Canon 100D vs Sony A65

Here, we will be contrasting the Canon 100D and Sony A65, both Entry-Level DSLR digital cameras by manufacturers Canon and Sony. There is a big difference between the sensor resolutions of the 100D (18MP) and A65 (24MP) but both cameras provide the identical sensor measurements (APS-C).

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The 100D was unveiled 21 months later than the A65 which makes them a generation apart from each other. Both the cameras feature the same body design (Compact SLR).

Before going right into a in-depth comparison, here is a simple highlight of how the 100D grades versus the A65 when considering portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.

The following is a preview of the gallery photos for Canon EOS 100D and Sony SLT-A65. The full galleries are viewable at Canon 100D Gallery and Sony A65 Gallery.

When you are going to lug around your camera frequently, you are going to need to take into account its weight and volume. The Canon 100D provides outer 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 A65 has sizing of 132mm x 97mm x 81mm (5.2" x 3.8" x 3.2") having a weight of 622 grams (1.37 lbs).

See the Canon 100D and Sony A65 in the new Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Remember that, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change depending on the lens you have chosen at the time. Underneath is a front view scale comparison of the 100D versus the A65.

Looking at size and weight, the portability score of the 100D and A65 is 73 and 64 respectively.

Often, it is tough to imagine the difference between sensor measurements just by reading specifications. The visual below may provide you a better sense of the sensor dimensions in the 100D and A65.

Plainly, both of the cameras feature the identical sensor size albeit different resolution. You should count on the Sony A65 to offer you greater detail having an extra 6MP. Higher resolution can also help you crop pictures way more aggressively. The more recent 100D provides an edge when it comes to sensor technology.