The Sony A230 is the successor to the A200 as the junior partner in Sony's DSLR line-up. The camera has been restyled and offers new ergonomics and an easy-to-use interfaces, but the underlying specification of the predecessor are retained. The A230 comes with a 10MP sensor and while it feature-wise provides all the essentials, there are better specified and more customizable cameras in the entry-level segment. Most notably the A230 is lacking a live-view system. Its high ISO performance is not quite up with the best in class but overall it is a solid overall performer with a feature set that is more than adequate for its very attractive price point.

Product timeline

Sony launches Alpha 230, Alpha 330 and Alpha 380

May 18, 2009

Quick specs

Body type	Compact SLR
Max resolution	3872 x 2592
Effective pixels	10 megapixels
Sensor size	APS-C (23.5 x 15.7 mm)
Sensor type	CCD
ISO	Auto, 100, 200, 400, 800, 1600, 3200
Lens mount	Sony/Minolta Alpha
Focal length mult.	1.5×
Articulated LCD	Fixed
Screen size	2.7″
Screen dots	230,400
Max shutter speed	1/4000 sec
Storage types	SD/ SDHC, Memory Stick Pro Duo
USB	USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec)
Weight (inc. batteries)	490 g (1.08 lb / 17.28 oz)
Dimensions	128 x 97 x 68 mm (5.04 x 3.82 x 2.68″)
GPS	None

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