The Sony α 230 (DSLR-A230) is a discontinued entry-level digital single-lens reflex camera (DSLR).

The Sony α230 includes Creative Style, or preset color settings; BRAVIA Sync with a built in HDMI plug, and anti-dust technology.

The Sony α230's anti-dust system is a charge protection coating on a low pass filter and image-sensor shift mechanism.

The Sony α230 officially succeeded the Sony α 200, however the α230 seems to be targeted towards a more entry-level market as it is much lighter, several features have been removed and direct buttons to several options have been replaced with on-screen menus, unlike the α200 which uses CompactFlash memory cards, the α230 will take either a Memory Stick PRO Duo or an SD/SDHC card.

Remote control is sold separately, and is enabled through the Drive mode menu by selecting 'Remote Commander'.