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Like its junior version – the new A35 – and similar A33 predecessor, the 16.2-megapixel A55 is classified by its maker as a single-lens translucent (SLT) camera, because, in a first of its kind, its internal mirror mechanism has been rendered see-throu...
Not essential, but fun, is a Sweep Panorama function borrowed from Cyber-shot compacts. More likely to be used regularly is the A55’s exposure-adjusting Auto HDR functionality, ably maintaining both shadow and highlight detail if shooting against a bri...
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Like its junior version – the new A35 – and similar A33 predecessor, the 16.2-megapixel A55 is classified by its maker as a single-lens translucent (SLT) camera, because, in a first of its kind, its internal mirror mechanism has been rendered see-throu...
10fps continuous shooting; built-in GPS for geo-tagging stills and video; lightweight for its class; fast and responsive...
Plasticky outer shell is disappointing at this price...
Not essential, but fun, is a Sweep Panorama function borrowed from Cyber-shot compacts. More likely to be used regularly is the A55's exposure-adjusting Auto HDR functionality, ably maintaining both shadow and highlight detail if shooting against a bright...
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T3.com Updated:
2013-04-01 04:59:14
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The 16.2 effective megapixel resolution Sony Alpha A55 camera is interesting. That's because, like the A33 model announced alongside it last year, recently upgraded in the A35, the internal mirror mechanism of the digital SLR has been made transluce...
Large and well labeled controls, Tilting LCD, High resolution EVF, Easier to shoot video on this than a standard DSLR, Swift and responsive, Easy to use, ISO12800 maximum light sensitivity for shooting in the near dark without flash...
Plastic-y feel to the build, Disappointing build for price tag...
A good alternative option for anyone who's formerly considered a digital SLR for video as much as (or more than) photography.
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digitalversus.com Updated:
2013-04-01 04:59:15
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There are two different HD video formats on the Alpha 55. The first, AVCHD, uses a 50i interlaced framerate with a 1920 x 1080 pixel resolution and a bitrate of 17 Mbps. That's the same compression used by Full HD camcorders, although they have been us...
27 mm wideangle, Rotating LCD screen, Microphone input, Autofocus follows subjet closely...
Video button in an awkward place, Average amounts of detail, No progressive zoom, Kit lens only has a 3x zoom, Average sensitivity...
The Alpha 55 represents another step in the merger of the camcorder and the stills camera with a very powerful autofocus in video mode. It's still very much a camera first and foremost, and using it for filming can take some getting used to...
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digicambuyer.co.uk Updated:
2013-04-01 04:59:16
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Introduced as Sony’s new single lens translucent (SLT) camera, the A55 smashes the mould of common DSLR design – in place of the traditional moveable mirror we find a fixed see-through mirror. Set to cause a stir, this revolutionary design allows 70% o...
Ignoring the shutter lag issues and dampened colours it produces, the A55 is a great piece of kit. It’s ideal for those looking to graduate from an entry-level DSLR Overall Our provides the latest photography news, reviews, previews, features and tec...
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Sony isn't one to be left behind when it comes to the latest crazes. Its NEX cameras were released earlier in the year in response to other manufacturer's compact mirrorless camera offerings. Now the company has moved to introduce a new genere of SLR-styl...
Fast live view AF system, Good features, Articulated screen, Good image quality...
Live view blackout after shooting, Fast memory cards are a must, Small buffer...
ForFast live view AF systemGood featuresArticulated screenGood image quality...
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gadgetshow.channel5.com Updated:
2013-04-01 04:59:17
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Sony's Alpha DSLR range offers a host of viable alternatives to more mainstream rivals from Canon and Nikon. The Sony Alpha SLT-A55 sits in the middle of the range, but it's not actually a proper DSLR. It does offer excellent quality and a decent range...
The Sony Alpha SLT-A55 is a fast camera – amazingly so at times. The main reason for this is the lack of movable mirrors inside the body. This means it's not a traditional DSLR – even though it features similar sensor technology and interchangeable lenses, and as a result you can capture up to 10 frames per second with the Sony Alpha SLT-A55. The lack of mirrors also allow the Sony Alpha SLT-A55...
On the downside, the lack of moving mirrors inside the Sony Alpha SLT-A55 mean that what you see isn't exactly what you get. Instead of seeing through the lens itself, the Sony Alpha SLT-A55 uses an electronic viewfinder (EVF). It's good, but it uses more battery life than a proper viewfinder, and it can never quite match up to DSLR rivals.
Overall, the Sony Alpha SLT-A55 is an impressive piece of kit. It's well made, offers a host of decent lenses, and is incredibly quick. It's good for shooting fast moving objects then, but you'll have to get used to the electronic viewfinder. Best offe...
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expertreviews.co.uk Updated:
2013-04-01 04:59:27
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Sony's A55 and A33 stand apart from normal digital SLRs, and also from interchangeable-lens compact cameras such as the company's NEX-5. Our A33 review explains how these two cameras’ translucent mirrors define many aspects of their behaviour. The A55...
Certainly different, but fast continuous performance is the only significant benefit...
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The first step in taking a photo is to point the camera in the right direction. But to know what that right direction is, you need a viewfinder. The problem with designing a viewfinder is that the lens on the camera is located in front of the image sen...
Nice feature set; Good picture quality...
Some limitations with still photography...
The Sony Alpha SLT-A55 holds its own against its competition thanks to its nice feature set and very good image quality. What sets it apart is its small size, ability to continuously autofocus while shooting video, and fast continuous shooting mode. If po...
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The A55 may look like just another addition to the Alpha SLR range, but inside there are big changes afoot. Instead of using a flip-up mirror to direct light either to the optical viewfinder or the sensor, it uses a fixed, translucent mirror to split inco...
A camera with great potential, but a host of niggling irritations put paid to its chances...
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Selected as Popular Photography's camera of the year for 2010, the A55 brings together the best features of traditional DSLRs, the electronic viewfinder found on interchangeable lens compacts and the revolutionary phase-detection autofocus that enables...
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Product Code: SLTA55V.CEH The new Sony Alpha SLT-A55 is an interchangable lens camera that looks a lot like a traditional SLR. But, like a lot of its competitors, it lets you switch between the rear LCD screen and a small electronic viewfinder locate...
The Sony Alpha SLT-A55 holds its own against its competition thanks to its nice feature set and very good image quality. What sets it apart is its small side, ability to continuously autofocus while shooting video, and fast continuous shooting mode. I...
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Tweet The Sony Alpha SLT-A55 is an SLT (Single Lens Translucent) camera rather than a traditional DSLR. With this impressive new technology the A55 is capable of shooting 10 frames per second while continually focusing, can shoot 1080i HD video and ev...
10 frames per second continuous focus burst shooting, GPS, great video autofocus...
Electronic Viewfinder won’t be for everyone, 16:9 ratio of LCD screen not ideal for stills shooting...
Not only does the A55 pack out its specification with 10fps continuous shooting, full-time phase detection live view, GPS, a 16.2MP sensor and a high-res, tilt-angle LCD… it delivers on all these promises in droves. The electronic viewfinder may not be...
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hereshow.ca Updated:
2013-04-01 04:59:44
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If you're considering a high-tech, multi-talented, high resolution DSLR, be sure to ask for a demo of the Sony Alpha a33 or a55 while comparison-shopping. Get a feel for the electronic viewfinder, but remember that it will take longer to become fully comfortable with this feature. Try the high-speed drive and Multi-Frame NR mode...
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dpexpert.com.au Updated:
2013-04-01 04:59:44
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This 16 megapixel APS-C sensor camera is different: it has a fixed mirror that is semi-transparent, letting 70 per cent of the light pass on to the image sensor and the other 30 per cent is reflected up to the auto focus sensor. This arrangement permi...
We loved the in-camera HDR function. Three shots are taken in rapid succession and then merged in the camera to produce an image that has better shadow and highlight detail than from a single exposure. Needless to say this only works with stationary su...
Electronic viewfinders are rubbish. But the high resolution swivelling LCD is excellent.
If we had to choose between this camera and a similarly priced conventional Sony DSLR we wouldn’t hesitate – conventional is better. However this choice is easy because we don’t make movies with our still cameras. If we did then we would look seriously...
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In Sony's about-to-be-released 16.2-megapixel SLT-A55V (which will be known as the A55) DSLR camera, the traditional SLR mirror is replaced with a semi-transparent pellicle mirror that is fixed in place instead of flipping up and down with each exposur...
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Photoradar.com Updated:
2013-04-01 04:59:57
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Sony isn't one to be left behind when it comes to the latest crazes. Its NEX cameras were released earlier in the year in response to other manufacturer's compact mirrorless camera offerings. Now the company has moved to introduce a new genere of SLR-s...
It would be very easy to dismiss this novel design as a gimmick, but for certain photographers it will provide a real advantage. Image quality is similar to contemporary conventional SLR cameras, but the size and weight of the A55 is much reduced, maki...
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If you have any misgivings about shooting video with a DSLR, it’s best to cast them aside now; while Sony’s Alpha A55 DSLR ($899 at Henry’s, with a 18-55mm lens) may be a great camera, it’s an even better video shooter too.Unlike previous models, Sony’...
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1400Good for moviesThe low-down: This 16 megapixel APS-C sensor camera is different: it has a fixed mirror that is semi-transparent, letting 70 per cent of the light pass on to the image sensor and the other 30 per cent is reflected up to the auto focus...
Like: We loved the incamera HDR function. Three shots are taken in rapid succession and then merged in the camera to produce an image that has better shadow and highlight detail than from a single exposure. Needless to say this only works with stationary...
Dislike: Electronic viewfinders are rubbish. But the high resolution swivelling LCD is excellent...
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