Hi just got myself an a200 from MS at 1050 incl gst with Sony pktg. Cant wait for the a300 cos going to Tasmania for long term aft CNY. Not a bad deal I think. Now charging the batt and had taken a few snap shot. V satisfied with the speed and af just abit noisy on the motor. Like the built and MIJ. Was thinking of Cannon 400d, just dont like the small size, grip and name -"Rebel" in other continents even though the pict quality is good and wide variety of lenses esp cheaper 3rd party ones. Noticed that Sony alpha lenses are ex, so hoping to have more 3rd party lenses coming out.