Review on Sony SLT-A65V 24.3 MP Digital SLR Camera - Body Only: Translucent Mirror Technology Unleashed by David Amarelo

I've been a photographer for over twenty years, first as an amateur in the military and then turned pro ten years ago. The first camera was the Minolta Maxxum 3xi, then the 5D DSLR. Excellent optics and shooting mechanics. When Sony bought out the Minolta range I followed suit and bought an Alpha 350. About three weeks ago I received my latest Sony A65 camera. Pedigrees aside, I've studied reviews and ratings and compared issues I've had with previous camera bodies to determine if it's time to switch to a more 'professional' brand like Nikon or Canon. In the end, I am VERY glad I chose this body and continue to work with the Minolta/Sony range of cameras. The A65 is an affordable and highly flexible camera body with great features. One of the things that drew me to the Minolta/Sony pedigree was the rich, vibrant colors that the cameras were able to capture. A65 is no exception. For the past three weeks, I've tested the camera by filming two sets of models (one with full studio lighting and one with low lighting), an outdoor baby shower for a friend, and an outdoor set with my assistant. In any case, the camera perfectly adapted to the lighting conditions in the "Auto", "Auto+" and "Scene" modes, while delivering excellent color saturation, sharp focus and excellent image resolution. One of the problems with my previous cameras was shooting in low light. At shows and events I often used every possible trick to get recordings. With the A65 this is no longer a problem. The A65 seems to have the speed and sensor capabilities to shoot well in low light without producing any significant noise. For any photographer looking to upgrade to a mid-range/medium format camera, the Sony A65 is a great buy.