Canon 1100D vs Sony A57
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![Canon EOS 1100D front Canon EOS 1100D front](https://pxlmag.com/db/images/cameras/w300/fronton/Canon-EOS-1100D.jpg)
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Canon 1100D vs Sony A57 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
- Launched April 2011
- Also referred to as EOS Rebel T3 / EOS Kiss X50
- Replaced the Canon 1000D
- Successor is Canon 1200D
(Full Review)
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Canon 1100D vs Sony A57 Overview
Its time to look more closely at the Canon 1100D versus Sony A57, both Entry-Level DSLR cameras by manufacturers Canon and Sony. There exists a huge gap among the image resolutions of the 1100D (12MP) and A57 (16MP) but both cameras offer the same sensor sizes (APS-C).
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The 1100D was launched 17 months earlier than the A57 making them a generation away from one another. Both the cameras have the same body design (Compact SLR).
Before delving straight to a full comparison, here is a quick summary of how the 1100D grades vs the A57 when it comes to portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.
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Canon 1100D vs Sony A57 Gallery
Below is a sample of the gallery pics for Canon EOS 1100D and Sony SLT-A57. The complete galleries are viewable at Canon 1100D Gallery and Sony A57 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Canon 1100D over the Sony A57
1100D | A57 |
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Reasons to pick Sony A57 over the Canon 1100D
A57 | 1100D | |||
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Revealed | September 2012 | ![]() | April 2011 | Newer by 17 months |
Display type | Fully Articulated | ![]() | Fixed | Fully Articulating display |
Display dimensions | 3" | ![]() | 2.7" | Larger display (+0.3") |
Display resolution | 921k | ![]() | 230k | Clearer display (+691k dot) |
Selfie screen | ![]() | Take selfies |
Common features in the Canon 1100D and Sony A57
1100D | A57 | |||
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Focus manually | ![]() | Dial accurate focusing | ||
Touch display | ![]() | Missing Touch display |
Canon 1100D vs Sony A57 Physical Comparison
For those who are going to travel with your camera regularly, you have to consider its weight and dimensions. The Canon 1100D has exterior dimensions of 130mm x 100mm x 78mm (5.1" x 3.9" x 3.1") accompanied by a weight of 495 grams (1.09 lbs) and the Sony A57 has dimensions of 132mm x 98mm x 81mm (5.2" x 3.9" x 3.2") accompanied by a weight of 618 grams (1.36 lbs).
See the Canon 1100D versus Sony A57 in the latest Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.![Camera Size Comparison with Lenses Camera Size Comparison with Lenses](https://pxlmag.com/db/assets/camera-size-comparison-animation.gif)
Remember that, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ based on the lens you are utilising at the time. The following is a front view measurement comparison of the 1100D against the A57.
![Canon 1100D vs Sony A57 size comparison Canon 1100D vs Sony A57 size comparison](https://pxlmag.com/db/images/camera-compare/Canon-EOS-1100D-vs-Sony-SLT-A57-size-comparison.jpg)
Looking at dimensions and weight, the portability rating of the 1100D and A57 is 67 and 64 respectively.
![Canon 1100D vs Sony A57 top view buttons comparison Canon 1100D vs Sony A57 top view buttons comparison](https://pxlmag.com/db/images/camera-compare/Canon-EOS-1100D-vs-Sony-SLT-A57-top-view-buttons-comparison.jpg)
Canon 1100D vs Sony A57 Sensor Comparison
Quite often, it's hard to imagine the difference in sensor dimensions simply by seeing technical specs. The pic underneath might provide you a far better sense of the sensor sizes in the 1100D and A57.
As you can tell, both of those cameras provide the same sensor dimensions but different megapixels. You should expect to see the Sony A57 to produce extra detail utilizing its extra 4MP. Greater resolution can also enable you to crop pics more aggressively. The more aged 1100D will be disadvantaged when it comes to sensor technology.
![Canon 1100D vs Sony A57 sensor size comparison Canon 1100D vs Sony A57 sensor size comparison](https://pxlmag.com/db/images/sensor-compare/Canon-EOS-1100D-vs-Sony-SLT-A57-sensor-size-comparison.png)
Canon 1100D vs Sony A57 Screen and ViewFinder
![Canon 1100D vs Sony A57 Screen and Viewfinder comparison Canon 1100D vs Sony A57 Screen and Viewfinder comparison](https://pxlmag.com/db/images/camera-compare/Canon-EOS-1100D-vs-Sony-SLT-A57-screen-back-comparison.jpg)
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Canon 1100D vs Sony A57 Specifications
Canon EOS 1100D | Sony SLT-A57 | |
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General Information | ||
Brand | Canon | Sony |
Model | Canon EOS 1100D | Sony SLT-A57 |
Also called as | EOS Rebel T3 / EOS Kiss X50 | - |
Category | Entry-Level DSLR | Entry-Level DSLR |
Launched | 2011-04-13 | 2012-09-13 |
Body design | Compact SLR | Compact SLR |
Sensor Information | ||
Processor | Digic 4 | - |
Sensor type | CMOS | CMOS |
Sensor size | APS-C | APS-C |
Sensor dimensions | 22.2 x 14.8mm | 23.5 x 15.6mm |
Sensor surface area | 328.6mm² | 366.6mm² |
Sensor resolution | 12 megapixel | 16 megapixel |
Anti aliasing filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 3:2 | 3:2 and 16:9 |
Highest resolution | 4272 x 2848 | 4912 x 3264 |
Highest native ISO | 6400 | 16000 |
Highest boosted ISO | - | 25600 |
Lowest native ISO | 100 | 100 |
RAW images | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Focus manually | ||
Autofocus touch | ||
Continuous autofocus | ||
Single autofocus | ||
Tracking autofocus | ||
Autofocus selectice | ||
Center weighted autofocus | ||
Autofocus multi area | ||
Live view autofocus | ||
Face detection focus | ||
Contract detection focus | ||
Phase detection focus | ||
Number of focus points | 9 | 15 |
Cross focus points | 1 | 3 |
Lens | ||
Lens mounting type | Canon EF/EF-S | Sony/Minolta Alpha |
Available lenses | 326 | 143 |
Focal length multiplier | 1.6 | 1.5 |
Screen | ||
Screen type | Fixed Type | Fully Articulated |
Screen size | 2.7" | 3" |
Screen resolution | 230 thousand dot | 921 thousand dot |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch function | ||
Screen technology | TFT color LCD, liquid-crystal monitor | Xtra Fine TFT drive with TruBlack technology |
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder | Optical (pentamirror) | Electronic |
Viewfinder resolution | - | 1,440 thousand dot |
Viewfinder coverage | 95% | 100% |
Viewfinder magnification | 0.5x | 0.7x |
Features | ||
Lowest shutter speed | 30 secs | 30 secs |
Highest shutter speed | 1/4000 secs | 1/4000 secs |
Continuous shooting speed | 3.0 frames per second | 12.0 frames per second |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Manually set exposure | ||
Exposure compensation | Yes | Yes |
Change white balance | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Built-in flash | ||
Flash range | 9.20 m | 10.00 m (@ ISO 100) |
Flash modes | Auto, On, Off, Red-eye | Auto, On, Off, Red-Eye, Slow Sync, High Speed Sync, Rear Curtain, Fill-in, Wireless |
External flash | ||
AEB | ||
WB bracketing | ||
Highest flash sync | 1/200 secs | 1/160 secs |
Exposure | ||
Multisegment exposure | ||
Average exposure | ||
Spot exposure | ||
Partial exposure | ||
AF area exposure | ||
Center weighted exposure | ||
Video features | ||
Video resolutions | 1280 x 720 (29.97, 25 fps) | 1920 x 1080 (60p, 24p), 1440 x 1080 (30p), 640 x 480 (30 fps) |
Highest video resolution | 1280x720 | 1920x1080 |
Video file format | H.264, Motion JPEG | MPEG-4, AVCHD, H.264 |
Mic input | ||
Headphone input | ||
Connectivity | ||
Wireless | Eye-Fi Connected | Eye-Fi Connected |
Bluetooth | ||
NFC | ||
HDMI | ||
USB | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) |
GPS | None | None |
Physical | ||
Environmental seal | ||
Water proof | ||
Dust proof | ||
Shock proof | ||
Crush proof | ||
Freeze proof | ||
Weight | 495g (1.09 lb) | 618g (1.36 lb) |
Physical dimensions | 130 x 100 x 78mm (5.1" x 3.9" x 3.1") | 132 x 98 x 81mm (5.2" x 3.9" x 3.2") |
DXO scores | ||
DXO All around score | 62 | 75 |
DXO Color Depth score | 21.9 | 23.4 |
DXO Dynamic range score | 11.0 | 13.0 |
DXO Low light score | 755 | 785 |
Other | ||
Battery life | 700 images | 550 images |
Battery format | Battery Pack | Battery Pack |
Battery model | LP-E10 | NP-FM500H |
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 | SD/SDHC/SDXC/Memory Stick Pro Duo/ Pro-HG Duo |
Storage slots | 1 | 1 |
Launch pricing | $450 | $1,000 |