Canon 1000D vs Sony A330
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Canon 1000D vs Sony A330 Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 10MP - APS-C Sensor
- 2.5" Fixed Screen
- ISO 100 - 1600
- No Video
- Canon EF/EF-S Mount
- 502g - 126 x 98 x 65mm
- Introduced July 2008
- Other Name is EOS Rebel XS / Kiss F Digital
- Newer Model is Canon 1100D
(Full Review)
- 10MP - APS-C Sensor
- 2.7" Tilting Screen
- ISO 100 - 3200
- Sensor based Image Stabilization
- No Video
- Sony/Minolta Alpha Mount
- 529g - 128 x 97 x 71mm
- Released May 2009
- Previous Model is Sony A300
Canon 1000D vs Sony A330 Overview
The following is a detailed review of the Canon 1000D versus Sony A330, both Entry-Level DSLR cameras by rivals Canon and Sony. The resolution of the 1000D (10MP) and the A330 (10MP) is pretty close and both cameras offer the same sensor sizes (APS-C).
Photobucket discusses licensing 13 billion images with AI firmsThe 1000D was revealed 10 months prior to the A330 so they are of a similar generation. Each of the cameras have the same body design (Compact SLR).
Before delving right into a full comparison, here is a short overview of how the 1000D matches up versus the A330 with regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.
Canon 1000D vs Sony A330 Gallery
The following is a preview of the gallery images for Canon EOS 1000D and Sony Alpha DSLR-A330. The full galleries are available at Canon 1000D Gallery and Sony A330 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Canon 1000D over the Sony A330
1000D | A330 |
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Reasons to pick Sony A330 over the Canon 1000D
A330 | 1000D | |||
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Released | May 2009 | July 2008 | Newer by 10 months | |
Screen type | Tilting | Fixed | Tilting screen | |
Screen dimensions | 2.7" | 2.5" | Bigger screen (+0.2") |
Common features in the Canon 1000D and Sony A330
1000D | A330 | |||
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Manually focus | Very exact focus | |||
Screen resolution | 230k | 230k | Equal screen resolution | |
Selfie screen | Lack of selfie screen | |||
Touch screen | Lack of Touch screen |
Canon 1000D vs Sony A330 Physical Comparison
For anyone who is looking to travel with your camera frequently, you have to think about its weight and dimensions. The Canon 1000D has exterior dimensions of 126mm x 98mm x 65mm (5.0" x 3.9" x 2.6") and a weight of 502 grams (1.11 lbs) and the Sony A330 has dimensions of 128mm x 97mm x 71mm (5.0" x 3.8" x 2.8") and a weight of 529 grams (1.17 lbs).
Compare the Canon 1000D versus Sony A330 in the latest Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.Remember that, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary based on the lens you are utilising during that time. Here is a front view dimensions comparison of the 1000D compared to the A330.
Taking into consideration size and weight, the portability rating of the 1000D and A330 is 70 and 67 respectively.
Canon 1000D vs Sony A330 Sensor Comparison
Often, it is hard to picture the difference in sensor dimensions merely by researching technical specs. The picture here will give you a better sense of the sensor sizes in the 1000D and A330.
As you can tell, both of these cameras provide the same sensor dimensions and the same exact resolution so you should expect comparable quality of photographs although you have to take the release date of the cameras into account. The more aged 1000D will be disadvantaged with regard to sensor innovation.
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Canon 1000D vs Sony A330 Specifications
Canon EOS 1000D | Sony Alpha DSLR-A330 | |
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General Information | ||
Brand Name | Canon | Sony |
Model type | Canon EOS 1000D | Sony Alpha DSLR-A330 |
Also called | EOS Rebel XS / Kiss F Digital | - |
Class | Entry-Level DSLR | Entry-Level DSLR |
Introduced | 2008-07-22 | 2009-05-18 |
Physical type | Compact SLR | Compact SLR |
Sensor Information | ||
Processor Chip | - | Bionz |
Sensor type | CMOS | CCD |
Sensor size | APS-C | APS-C |
Sensor dimensions | 22.2 x 14.8mm | 23.5 x 15.7mm |
Sensor surface area | 328.6mm² | 369.0mm² |
Sensor resolution | 10 megapixels | 10 megapixels |
Anti alias filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 3:2 | 3:2 and 16:9 |
Max resolution | 3888 x 2592 | 3872 x 2592 |
Max native ISO | 1600 | 3200 |
Lowest native ISO | 100 | 100 |
RAW images | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Focus manually | ||
AF touch | ||
Continuous AF | ||
Single AF | ||
AF tracking | ||
AF selectice | ||
Center weighted AF | ||
AF multi area | ||
Live view AF | ||
Face detection focusing | ||
Contract detection focusing | ||
Phase detection focusing | ||
Total focus points | 7 | 9 |
Lens | ||
Lens support | Canon EF/EF-S | Sony/Minolta Alpha |
Total lenses | 326 | 143 |
Focal length multiplier | 1.6 | 1.5 |
Screen | ||
Type of screen | Fixed Type | Tilting |
Screen sizing | 2.5 inch | 2.7 inch |
Screen resolution | 230k dots | 230k dots |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch function | ||
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder type | Optical (pentamirror) | Optical (pentamirror) |
Viewfinder coverage | 95 percent | 95 percent |
Viewfinder magnification | 0.51x | 0.49x |
Features | ||
Minimum shutter speed | 30 seconds | 30 seconds |
Fastest shutter speed | 1/4000 seconds | 1/4000 seconds |
Continuous shutter rate | 3.0fps | 3.0fps |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Manually set exposure | ||
Exposure compensation | Yes | Yes |
Change WB | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Built-in flash | ||
Flash distance | 13.00 m (ISO 100) | 10.00 m |
Flash settings | Auto, On, Red-eye reduction, Off | Auto, On, Off, Red-Eye, Slow Sync, Rear Curtain, Wireless |
Hot shoe | ||
AEB | ||
White balance bracketing | ||
Fastest flash synchronize | 1/200 seconds | 1/160 seconds |
Exposure | ||
Multisegment | ||
Average | ||
Spot | ||
Partial | ||
AF area | ||
Center weighted | ||
Video features | ||
Max video resolution | None | None |
Mic support | ||
Headphone support | ||
Connectivity | ||
Wireless | None | None |
Bluetooth | ||
NFC | ||
HDMI | ||
USB | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) |
GPS | None | None |
Physical | ||
Environmental sealing | ||
Water proofing | ||
Dust proofing | ||
Shock proofing | ||
Crush proofing | ||
Freeze proofing | ||
Weight | 502 grams (1.11 pounds) | 529 grams (1.17 pounds) |
Physical dimensions | 126 x 98 x 65mm (5.0" x 3.9" x 2.6") | 128 x 97 x 71mm (5.0" x 3.8" x 2.8") |
DXO scores | ||
DXO Overall rating | 62 | 64 |
DXO Color Depth rating | 22.0 | 22.4 |
DXO Dynamic range rating | 10.9 | 11.5 |
DXO Low light rating | 719 | 535 |
Other | ||
Battery life | 500 photos | 230 photos |
Battery style | Battery Pack | Battery Pack |
Battery ID | - | NP-FH50 |
Self timer | Yes (10 sec (2 sec with mirror lock-up)) | Yes (2 or 10 sec) |
Time lapse shooting | ||
Type of storage | SD/SDHC/MMC card | SD/ SDHC, Memory Stick Pro Duo |
Card slots | 1 | 1 |
Cost at release | $160 | $545 |