Sony Alpha A200

+ Price and is very easy to use with some good short cuts to change the shooting settings.

- The Kit lens old model it is ok but I have upgraded to another lens. Maybe soon Sony may replace it. But for the price of the camera and lens well worth it.

+ Allows even me to take a good photograph.

- Advised that the lens attachment system was compatible with my old 'Minolta' lenses so i could use them even though some of the features (auto focus/apperture) would not be available. Its not.

+ The good points to this camera is that it has the features of more expensive cameras, I am just starting to get into photography and was unsure about jumping from a small digital to a DLSR, not wanting to waste money on equipment that I didn't have the skills to use. The picture quality is great and it is light enough to carry/ hold. I have taken some great sporting photos using the continuous shooting mode. All in all I could not fault this camera the ease of use rated 8 /10 will get better as i learn my more about photography.

- none yet

+ Being a novice at these camera's the instructions have been very easy to follow so far. For a first time SLR user I am very impressed.

- None so far

+ Lots: On camera image stabilisation and Dynamic Range Optimiser both work great. Very ergonomically designed, just feels "right" in the hand. Great image quality.

- No liveview, not a problem 95% of the time, but really handy for inaccessible shots. Bracketing only allows .3 or .7 stops and 3 shots, wouldve been nice to be able to set your own bracket and number of shots, but this is only a problem when trying HDR. Would prefer remote shutter to be infrared and not wired. Cant believe a company as big as Sony haven't got drivers or software for 64 bit Vista or XP. . But these are just small niggles, and I love the A200, the Pros far outweigh the Cons, and for the price you won't find a better camera.

+ Has all the features required for someone moving up from the 'Prosumer' style of compact camera, enabling you to be more creative. Takes your old Minolta lenses and flash accessories if you're lucky enough to have them. Easy to use menu system.

- Comes with no memory, and unlike its predecessor dosn't come with a memory stick duo adaptor either. Shutter is noisey.

+ Ease of use, value for money. A good beginners DSLR, or for someone who wants the DSLR functionality at a reasonable price.

- None really, if you understand what you're buying. You can get more functionality and better lenses on other cameras, but at what cost?

+ Ease of use, quality of results

- Can't think of any

+ Ease of use,it could not be simpler.Also I owned Minolta 7000AF and the range of lenses can now be used with this camera which is great because being on a limited budget I have now got the best of both worlds.

- If anything it's a little on the heavy side but it's not really an issue

+ After reading several reviews of this camera and other makes of cameras in the same price range, I decided to buy the A200 as it offered the best value for money, I definitely was not disappointed. It looks and feels great and as a new SLR user I have found this camera is easy to get started with and take some really good pictures. My husband is a more experienced photographer, but used to an analogue SLR, I think he has now been converted to using digital by this camera. I would definitely recomend the A200!

- None found yet.

+ Easy to use, very comprehensive & frankly educational (to a beginner) associated instructions. On taking my intial snaps with this DSLR I was amazed by how much more 'professional' my photographs looked, compared to snaps taken on a point & shoot type digital camera. I'm still learning how to exploit the Sony A200's fully, but can say that this camera has so far proven to be a fantastic introduction to the whole genre of DSLR photography. In conclusion I'd definitely recommend this to anyone thinking of making the transition from compact point & shoot cameras to DSLR's, I have no experience in using other makes of camera in the same category as the A200, but can say that for the price you pay & judging that you are afterall getting a Sony product with all the associated positive reputation of this company, this camera is definitely worth it!!!!

- Would have been nice to have a 'live view' feature, but considering that this would've probably bumped up the price considerably, it's not too much of a big deal.

+ Never had a D-SLR before but you really can achieve fantastic pictures straight from the box.

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+ Easy to pick up and use

- Could do with a cut down manual to carry with you to start off

+ Only had camera a few weeks so still learning but I think bundle kit and price is excellent (even better with the free camera case), camera itself is easy enough to use after reading throught he manual. The menus etc settings etc - very intuitive. Camera build feels solid but not too heavy. Am pleased with the product itself and look forward to learning how to use its full potential - photo mags give excellent tutorials and advice.

- not found any yet

+ Once the instructions have been read it is relativley easy to use but I would advise paying close attention to the manual when first using this product. There are many features on this camera which you would also find on more expesive cameras.

- No major bad points .... bit more explaination on some of the functions in the manual as, if like me, you have never owned or used an SLR before.

+ An ideal starter DSLR which ticks all of the boxes. Since purchase its been awarded best buy a number of times in different magazines. Out of the box its easy to use, and has good battery life. The standard lense is a good effort and works well for out and about. Additionally it has good compatability with older konica/minolta lenses.

- As ever, batteries are great but expensive to replace/buy a spare on. Uses compact flash which is effective but not as cheap CD

+ easy to use.....self explanatory....good pics

- have not worked out if there is a recording mode.....don't think there is, and THERE SHOULD BE ONE!!!

+ Good quality photographs, easy to use. Very long battery life.

- None I have found so far

+ For the price this is an excellent Camera. Basically you are getting an upgraded Konica Minolta with a Sony badge with some very nice features like the anti-shake system. All old Konika-minolta lenses fit. For the Price it is very good value - purely based on the fact that you get all the latest features like anti shake in the body rather then having to replace all your old lenses. Perfect for entering in to the world of digital SLR.

- None really for the price. My only negative view is that some of the new Sony lenses are more expensive then the Nikkon / Canon equivalent but, with the large push Sony is having on its SLR range, I am sure these prices will drop over time.

+ Great first DSLR, very easy to use, clear instructions. I upgraded to the A300 for the live view

- cant think of any

+ Great value for money, purchased it for my 10 year old son and he loves it. Lenses are great value for money.

- Non really, but wish I had purchased the next model up with liveview

+ Sony A200 is a great camera and is incredible for this price

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+ Good image quality, very good value for money, very good battery lifetime

- High noise at high ISO speed

+ Very good starter DSLR. Easy to use for anyone wanting to get into photography

- Doesn't feel overly strong in the body. Not that many features - but its cheep!

+ snug fit in the hand and I really like the optical view finder. Has the usual Sony quality feel, I also have the T33 compact and that is good

- None that I could really bang on about!!

+ Excellent choice for a first digital SLR camera. good features but simple to use

- Haven't found any yet!

+ Image quality, easy to use and good build quality

- the hot shoe is not standard but you can get an adator and replacment battery can be expensive

+ THIS IS MY FIRST DSLR CAMERA. IT IS VERY SIMPLE TO USE ONCE YOU HAVE READ THE SIMPLE EASY TO FOLLOW INSTRUCTIONS GUIDE. I CANT PUT THE CAMERA DOWN AT THE MOMENT I'M SNAPPING HAPPILY ALL DAY.

- THERE ARE NO REAL BAD POINTS TO TALK ABOUT. THE ONLY THING I WOULD SAY IS THAT THE NECK STRAP COULD BE MORE COMFORTABLE, MAYBE PADDED.

+ great piece of equipment. excellent value for money.

- you can not see the picture you are taking on LCD screen before you take it. I don't know whether I am doing something wrong.

+ I'm pretty inexperienced when it comes to cameras like this but from the moment I picked it up I was able to take very high quality pictures. I've barely put it down and have yet to be disappointed.

- None so far.

+ great product

- none

+ Being new to a DSLR I find navigation around the controls very easy. I find it easy to be creative and with the super steady shot switched on never will I have a "blurred" shot again!!. The feel of the camera is very comfortable which makes multiple shooting easy.

- None that I have come across as yet.

+ great pics. no delay so grat for kids and sport. fab portrait shots

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+ excellent entry level dslr,great creative features,software and standard lens kit, great value for money and low noise images....well done Sony..well recommended

- top plate buttons fiddly to use ...but only a minor niggle

+ Great for a beginner like me getting into SLR's - all the benefits of great quality camera at a decent price.

- None I have found yet

+ Great introduction DSLR camera, very good value

- Not as many features as some high end models

+ It has, especially for the price, a whole lot of features, like anti-shake, sensor cleaning etc.which is usually available on more costly, upmarket models. The menu is very easy to understand and use. Image quality is very good, just short of my Nikon lens output which is superb.

- None really.

+ Decent image quality Lots of features only found on higher end cameras Excellent for beginners

- Stock lens could be better (it's the only thing that lets the image quality down)

+ great little camera as a back up or beginner's dslr. easy controls and anti shake built in

- Bit plasticy not as rugged as its big brothers

+ Good quality shots and it is easy to find your way around when you are new to photography

- doesnt have enough features such as live view or zoom which you get on some of the more expensive models

+ For someone starting out using a DSLR I found it fairly easy to use.

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+ Excelent value entry to SLR photography. Lots of features - still learning to use it properly.

- No depth of field preview.

+ easy to use,excellent picture quality. action shots look great with no blurring. easy to use rapid shot facility. can zoom in well-even without extra lense. best camera i have ever bought. i can now take professional looking shots with no effort.

- none

+ Easy to use and I find the camera easy to hold while taking photographs.I have not used it a lot due to not being able to travel for the moment but recently took some shots inside a poorly lit church without flash and they came out very well.Also having the settings on top for different features (e.g.micro)handy as my other camera I have to go into menu.The colours are coming out very good and life like being a keen gardener this is important to me.Considering it's size I don't find it a heavy camera to use.

- Not found any as yet but I am only a novice.One small item would help having a cord on the lens cap as it is easy to lose when in use.

+ Its great camera, The pics taken using this are absolutely Great Nice one for a great price

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+ Superb image quality with really easy to use features. Taken over 1000 pictures and have not had any problems at all.

- Doesnt have live view mode

+ Overall, performs as well as many more expensive DSLRs

- Sure the are some but cannot quantify at present

+ feels sturdy in the hand, and even with my poor photo taking skills they come out great!

- possibly too heavy for some.

+ easy to use rechargeable battery so no messing with loose batteries

- no carrying case with purchase

+ Good entry level SLR

- minor bad point No preview on LCD - but that's just lazy as thats what the view finder is for.

+ Very Easy to use Nice bright colours with a fast shutter. Image Stabilisation built into the camera body which makes cheaper lens cost. Minolta Auto lenses fit which again keeps cost down. will use compact flash memory Etc. Excellent results when taking pictures racing cars at Donnington...A1

- All plastic and view finder only for taking picture

+ too many to list

- When you have the supplied lens hood on it makes moon shaped shadows on the bottom of the pictures, i.e it gets in the way of the flash

+ easy to use right from the word go, with more features available as you gain confidence.

- no real complaints.

+ A good quality camera. Simple to get started and immediate quality photographs,

- None known at this time.

+ So easy to use, well balanced, and anti shake is superb

- As far as i'm concerned there isn't any

+ Ease of use, Value for money, Buttons in the right places etc. Strong, sturdy camera.

- No live view, Slow image processing, Lots of un-useful features/settings.

+ Lovely 'feel' to the camera, it feels solid and sits in the hand well. Easy to use, and very pleased with the results it produces.

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+ Easy to use

- Could be difficult to handle for someone with large hands

+ picture quality, very good value when bought online,

- weight

+ the whole package works great.

- the screen doesn't show a live image.

+ Good Value Bundle and free back pack is excellent

- none

+ can use existing minolta lenses with no detriment with increased focal length easy to use simple menus light weight compared to 35 mm SLR good battery life and picture capacity

- none as yet

+ Balance,weight and build quality.

- Takes a bit of understanding the small manual,I found it best to download the PDF version and use the pc as my manual!

+ A professional looking and performing camera for an entry level price.

- Not found any yet.

+ ability to use minolta lenses&accessories.

- none i can think of.

+ excellent bit of kit

- none

+ Good quality picture

- Feel flimsy, lens cap should come with a string as it may get lost easily

+ Great quality product. Great quality photographs.

- No accessories included. Very fragile product.

+ easy to use in auto mode, good imiges

- none so far

+ Ease of use; good lens for price

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