The A65 by Sony boasts a 24.3 MP CMOS sensor, 3.0 inch articulated LCD screen, 10fps continuous shooting and HD movies.

It also features a range of creative modes including 3D Sweep Panorama and Picture Effects.

The A65 delivers excellent, detailed images using Sony’s Translucent Mirror Technology.

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Interchangeable lens digital camera

Sony A65

Key Features

· 24.3 effective megapixels

· Translucent mirror technology

· APS-C "Exmor" HD CMOS sensor

· 3.0" TFT tilt and swivel LCD, 921,600 pixels

· 15-point phase-detection AF system

· OLED high resolution electronic viewfinder

· Sweep panorama and 3D sweep panorama

· Picture effect modes

· 10 fps continuous shooting

· Sony’s BIONZ image processor

· HDMI output

Sony has released another two cameras into its SLT line up - the A65 and A77. Built with Sony’s Translucent Mirror Technology, the two cameras share many similar features.

Upon first glance it is evident that the A65 is the more cost effective of the two – it is slightly lighter, smaller and has a plastic shell, as opposed to the magnesium alloy construction of the A77. This certainly does not mean this new model should be overlooked - there is no doubt there is a large market for this budget friendly camera that boasts some amazing features.

The A65 sports a new high resolution OLED viewfinder, 24.3 Megapixel sensor, Sony’s BIONZ image processor, 10 frames per second continuous shooting, 15 point autofocus with three cross sensors, full HD 1080p60 video and a tilt/swivel 3-inch LCD screen.

A further comparison of the A65 and the A77 is listed in the following table;

 

SLT Cameras – Key Features Comparison

	Sony A65	Sony A77
Body material	Polycarbonate resin (high grade plastic)	Magnesium alloy / weatherproof
Sensor	24.3MP APS-C "Exmor" HD CMOS	24.3MP APS-C "Exmor" HD CMOS
Sensitivity	100-16000 (exp to 25600)	100-16000 (exp to 50 and 25600)
Autofocus	15-point AF System with 3 Cross Sensors	19-point AF System with 11 Cross Sensors
Recording format	AVCHD / MP4	AVCHD / MP4
Maximum shooting rate	10fps	12fps
LCD panel	3-inch, tilt and swivel (double hinged) 921,600 pixels	3-inch, 3 way articulated (triple hinged)   921,600 pixels
Video	1080p60 AVCHD 2.0	1080p60 AVCHD 2.0
Dimensions	132 x 97 x 81 mm	143 x 104 x 81 mm
Weight (Body only)	543g	653g

The Sony A65 will leave many consumers asking whether it is worth paying the extra for the A77. While the A77 certainly has many added benefits, if the budget is a little tight then it is definitely worth considering the A65, as this camera performs well and is packed with features at the right price.

The Sony A65 camera is available as body only or with the following lenses;

•   Sony Alpha SLT A65 DSLR Camera Body $998.00
•   Sony Alpha SLT A65 DSLR Camera with 18-55mm Lens $1,081.00
•   Sony Alpha SLT A65 DSLR Camera with 18-55mm + 55-200mmLens $1,247.00

Sony digital cameras, Sony SLR cameras, SLR lenses and Sony camera accessories are available at Georges Camera Store Sydney or online at http://www.georges.com.au