Sony Alpha DSLR-A900 (Body Only) Reviews: Digital SLR Camera

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+ This digital camera scores high on build quality. - It has no outstanding negative points.

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Sony Alpha DSLR-A900 (Body Only): See full product description

Ease of use	8.9
Image quality	9.5
Features	8.8
Build Quality	9.5
Value for money	9.1
Overall rating	9.2

Some customer reviews of Sony Alpha DSLR-A900 (Body Only)

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Caroline, Beaconsfield Experienced amateur

Score 10.0/10

Good points:: great for the price and easy to use
Bad points:: noise is an issue at high iso this is a real shame and the main problem I find with this camera

Ease of use	10.0
Image quality	10.0
Features	10.0
Build Quality	9.0
Value for money	10.0
Overall rating	10.0

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Confirmed purchase: 26 Nov 2010

michael, staffordshire Experienced amateur

Score 10.0/10

Good points:: great value for money compared to other brands
Bad points:: noise control compared to other brands

Ease of use	10.0
Image quality	9.0
Features	10.0
Build Quality	10.0
Value for money	10.0
Overall rating	10.0

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Confirmed purchase: 17 Oct 2010

Steve, Wokingham Experienced amateur

Score 8.0/10

Good points:: Great image quality, easy to use. Can program to behave as a APS-C size camera. Steady shot
Bad points:: Quite heavy, hot shoe comptibilty. Availability of fully compatible lenses

Ease of use	8.0
Image quality	9.0
Features	8.0
Build Quality	8.0
Value for money	7.0
Overall rating	8.0

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Confirmed purchase: 13 Apr 2011

David, London Professional photographer

Score 10.0/10

Good points:: Intuitive control layout, solid build, my 2nd 900 and I would buy a third in a heartbeat.
Bad points:: Need's faster AF, I use primarily for motorsports and find the focusing lacking in speed compared to the opposition, more FF lenses needed to get anywhere near C*N*N

Ease of use	10.0
Image quality	9.0
Features	9.0
Build Quality	10.0
Value for money	10.0
Overall rating	10.0

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Confirmed purchase: 12 May 2011

Pete, Richmond Experienced amateur

Score 9.0/10

Good points:: Nothing
Bad points:: Reviewer left no comment

Ease of use	10.0
Image quality	10.0
Features	10.0
Build Quality	10.0
Value for money	8.0
Overall rating	9.0

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Confirmed purchase: 11 Jan 2011

Andrew, Chletenham Experienced amateur

Score 9.0/10

Good points:: impressive detail with full frame sensor.
many useful features and customizable
Bad points:: I had some trouble getting the colour settings to produce a natural look when outdoors in bright sunlight and shade.
The contrast between sun and shade was harsh and had to be adjusted, but that maybe because i am not yet fully familiar with the controls.

Ease of use	8.0
Image quality	10.0
Features	10.0
Build Quality	10.0
Value for money	8.0
Overall rating	9.0

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Confirmed purchase: 05 May 2011

em, uk Experienced amateur

Score 9.0/10

Good points:: build quality!
Bad points:: More focusing points!!
would love more zeiss ,or sony high quality lenses,brither lenses-1.2f ;1.4f with ssm!!

Ease of use	9.0
Image quality	9.0
Features	9.0
Build Quality	10.0
Value for money	9.0
Overall rating	9.0

Was this review helpful? 2 of 2 people found this review helpful

Confirmed purchase: 03 Dec 2010

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Product Features

Camera Type	SLR
There are 2 main types of camera: The SLR and the Compact. SLR stands for Single Lens Reflex. SLR cameras use a prism to reflect the exact image as seen through the lens and so offers a more accurate viewfinder. SLR cameras have detachable lenses offering greater flexibility if you wish to take a variety of different photographs. Compact cameras have a built in lens and an ‘above lens’ viewfinder which is less accurate but they are often cheaper, more sleekly designed and easier to carry anywhere with you to capture that moment perfectly without having to fiddle with complex settings or a bag full of lenses.
Resolution (Megapixels)	24.6

Optical zoom ratio	1
The amount by which the camera optics (lens) can bring the subject closer.
Screen size (Inches)	3
Screen size is measured diagonally from corner to corner.
Digital zoom ratio	1
Not to be confused with optical zoom, digital zoom enlarges a portion of the image thus simulating optical zoom. In doing so, some image quality is lost.
Type of image stabiliser	Yes
If a photo is taken at a slow shutter speed, or at a long focal length, the effects of ‘hand shake’ will be amplified. Some cameras come with built-in image stabilisation which is designed to act against this to produce sharper images. It’s great for low light shots without a tripod, like at a gig.
Type of image stabiliser	Optical Image Stabiliser
If a photo is taken at a slow shutter speed, or at a long focal length, the effects of ‘hand shake’ will be amplified. Some cameras come with built-in image stabilisation which is designed to act against this to produce sharper images. It’s great for low light shots without a tripod, like at a gig.
Touchscreen	No
Touchscreen technology allows you to move and click things directly on the screen using your finger or a stylus pen.
3D	No

Colour	Black
The main colour of the product.
Media format	Compact Flash
This is the type of storage that your digital camera or camcorder uses to save images to. The main types of card media format: Compact Flash Micro SD MMC (Multi Media Card) SD Card (Secure Digital) SDHC (Secure Disk High Capacity)
Media format	Memory Stick PRO-HG Duo
This is the type of storage that your digital camera or camcorder uses to save images to. The main types of card media format: Compact Flash Micro SD MMC (Multi Media Card) SD Card (Secure Digital) SDHC (Secure Disk High Capacity)
Media format	Memory Stick Duo
This is the type of storage that your digital camera or camcorder uses to save images to. The main types of card media format: Compact Flash Micro SD MMC (Multi Media Card) SD Card (Secure Digital) SDHC (Secure Disk High Capacity)
Media format	Memory Stick PRO Duo
This is the type of storage that your digital camera or camcorder uses to save images to. The main types of card media format: Compact Flash Micro SD MMC (Multi Media Card) SD Card (Secure Digital) SDHC (Secure Disk High Capacity)
PictBridge	Yes
An industry standard allowing images to be printed from camera to printer, without needing a computer. CIPA PictBridge Standard Website
Macro Mode	Yes
This mode allows close-up photograpy of small objects such as insects and flowers.
Video recorder	No
Video recording functionality allows the capture of videos in mpeg or avi format which is great if you want to capture a whole scene, not just one moment.
Manual Focus	Yes
Almost all modern cameras have autofocus. Manual focus allows you to override the autofocus and set the distance yourself. This is especially useful if your camera is struggling to focus in a low-light or confusing scene.
Timer	Yes

Weight (g)	850
The weight of the product in grams.
Flash	No
Whether or not your camera has an in-built flash. Flashes are essential for fully capturing a low light image.
Flash	Yes
Whether or not your camera has an in-built flash. Flashes are essential for fully capturing a low light image.
Body Only	Yes
dSLR cameras have detachable lenses and are sold in a variety of combinations. This facet lets you know whether the package your are considering comes bundled with a lens or whether it is just the body of the camera.
WiFi	No
Wifi allows you to connect your device to wireless routers or modems which allows you to connect to broadband internet.
Shortest shutter speed (Fractions of a second)	1/8000
This is the fastest speed at which the camera can take a photo. Faster shutter speeds really freeze the action and are great for sports photography.
Longest shutter speed (Fractions of a second)	1/30
This is the longest exposure your camera will take. The longer you take a photo for, the more light is let in and the more motion is captured. Long shutter speeds can give fantastic, artistic results. Try photographing the night sky at 30s or longer to see how the rotation of the Earth causes the stars to curve through the scene.
Waterproof	No
If your camera is waterproof you will be able to film under water which is perfect for diving and snorkeling.
USB port	Yes
Socket for connecting devices such as a computers and other components.
Dimensions (mm)	116.9x156.3x81.9
The size of the device in millimetres, in width x height x depth.
RAW Format	Yes
GPS Receiver	No

Resolution (Pixels)	6048x4032
A camera sensor, that captures the photograph, is measured in pixels. The number given here is the horizontal amount of pixels followed by the vertical quantity of pixels. The more pixels a camera sensor has, the bigger and higher quality the image will be.
Release date	2008-09-29
The date the product was originally made available for purchase.
Height in mm	11.7

Width in mm	156.3

Depth in mm	8.2

Serial Shot Mode	Yes
Bluetooth	No
Bluetooth is a technology for the wireless transfer of data such as contacts, photos and music between mobile phones, computers and a host of other Bluetooth enabled devices. Read more about Bluetooth on Wikipedia
Autofocus	Yes
Changeable Lens	Yes

Also known as: Sony DSLR-A900 Body Only, Sony Alpha A900 (Body Only), Alpha DSLR-A900 - body only

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Manufacturer's Description

24.6 megapixel Digital Single Lens Reflex (D-SLR) camera, body only. Supreme imaging and professional features. Full-frame CMOS sensor with Exmor™ technology. High-performance pentaprism viewfinder with 100% coverage. High-speed 9-point AF, SteadyShot INSIDE and photo quality 3.0-inch 921k dot LCD.

Ultra-high resolution 24.6 effective megapixel
35mm full-frame CMOS sensor with Exmor™
technology plus on-chip A/D conversion and
dual noise reduction for flawless, detail
packed images
Ultra-bright optical pentaprism viewfinder
with 100% field coverage
Advanced new Dual BIONZ image processor
utilises performance of 24.6 effective
megapixel full-frame sensor for ultimate
imaging performance
SteadyShot INSIDE optical image stabilisation
offers 2.5-4.0 steps anti-shake performance
with α-mount lenses or Konica Minolta a-mount
lenses*
5fps continuous shooting at full resolution
24.6 megapixels
Photo quality 3.0-inch Xtra Fine 921k dot
resolution LCD screen for critical shot
evaluation
Fast, high-accuracy 9-point centre cross AF
with 10 focus assist points and F2.8 sensor
Rugged magnesium body with aluminium alloy
chassis and controls sealed against dust and
moisture
High sensitivity up to ISO6400 (in expanded
ISO range) with high-ISO noise reduction for
clearer low-light shooting
Secondary top-mounted display panel
Evolved D-Range Optimiser delivers beautifully
balanced exposures with rich shadow and
highlight detail, especially in backlit
situations
Intuitive Quick Navi display for fast, easy
access to camera settings
Intelligent preview gives immediate feedback
of adjustment settings
High-capacity InfoLITHIUM battery allows up to
880 shots between charges (using viewfinder)
with % display of power remaining (CIPA
measurement)
Dual anti-dust system protects sensor during
lens exchange
User replaceable high quality focusing screens
(option) in L-type (grid pattern) and M-type
(super spherical acute matte)
HDMI™ output for viewing on HD Ready display
plus PhotoTV HD mode for optimised Full HD
images on compatible BRAVIA television
SteadyShot INSIDE was previously known as
Super SteadyShot

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Here’s a list of the questions other shoppers have asked owners of the Sony Alpha DSLR-A900 (Body Only)

is there any news of firmware upgrades for the adslr 900.

Brian asked on 11 Aug 2010
1. I have not seen any information about firmware upgrades, a good place to check is www.photoclubalpha.com or even on sony's own website
  
  jeff replied on 12 Aug 2010
what is the maximum capacity for the storage media the alpha 900 can use?

garry asked on 03 Sep 2010
1. You can have 2 memory cards in the camera body at the same time, 1 compact flash and 1 memory stick duo. Both cards can be up to 16GB. each. Giving you a total storage capacity of 32GB.
  
  jeff replied on 04 Sep 2010
2. Are you sure that you want to use maximum capacity storage. My personal feeling is that prefer to use 4 GB and 8 GB compact flash cards, so that in the event of loosing one its not a complete disaster. When using colur slide film I would send my films for processing in batches of 4, and not rolls used in sequence. That way if they were lost or there was some problem in the processing I also reduced the chances of a complete disaster
  
  Stanley replied on 07 Sep 2010
hi my name is haz and i have just bought a900 do i have to get the upgrade or this is all ready done. what is the advantages of the upgrade?

Haz asked on 09 Sep 2010
1. The only upgrade i no about is to the sony raw driver, if you are using any other raw converters like camera raw or lightroom then it would not be required.The upgrade enabled the sony raw converter to work on systems using vista 64 bit
  
  jeff replied on 10 Sep 2010
2. Hi Haz,
  
  It is always checking for up grades when you buy, as the camera could have been manufactured sometime before your purchase. Also check every 4 months in case there have been further upgrades.
  
  Stanley replied on 13 Sep 2010
What's the best lens to use for the 900?

A shopper asked on 31 Dec 2010
1. 135mm f1.8
  
  em replied on 17 Jan 2011
Hi all

i want to upgrade from A550 to the A900 but would like some info with regards to if my following lens will work on the full frame sensor on the A900
Carl Zeiss 16-80mm sal1680z
Sony 50mm sal50f14

Many thanks

Chris asked on 03 Apr 2011
1. Hi Chris Yes the 16-80 with fit the A900. Al the sony lens with fit. Also most of Minolta AF lens with fit the A900.Brillent camera but I have the Sony Zeiss lens. but Expensive but worth It. Thanks
  
  Pete replied on 04 Apr 2011
2. Yes Chris the two lens you already own will work on the Sony A900 with no problems.
  
  jeff replied on 04 Apr 2011

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