Testseek.co.uk have collected 73 expert reviews of the Sony Alpha SLT-A57 and the average rating is 81%. Scroll down and see all reviews for Sony Alpha SLT-A57.
May 2012
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The editors liked
Good general responsiveness and burst mode (7.5 fps standard or 12 fps max.)
Sensitivity settings managed very well up to 3200 ISO
1080p HD video at up to 50 fps
Stereo sound and effective autofocus
Builtin stabilisation
Good build quality
Many controls and shortcuts
Versatile articulated LCD
Decent EVF
Range of exposure modes
Punchy colours
Plenty of sharp detail
High-speed burst mode
The editors didn't like
Sequential display EVF can lead to rainbow effects
Certain plastics could feel more robust
Battery runs down more quickly than in 'genuine' SLR cameras
Handful of operational grievances, dated menu system, occasional underexposure
Aside from its more enthusiast-focused design, the A57 can't be said to be a significant update over the A55 it replaces. True, this isn't entirely a bad thing, as it shares many of that camera's positive attributes, from its snappy focusing performan...
Handful of operational grievances, dated menu system, occasional underexposure
Aside from its more enthusiast-focused design, the A57 can't be said to be a significant update over the A55 it replaces. True, this isn't entirely a bad thing, as it shares many of that camera's positive attributes, from its snappy focusing performan...
Quality: top of the class, excellent definition, accurate colour.Why you'd buy the Sony SLT-A57: great quality at a decent price; to shoot top video.Why you wouldn't: you still want the optical view given by a DSLR.Another win for Sony!Sony SLT-A57 Specif...
Abstract: Sonys newest member in its ground-breaking DSLT cameras is the A57. DSLT, as opposed to DSLR , is Sonys way of describing their use of a translucent mirror instead of a traditional reflex mirror. Unlike traditional mirrored DSLR technology, Sony s DSLT pr...
Abstract: 1. Introduction2. Specifications3. Key Technology4. Body and Design5. Image Quality6. Sample Image Sony SLT A57 Hands-on Preview March 2012 | By Richard Butler and Lars Rehm Preview based on a pre-production Sony SLT-A57 Sony's original SLT models - the...
Very good Raw file output up through ISO 6400, Dynamic range at the top of its class, High magnification EVF with comprehensive information display, Manual focus 'Peaking' option for both stills and video modes, 10fps shooting in full resolution mode, Class-leading 1080/60p video resolution with manual exposure control, Useful function menu provides access to shooting parameters, Two customizea
Mediocre JPEG processing with mushy detail and visible artifacts, LCD viewfinder (vs OLED panel in other Sony models), AF not compatible with manual exposure control in video mode, No live view in 8 or 10 fps continuous shooting modes makes accurate panning very difficult, Counter-intuitive setting of aperture in manual mode, Awkward to navigate between stills and movie playback modes, Main men
The Sony SLT-A57 has the unenviable task of replacing the SLT-A55, which generated huge interest by introducing a ground-breaking translucent fixed-mirror design to the entry-level DSLR market. If you place a premium on the introduction of brand new f...
Image clarity, Quick performance, Good high ISO capability, Not hard to use
Battery life not great, Some chromatic aberration
The Sony Alpha SLT-A57Y is an interchangeable lens camera that's well worth considering. It's a camera that can capture wonderfully clear and vibrant images without you having to fiddle around with the settings too much. We think you can have a lot of fun...
Good build quality, Many controls and shortcuts, Versatile articulated LCD, Decent EVF, Range of exposure modes
Menu not that clear, Some functions unavailable in some modes, No builtin GPS, High price
Costing £700 in the UK or $800 in the US, with a kit lens, the launch price of the Sony Alpha a57 seems a little steep, particularly given that you can pick up the 24.3MP, GPS-enabled Sony Alpha SLT-a65 for roughly the same price, or even less if you shop...
Abstract: The body of the A57 resembles the SLT-A65 we reviewed in October, 2011. Made from polycarbonate resin (plastic), it has the same dimensions as the A65's but isseven grams lighter.Where the A65 has the same 24.3-megapixel sensor as the flagship A77 model, ...
As an everyday camera for most casual shooting situations, the A57 leads with rich features. It should prove a capable entry-level camera which comes with an impressive list of features like Auto-HDR and Sweep Panorama, while keeping shooting easy with th...
