Canon 1000D vs Sony A35
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Canon 1000D vs Sony A35 Key Specs
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- 10MP - APS-C Sensor
- 2.5" Fixed Screen
- ISO 100 - 1600
- No Video
- Canon EF/EF-S Mount
- 502g - 126 x 98 x 65mm
- Announced July 2008
- Alternative Name is EOS Rebel XS / Kiss F Digital
- Replacement is Canon 1100D
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Canon 1000D vs Sony A35 Overview
Following is a detailed analysis of the Canon 1000D and Sony A35, both Entry-Level DSLR digital cameras by rivals Canon and Sony. There is a crucial difference between the sensor resolutions of the 1000D (10MP) and A35 (16MP) but they enjoy the same exact sensor sizing (APS-C).

The 1000D was released 4 years prior to the A35 which is quite a serious gap as far as tech is concerned. Each of the cameras offer the identical body type (Compact SLR).
Before delving through a in-depth comparison, below is a brief introduction of how the 1000D scores against the A35 for portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

Canon 1000D vs Sony A35 Gallery
This is a sample of the gallery pics for Canon EOS 1000D and Sony SLT-A35. The complete galleries are available at Canon 1000D Gallery and Sony A35 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Canon 1000D over the Sony A35
1000D | A35 |
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Reasons to pick Sony A35 over the Canon 1000D
A35 | 1000D | |||
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Announced | September 2011 | ![]() | July 2008 | More modern by 38 months |
Display sizing | 3" | ![]() | 2.5" | Larger display (+0.5") |
Display resolution | 921k | ![]() | 230k | Clearer display (+691k dot) |
Common features in the Canon 1000D and Sony A35
1000D | A35 | |||
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Manual focus | ![]() | Dial precise focusing | ||
Display type | Fixed | ![]() | Fixed | Fixed display |
Selfie screen | ![]() | Lacking selfie screen | ||
Touch display | ![]() | Lacking Touch display |
Canon 1000D vs Sony A35 Physical Comparison
When you are going to carry around your camera, you'll need to consider its weight and size. The Canon 1000D has got outer measurements of 126mm x 98mm x 65mm (5.0" x 3.9" x 2.6") having a weight of 502 grams (1.11 lbs) whilst the Sony A35 has specifications of 124mm x 92mm x 85mm (4.9" x 3.6" x 3.3") with a weight of 415 grams (0.91 lbs).
Contrast the Canon 1000D and Sony A35 in the latest Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.
Take into account, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ dependant on the lens you are using at that moment. Underneath is the front view measurement comparison of the 1000D compared to the A35.

Taking into account size and weight, the portability grade of the 1000D and A35 is 70 and 69 respectively.

Canon 1000D vs Sony A35 Sensor Comparison
Often, it's tough to imagine the contrast between sensor sizes merely by going over specifications. The image underneath may provide you a clearer sense of the sensor sizing in the 1000D and A35.
Plainly, both of those cameras enjoy the same exact sensor sizing but different megapixels. You should expect to see the Sony A35 to deliver extra detail as a result of its extra 6MP. Greater resolution will enable you to crop pics far more aggressively. The more aged 1000D is going to be behind when it comes to sensor innovation.

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Canon 1000D vs Sony A35 Specifications
Canon EOS 1000D | Sony SLT-A35 | |
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General Information | ||
Brand | Canon | Sony |
Model type | Canon EOS 1000D | Sony SLT-A35 |
Also Known as | EOS Rebel XS / Kiss F Digital | - |
Class | Entry-Level DSLR | Entry-Level DSLR |
Announced | 2008-07-22 | 2011-09-20 |
Physical type | Compact SLR | Compact SLR |
Sensor Information | ||
Powered by | - | Bionz |
Sensor type | CMOS | CMOS |
Sensor size | APS-C | APS-C |
Sensor measurements | 22.2 x 14.8mm | 23.5 x 15.6mm |
Sensor area | 328.6mm² | 366.6mm² |
Sensor resolution | 10 megapixel | 16 megapixel |
Anti alias filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 3:2 | 3:2 and 16:9 |
Highest Possible resolution | 3888 x 2592 | 4912 x 3264 |
Maximum native ISO | 1600 | 25600 |
Minimum native ISO | 100 | 100 |
RAW files | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Manual focusing | ||
Autofocus touch | ||
Continuous autofocus | ||
Single autofocus | ||
Tracking autofocus | ||
Selective autofocus | ||
Autofocus center weighted | ||
Autofocus multi area | ||
Autofocus live view | ||
Face detection autofocus | ||
Contract detection autofocus | ||
Phase detection autofocus | ||
Total focus points | 7 | 15 |
Cross type focus points | - | 3 |
Lens | ||
Lens mount type | Canon EF/EF-S | Sony/Minolta Alpha |
Number of lenses | 326 | 143 |
Focal length multiplier | 1.6 | 1.5 |
Screen | ||
Type of screen | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Screen sizing | 2.5" | 3" |
Screen resolution | 230 thousand dots | 921 thousand dots |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch operation | ||
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder | Optical (pentamirror) | Electronic |
Viewfinder resolution | - | 1,150 thousand dots |
Viewfinder coverage | 95% | 100% |
Viewfinder magnification | 0.51x | 0.73x |
Features | ||
Min shutter speed | 30 seconds | 30 seconds |
Max shutter speed | 1/4000 seconds | 1/4000 seconds |
Continuous shutter rate | 3.0 frames/s | 6.0 frames/s |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Manual mode | ||
Exposure compensation | Yes | Yes |
Custom white balance | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Integrated flash | ||
Flash distance | 13.00 m (ISO 100) | 12.00 m |
Flash modes | Auto, On, Red-eye reduction, Off | Auto, On, Off, Red-Eye, Slow Sync, High Speed Sync, Rear Curtain, Fill-in, Wireless |
Hot shoe | ||
Auto exposure bracketing | ||
WB bracketing | ||
Max flash synchronize | 1/200 seconds | 1/160 seconds |
Exposure | ||
Multisegment exposure | ||
Average exposure | ||
Spot exposure | ||
Partial exposure | ||
AF area exposure | ||
Center weighted exposure | ||
Video features | ||
Supported video resolutions | - | 1920 x 1080 (60, 29.97 fps), 1440 x 1080 (30fps), 640 x 424 (29.97 fps) |
Maximum video resolution | None | 1920x1080 |
Video file format | - | MPEG-4, AVCHD, H.264 |
Microphone port | ||
Headphone port | ||
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 | 502g (1.11 pounds) | 415g (0.91 pounds) |
Dimensions | 126 x 98 x 65mm (5.0" x 3.9" x 2.6") | 124 x 92 x 85mm (4.9" x 3.6" x 3.3") |
DXO scores | ||
DXO Overall rating | 62 | 74 |
DXO Color Depth rating | 22.0 | 23.3 |
DXO Dynamic range rating | 10.9 | 12.7 |
DXO Low light rating | 719 | 763 |
Other | ||
Battery life | 500 photographs | 440 photographs |
Form of battery | Battery Pack | Battery Pack |
Battery ID | - | NP-FW50 |
Self timer | Yes (10 sec (2 sec with mirror lock-up)) | Yes (2 or 10 sec, 10 sec 3 or 5 images) |
Time lapse shooting | ||
Storage type | SD/SDHC/MMC card | SD/SDHC/SDXC/Memory Stick Pro Duo/ Pro-HG Duo |
Card slots | Single | Single |
Launch price | $160 | $598 |