08-24 03:19:53
The Sony Alpha DSLR-A330, which we review, is great for first-time DSLR buyers.SummaryWe hoped the new Olympus E-620 would give Canon and Nikon a modicum of competition in the cut-throat DSLR arena, but no such luck—the camera simply didn’t measure up...
Good Affordable 10.2MP DSLR with built-in IS, Live View...
Bad Fewer FPS than competitors...
Bottom line We have no reservations suggesting first-time DSLR buyers pick up the Sony alpha DSLR-A330...
80%