Canon 1200D vs Sony A58

Below, we will be looking at the Canon 1200D and Sony A58, both Entry-Level DSLR digital cameras by brands Canon and Sony. The sensor resolution of the 1200D (18MP) and the A58 (20MP) is pretty similar and they possess the exact same sensor size (APS-C).

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The 1200D was unveiled 3 months after the A58 which means that they are of a similar age. Both of these cameras come with the identical body type (Compact SLR).

Before delving straight into a step-by-step comparison, below is a quick overview of how the 1200D grades against the A58 when considering portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

Following is a preview of the gallery images for Canon EOS 1200D & Sony SLT-A58. The full galleries are viewable at Canon 1200D Gallery & Sony A58 Gallery.

If you are looking to travel with your camera, you should factor its weight and proportions. The Canon 1200D has got exterior dimensions of 130mm x 100mm x 78mm (5.1" x 3.9" x 3.1") with a weight of 480 grams (1.06 lbs) and the Sony A58 has measurements of 129mm x 95mm x 78mm (5.1" x 3.7" x 3.1") accompanied by a weight of 492 grams (1.08 lbs).

Compare the Canon 1200D and Sony A58 in our newest Camera & Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Don't forget, the weight of an ILC will differ based on the lens you select at the time. Following is the front view dimensions comparison of the 1200D versus the A58.

Looking at size and weight, the portability grade of the 1200D and A58 is 68 and 68 respectively.

Usually, it is very difficult to visualise the difference between sensor dimensions merely by going over technical specs. The image underneath might give you a better sense of the sensor sizes in the 1200D and A58.

As you can tell, both of the cameras have got the exact same sensor measurements albeit not the same resolution. You can expect the Sony A58 to offer you more detail having an extra 2 Megapixels. Higher resolution will also enable you to crop pictures much more aggressively.