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Introduction | |||
 The Sony A550 delivers several exciting and unusual capabilities, including in-camera high dynamic range images that come out very well, and a full-resolution burst mode of nearly 7 shots per second. There is no movie mode, though, and the price is over $1000 with lens. |
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Product Tour | Large rubberized grip, 3-inch high-res hinged LCD | Heftier than competing models |
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Color | Accurate reproduction of light flesh tones, greens and purples | Oversaturation in all color modes; problems with blue and purple accuracy |
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Noise | Average image noise performance; wide range of ISO settings | Can't disable high ISO noise reduction |
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Resolution | Decent sharpness at all focal lengths; exceptional dynamic range | Chromatic aberration visible, particularly in wide angle shots |
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White Balance | Solid performance with auto white balance | Custom white balance accuracy lags competition |
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Sample Photos | See sample photos taken with the Sony A550 in different conditions | |
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Playback | Ability to scroll through images at same magnification for comparison purposes | Limited playback views; no calendar display; no in-camera editing; barebones direct printing options |
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Hardware | High-res articulated LCD; good battery life with detailed information | No autofocus assist lamp; no standard-def video output |
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Controls | Intriguing in-camera high dynamic range capability; very fast burst mode shooting | No program shift control; limited scene modes; no video recording |
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Design & Handling | Well designed textured grip and thumb rest; easy quick menu system | Small four-way controller |
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Conclusion | Read our final conclusion on the Sony A550 | |
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