Canon 100D vs Sony A580

Below, we will be analyzing the Canon 100D and Sony A580, both Entry-Level DSLR cameras by companies Canon and Sony. The resolution of the 100D (18MP) and the A580 (16MP) is relatively comparable and they use the exact same sensor measurements (APS-C).

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The 100D was unveiled 2 years after the A580 which is a fairly sizable difference as far as camera technology is concerned. Both of the cameras come with the identical body type (Compact SLR).

Before getting in to a more detailed comparison, below is a brief overview of how the 100D grades versus the A580 in the way of portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

Below is a preview of the gallery photos for Canon EOS 100D & Sony Alpha DSLR-A580. The full galleries are available at Canon 100D Gallery & Sony A580 Gallery.

For those who are intending to carry around your camera, you're going to have to factor its weight and measurements. The Canon 100D has got physical dimensions of 117mm x 91mm x 69mm (4.6" x 3.6" x 2.7") having a weight of 407 grams (0.90 lbs) and the Sony A580 has proportions of 137mm x 104mm x 84mm (5.4" x 4.1" x 3.3") accompanied by a weight of 599 grams (1.32 lbs).

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Remember, the weight of an ILC will differ depending on the lens you are utilizing at the time. Underneath is the front view over all size comparison of the 100D vs the A580.

Using dimensions and weight, the portability grade of the 100D and A580 is 73 and 64 respectively.

Sometimes, it can be tough to picture the contrast in sensor sizes merely by going through a spec sheet. The picture below should offer you a much better sense of the sensor dimensions in the 100D and A580.

As you can see, both cameras posses the exact same sensor measurements albeit different resolution. You can count on the Canon 100D to show greater detail having an extra 2 Megapixels. Higher resolution will make it easier to crop shots somewhat more aggressively. The fresher 100D should have an edge when it comes to sensor technology.