UK Digital Cameras Blog

Sony has long been a respected name in electronics and the Alpha A700 DSLR appears to set to cement the firm’s reputation after it garnered yet another enthusiastic review.

Unveiled in September, Sony says the device is aimed at “photo enthusiasts or serious photo hobbyists”, coming equipped with a 12.2 megapixel sensor and built in image stabilisation designed to give snappers the ultimate blur-free images.

Dennis Hissink, from technology website letsgodigital. org, said that the three inch screen on the Alpha 700 helps ensure that the camera “does not let the photographer down but offers him access to important information in different ways and on many areas in order to capture a perfect picture”.

He highlighted the “perfectly finished housing” and the “ideal hand-fit” as two of the camera’s standout features but emphasised that its versatility was the key attraction.”

“Sony’s Alpha 700 is a beautiful DSLR and offers the demanding photographer as well as the amateur a perfect tool to practice photography on a high level,” Mr Hissink added.

“If you are looking for a new DSLR or ready to get acquainted with an advanced camera system you definitely ought to put the Sony Alpha 700 on your wish list.”