Canon 100D vs Sony A58

The following is a thorough review of the Canon 100D versus Sony A58, both Entry-Level DSLR digital cameras by brands Canon and Sony. The sensor resolution of the 100D (18MP) and the A58 (20MP) is fairly well matched and they use the same exact sensor dimensions (APS-C).

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The 100D was announced 4 months prior to the A58 which means that they are of a similar generation. Each of the cameras offer the identical body type (Compact SLR).

Before going in to a in depth comparison, below is a concise synopsis of how the 100D grades versus the A58 with regard to portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

Below is a sample of the gallery pictures for Canon EOS 100D and Sony SLT-A58. The whole galleries are provided at Canon 100D Gallery and Sony A58 Gallery.

For anyone who is intending to travel with your camera, you will need to think about its weight and size. The Canon 100D has external measurements of 117mm x 91mm x 69mm (4.6" x 3.6" x 2.7") with a weight of 407 grams (0.90 lbs) and the Sony A58 has specifications of 129mm x 95mm x 78mm (5.1" x 3.7" x 3.1") along with a weight of 492 grams (1.08 lbs).

Check the Canon 100D versus Sony A58 in the latest Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Always remember, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary dependant on the lens you are employing at that moment. Following is the front view measurement comparison of the 100D against the A58.

Considering size and weight, the portability grade of the 100D and A58 is 73 and 68 respectively.

Oftentimes, it's difficult to see the contrast between sensor dimensions purely by checking specs. The pic below may give you a stronger sense of the sensor sizing in the 100D and A58.

All in all, each of the cameras offer the same exact sensor sizing but not the same resolution. You should anticipate the Sony A58 to resolve extra detail with its extra 2MP. Greater resolution will let you crop images a little more aggressively.