Introduction

The Sony Alpha A57 is the latest SLT interchangeable lens camera from Sony. Replacing the A55, the Alpha A57 features the same pellicle mirror technology, allowing for fast shot-to-shot speeds and phase-detection autofocus even while recording video. Sony claims this results in 10fps continuous shooting while continuously focusing on a moving subject. The camera also features 1080/60p, a 3-inch swivel screen, 15-point AF, and a 16.1-megapixel EXMOR CMOS image sensor. The A57 is set to ship at the end of April for a body-only price of $699.99.