Sony A57

similar to Sony A57
82
Our Score
DSLR
Type
APS-C
Sensor
High Entry Level
Price Range
16 megapixels
Resolution
Full HD (1920 x 1080)
Video
16,000
Max ISO
15
Autofocus Points
12.0 fps
Capture Speed
550 shots
Battery Life
Exclusive Translucent Mirror Technology DSLR with 18-135mm kit lens provides superb still and video capture performance.

23 Alternative Cameras to Sony A57

We’ve combed through thousands of cameras to compile this list of cameras which we think are good alternatives to the Sony A57. We’ve looked at DSLR cameras with a APS-C sensor (most of the time) and also rated their overall performance for guidance. You can find even more similar camera suggestions if you click on a camera in the list – doing this will take you to another list we’ve compiled of cameras similar to that one.
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Canon SL3

95
Our Score
Type
Sensor
High Entry Level
Price Range
24 megapixels
Resolution
Video
25,600
Max ISO
9
Autofocus Points
5.0 fps
Capture Speed
1070 shots
Battery Life
Whether you’re a first time SLR user, an aspiring photo enthusiast, or someone looking to capture those amazing family moments, The Canon EOS Rebel SL3 can be the perfect companion.… more

Canon SL2

94
Our Score
Type
Sensor
High Entry Level
Price Range
24 megapixels
Resolution
Video
25,600
Max ISO
9
Autofocus Points
5.0 fps
Capture Speed
650 shots
Battery Life
Canon's compact EOS Rebel SL2 provides versatile built-in Bluetooth and Wi-Fi connectivity plus key camera features like a newly-developed 24.2 megapixel APS-C Canon CMOS image sensor paired with Canon's DIGIC… more

Nikon D5200

93
Our Score
Type
Sensor
Bargain
Price Range
24 megapixels
Resolution
Video
6,400
Max ISO
39
Autofocus Points
5.0 fps
Capture Speed
500 shots
Battery Life
Transforming everyday sights into images that move us. Shooting photos and videos is about more than capturing memories. A great camera brings your creative vision to life with striking clarity.… more

Nikon D3400

93
Our Score
Type
Sensor
Low Entry Level
Price Range
24 megapixels
Resolution
Video
25,600
Max ISO
11
Autofocus Points
5.0 fps
Capture Speed
1200 shots
Battery Life
Before the Nikon D3400 Digital SLR Camera with 18-55mm Lens (Black), you chose your smartphone camera for convenience. Zooming was clumsy. Shooting in low light was nearly impossible. Capturing fast… more

Nikon D90

92
Our Score
Type
Sensor
High Entry Level
Price Range
12 megapixels
Resolution
Video
3,200
Max ISO
11
Autofocus Points
4.5 fps
Capture Speed
850 shots
Battery Life
Fusing 12.3-megapixel image quality inherited from the award-winning D300 with groundbreaking features, the D90's breathtaking, low-noise image quality is further advanced with EXPEED image processing. Split-second shutter response and continuous… more

Canon 7D

92
Our Score
Type
Sensor
High Entry Level
Price Range
18 megapixels
Resolution
Video
6,400
Max ISO
19
Autofocus Points
8.0 fps
Capture Speed
800 shots
Battery Life
Canon's 3814B016 EOS 7D Digital SLR Camera with EF-S 18-135mm IS Kit features a digital camera with 18.0 Megapixel CMOS Image Sensor and Dual DIGIC 4 Image Processors, capturing tremendous… more

Canon 1100D

91
Our Score
Type
Sensor
Bargain
Price Range
12 megapixels
Resolution
Video
6,400
Max ISO
9
Autofocus Points
3.0 fps
Capture Speed
700 shots
Battery Life
The Canon 5157B002 includes the EOS Rebel T3 Digital SLR Camera and the EF-S 18-55mm f/3.5-5.6 IS type II Lens. This camera and lens is perfect for photographers ready to… more

Canon 60D

90
Our Score
Type
Sensor
Bargain
Price Range
18 megapixels
Resolution
Video
6,400
Max ISO
9
Autofocus Points
5.0 fps
Capture Speed
1100 shots
Battery Life
With the new EOS 60D DSLR, Canon gives the photo enthusiast a powerful tool fostering creativity, with better image quality, more advanced features and automatic and in-camera technologies for ease-of-use.… more

Nikon D40

90
Our Score
Type
Sensor
Low
Price Range
6 megapixels
Resolution
1,600
Max ISO
Unknown
Autofocus Points
3.0 fps
Capture Speed
470 shots
Battery Life
Great pictures used to require complicated and cumbersome equipment along with years of experience. Not any more. The D40 is compact, lightweight and designed specifically for ease of use, yet… more

Nikon D300

87
Our Score
Type
Sensor
Low
Price Range
12 megapixels
Resolution
3,200
Max ISO
51
Autofocus Points
6.0 fps
Capture Speed
1000 shots
Battery Life
Engineered with pro-level features and performance, the 12.3-effective-megapixel D300 combines brand new technologies with advanced features inherited from Nikon's newly announced D3 professional digital SLR camera to offer serious photographers… more

Sony A77 II

87
Our Score
Type
Sensor
High Entry Level
Price Range
24 megapixels
Resolution
Video
25,600
Max ISO
79
Autofocus Points
12.0 fps
Capture Speed
480 shots
Battery Life
Capture the moment more decisively than ever before. Sony’s α77II delivers the world’s fastest1 Ch01 shooting at 12 fps, while amazing 79-point Phase Detection AF keeps fast-moving subjects in focus… more

Nikon D3000

85
Our Score
Type
Sensor
Low Entry Level
Price Range
10 megapixels
Resolution
1,600
Max ISO
11
Autofocus Points
3.0 fps
Capture Speed
500 shots
Battery Life
The D3000 is a high-performance DX-format SLR that delivers superb images and boasts a range of functions, which make photography simple and fun. Nikon’s intelligent Guide Mode offers incredibly user-friendly… more

Canon T6s

85
Our Score
Type
Sensor
Low Entry Level
Price Range
24 megapixels
Resolution
Video
12,800
Max ISO
19
Autofocus Points
5.0 fps
Capture Speed
440 shots
Battery Life
EOS Rebel T6s Body, Eyecup Ef, Battery Pack LP-E17, Battery Charger LC-E17, USB Interface Cable IFC-130U, Wide Strap EW-100DB V, EOS Digital Solution Disk, Software Instruction Manual more

Nikon D5000

80
Our Score
Type
Sensor
Very Low
Price Range
12 megapixels
Resolution
Video
3,200
Max ISO
11
Autofocus Points
4.0 fps
Capture Speed
510 shots
Battery Life
A remarkable blend of simplicity and highly-advanced DSLR capabilities, the compact and powerful D5000 offers breathtaking 12.3-megapixel image quality, along with a flexible, Vari-angle, Live View monitor for fresh picture-taking… more

Sony A55

79
Our Score
Type
Sensor
Low Entry Level
Price Range
16 megapixels
Resolution
Video
12,800
Max ISO
15
Autofocus Points
10.0 fps
Capture Speed
380 shots
Battery Life
Sony Alpha SLTA55VL DSLR with Translucent Mirror Technology (Black) more

Sony A37

77
Our Score
Type
Sensor
Low Entry Level
Price Range
16 megapixels
Resolution
Video
25,600
Max ISO
15
Autofocus Points
6.0 fps
Capture Speed
500 shots
Battery Life
Exclusive Translucent Mirror Technology DSLR with 18-55mm kit lens provides superb still and video capture performance. more

Sony A58

74
Our Score
Type
Sensor
Low Entry Level
Price Range
20 megapixels
Resolution
Video
16,000
Max ISO
15
Autofocus Points
8.0 fps
Capture Speed
690 shots
Battery Life
20.1MP Exmor HD APS-C CMOS Sensor, 15-Point AF with 3 Cross-Type Sensors Translucent Mirror Technology, Auto Object Framing and Auto HDR 8fps Full Resolution Continuous Shooting, SVGA OLED Tru-Finder 1,440k-Dot… more

Sony A550

71
Our Score
Type
Sensor
Bargain
Price Range
14 megapixels
Resolution
12,800
Max ISO
9
Autofocus Points
7.0 fps
Capture Speed
480 shots
Battery Life
Step up to the Sony a550. Enjoy the spectacular imagery of 14.2 megapixels with ISO 12800 sensitivity. Experience the versatility of Quick Auto Focus Live View or MF Check Live… more

Sony A350

69
Our Score
Type
Sensor
Bargain
Price Range
14 megapixels
Resolution
3,200
Max ISO
9
Autofocus Points
3.0 fps
Capture Speed
720 shots
Battery Life
With incredible 14.2 MP detail, Sony¿s ¿ (alpha) DSLR-A350 raises the standard of excellence for step-up digital photographers shooting both family memories and fine-art photos. Live Preview in a large… more

Canon 1D Mark III

67
Our Score
Type
Sensor
Low Entry Level
Price Range
10 megapixels
Resolution
3,200
Max ISO
45
Autofocus Points
10.0 fps
Capture Speed
2200 shots
Battery Life
The Canon EOS-1D Mark III has a 10.1 Megapixel CMOS sensor (APS-H size) with Canon's EOS Integrated Cleaning System and a 3.0-inch LCD monitor with Canon's Live View technology. The… more

Sony A300

65
Our Score
Type
Sensor
Bargain
Price Range
10 megapixels
Resolution
3,200
Max ISO
9
Autofocus Points
3.0 fps
Capture Speed
730 shots
Battery Life
For first-time DSLR users, Sony¿s ¿ (alpha) DSLR-A300 combines superb 10.2 MP quality with Live Preview mode that links you and your subject in a large 2.7¿ LCD screen for… more

Sony A290

59
Our Score
Type
Sensor
Low Entry Level
Price Range
14 megapixels
Resolution
3,200
Max ISO
9
Autofocus Points
3.0 fps
Capture Speed
290 shots
Battery Life
Sony α; (alpha) DSLR-A290: more features, less blur. For family photographers who want greater quality and creativity, the Sony α; (alpha) DSLR-A290 combines high-resolution 10.2 MP, simple operation, high sensitivity… more

Nikon D2Xs

58
Our Score
Type
Sensor
High Entry Level
Price Range
12 megapixels
Resolution
800
Max ISO
Unknown
Autofocus Points
8.0 fps
Capture Speed
3800 shots
Battery Life
With a new color calibrated 2.5" LCD and wide viewing angle, increased battery life per charge, and new menu system the D2Xs continues from where the D2X left off! Compatible… more

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