Sony Alpha 200 DSLR Camera User Review

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My Review 

I am a 35-year veteran of using a Minolta SRT 201. It's quite a change over to the world of digital. I suffered a minor stroke and was having trouble keeping my 201 in focus and steady. After some research, I choose the Sony 200. I like the fact that the steadying function is in the camera and not with the lens, as with some other companies.

Downloading instead of developing film is cool, too. I also enjoy printing just the pictures I want. With five grandchildren the savings add up quickly.

Camera "pros" 

Autofocus is really cool, I've never had it before.

The camera is a lot lighter than my 201.

Camera "cons" 

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Kyle Schurman, Digital Cameras Guide, says: