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Sony Alpha a33

Sony Alpha a33
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alaScore 90

455 reviews

Apr, 2024

alaTest has collected and analyzed 455 reviews of Sony Alpha a33. The average rating for this product is 4.3/5, compared to an average rating of 4.3/5 for other Digital Compact Cameras for all reviews. People are impressed by the lens and image quality. The portability and usability also get good comments. Many are critical about the flash and battery, while reviews are divided on the glare.

performance, usability, portability, image quality, lens

battery, flash

We analyzed user and expert ratings, product age and more factors. Compared to other Digital Compact Cameras the Sony Alpha a33 is awarded an overall alaScore™ of 90/100 = Excellent quality.

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Consumer review (amazon.co.uk)

Amazon.co.uk review summary for Sony Alpha a33

 

alaTest has collected and analyzed 23 user reviews of Sony Alpha a33 from Amazon.co.uk. The average user rating for this product is 4.3/5, compared to an average user rating of 4.3/5 for other Digital Compact Cameras on Amazon.co.uk. People really like the usability and portability. The lens and image quality also get good feedback. There are some mixed views about the focus and price, while the glare and viewfinder get negative views.

performance, image quality, lens, portability, usability

size, viewfinder, glare

100% of the reviews on Amazon.co.uk give this product a positive rating.

Apr, 2024

Consumer review (amazon.com)

Amazon.com review summary for Sony Alpha a33

 

alaTest has collected and analyzed 56 user reviews of Sony Alpha a33 from Amazon.com. The average user rating for this product is 4.5/5, compared to an average user rating of 4.2/5 for other Digital Compact Cameras on Amazon.com. People really like the image quality and video. The price and usability are also mentioned favorably, but there are some negative reviews about the battery.

performance, usability, price, video, image quality

battery

95% of the reviews on Amazon.com give this product a positive rating.

Apr, 2024

Expert review by : Gavin Stoker (t3.com)

Sony Alpha A33 review

 

Full review: User-friendly and ultra quick DSLR with HD movie shooting

Nov, 2010
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Expert review by : William Perceval (pocket-lint.com)

Sony Alpha SLT-A33

 

The Sony Alpha SLT-A33 adds to the storm of changing camera technologies. Inside the last year or so we've seen the likes of mirrorless "hybrid" Compact System Cameras - including the Sony NEX-3 and NEX-5 - unhinge a fair share of the DSLR market. And...

Ultra-fast continuous burst shooting, excellent 1080i HD video autofocus

Electronic Viewfinder won’t be for everyone, 16:9 ratio of LCD screen not ideal for stills shooting,

The A33 is different and, despite its infancy, successfully innovative. Technology that pushes the boundaries is always a good thing and moves preconceptions forward. If using an optical viewfinder is a total essential for your DSLR purchase then the...

Sep, 2010
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Expert review by : Ben Pitt (expertreviews.co.uk)

Sony Alpha SLT-A33L review

 

Packed with innovative features, but some of these have drawbacks as well as advantages.

Dec, 2010
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Expert review by (stuff.tv)

Sony Alpha SLT-A33 review

 

Sony ups its game with a cracking new type of camera

Feature-packed and versatile as hell

Oct, 2010
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Expert review by : Ben Pitt (expertreviews.co.uk)

Sony Alpha A330L review

 

A solid set of features for the price, but performance and image quality are below average.

Dec, 2009
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Expert review by : Amateur Photographer (amateurphotographer.co.uk)

Sony Alpha 33 review

 

No longer restricted to optical viewfinders or the mechanisms required for film transportation, camera manufacturers have gone back to the drawing board to \Lsee how digital technology can evolve camera design. \LSony has made a bold choice by using a...

Apr, 2014
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Expert review by : Hayley Paterek (digicambuyer.co.uk)

Sony Alpha 33

 

Squeezing into the gap between hybrid and DSLR: The Sony A33

Sony has once again proved itself as an innovator, but you need to use the video function to really appreciate the A33's ingenious design

Dec, 2010
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Expert review by (digitalslrphoto.com)

Sony Alpha 33

 

Digital SLR Photography editor Daniel Lezano tests the Sony A33

The Alpha 33 is not short of features, many of which can easily be described as innovative, as our panels reveal. Its resolution of 14.2-megapixels is similar to most at this price point, with a maximum image size of 4592x3056 pixels allowing quality...

Nov, 2010
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Expert review by (ephotozine.com)

Sony Alpha A33 Digital SLT review

 

The Sony Alpha A33 Digital SLT is put to test by ePHOTOzine member John Riley.

APS-C 14.6MP sensor; Excellent AF; Very usable EVF and rear screen; SteadyShot image stabilisation; A Mount gives access to superb lenses; Very decent kit lens

Mirror vulnerable to dust and damage

Nov, 2010
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Expert review by (channel5.com)

Sony Alpha A33

 

The Sony Alpha A33 is the latest digital SLR from the Japanese manufacturer, and sits at the entry-level end of its DSLR range. From the compact body, to the quick responses and big screen, there's a lot to like about the Sony Alpha A33. The good The...

The Sony Alpha A33 is a great entry-level DSLR, and is worth a look if you don't already have a collection of Nikon or Canon lenses. You certainly won't be disappointed with the quality of photographs. Sony Alpha A33 is tagged with Sony Alpha A33, Sony...

Nov, 2010
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