So I bought a brand-new Sony Alpha A35

All cameras seem to have some flaws. The photos from the A35, which is an entry level camera, are more than acceptable or I would have sold it. Admittedly, I don't do a lot of photography using a flash.  I wouldn't lose any sleep over your choice.

Originally, I bought the A35 to evaluate if i could live with the electronic viewfinder. I needed to evaluate if I should continue to invest in the Sony system or move to another brand. I had intended to sell it, but the little camera won me over with fast focus speed, image quality, high iso performance, and compact size. My A700 isn't gathering dust but when on the go I tend to grab the A35 first.

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Gary in PA