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... The technical DIWA Lab tests tend to put its finger on the spot. In the case of the Sony Alpha A900, we may conclude that the camera easily keeps up and that it is an excellent base to start developing the Alpha generation II. The limited sensitivity settings do look skimpy compared to the competitors, however the quality is fine up to 800 ISO. A higher ISO than 800 requires a struggle to keep the signal/noise ratio under control. ..."

... As far as image quality is concerned, bear in mind that I had to look quite closely at the files – serious pixel-peeping really – to see the differences. I always figure that if I have to look this closely then the differences are probably so close as to be insignificant. ..."

... With its first full-frame DSLR, Sony has shown that it can definitely run with the big boys. While we have yet to test Canon's new, midrange, full-frame 5D Mark II, this Sony currently packs the most resolution you can get in a DSLR. Add to that fast AF, an outrageously appealing viewfinder, and a body with a great grip and plenty of dedicated controls, and you've got a winner. ..."

... Focusing performance was very good, at least with the pricey F2.8, 24 - 70 mm lens that I tested. Focusing times ranged from virtually instantaneous in the best case scenarios, to around one second when the AF-assist lamp had to be used in low light situations. ..."

... In terms of image quality, the A900 is also hard to find fault with. The resolution is jaw-dropping, the dynamic range is fantastic, the tonality is great and the colors are pleasing. You do get quite a bit of noise at ISO 1600 and higher (and sometimes lower as well), but it won't really impact on the final output unless you print those high-ISO shots really, really big, ..."

... First, the Sony A900's image quality is truly awe-inspiring. Opening a file in Photoshop and hitting Command + to get to 100% reminds me of that scene in Blade Runner when Deckard uses the Esper photoanalysis machine. ..."

Sony's DSLR-A900 comes at a very competitive price for its capabilities. Being considerably cheaper than the top-of-the-range modes from Canon and Nikon, it will have genuine appeal to anyone who wants an interchangeable-lens DSLR camera that meets professional build and functionality standards. ..."