Canon 1000D vs Sony H20

Here, we are analyzing the Canon 1000D vs Sony H20, one being a Entry-Level DSLR and the other is a Small Sensor Compact by rivals Canon and Sony. The sensor resolution of the 1000D (10MP) and the H20 (10MP) is fairly comparable but the 1000D (APS-C) and H20 (1/2.3") have different sensor sizing.

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The 1000D was introduced 9 months before the H20 which means that they are both of a similar generation. Each of these cameras feature different body design with the Canon 1000D being a Compact SLR camera and the Sony H20 being a Compact camera.

Before getting right into a detailed comparison, here is a short overview of how the 1000D grades vs the H20 with regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

Here is a sample of the gallery pictures for Canon EOS 1000D and Sony Cyber-shot DSC-H20. The whole galleries are provided at Canon 1000D Gallery and Sony H20 Gallery.

When you are planning to carry your camera, you are going to need to consider its weight and proportions. The Canon 1000D provides physical dimensions of 126mm x 98mm x 65mm (5.0" x 3.9" x 2.6") having a weight of 502 grams (1.11 lbs) while the Sony H20 has measurements of 107mm x 69mm x 47mm (4.2" x 2.7" x 1.9") having a weight of 250 grams (0.55 lbs).

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Do not forget, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change depending on the lens you choose at that time. Following is a front view dimensions comparison of the 1000D vs the H20.

Taking into consideration size and weight, the portability score of the 1000D and H20 is 70 and 87 respectively.

Oftentimes, it can be hard to picture the contrast in sensor sizing merely by seeing technical specs. The photograph here may offer you a much better sense of the sensor dimensions in the 1000D and H20.

As you can tell, both of these cameras feature the identical resolution but different sensor sizing. The 1000D uses the larger sensor which will make achieving shallow depth of field easier. The older 1000D will be disadvantaged in sensor tech.