Sony Alpha DSLR-A850 with optional battery grip

Luminous Landscape has posted their preview of the Sony Alpha DSLR-A850 [QuickPrice Check], a full-frame DSLR with 24.6MP resolution, in-body Sensor-shift Image Stabilization, Dust Shake Technology, 3.0-in. LCD (921K dots), Continuous Shooting 3fps. There’s no Live View and no video capability but "What’s Not to Like?" about the Sony A850.

Sony Alpha DSLR-A850 with 70-400mm lens

Imaging Resource has posted their review of the Sony Alpha DSLR-A850, a full-frame DSLR with 24.6MP resolution, in-body Sensor-shift Image Stabilization, Dust Shake Technology, 3.0-in. LCD (921K dots), Continuous Shooting 3fps. There’s no Live View and no video capability but the A850 is "one impressive image maker".

Sony Alpha DSLR-A850

SONY BRINGS FULL-FRAME QUALITY TO A NEW CLASS OF DSLR PHOTO ENTHUSIASTS

SAN DIEGO, August 27, 2009 — Aimed at experienced shooters looking for value and sophisticated SLR performance, Sony today introduced the full-frame α (alpha) DSLR-A850 camera and a new 28-75mm F2.8 lens.

The α850 model shares the same 24.6 megapixel sensor and most features of the flagship α900 camera, introduced last year, but will be available for just under US $2000 (body only).

Continue Reading »