$599 for the body AND two lenses. Online (free shipping) or pick-up at the store ... check availability before you go.

Great entry level DSLR camera kit.

Linko to package on BestBuy.com

Review from Camera Labs

* 10.2-megapixel Super HAD CCD captures high-resolution images up to 3872 x 2592 pixels; antidust technology helps eliminate dust and debris from the APS-size CCD image sensor for clear image results

* DT 18-70mm f/3.5-f/5.6 zoom lens included for intricate picture detail; accepts Sony G Series, Sony DT zoom lenses, Carl Zeiss T coated lenses and Minolta A-mount lenses

* 2.7" Clear Photo LCD monitor with 230K pixels for improved viewing in sunlight; histogram display

* High ISO sensitivity up to ISO 3200 for improved low-light shooting

* Super SteadyShot picture stabilization minimizes shake and vibration distortion for enhanced image clarity

* Bionz image processor with Large Scale Integrated (LSI) circuitry responds quickly delivering improved response time and increased battery life

* Portrait, landscape, macro, sports, sunset and night portrait/night view scene modes

* 9-point center-cross autofocus and AF illuminator light; Eye-Start Autofocus system delivers precision autofocus adjustment for capturing fast action shots without blurring

* Super accurate exposure control utilizes a 40-segment honeycomb sensing system to provide multipattern measuring for improved exposure control accuracy

* Continuous burst shooting mode with intelligent buffer management captures 3 fps or up to 6 pictures in RAW or JPEG formats for fast action shots

* 8 white balance modes, including auto, daylight, shade, cloudy, tungsten, fluorescent, color temperature/color filter and custom, to achieve natural tones under different lighting conditions

* Built-in pop-up flash enhances angle of illumination for close flash photos without a lens shadow; red-eye reduction on/off, auto, slow sync, high-speed sync, fill-flash and rear flash sync modes; hot shoe

* Dynamic range optimizer utilizes gamma curves and a fast response time to recover details in dark or bright areas for improved shadow detail and contrast

* Standard, vivid, portrait, landscape, night view, sunset, black & white and Adobe RGB color modes for creative images

* CompactFlash Type I/II media slot with support for Memory Stick PRO Duo media cards (not included) with optional adapter (not included); records RAW, JPEG and RAW + JPEG

* USB 2.0 interface and selectable video outputs

* Rechargeable lithium-ion battery NP-FM500H (included) with Stamina power delivers long lasting results and charges quickly

* Telephoto Zoom Lens details: 13 elements in 10 groups with 7 aperture blades, 4x zoom, f/4.5-5.6 maximum aperture, Working distance of nearly 5' from the front of the lens to the subject, 32° - 8° 10' diagonal angle of view, Circular aperture design captures natural highlights, 55mm filter size, Includes front and rear lens caps and lens hood

Darn good deal with the 2nd Lense, thats a $225 option.. The Base Camera and standard 18-75 lense is $499 at Dell.com http://accessories.us.Dell.com/sna/productdetail.aspx?sku=A1503231&cs=19&c=us&l=en&dgc=SS&cid=27530&lid=627063

www.SonyStyle.com has the same prices of 499/599 (free shipping too) and you get CashBack through fatwallet, as well as 5 points/dollar if you have a Sony card.

lattiboy said:Good deal OP, but be warned, the 75-300mm lens is pretty crap. You're better off grabbing the $499 kit and picking up a Minolta 100-300mm AF off of eBay for about $100. A VASTLY superior lens, IMO (I've owned both). Seems like some people disagree with your dislike of this lens. On Amazon.com, 22 reviewers rate this lens an average of 4.5 stars (12 5-star ratings, 7 4-star ratings, 3 3-star ratings, 0 2-star and 0 1-star ratings.) I've only had the lens one day, but so far I'm quite impressed (especially since the lens ended up costing me $99).

JK27 said:Seems like some people disagree with your dislike of this lens. On Amazon.com, 22 reviewers rate this lens an average of 4.5 stars (12 5-star ratings, 7 4-star ratings, 3 3-star ratings, 0 2-star and 0 1-star ratings.) I've only had the lens one day, but so far I'm quite impressed (especially since the lens ended up costing me $99).

I concur, for $99 the lens is quite agreeable.

JK27 said:Full review of both the Sony 18-70mm kit lens and the Sony 75-300mm telephoto lens from cameralabs.com: Linko

So pretty much, if you're not a pro then go ahead(even though it got a 70%) rating. It's slow and the anti-shake isn't that good at the farther end of the lens; but for the average consumer it's ok.
If you want to do photojournalism, be a semi-pro, etc, I'd just buy the body and get the len(s) you want.

closeupman said:JK27 said:Full review of both the Sony 18-70mm kit lens and the Sony 75-300mm telephoto lens from cameralabs.com: Linko

So pretty much, if you're not a pro then go ahead(even though it got a 70%) rating. It's slow and the anti-shake isn't that good at the farther end of the lens; but for the average consumer it's ok.
If you want to do photojournalism, be a semi-pro, etc, I'd just buy the body and get the len(s) you want. From the review linked above:

"Ultimately the 75-300mm is a budget lens but performs well for the price. If you bought an A100 with a single lens, it’s well worth considering, although you should also check out the Sigma 18-200mm and Tamron 18-200mm alternatives, along with Sony’s own version. They may not zoom as close, but they do have the convenience of a single lens solution.

If you’ve decided the A100’s right for you but not bought it yet though, the twin lens kit sporting the DT 18-70mm and 75-300mm lenses is a great option. It’ll give you a highly flexible focal range at a low price that’ll suit many photographers for a long time."

For $99 additional, I went for the dual lens kit. So, far I have not found it to be overly slow. And, the comment about the anti-shake at the far end of the lens is more of a comment on in-camera anti-shake stabilization technology versus in-lens anti-shake stabilization technology. This is an entry level DSLR and the dual lens kit is also entry level. I think it will work great for my needs. YMMV.

I am thinking about it too. However, the A200K doesn't have Live View which I really like. I am looking at the Olympus E420 at Circuit City for the same price and it also comes with the extra lens and kits. It does have Live View.

JK27 said:
For $99 additional, I went for the dual lens kit. So, far I have not found it to be overly slow. And, the comment about the anti-shake at the far end of the lens is more of a comment on in-camera anti-shake stabilization technology versus in-lens anti-shake stabilization technology. This is an entry level DSLR and the dual lens kit is also entry level. I think it will work great for my needs. YMMV.

I did say it was okay for an average consumer. If you're looking to do more than that you're better off getting lenses individually to suit your tastes. However, if it really is a good deal $$$-wise, then it might behove to get it with the extra lens and use it as a backup or try to sell it.

However, 4.5 on the low end is SLOW for a telephoto.

JK27 said: It's also selling for only $99. Can you find us a faster, better 75-300mm telephoto lens for $99? If so, please post it here

The best I could find after a simple Amazon search was 130, http://www.Amazon.com/Tamron-Autofocus-75-300mm-Digital-Camera/dp/B000HZBTL2/ref=pd_bbs_12?ie=UTF8&s=electronics&qid=1215634601&sr=8-12

It's slightly faster at the wide end(4.0 vs 4.5).

Like I said, it seems like a good price, so I'd say it's fine to buy it like that.
Main thing: get a good mid level wide lens like a 50mm with a f1.8 or lower, they have it for canon at Amazon for like $90, not sure about Sony.

Zoom is good for bluring the background and keeping a certain subject in focus and also for animal or spy photography, but if you really want to learn photography a good prime with a fast wide aperture will be more beneficial. You can always move your feet to get closer(if possible...don't walk off a cliff!). Plus 50mm times your lens' crop factor will give you the usually best framing for portraiture.

Check out http://www.dpreview.com/ for reviews
I couldn't find a review of this model but did find reviews of the previous iteriation and the current one. Canon gets much better ratings. You might want to check them, or Nikon out, before you buy.

However, if price is your ultimate factor than I think you've probably set your mind to the Sony