The much disputed SLT technology really loses 1/3 f-stop of light but gives you fast and precise autofocus in video mode. The A57 features in-body stabilization - hence you can buy cheaper lenses, including older Konica / Minolta ones, which are cheap and very good. Furthermore, you can use manual focus lenses with M42 and/or T/T2 mounts. You will need adaptors for those, but they are very cheap and don't degrade the IQ as they have no optical elements.
Which camera do you recommend for Frank-Villafane?
Sony A57 - $460
16 MP|APS-C CMOS|3" LCD
Olympus E-M5 - $999
15.9 MP|Four Thirds CMOS|3" OLED
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| 2 |  | Recommendations for Sony SLT A57 |
| 0 |  | Recommendations for Olympus OM-D E-M5 |
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