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Greg, here's what Imaging Resource said...

On April 27th, 2008 Andy B says:

Greg:

Here's a quote from Imaging-Resource.com review of the A350 that you might find helpful.

"The only real dilemma presented to those interested in a Sony digital SLR is which one to pick. Though the Sony A200 has an advantage in its low price and larger optical viewfinder, the A350 has the very fast AF in Live View mode with that nice tilting LCD screen. So the true bargain may be the 10-megapixel Sony A300, available for $200 less than the A350 and only $100 more than the A200 when each is purchased with the 18-70mm lens. As for resolution, though the A350 does give you a higher number over the A200's 10.2 megapixels, the printed results are actually pretty similar across the ISO range. Whatever you choose, though, the Sony A350 is a well-rounded package, offering the best of all worlds in terms of usability, resolution, and intelligent design, all of which earns it a Dave's Pick."

I just bought the A300, which I think (hope) will be fine for my present needs. (Haven't had a chance to use it yet.) I expect to trade up if and when Sony launches a new model that combines the advanced features of the A700 with live view--provided the new model is not too large and heavy. Along with the kit lens, I picked up the Sony 18-250, the Tamron 11-18, and a used Minolta 50 F1.7. I expect to add either a 400 fixed or a 100/200-400 zoom telephoto lens if something attractive shows up on ebay or KEH.com.

Andy

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