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# 10 fps continuous shooting speed Built-in GPS geotagging Full HD 1080/60i video with phase-detect AF a55 DSLR Camera with 18-55mm zoom lens

**Brand:** sony
**Price:** € 16.19
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## Summary

> 📸 Own the moment with Sony a55 — where speed meets innovation!

## Quick Answers

- **What is this?** a55 DSLR Camera with 18-55mm zoom lens by sony
- **How much does it cost?** € 16.19 with free shipping
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## Best For

- sony enthusiasts

## Why This Product

- Trusted sony brand quality
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## Key Features

- • **Full HD Video with Continuous AF:** Shoot cinematic 1080p movies with flawless autofocus that keeps your subject perfectly framed.
- • **Lightning-fast 10 fps burst shooting:** Capture every decisive moment with pro-level speed that leaves competitors behind.
- • **Revolutionary Translucent Mirror Tech:** Simultaneously focus and shoot for razor-sharp images and smooth video without missing a beat.
- • **Integrated GPS for effortless geotagging:** Automatically map your adventures and share your story with precision location data.
- • **Versatile flip-out LCD & electronic viewfinder:** Compose shots your way with 100% framing accuracy and flexible viewing angles for creative freedom.

## Overview

The Sony a55 DSLR redefines photography with its groundbreaking Translucent Mirror Technology, enabling continuous 10 fps shooting and simultaneous phase-detection autofocus for both stills and Full HD video. Featuring a 16.2MP Exmor APS HD CMOS sensor, built-in GPS geotagging, and a versatile flip-out LCD, it’s designed for millennials who demand speed, precision, and creative flexibility in a compact, travel-ready package.

## Description

Product Description Sony Alpha SLTA55VL DSLR with Translucent Mirror Technology (Black) From the Manufacturer Change the way you shoot pictures with Sony's new Translucent Mirror Technology DSLR camera. The SLT-A55V Alpha DSLR camera features professional-grade continuous shooting at 10 fps and visibly faster, more accurate focus in Live View and HD Movie modes. Compose your shots on either the LCD monitor or electronic viewfinder with 100% framing accuracy. Advanced features including Auto HDR, Sweep Panorama and 15-point Auto Focus make it dramatically easier to get the best shot. Sony Alpha a55 Highlights Unprecedented Image Capture Unlike other DSLRs that can either shoot or focus with the speed and precision of Phase Detection AF, the SLT-A55V is the world's first DSLR that can do both simultaneously1. Featuring an unprecedented Translucent Mirror, the a55V DSLR camera is able to feed both the image sensor and the Phase Detection at the same time. Professional Class Shooting Speeds By transforming the fundamental way DSLR cameras work, you'll experience best-in-class speed3, up to 10 fps continuous shooting at full 16.2MP resolution with exposure fixed at the first frame. This is made possible by a Translucent Mirror that always stays in place. You also get standard continuous shooting at up to 6 fps. Astonishing HD Video Capture Experience a revolutionary breakthrough in video capture when shooting fast-moving subjects. The a55V is the world's first camera with the precision of Phase Detection auto focus (AF) for HD Movies1. Translucent Mirror Technology not only enables full-time phase-detection AF for photos, it also delivers the same speed and precision for Full HD movies. Spectacular Resolution and Detail Featuring a large 16.2-megapixel Exmor APS HD CMOS sensor, you'll achieve beautiful image quality during both still-photo and movie shooting. Rich tonal gradation and highlight/shadow detail are assured by the BIONZ image processing engine which supports high-speed continuous shooting, advanced digital compositing, and Full HD movie recording. Advanced Still Shooting Features Expand your creativity with advanced imaging features including built-in Auto HDR, which captures more scene contrast by combining the best highlight detail from one shot and the best shadow detail into one unbelievable shot. Map your journey via an integrated GPS receiver, or use 3D Sweep Panorama Mode to automatically capture expansive landscapes. Versatile Shooting Options Use both the LCD monitor and Electronic Viewfinder to compose your shots. An all-electronic design enables a wide range of shooting information to be displayed in the finder and on the LCD monitor. Both provide a what-you-see-is-what-you-get preview of white balance, focus, depth of field, exposure and 100% framing accuracy, plus on-screen displays. What's in the Box Alpha A55 digital SLR body Shoulder Strap CD-ROM Battery Charger (BC-VW1) Body Cap Rechargable Battery (NP-FW50) USB Cable

Review: Great camera - revolutionary concept - This camara intrigued me enough to switch from Canon. I have only used it for 500 exposures, so I'm still getting use to this camara, but here are my first impressions: 1. I love the Geo tagging (gps info added to the images) As far as I know this is the first DSLR/SLT camara that has this build in - Canon requires a very expensive grip and you still need an external GPS receiver. Nikon has a slightly better solution, but it is still external. 2. The view finder is cool, but I come from a full frame camera which also had a good view finder. 3. The image quality is on par or better with this price range camera. I'm using "EX" sigma lenses not Sony (Also very happy with the lenses) 4. Love the rotating rear display. I shoot some glammour this weekend and all the Canon and Nikon guys where laying on the floor to get low angles, then there where all looking at me when I just fliped the screen to see it from top, held the camara low and started firing away, it was a subject of conversation. 5. Build in image Stabilazation is another great feature to this and other Alpha cameras. I had to spend so much extra money when I had my Canon to get IS featueres, not here. 6. The video was probalbly one of the other things that made me switch. My Canon took outstanding full HD1080p video, but focusing was a big issue as well as video transfere to my Mac, to do it right you had to import it with the Canon software and the export it from there - what a pain. I can work stright with the AVCHD video in Imovie or Final Cut Express (it is only 1080I or 760p) The 760p can be directly imported into aprature (AVCHD is not recognized?) 7. Panorama and HDR fetures are outstanding and blow my Canon away Things that I do not like: 1. Video has very limited time before you have to take a breake or it overheats (9min +/-) - they do not advertise that ;) . So do not think that you can through away your camcorder just yet. There are lot's of discussions about the lack of manual control, it is not a big deal to me. 2. It is not a good studio camara. When I put the camera into manual control and set the settings to work with my studio strobes, I hardly see my model in the viewfinder or display. I have to use low aptreture settings or high ISO to be able to see anything, missing out on details. Now this camera is not advertised as a pro camera and it is a great alaround and travel camera, but I thing this is just a limitation of the SLT technology, since the viewfinder is a mini display and not a glass prism. (I will edit this review, should I find a work around for this) - Edit: Listed in the comments are some discussions in reguards of this point. 3. Tha lack of a grip - I have big hands and this is a compact camera and I love grips even for bigger cameras. All around I thing this is a lot of bang for the buck and has unique features theat easily off set the down sides. I can't wait to see how Sony is going to further develop this and their other Alhpa cameras.
Review: Starting my first DSLR system ... this is a keeper - Finally got the A55 couple of days ago. There are a lot of features in this camera (I am a slow learner). Just some quick feedback from a newbie. This is my first DSLR - my last SLR was a Canon AE1 - which I really enjoyed (talk about ancient!). I have had a couple of digital P&S (Canon G2 and sd860). I bought this to build a system around the alpha mount, if I didn't like it I figured I could just sell this and move on to another system. 1. Size/weight: Quite a difference in "heft". It is even lighter than the Canon G2. I don't think it is a bad thing though. It is easier to carry around. 2. Feel: It does feel somewhat cheap (with the kit lens). Not sure if it this is an indication of build quality. So long as it withstands the inevitable "bumps" I am okay. Only time will tell. I guess if one is careful, it should be okay. 3. Pictures/IQ: I have not had a lot of chances to explore the different modes yet. Like I said above, there are way too many choices for me. My only experience so far has been at the Saturday soccer game, mid-afternoon, outdoors, sunny. Really liked the 10 fps, I felt that the camera did not track the subject as I had wanted it to (I may be doing something wrong here). Unfortunately, I only had a class 4 SDHC with me (not the limit though, as I never held the shutter down long enough to get more than 8 shots. jpeg/fine mode). The kit lens (18-55mm) is not the best choice here (for sports/action). I do not pixel peep, but like to view it on my 23" full screen and found the images to be quite nice. Never ran into any overheat issues during the shooting. 4. Video: This seems to be the overarching concern with this camera with the sensor overheat issues. Did a simple test, shot video inside the home (about 69 deg F/21 deg C), and the overheat warning came on at ~7:45min and camera shut down at ~8:45min. The SSS was on and I handheld the camera (let it AF on various objects). I don't think this to be a limitation. The video quality was good, but the mic did pick up some noise from the SAM motor (in the lens). 5. Battery: The battery runs out fairly quickly. It is somewhat weak to support this camera/features. I would like a new battery, but am waiting to see if I can find some good batteries from the third party manufacturers (reviews found here show them to have some size issues). Sony battery is too expensive. 6. LCD/EVF: It will take me a while to get used to the EVF. For whatever reason keeping my eye on the EVF, then defocusing, makes me feel dizzy. I had become very reliant on the LCD (from my digital P&S), I guess. The LCD smudges very easily, but is really nice. Final thoughts: I have nothing more to add than what has already been said. I am being guarded in my comments till I have had a chance to play/explore with all options on this camera, and will update this review. This is a keeper for me. My experience so far has prompted me to buy the following (haven't got them yet): a) Panasonic 8 GB High Speed 22MB/s SDHC Class 10 Memory Card RP-SDW08GU1K b) Digital Camera Anti-Fingerprint Display Protection Film (Pro Guard AF) for Sony Alpha NEX-5 / NEX-3 and Alpha 55 / 33 c) Sony 55-200mm f/4-5.6 SAM DT Telephoto Zoom Lens for Sony Alpha Digital SLR Cameras I would like to add more lenses. I am concerned about the size of camera - will the mount be stressed by the heavier lenses? I am interested in getting the Tamron/Sigma 70-200mm/f2.8 (more appropriate for sports/action), then a few primes (CZ 135, Sony 50/1.4) to start with. I will update after I get these lenses/try them with this camera.

## Features

- DIGITAL SLR with Translucent Mirror Technology accelerates AF performance
- Continuous 10 fps shooting with continuous Phase Detect AF
- Worlds1st consumer HD video camera w/ cont. Phase Detect AF
- 16.2 megapixels with Sony?s Exmor HD APS sensor
- 1080/60i Full AVCHD or 1080/30p movies

## Technical Specifications

| Specification | Value |
|---------------|-------|
| ASIN | B0043DKBTK |
| Age Range Description | Adult |
| Aperture modes | F3.5–F5.6 |
| Are Batteries Included | Yes |
| Aspect Ratio | 16:9 |
| Auto Focus Technology | Continuous, Face Detection, Live View, Multi-area, Phase Detection, Selective single-point, Single |
| Autofocus | Yes |
| Autofocus Points | 15 |
| Best Sellers Rank | #465,013 in Electronics ( See Top 100 in Electronics ) #757 in DSLR Cameras |
| Bit Depth | 10 Bit |
| Brand | Sony |
| Built-In Media | Rechargeable NP-FW50 battery & charger |
| Camera Flash | Built-In |
| Camera Lens | A Sony 18-55mm zoom lens with image stabilization, offering a versatile focal length range for various shooting scenarios. |
| Color | Black |
| Compatible Devices | [Inferred: Devices supporting USB 2.0, AVCHD, and compatible memory cards] |
| Compatible Flash Memory Type | SD |
| Compatible Mountings | Sony/Minolta Alpha, Sony/Minolta Alpha DT |
| Connectivity Technology | HDMI, USB |
| Continuous Shooting | 10 FPS |
| Customer Reviews | 4.0 out of 5 stars 97 Reviews |
| Digital Scene Transition | zoom |
| Digital-Still | Yes |
| Display Fixture Type | Articulating |
| Display Maximum Resolution | 1920 x 1080 |
| Display Resolution Maximum | 921,000 |
| Display Type | LCD |
| Effective Still Resolution | 16.2 MP |
| Expanded ISO Minimum | 100 |
| Exposure Control | [POSSIBLE VALUES: Automatic, Manual] |
| File Format | AVCHD |
| Flash Memory Bus Interface Type | SD |
| Flash Memory Speed Class | 10 |
| Flash Memory Type | SD/SDHC/SDXC/Memory Stick Pro Duo/ Pro-HG Duo |
| Flash Modes | Automatic, Fill Flash, Red Eye Reduction |
| Flash Sync Speed | 1/160_sec |
| Focal Length Description | 18-55 millimeters |
| Focus Features | TTL 15-point Phase Detection |
| Focus Mode | Continuous-Servo AF (AF-C) |
| Focus Type | Automatic with Manual |
| Form Factor | Compact SLR |
| Generation | 5 |
| Global Trade Identification Number | 00027242798816 |
| HDMI Type | Type C Mini HDMI |
| Has Color Screen | Yes |
| Image Capture Type | Stills & Video |
| Image Stabilization | Sensor-shift |
| Image stabilization | Sensor-shift |
| Item Weight | 1.1 Pounds |
| JPEG Quality Level | Fine |
| Lens Type | Zoom |
| Manufacturer | Sony |
| Manufacturer Part Number | SLTA55VL |
| Maximum Focal Length | 55 Millimeters |
| Maximum Shutter Speed | 1/4000 Seconds |
| Metering Methods | Multi, Center-weighted, Spot |
| Minimum Focal Length | 18 Millimeters |
| Minimum Shutter Speed | 30 seconds |
| Model Name | a55 |
| Model Number | SLTA55VL |
| Model Series | Alpha |
| Movie Mode | Yes |
| Night vision | No |
| Number of Diaphragm Blades | 7 |
| Optical Zoom | 3 x |
| Photo Sensor Resolution | 16.2 MP |
| Photo Sensor Size | APS-C |
| Photo Sensor Technology | CMOS |
| Remote Included | No |
| Screen Size | 3 Inches |
| Sensor Type | CMOS |
| Shooting Modes | Automatic |
| Skill Level | Professional |
| Special Feature | Live View |
| Specific Uses For Product | Videography, Photography |
| Supported File Format | AVCHD |
| Supported Image Format | AVCHD |
| Total Still Resolution | 16.2 MP |
| Total USB 2.0 Ports | 1 |
| Total USB Ports | 1 |
| UPC | 027242798816 |
| Video Capture Format | AVCHD |
| Video Output | AVCHD |
| Video Resolution | FHD 1080p |
| Viewfinder | LCD |
| Viewfinder Magnification | 1.1x |
| Warranty Description | 1 YEAR LIMITED |
| White Balance Settings | Auto |
| Wireless Technology | EyeFi |
| Write Speed | 10 fps |
| Zoom | Optical Zoom |

## Product Details

- **Aspect Ratio:** 16:9
- **Brand:** Sony
- **Compatible Mountings:** Sony/Minolta Alpha, Sony/Minolta Alpha DT
- **Expanded ISO Minimum:** 100
- **Image Stabilization:** Sensor-shift
- **Maximum Focal Length:** 55 Millimeters
- **Metering Description:** Multi, Center-weighted, Spot
- **Optical Zoom:** 3 x
- **Photo Sensor Technology:** CMOS
- **Supported File Format:** AVCHD

## Images

![a55 DSLR Camera with 18-55mm zoom lens - Image 1](https://m.media-amazon.com/images/I/71pN6oajpiL.jpg)

## Questions & Answers

**Q: will lenses from a Minolta x700 work on a sony dslr? if so which ones?**
A: No, the mounts are different and they will not even fit on the camera. However, any Minolta Maxxum series lens from 1985 and newer will fit and function properly on a Sony DSLR, including the auto focus and metering.

**Q: I'm looking for a camera which can make not just horizontal but vertical panoramic pictures. is sony alpha slt-a55v capable for this?**
A: Two panorama sizes are available -- standard, or wide. Standard horizontal panoramas are limited to 15 megapixels, and vertical panoramas to 8.4 megapixels.  In Wide mode, horizontal panoramas are 23 megapixels, and vertical panoramas are 12 megapixels.

**Q: Where do I get UV protection lens for this camera**
A: Hi Suzette, if you are referring to lens filters, you may get them from your nearest authorized Sony dealer. You may also refer to this link for our list of available filters: https://www.sony.com/electronics/lenses/t/accessories/filters Thanks, -Mark

**Q: Is there any other way i can set my iso as my selection button (up, down,right,left) is not working**
A: No there is no way to set ISO as a custom selection.

## Customer Reviews

### ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ Great camera - revolutionary concept
*by T***R on January 18, 2011*

This camara intrigued me enough to switch from Canon. I have only used it for 500 exposures, so I'm still getting use to this camara, but here are my first impressions: 1. I love the Geo tagging (gps info added to the images) As far as I know this is the first DSLR/SLT camara that has this build in - Canon requires a very expensive grip and you still need an external GPS receiver. Nikon has a slightly better solution, but it is still external. 2. The view finder is cool, but I come from a full frame camera which also had a good view finder. 3. The image quality is on par or better with this price range camera. I'm using "EX" sigma lenses not Sony (Also very happy with the lenses) 4. Love the rotating rear display. I shoot some glammour this weekend and all the Canon and Nikon guys where laying on the floor to get low angles, then there where all looking at me when I just fliped the screen to see it from top, held the camara low and started firing away, it was a subject of conversation. 5. Build in image Stabilazation is another great feature to this and other Alpha cameras. I had to spend so much extra money when I had my Canon to get IS featueres, not here. 6. The video was probalbly one of the other things that made me switch. My Canon took outstanding full HD1080p video, but focusing was a big issue as well as video transfere to my Mac, to do it right you had to import it with the Canon software and the export it from there - what a pain. I can work stright with the AVCHD video in Imovie or Final Cut Express (it is only 1080I or 760p) The 760p can be directly imported into aprature (AVCHD is not recognized?) 7. Panorama and HDR fetures are outstanding and blow my Canon away Things that I do not like: 1. Video has very limited time before you have to take a breake or it overheats (9min +/-) - they do not advertise that ;) . So do not think that you can through away your camcorder just yet. There are lot's of discussions about the lack of manual control, it is not a big deal to me. 2. It is not a good studio camara. When I put the camera into manual control and set the settings to work with my studio strobes, I hardly see my model in the viewfinder or display. I have to use low aptreture settings or high ISO to be able to see anything, missing out on details. Now this camera is not advertised as a pro camera and it is a great alaround and travel camera, but I thing this is just a limitation of the SLT technology, since the viewfinder is a mini display and not a glass prism. (I will edit this review, should I find a work around for this) - Edit: Listed in the comments are some discussions in reguards of this point. 3. Tha lack of a grip - I have big hands and this is a compact camera and I love grips even for bigger cameras. All around I thing this is a lot of bang for the buck and has unique features theat easily off set the down sides. I can't wait to see how Sony is going to further develop this and their other Alhpa cameras.

### ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ Starting my first DSLR system ... this is a keeper
*by A***N on October 31, 2010*

Finally got the A55 couple of days ago. There are a lot of features in this camera (I am a slow learner). Just some quick feedback from a newbie. This is my first DSLR - my last SLR was a Canon AE1 - which I really enjoyed (talk about ancient!). I have had a couple of digital P&S (Canon G2 and sd860). I bought this to build a system around the alpha mount, if I didn't like it I figured I could just sell this and move on to another system. 1. Size/weight: Quite a difference in "heft". It is even lighter than the Canon G2. I don't think it is a bad thing though. It is easier to carry around. 2. Feel: It does feel somewhat cheap (with the kit lens). Not sure if it this is an indication of build quality. So long as it withstands the inevitable "bumps" I am okay. Only time will tell. I guess if one is careful, it should be okay. 3. Pictures/IQ: I have not had a lot of chances to explore the different modes yet. Like I said above, there are way too many choices for me. My only experience so far has been at the Saturday soccer game, mid-afternoon, outdoors, sunny. Really liked the 10 fps, I felt that the camera did not track the subject as I had wanted it to (I may be doing something wrong here). Unfortunately, I only had a class 4 SDHC with me (not the limit though, as I never held the shutter down long enough to get more than 8 shots. jpeg/fine mode). The kit lens (18-55mm) is not the best choice here (for sports/action). I do not pixel peep, but like to view it on my 23" full screen and found the images to be quite nice. Never ran into any overheat issues during the shooting. 4. Video: This seems to be the overarching concern with this camera with the sensor overheat issues. Did a simple test, shot video inside the home (about 69 deg F/21 deg C), and the overheat warning came on at ~7:45min and camera shut down at ~8:45min. The SSS was on and I handheld the camera (let it AF on various objects). I don't think this to be a limitation. The video quality was good, but the mic did pick up some noise from the SAM motor (in the lens). 5. Battery: The battery runs out fairly quickly. It is somewhat weak to support this camera/features. I would like a new battery, but am waiting to see if I can find some good batteries from the third party manufacturers (reviews found here show them to have some size issues). Sony battery is too expensive. 6. LCD/EVF: It will take me a while to get used to the EVF. For whatever reason keeping my eye on the EVF, then defocusing, makes me feel dizzy. I had become very reliant on the LCD (from my digital P&S), I guess. The LCD smudges very easily, but is really nice. Final thoughts: I have nothing more to add than what has already been said. I am being guarded in my comments till I have had a chance to play/explore with all options on this camera, and will update this review. This is a keeper for me. My experience so far has prompted me to buy the following (haven't got them yet): a) Panasonic 8 GB High Speed 22MB/s SDHC Class 10 Memory Card RP-SDW08GU1K b) Digital Camera Anti-Fingerprint Display Protection Film (Pro Guard AF) for Sony Alpha NEX-5 / NEX-3 and Alpha 55 / 33 c) Sony 55-200mm f/4-5.6 SAM DT Telephoto Zoom Lens for Sony Alpha Digital SLR Cameras I would like to add more lenses. I am concerned about the size of camera - will the mount be stressed by the heavier lenses? I am interested in getting the Tamron/Sigma 70-200mm/f2.8 (more appropriate for sports/action), then a few primes (CZ 135, Sony 50/1.4) to start with. I will update after I get these lenses/try them with this camera.

### ⭐⭐⭐⭐ OW - Became a brick 1/20/14 - R.I.P.
*by R***Z on October 4, 2011*

I am back to removeable lenses again. That's not a bad thing. I had ventured away when I traded in my Nikon film camera for a Nikon Coolpix 5700 - all 5 megapixels! I shot weddings and family pictures for years. I replaced that with a Panasonic ZS3 - which was a great camera for what it did, small, great zoom, 10.1 meg sensor. When the ZS10 came out, I treated myself to the upgrade, and passed the ZS3 on - and quickly wished I hadn't - the ZS10 had a 14.1 CMOS sensor that just set Panasonic back years! I was ready for a really great camera and churned thru reviews for weeks - I decided on the Sony a55 with a Sigma 18-250 zoom - and I am never looking back! I will return to complete the review, but just have to say - right now - what a great combination! For the money, this camera is the best in class... Crisp, clear, beautiful shots every time - the camera has a wonderful help feature that just begs to be used. I did get the fastest memory card I could find! SanDisk Extreme Pro 32 GB SDHC - UHS Class 1 Flash Memory Card SDSDXP1-032G Edit - 10/18/2011 - Very happy with the a55/Sigma 18-250 combination. I have not been tempted to purchase a strobe, the camera is amazing. The software inside has enough tricks up its sleeve to pull good photos from dark places, Sony's Hand-Held Nightshot feature is worth the price on it's own! There are times when the camera will not take the picture, but it is always when it tells me to turn off auto-focus and twist the lens by hand. The picture could be sharper - if I coughed up 2K for a prime lens. The camera satisfies, and my wallet still has $$$ in it! Edit - 2/22/12 - This camera is so good that I now have purchased two prime lenses. The Sony/Carl Zeiss partnership has impressed me, and now I have the 24mm (actual: 36mm) and the 85mm (actual: 127.5mm). Sony SAL-24F20Z 24mm f/2.0 A-mount Wide Angle Lens Sony SAL-85F14Z 85mm f1.4 Carl Zeiss Planar T Coated Telephoto Lens for Sony Alpha Digital SLR Camera I also now own the Sony HVL-F58AM High-Power Digital Camera Flash Sony HVL-F58AM High-Power Digital Camera Flash with Wireless Ratio Control and Quick Shift Bounce for Sony Alpha Digital SLR - what a combo! My collection will keep me busy for years, these items are heirloom material - that good! update 6/26/12 - My purchase of the prime lenses has revealed a slight problem with the Sony a55... all outside landscapes have a slightly out-of-focus horizon, as if all my lenses cannot quite focus at infinity. In some internet research, I have found others with the same observation - which has me slightly puzzled. It seems the Sony autofocus program might be a little off, choosing to use a nearer focus to average the entire focal plane - I found a great set of user-adjustments which can easily be done with a 1.5mm mini-wrench and will try doing this soon. I will get back here to review how this affects focus. Shooting close-ups and mid-range the camera is rock-solid in providing crisp clear images, only the landscapes show the softness, with all my lenses. I admit to pixel-peeping, you will not see the problem under normal use... update 1/10/13 - I did adjust the sensor distance-to-lens, and am happy with the auto-focus. I would leave this to the pros, but if you send the body in for tis service, they use a boot when a tickle will suffice... I downloaded some focus targets especially made for the task, and had them professionally printed, kind of a large job... Update 1/20/14 - :( It appears the shutter broke while shooting yesterday. If this is true, I scold Sony on their design on the a55, as there are other disappointed internet-savvy customers complaining about this particular problem. I cannot financially justify sending the body in for repair, as a replacement body - used - is around $250. I just ordered a used a77 on Amazon for what the repair may have cost... onwards... Update 8/14/14 - The replacement a77 I purchased from Amazon works perfectly! The a77 is such a far better camera body than the a55. Spend the money and purchase quality the first time...

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