Hands-on with Sony's second-gen digital SLR
The Alpha a700 is the second digital SLR (single reflex lens) camera Sony has come out with and builds on the interest generated by last year�s Alpha a100. We had a chance to try it out earlier this week.
As with its predecessor, the Alpha a700 is a stylish-looking camera that offers a faster shutter speed than its predecessor and is likely to appeal to the semi-professionals and photo enthusiasts Sony is targeting with this model.
Using the Alpha a700 we found shooting with it was a straightforward affair and we were taken by its magnesium-alloy body which felt sturdy and rugged. The buttons and media card slots are also protected by weather-resistant silicon seals and the optional VG-C70AM vertical grip makes shooting with the a700 even more comfortable.
Sony has been successful in demonstrating that making the move to digital SLR cameras doesn�t have to be as complicated as many beginner photographers fear. For example, Sony has added a quick navigation function on this model that ensures you can easily find the best settings for the shot you want to take.
The menu is displayed clearly on the 3in screen and the joystick is used to move your way around and select options. The Xtra Fine screen also displays a high level of accuracy when reviewing images you have captured and features an anti-reflective coating for better visibility when viewing images outside.
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