Canon 1100D vs Sony A290
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Canon 1100D vs Sony A290 Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 12MP - APS-C Sensor
- 2.7" Fixed Screen
- ISO 100 - 6400
- 1280 x 720 video
- Canon EF/EF-S Mount
- 495g - 130 x 100 x 78mm
- Released April 2011
- Other Name is EOS Rebel T3 / EOS Kiss X50
- Succeeded the Canon 1000D
- Renewed by Canon 1200D
(Full Review)
- 14MP - APS-C Sensor
- 2.7" Fixed Display
- ISO 100 - 3200
- Sensor based Image Stabilization
- No Video
- Sony/Minolta Alpha Mount
- 549g - 128 x 97 x 86mm
- Released June 2010
- Succeeded the Sony A230
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Following is a detailed assessment of the Canon 1100D and Sony A290, both Entry-Level DSLR cameras by rivals Canon and Sony. The resolution of the 1100D (12MP) and the A290 (14MP) is very close and both cameras provide the same sensor measurements (APS-C).
Japan-exclusive Leica Leitz Phone 3 features big sensor and new modesThe 1100D was launched 11 months after the A290 so they are of a similar generation. Each of the cameras have the same body design (Compact SLR).
Before getting right into a full comparison, here is a concise summation of how the 1100D scores versus the A290 with regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall score.
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Below is a sample of the gallery pics for Canon EOS 1100D and Sony Alpha DSLR-A290. The complete galleries are viewable at Canon 1100D Gallery and Sony A290 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Canon 1100D over the Sony A290
| 1100D | A290 | |||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Released | April 2011 |  | June 2010 | More modern by 11 months |
Reasons to pick Sony A290 over the Canon 1100D
| A290 | 1100D |
|---|
Common features in the Canon 1100D and Sony A290
| 1100D | A290 | |||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Manual focus |  | More accurate focusing | ||
| Display type | Fixed |  | Fixed | Fixed display |
| Display dimensions | 2.7" |  | 2.7" | Equal display measurements |
| Display resolution | 230k |  | 230k | Same display resolution |
| Selfie screen |  | Neither has selfie screen | ||
| Touch friendly display |  | Lack of Touch friendly display |
Canon 1100D vs Sony A290 Physical Comparison
In case you're looking to carry around your camera regularly, you have to factor its weight and measurements. The Canon 1100D has physical dimensions of 130mm x 100mm x 78mm (5.1" x 3.9" x 3.1") and a weight of 495 grams (1.09 lbs) whilst the Sony A290 has proportions of 128mm x 97mm x 86mm (5.0" x 3.8" x 3.4") with a weight of 549 grams (1.21 lbs).
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Do not forget, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ dependant on the lens you are utilizing at that time. Here is a front view overall size comparison of the 1100D vs the A290.
Considering size and weight, the portability rating of the 1100D and A290 is 67 and 66 respectively.
Canon 1100D vs Sony A290 Sensor Comparison
Oftentimes, it is very hard to imagine the gap in sensor sizes purely by researching specs. The image below will give you a far better sense of the sensor dimensions in the 1100D and A290.
All in all, both the cameras provide the same sensor dimensions but different megapixels. You should expect to see the Sony A290 to provide you with more detail utilizing its extra 2 Megapixels. Greater resolution will also help you crop images more aggressively. The fresher 1100D provides a benefit when it comes to sensor tech.
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Canon 1100D vs Sony A290 Specifications
| Canon EOS 1100D | Sony Alpha DSLR-A290 | |
|---|---|---|
| General Information | ||
| Brand | Canon | Sony |
| Model type | Canon EOS 1100D | Sony Alpha DSLR-A290 |
| Otherwise known as | EOS Rebel T3 / EOS Kiss X50 | - |
| Category | Entry-Level DSLR | Entry-Level DSLR |
| Released | 2011-04-13 | 2010-06-09 |
| Body design | Compact SLR | Compact SLR |
| Sensor Information | ||
| Powered by | Digic 4 | Bionz |
| Sensor type | CMOS | CCD |
| Sensor size | APS-C | APS-C |
| Sensor dimensions | 22.2 x 14.8mm | 23.5 x 15.7mm |
| Sensor surface area | 328.6mm² | 369.0mm² |
| Sensor resolution | 12MP | 14MP |
| Anti alias filter | ||
| Aspect ratio | 3:2 | 3:2 and 16:9 |
| Highest resolution | 4272 x 2848 | 4592 x 3056 |
| Highest native ISO | 6400 | 3200 |
| Lowest native ISO | 100 | 100 |
| RAW images | ||
| Autofocusing | ||
| Focus manually | ||
| Touch to focus | ||
| Continuous AF | ||
| AF single | ||
| Tracking AF | ||
| AF selectice | ||
| Center weighted AF | ||
| AF multi area | ||
| Live view AF | ||
| Face detection focusing | ||
| Contract detection focusing | ||
| Phase detection focusing | ||
| Total focus points | 9 | 9 |
| Cross type focus points | 1 | - |
| Lens | ||
| Lens support | Canon EF/EF-S | Sony/Minolta Alpha |
| Number of lenses | 326 | 143 |
| Crop factor | 1.6 | 1.5 |
| Screen | ||
| Screen type | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
| Screen sizing | 2.7 inch | 2.7 inch |
| Resolution of screen | 230k dot | 230k dot |
| Selfie friendly | ||
| Liveview | ||
| Touch display | ||
| Screen technology | TFT color LCD, liquid-crystal monitor | - |
| Viewfinder Information | ||
| Viewfinder type | Optical (pentamirror) | Optical (pentamirror) |
| Viewfinder coverage | 95 percent | 95 percent |
| Viewfinder magnification | 0.5x | 0.55x |
| Features | ||
| Lowest shutter speed | 30 seconds | 30 seconds |
| Highest shutter speed | 1/4000 seconds | 1/4000 seconds |
| Continuous shooting speed | 3.0 frames per second | 3.0 frames per second |
| Shutter priority | ||
| Aperture priority | ||
| Expose Manually | ||
| Exposure compensation | Yes | Yes |
| Custom WB | ||
| Image stabilization | ||
| Built-in flash | ||
| Flash distance | 9.20 m | 10.00 m (at ISO 100) |
| Flash options | Auto, On, Off, Red-eye | Auto, On, Off, Red-Eye, Slow Sync, High Speed Sync, Rear Curtain, Fill-in, Wireless |
| External flash | ||
| AEB | ||
| White balance bracketing | ||
| Highest flash sync | 1/200 seconds | 1/160 seconds |
| Exposure | ||
| Multisegment metering | ||
| Average metering | ||
| Spot metering | ||
| Partial metering | ||
| AF area metering | ||
| Center weighted metering | ||
| Video features | ||
| Video resolutions | 1280 x 720 (29.97, 25 fps) | - |
| Highest video resolution | 1280x720 | None |
| Video data format | H.264, Motion JPEG | - |
| Mic input | ||
| Headphone input | ||
| Connectivity | ||
| Wireless | Eye-Fi Connected | None |
| Bluetooth | ||
| NFC | ||
| HDMI | ||
| USB | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) |
| GPS | None | None |
| Physical | ||
| Environment seal | ||
| Water proofing | ||
| Dust proofing | ||
| Shock proofing | ||
| Crush proofing | ||
| Freeze proofing | ||
| Weight | 495 gr (1.09 pounds) | 549 gr (1.21 pounds) |
| Physical dimensions | 130 x 100 x 78mm (5.1" x 3.9" x 3.1") | 128 x 97 x 86mm (5.0" x 3.8" x 3.4") |
| DXO scores | ||
| DXO All around rating | 62 | 66 |
| DXO Color Depth rating | 21.9 | 22.6 |
| DXO Dynamic range rating | 11.0 | 11.5 |
| DXO Low light rating | 755 | 615 |
| Other | ||
| Battery life | 700 images | 290 images |
| Battery format | Battery Pack | Battery Pack |
| Battery ID | LP-E10 | NP-FH50 |
| Self timer | Yes (10 sec (2 sec with mirror lock-up)) | Yes (2 or 10 sec) |
| Time lapse feature | ||
| Type of storage | SD/SDHC/SDXC card | Memory Stick Pro Duo/ Pro-HG Duo, SD/SDHC |
| Storage slots | One | One |
| Launch pricing | $450 | $600 |