Sony Alpha SLT-A35

Overview

TechSpot Metascore

Based on 25 expert reviews

Excellent:

11
Good:

8
Average:

4
Bad:

2

Pros:

Shoots at five frames per second.
Fast autofocus.
Compact for a D-SLR.

Cons:

So-so LCD EVF.
Limited video settings.

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Last revision on May 10, 2013

Reviewers Liked

Shoots at five frames per second
Fast autofocus
Compact for a D-SLR
Good high ISO performance
Good still and video image quality
Stereo sound for video
Fun effects
1080i HD video recording

Reviewers Didn't Like

So-so LCD EVF
Limited video settings
Just-ok kit lens
Proprietary hot shoe
Cropped image for 7fps continuous shooting
Static LCD
Limited control over noise reduction
Unbalanced with longer lenses
Unimpressive ISO performance
Fixed screen
Noisy autofocus motor

Expert reviews and ratings

For its price the Sony Alpha A35 offers great value for money. It takes some great shots capable of rivalling more expensive digital SLR cameras, and is therefore well worth checking out. Be sure to look online for the best bargain before heading to...

By 5FWD on March 29, 2012

The Alpha 35 is a fast-shooting entry-level D-SLR that is capable of grabbing photos in subpar lighting conditions. It is held back by a so-so electronic viewfinder, which makes it a tough sell compared to D-SLRs with traditional optical finders....

By PC Mag on February 17, 2012

100

The Sony a33 has a translucent mirror design and is identified as a D-SLT. With a 16.2Mp CMOS APS-C sized sensor at its heart, the a35s photosites (or pixels) are more spread out over a larger sensor surface area....

By Photo Answers on December 29, 2011

The 16 megapixel Sony Alpha SLT-a35 is part of Sony’s second-generation SLT (single lens translucent) DSLR line, using the company’s unique Translucent Mirror Technology. There are a few differences between the new model and its predecessor,...

By Macworld on December 20, 2011

Given the current street price of the Sony SLT-A35, it's a real bargain and a camera suitable for both beginners and enthusiast photographers. If kitted out with better (and pricier) optics such as the Sony's Carl Zeiss options, then I daresy...

By RegHardware on November 07, 2011

With a higher resolution sensor, but lower specification body than the model it replaces (the A33), the A35 should give a more accessible product through a lower price. It's a shame that the 7fps is now at a reduced resolution (8.4mp) whereas the...

By ePHOTOzine on October 05, 2011

The Sony Alpha SLT-A35 is a compact and light DSLR with plenty of features. It has a fast autofocus, decent continuous shooting capability and lots of modes. Modes such as Auto HDR, Handheld Twilight, Picture Effect and Sweep Panorama will appeal...

By TechCentral on September 28, 2011

The Sony Alpha SLT-A35 produces fantastic images, has a great continuous autofocus mode, shoots at up to 5.5fps and provides an HD movie mode good enough to outperform its closest rivals. Its one ‘downer’ is an electronic viewfinder that...

By Pocket-lint on September 22, 2011

100

It's easy to fall in love with the Sony Alpha SLT-A35. With the perfect balance of features and usability, the images it took bowled us over. The fact it's so cheap makes it an...

By CNET UK on September 22, 2011

There's a lot to say about the Sony A35. Considering that it's the baby of the range, it certainly packs a punch. The 16 megapixels should produce moderately good pictures, but they're stunning. The build quality should be noticeably lower...

By PhotographyBLOG on August 31, 2011

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