At A Glance

If you want video capability, the A580 has it--but as with all SLRs, you should be aware of the limitations before you commit to this camera for its video functions. The Alpha A580 is, first and foremost, a great still camera.

Manufacturer’s Description

Sony's Alpha DSLR-A580 Digital SLR W/18-55mm Lens is no shrinking violet of a camera: it stakes its claim as a DSLR right up front, with a large 16.2MP APS-C size CMOS sensor for superb resolution, a terrific 18-55mm 3x zoom lens, fast Live View auto focus, 15-point auto focus sensor, SteadyShot image stabilization, Sony BIONZ image processor, up to 7 fps shooting speed, sensitivity up to 12800 ISO, advanced anti-dust technology, and a high-resolution 3-inch tiltable LCD screen with 961,000 dots.

The Specs

Display
Display size 3.0 inches
Viewfinder Through-the-lens optical
Touchscreen 0
Battery
Battery Type Lithium Ion Battery
Ports and Connections
Available Interfaces
  • HDMI
  • USB
Power
Battery Type Lithium Ion Battery
Dimensions
Width 5.3 inches
Depth 3.3 inches
Height 4.1 inches
Weight 1.31875 pounds
Lens Features
Lens mount A-Mount
Storage Media
SD card
  • SD Memory Card
  • SDHC Memory Card
  • SDXC Memory Card
Memory stick Memory Stick PRO Duo
Supported Image Formats
JPG Yes

Performance

Performance (New)
Exposure Very Good
Color Very Good
Sharpness Very Good
Distortion Very Good
Video Quality Very Good
Video Sound Quality Good