Sony NEX-3A

Sony's NEX-3A combines the best features of a powerful digital SLR and a compact point-and-shoot camera. Like an SLR, this "hybrid" camera has a larger image sensor capable of capturing cleaner, more dynamic photos. And it lets you add optional lenses and switch between them, so you can get creative with your shooting. But at just 1-3/8 inches deep, this cam has the svelte, travel-friendly body of a point-and-shoot. Cool features that make it easy to use It's obvious that Sony put a lot of thought into solving some common photography hang-ups. Just a few examples: 16mm lens — great for group shots and landscapes The included 16mm wide-angle lens gives you a "zoomed out" view, so you can capture more of the scene in front of you. Take it along to your family reunion to easily get large group shots, or bring it on your next vacation to better capture the enormity of landscapes and cityscapes. This lens's wide maximum aperture also means it's a great choice for clear, blur-free low-light shooting — whether th...