i checked Sony Singapore Product Comparison, the type of sensor is similar, except for the MP:
A55
23.5 x 15.6mm (APS-C type), Exmor APS HD CMOS sensor with RGB primary colour filter
A33
23.4 x 15.6mm (APS-C type), Exmor APS HD CMOS sensor with RGB primary colour filter
No. of Pixels
A55
Total: 16.7 megapixels; Effective: 16.2 megapixels
A33
Total: 14.6 megapixels; Effective: 14.2 megapixels
Dust Reduction
A55
Charge protection coating on low pass filter and image-sensor shift mechanism
A33
Charge protection coating on low pass filter and image-sensor shift mechanism
Sensitivity
A55
Auto, ISO 100 to 12800 (in 1-stop increments, Recommended Exposure Index)
A33
Auto, ISO 100 to 12800 (in 1-stop increments, Recommended Exposure Index)
Sensor is definitely different, thus the difference in MP.
Same physical characteristics does not mean they are the same sensor. If so, that means A500/550/700/33/55/nex all have the same sensors?
Back to topic, in terms of iso performance, A55 has at least 1/2 stop better performance from iso800 onwards. And A55 seems to have better battery life as well.
I have the budget for A33 now, but don't know whether to save some more for the a55. the 1/2 stop difference in ISO as mentioned though could mean a lot in very low light conditions. I thought at first that a55 have a MF check like the a5x0, but sad to say don't have. I think ill find someone who can buy the 18250 lens at a cheaper price so we can both benefit with the a33/a55 + 18250 package.
By the way, anyone knows what shop is offering the best a33/a55 + 18250 package? what are the other freebies?
yes, thats it MF magnification check. I tried one on Sony wisma but i couldnt find the settings or button for that. the sony, sales representative couldnt show me how to do it neither.
haha. no wonder i couldnt find it. they should put another logo on top of the trashcan. even the sony sales representative couldnt find this option. thanks guys.
i love this feature, makes me want to choose a55 than a33 more now.
so in general A33 and a55 video performance will be the same? I see a a lot of video taken by these cams and quite impress with it. Can anyone try to shoot video using their a33?
TIA
250$$ maybe they could bundle a CZ 16-70? or 16-106 plus 30mm f1.8 plus a nice tripod :thumbsup:
$250 ? ...CZ 16-70 ? ...bro, can wait long, long ! ...even 2nd hand also have to wait long long ! :bsmilie: