photo.net Updated:
2011-07-31 07:19:11
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The Sony Alpha A100 is Sonys entry-level digital SLR, competing with the Canon EOS Digital Rebel and Nikon D40x. Its an evolution of the Minolta DSLR line, which Konica-Minolta transferred to Sony in March of 2006. The A100 was introduced in June 20...
The Sony A100 is competitive in performance with the cheapest Canon and Nikon bodies. The Sony system of lenses and accessories is smaller than Pentaxs and much smaller than Canons and Nikons. The A100s main advantage over similar priced bodies fro...
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I recently had the opportunity to shoot with the Sony Alpha A100 DSLR for a few days. Id previously previewed the Sony A100 (see Sony A100 Preview), so I wont go into great detail about specifications, control layout etc. which were covered in th...
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Sonys first digital SLR is a solid, full-featured performer.
Very good image quality, Good lens selection...
Lenses are expensive, Sensorbased stabilization not optimal...
Sonys first digital SLR is a solid, full-featured performer.
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Sony’s new Alpha 700 may be hogging the spotlight but 2006’s ‘entry-level’ Alpha 100 has tumbled in price and is now looking spectacularly good value next to its main rivals, the Nikon D40x and Canon EOS 400D. Paper tigerOn paper...
Great handling, excellent pics, Super Steady Shot...
So-so lens kit, lens prices, clunky shutter noise...
Easy to use but still feature packed. Great value for beginners and cash-strapped semi-pros alike...
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Sonys first DSLR melds comfort and functionality to make an impressive debut.
For its first digital SLR, Sony took the best of what it inherited from its acquisition of Konica Minolta and added some new features that have made its competitors sit up and take notice. From the “something borrowed” category, the Sony A100...
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best4reviews.com Updated:
2011-07-31 07:19:22
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The Alpha 100 is an ‘entry-level’ D-SLR from Sony (and so far its only one) based on tried and tested Konica Minolta (KM) Dynax DSLR technology - chiefly its CCD-shift Anti Shake system and the Dynax lens mount. This was technology Sony bought prior to...
Excellent level of specification for price, complete camera system already in place (courtesy of defunct Konica Minolta), great image quality, Super Steady Shot, Anti Dust system, Eye Start, good battery life, D-Range Optimiser, pleasant ergonomics.
Noise reduction reduces fine detail, while LCD screen lacks punch.
Almost a year after its initial launch, this is still a stunning camera, perfect for its target audience, enthusiasts on a tighter budget or anyone trading up (or across from film). It is quite simply a corking bit of kit and well worth seriously ponde...
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After Sony bought over some major divisions of Konica Minolta, everyone knew that something new would turn up from there. Sure enough, around a year later, Sony launched the Alpha A100, its first DSLR, along with a range of lenses.The biggest selling...
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Review Introduction The Sony Alpha A100 was the first 10 megapixels digital SLR to sell below $1000 USD. Brought to market by Sony using a sensor first seen on the Nikon D200 and a legacy of technology and optics acquired from Konica-Minolta, the laun...
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Seeing that this is Sonys first step into the digital SLR market, albeit with the help of Konica/Minolta technology, the Sony A100 is an excellent camera for those wanting to try their hands at DSLR photography. Of course if you already own Konica/Mi...
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SummaryPros: Small size; full featured; very good image quality under most conditions; good lens selection; sensor-based stabilization. Cons: Sensor-based stabilization is inferior to lens-based stabilization; lenses are expensive; autofocus mechanism...
Small size; full featured; very good image quality under most conditions; good lens selection; sensor-based stabilization.
Sensor-based stabilization is inferior to lens-based stabilization; lenses are expensive; autofocus mechanism is noisy; images look noisy from ISO 800-1600.
The Sony Alpha DSLR-A100K is a very good camera, albeit a little pricey. While it feels clunkier than its competitors, it delivers very good image quality and a full feature set, as well as some nice extras such as image stabilization. While Sony has r...
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maclife.com Updated:
2011-07-31 07:19:34
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Sonys hoping to get a piece of the growing SLR pie with the new Alpha A100K. The Alpha DSLR-A100K is the first of a new line of Sony digital SLR cameras, and this 10.2-megapixel powerhouse is an in-your-face challenge to the SLR old boys club of C...
Great ergonomics. Easy to learn. Fine images. Built-in antishake preserves image sharpness at slow shutter speeds.
Flash must be raised manually. Mechanically noisier than others in its class. No Mac image browser included.
When Konica-Minolta decided to ditch its camera business, you could just hear its Maxxum 5D echoing a Brando-esque, "I coulda been a contenda!" With Sony now at ringside, the rejuvenated A100 definitely has a shot at the title...
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Megapixel.net Updated:
2011-07-31 07:19:36
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The shell of the Alpha 100 is entirely made of lightly textured black polycarbonate over a metal frame, and the only area covered by a non-slip surface is the front-facing part of the grip, which provides a reasonably secure hold on the camera. In the...
Excellent image quality up to 400 ISO, particularly when with RAW format, Good 40segment metering, Colour modes, Effecitve Super Steady Shot stabilizer, Function Dial quick and efficient, Dynamic range optimization, Antidust system, Unlimited JPEG Fine...
Control Dial placed too close and in front of the shutter release, Somewhat slow and noisy autofocus, Depth of Field Preview button placed too far down to be practical, Manually opened flash, Lightduty construction...
The Sony Alpha 100 (aka DSLR-A100) is the first digital single lens reflex produced by Sony, and is the result of the companys acquisition of the digital imaging division of Konica Minolta; explaining the family resemblance between the Alpha 100 and t...
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whatdigitalcamera.com Updated:
2011-07-31 07:19:39
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Sony is the major supplier of CCDs to the DSLR market and the 10 megapixel sensor is the same one that is used in the Nikon D200. Sonys Super SteadyShot, which we previously knew as Konica Minolta’s AntiShake CCD. This image-stabilisation system mov...
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star-techcentral.com Updated:
2011-07-31 07:19:42
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Sony targets the big boys CHRIS CHONG goes bird watching with Sonys new DSLR. Thanks to Sonys acquisition of Konica Minoltas DSLR camera technologies earlier this year, the A100 has inherited the best traits from an experienced hand. The most obvi...
Good ergonomics, excellent resolution, effective in-camera image stabilisation; good battery life; big viewfinder.
Some minor control layout issues; autoexposure very biased towards underexposure; autofocus could be better; feels very plastic.
In the end, the A100 is a solid first effort by Sony in the DSLR market. Truth be told, the faults Ive pointed out in this review are pretty minor. My only serious gripe was that Sony didnt come out with a pro or semi-pro DSLR first, but it probably...
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With the release of the Sony α (alpha) DSLR-A100, the biggest name in consumer electronics has entered the booming DSLR market. The 10.2-megapixel DSLR has a dust control system and sells with a kit lens for $850, making it very competitive in its c...
Built-in Super SteadyShot stabilization Effective dust control Aggressive pricing Convenient Dynamic Range system Good control display and menu organization...
Parameters dial is slow and clunky Plastic construction Video port is inside media compartment 1/4-second shutter lag Inconvenient manual controls...
The Sony α (alpha) A100 is a good value for users who want stabilization, dust control and 10 megapixels, but dont mind a clunky interface and slow operation. Its a snapshot camera with some very appealing bells and whistles, and it will be a very g...
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Sony started an immense advertising campaign in Summer 2006 to promote its new product - Sony Alpha DSLR-A100. So much pathos: remember the slogan about the birth of a supernova? Posters depicting an explosion or an eclipse hypercharged the boom around...
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The A100 sports relatively few buttons. Many of the frequently-used features are selected by using the two large knobs on the camera’s “shoulders.” That reduces the need to access the electronic menu with its numerous options, multiple s...
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Howstuffworks.com Updated:
2011-07-31 07:19:54
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Powerful digital cameras arent always easy to find. Manufacturers often trade top-of-the-line features for ultra-thin digital camera bodies and lower prices, aimed at drawing beginning photographers to their models.Sony is bucking that trend with its...
Extremely high resolution, handy image stabilization feature, very good response times, easy to use for high-end camera...
Large camera body, add-ons quickly push this model over $1,000, battery charging takes 3 hours...
Powerful digital cameras arent always easy to find. Manufacturers often trade top-of-the-line features for ultra-thin digital camera bodies and lower prices, aimed at drawing beginning photographers to their models.Sony is bucking that trend with its...
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Sony Alpha A100 Digital SLR Review by Photo-JohnThe Sony Alpha DSLR-A100 is Sonys first digital SLR. Its a 10-megapixel camera with built-in image stabilization, a full range of exposure modes and controls, Sonys new BIONZ processor, and it comes wi...
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The Sony A100 is Sonys first foray into the digital SLR market. Born out of a collaboration with Konica Minolta (who have subsequently exited the camera business), the Sony A100 builds on the existing Maxxum/Dynax lens mount with the re-christened A...
Aiming a product at DSLR beginners, as much as existing Konica Minolta users, means ease of use and a stress-free transference of skill sets are required, and on those two counts the Sony A100 delivers. That start up time of just over a second, mere 3...
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gadgetnutz.com Updated:
2011-07-31 07:20:07
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Photography for the past few years has had a series of drastic changes. 35mm has been replaced by digital as the primary medium for professionals and consumers alike. The fixed-lens point and shoot has given way to entry level Digital Single Lens Ref...
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Sonys Alpha DSLR-A100 is the companys first attempt at bringing a digital SLR to market. This cameras design may look familiar, however—its almost identical to Konica Minoltas 6-megapixel D-SLR, the Maxxum 5D. As many photo enthusiasts know, Son...
Very good image quality. Sensor-based image stabilization.
Overpriced. Too noisy at high ISOs.
Borrowing its design from the Konica-Minolta 5D, Sonys first D-SLR may not be original or very affordable, but its nice image quality and robust feature set are promising...
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No one will be surprised that Sonys first digital SLR camera bears a strong resemblance to one of Konica Minoltas models. Sony took over the camera division of the illustrious brand and the two companies had been working together even before the take...
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thinkcamera.com Updated:
2011-07-31 07:20:18
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The Sony Alpha 100 is one of the most eagerly anticipated cameras of the year. When Konica Minolta announced that they would no longer be selling DSLRs it seemed a bad day for the industry. Konica Minolta (and before them plain Minolta) hadnt really...
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v3.co.uk Updated:
2011-07-31 07:20:24
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After much hype, Sonys debut digital SLR is now available to buy...
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The Alpha DSLR-A100 marks Sonys debut into the digital SLR market and launches its new Alpha brand. Alpha was born from a collaboration announced back in July 2005 between Sony and Konica Minolta to jointly develop digital SLRs. Later in January 20...
Unique and effective built-in anti-shake system, High resolution 10 Megapixel sensor, 18-70mm kit lens longer than the usual 55mm, Screen information stays upright as body rotated...
Anti-dust system far from infallible, Relatively noisy at 800 ISO and above, Kit lens soft in corners when open at wide angle, Cant see effect of anti-shake while composing, Feels like an enhancement, not a new DSLR...
Sony Alpha DSLR-A100 verdict Theres no denying Sonys Alpha DSLR-A100 is an impressive camera for the money. Simply having 10.2 Megapixel resolution and built-in anti-camera-shake is enough to elevate it beyond most budget digital SLRs. Throw in a hi...
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Digitaltrends.com Updated:
2011-07-31 07:20:39
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The Nikon D200 is the only other D-SLR with a 10.2MP imager and—in case you’re wondering—it is a Sony chip powering the camera.
10MP CCD Built-in image stabilization Fast response...
Not a production model Final marks on hold...
Sony has gone “all in” in the D-SLR poker game, quickly leaping into the ranks of the better Canon and Nikon models. Keep it in mind if you’re looking to spend $1,000 for a new camera. Remember this was a pre-production model and we&rsqu...
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The announcement at the start of this year that Konica Minolta was pulling out of the camera business altogether came as a huge shock to most people in the camera industry and photographic press. Minolta has a pedigree dating back to 1873 and was one of t...
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In July 2005 Konica Minolta and Sony made an announcement that they were to jointly develop digital SLR cameras. This agreement hinted at shared technology between the two companies such as auto focus, metering and Anti-Shake coming from Konica Minolt...
Excellent resolution, plenty of detail although no leap over eight megapixels, Vibrant color response, similar hues to other digital SLRs, About a third of a stop more sensitive than indicated, Neutral tone response with soft roll-off in highlights, In-bo...
High sensitivity noise at ISO 800 and 1600, Occasional Multi-segment metering under-exposure, Long exposure noise reduction artifacts (black pitting, softness, posterization), Limited image parameter adjustment (only -2 to +2), LCD anti-reflective coating...
Sonys entrance to the digital SLR market comes thanks to their finial association with and later purchase of Konica Minoltas photo division. When you first use the A100 it clearly has more Konica Minolta DNA than Sony however their influence comes i...
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Sony DSLR-A100 Overview by Shawn Barnett and Stephanie Boozer...
High resolution sensor, loads of detail In-camera sharpening does a nice job of delivering crisp images with no sharpening artifacts Good color accuracy Very good image quality Built-in, body-based SteadyShot anti-shake system works well (about 2 f-sto...
Combination of Wide AF and Multi-Segment Metering produces exposure variations, particularly with high-contrast subjects Minor (~1/3 EV) random exposure variation may be associated with the kit lens Significant image noise at ISO 800 and 1600 Long-expo...
The strength of Sonys initial foray into the DSLR market is testimony to the wisdom shown by Sonys management in partnering with Konica-Minolta and eventually taking over their DSLR operations. By any measure, the Sony A100 delivers strong functional...
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The a (alpha) DSLR-A100 digital single lens reflex (D-SLR) camera is the first product to come from Sonys aquisition of Konica Minoltas D-SLR and technologies. The DSLR-A100 is based heavily on the Konica Minolta Maxxum 5D and incorporates a higher r...
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This review has been completed using a production-level DSLR-A100. All product photos have been reshot, and sample photos are from the production model. The Sony Alpha (α) DSLR-A100 is the first digital SLR for the Japanese consumer electronics gian...
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hardwarezone.com.sg Updated:
2014-01-19 04:18:46
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The hottest buzz within the photography community right now is none other than of the latest DSLR cameras by Sony and Nikon, the A100 and D80 respectively. Right after we published the exclusive review of the Nikon D80, it became clear tha...
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