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Anonymous from NEW MARKET, MN: |
| I got this camera on sale at an excellent price, but tt would have been a great camera at full price. I am new to DSLR cameras, this was my first, so I spent considerable time researching the available options. My primary interest is for still photography, but I was interested in having the ability to take good video as well, mostly for home movies. The other two cameras that I was comparing to were the Canon T4i and Panasonic GH2. I eliminated the GH2 simply because stills were a higher priority for me. The Canon was very tempting, but I was swayed by the reviews of the Sony's live view capabilities, full-time phase detection AF, and its OLED viewfinder. I was unsure how I would like the screen's bottom-mounted articulation, but so far it hasn't bothered me. With the kit lens, the microphone does pick up the AF motor when taking videos, but I don't expect it to be much of a bother. I also like that the A65 has built in GPS and accepts Minolta AF lenses (which can be found at very reasonable prices). Time will tell, but so far I am extremely happy with the purchase. |
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