There was a very good reason why the Sony A55 and A33 camera launches were set against a snowy backdrop. According to the Sony Japan website, both DSLR shooters have overheating issues when it comes to video recording.
According to Sony, the A55 and A33 can't keep their cool for more than 11 minutes when recording video at a temperature of 20 degrees Celsius with Image Stabilization switched on. As a matter of fact, the Sony A55 overheats in just under 9 minutes with IS turned on (with IS off you will get the maximum 30 minutes provided the weather remains at a cool 20 degrees Celsius).
This poses as a serious problem in tropical climates where the weather is generally in the 25 to 35 degrees Celsius range. With those odds against you, it may be difficult to get more than 5 minutes of solid video recording.
So in case you are considering purchasing either one of these Sony Alpha cameras for its video capabilities as well, it will be good to shop around for an alternative or a backup camcorder.
According to Sony, the A55 and A33 can't keep their cool for more than 11 minutes when recording video at a temperature of 20 degrees Celsius with Image Stabilization switched on. As a matter of fact, the Sony A55 overheats in just under 9 minutes with IS turned on (with IS off you will get the maximum 30 minutes provided the weather remains at a cool 20 degrees Celsius).
This poses as a serious problem in tropical climates where the weather is generally in the 25 to 35 degrees Celsius range. With those odds against you, it may be difficult to get more than 5 minutes of solid video recording.
So in case you are considering purchasing either one of these Sony Alpha cameras for its video capabilities as well, it will be good to shop around for an alternative or a backup camcorder.