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Canon 20Da vs Sony A77 II

Portability
59
Imaging
46
Features
39
Overall
43
Canon EOS 20Da front
 
Sony SLT-A77 II front
Portability
62
Imaging
66
Features
85
Overall
73

Canon 20Da vs Sony A77 II Key Specs

Canon 20Da
(Full Review)
  • 8MP - APS-C Sensor
  • 1.8" Fixed Screen
  • ISO 100 - 1600 (Increase to 3200)
  • 1/8000s Max Shutter
  • No Video
  • Canon EF/EF-S Mount
  • 770g - 144 x 106 x 72mm
  • Released June 2005
Sony A77 II
(Full Review)
  • 24MP - APS-C Sensor
  • 3" Fully Articulated Screen
  • ISO 50 - 25600
  • Sensor based Image Stabilization
  • 1/8000s Maximum Shutter
  • 1920 x 1080 video
  • Sony/Minolta Alpha Mount
  • 647g - 143 x 104 x 81mm
  • Released May 2014
  • Superseded the Sony A77
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Canon 20Da vs Sony A77 II Overview

The following is a extended comparison of the Canon 20Da vs Sony A77 II, both Advanced DSLR digital cameras by brands Canon and Sony. There is a large difference between the resolutions of the 20Da (8MP) and A77 II (24MP) but both cameras provide the same sensor sizes (APS-C).

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The 20Da was unveiled 10 years before the A77 II which is quite a serious difference as far as tech is concerned. Both of these cameras have the same body design (Mid-size SLR).

Before diving into a comprehensive comparison, here is a concise summary of how the 20Da scores vs the A77 II in relation to portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

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Reasons to pick Canon 20Da over the Sony A77 II

 20Da A77 II 

Reasons to pick Sony A77 II over the Canon 20Da

 A77 II 20Da 
ReleasedMay 2014June 2005Newer by 109 months
Screen typeFully ArticulatedFixed Fully Articulating screen
Screen dimensions3"1.8"Bigger screen (+1.2")
Screen resolution1229k118kSharper screen (+1111k dot)
Selfie screen Take selfies

Common features in the Canon 20Da and Sony A77 II

 20Da A77 II 
Manually focus Dial accurate focus
Touch friendly screen Neither has Touch friendly screen

Canon 20Da vs Sony A77 II Physical Comparison

For anybody who is aiming to travel with your camera often, you'll need to consider its weight and size. The Canon 20Da has outside measurements of 144mm x 106mm x 72mm (5.7" x 4.2" x 2.8") along with a weight of 770 grams (1.70 lbs) while the Sony A77 II has specifications of 143mm x 104mm x 81mm (5.6" x 4.1" x 3.2") and a weight of 647 grams (1.43 lbs).

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Always remember, the weight of an ILC will vary based on the lens you are utilising during that time. Following is a front view size comparison of the 20Da and the A77 II.

Canon 20Da vs Sony A77 II size comparison

Considering size and weight, the portability score of the 20Da and A77 II is 59 and 62 respectively.

Canon 20Da vs Sony A77 II top view buttons comparison

Canon 20Da vs Sony A77 II Sensor Comparison

Oftentimes, it is difficult to visualise the difference between sensor dimensions purely by reading a spec sheet. The pic underneath should give you a better sense of the sensor measurements in the 20Da and A77 II.

As you can see, each of the cameras provide the same sensor dimensions albeit not the same resolution. You can count on the Sony A77 II to offer more detail having an extra 16MP. Higher resolution will also allow you to crop shots more aggressively. The more aged 20Da is going to be behind with regard to sensor tech.

Canon 20Da vs Sony A77 II sensor size comparison

Canon 20Da vs Sony A77 II Screen and ViewFinder

Canon 20Da vs Sony A77 II Screen and Viewfinder comparison
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Photography Type Scores

Portrait Comparison

Portrait photography with Canon 20Da
Portrait photography with Sony A77 II
51
you can focus manually
good sensor size (APS-C)
saves RAW files
does not have liveview
low megapixels (8MP)
79
has manual focus
decent MP (24 megapixels)
sensor size is decent (APS-C)
includes face detection focus
delivers RAW formats
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Street Comparison

Canon 20Da Street photography information
Sony A77 II Street photography information
53
good sensor size (APS-C)
saves RAW files
no moving screen
no image stabilization
76
screen can move to multiple angles
built in image stabilization (Sensor based)
sensor size is decent (APS-C)
delivers RAW formats
environment proofing
good high ISO (25,600)
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Sports Comparison

Canon 20Da Sports photography factors
Sony A77 II Sports photography factors
44
max shutter speed is good (1/8,000s)
good sensor size (APS-C)
has phase detect autofocus
does not have liveview
very slow continuous shooting (5.0 fps)
no image stabilization
low megapixels (8MP)
76
max shutter speed is good (1/8,000s)
built in image stabilization (Sensor based)
decent MP (24 megapixels)
sensor size is decent (APS-C)
includes tracking autofocus
environment proofing
supports phase detect auto focus
terrible battery life (480 shots)
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Travel Comparison

Canon 20Da Travel photography information
Sony A77 II Travel photography information
42
built-in flash
lack of Timelapse recording
low megapixels (8 megapixels)
screen isn't selfie friendly
64
environment proofing
decent MP (24 megapixels)
has built in flash
display is selfie friendly
lack of Time Lapse mode
terrible battery life (480 per charge)
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Landscape Comparison

Landscape photography with Canon 20Da
Landscape photography with Sony A77 II
46
you can focus manually
change lenses (Canon EF/EF-S mount)
good sensor size (APS-C)
saves RAW files
tiny screen (1.8")
does not have liveview
no image stabilization
low megapixels (8 megapixels)
lack of Timelapse recording
73
has manual focus
change lenses (Sony/Minolta Alpha mount)
screen is a decent size (3")
built in image stabilization (Sensor based)
decent MP (24 megapixels)
sensor size is decent (APS-C)
good high ISO (25,600)
delivers RAW formats
environment proofing
terrible battery life (480 shots)
lack of Time Lapse mode
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Vlogging Comparison

Canon 20Da as a Vlogging camera
Sony A77 II as a Vlogging camera
9
lack of video recording
78
display is selfie friendly
built in image stabilization (Sensor based)
includes face detection focus
high quality video (1920 x 1080 resolution)
comes with external mic jack
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Canon 20Da vs Sony A77 II Specifications

Detailed spec comparison table for Canon 20Da and Sony A77 II
 Canon EOS 20DaSony SLT-A77 II
General Information
Brand Name Canon Sony
Model type Canon EOS 20Da Sony SLT-A77 II
Class Advanced DSLR Advanced DSLR
Released 2005-06-01 2014-05-21
Body design Mid-size SLR Mid-size SLR
Sensor Information
Powered by - Bionz X
Sensor type CMOS CMOS
Sensor size APS-C APS-C
Sensor dimensions 22.5 x 15mm 23.5 x 15.6mm
Sensor surface area 337.5mm² 366.6mm²
Sensor resolution 8 megapixels 24 megapixels
Anti alias filter
Aspect ratio 3:2 3:2 and 16:9
Peak resolution 3504 x 2336 6000 x 4000
Highest native ISO 1600 25600
Highest enhanced ISO 3200 -
Minimum native ISO 100 50
RAW photos
Autofocusing
Manual focusing
Touch to focus
Continuous AF
AF single
AF tracking
AF selectice
AF center weighted
AF multi area
Live view AF
Face detection AF
Contract detection AF
Phase detection AF
Total focus points 9 79
Cross type focus points - 15
Lens
Lens mount type Canon EF/EF-S Sony/Minolta Alpha
Number of lenses 326 143
Focal length multiplier 1.6 1.5
Screen
Range of screen Fixed Type Fully Articulated
Screen size 1.8" 3"
Screen resolution 118 thousand dot 1,229 thousand dot
Selfie friendly
Liveview
Touch functionality
Viewfinder Information
Viewfinder type Optical (pentaprism) Electronic
Viewfinder resolution - 2,359 thousand dot
Viewfinder coverage 95% 100%
Viewfinder magnification 0.56x 0.73x
Features
Minimum shutter speed 30 seconds 30 seconds
Fastest shutter speed 1/8000 seconds 1/8000 seconds
Continuous shutter speed 5.0 frames per sec 12.0 frames per sec
Shutter priority
Aperture priority
Expose Manually
Exposure compensation Yes Yes
Change WB
Image stabilization
Inbuilt flash
Flash distance 12.00 m (ISO 100) 12.00 m (at ISO 100)
Flash modes Auto, On, Red-eye reduction, Off Auto, fill, rear sync, slow sync
External flash
AEB
White balance bracketing
Fastest flash sync 1/250 seconds 1/250 seconds
Exposure
Multisegment
Average
Spot
Partial
AF area
Center weighted
Video features
Supported video resolutions - 1920 x 1080 (60p, 60i, 30p), 1440 x 1080 (30p), 640 x 480 (30p)
Highest video resolution None 1920x1080
Video file format - MPEG-4, AVCHD, XAVC S
Mic input
Headphone input
Connectivity
Wireless None Built-In
Bluetooth
NFC
HDMI
USB USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec)
GPS None None
Physical
Environmental seal
Water proofing
Dust proofing
Shock proofing
Crush proofing
Freeze proofing
Weight 770g (1.70 pounds) 647g (1.43 pounds)
Physical dimensions 144 x 106 x 72mm (5.7" x 4.2" x 2.8") 143 x 104 x 81mm (5.6" x 4.1" x 3.2")
DXO scores
DXO Overall rating not tested 82
DXO Color Depth rating not tested 24.4
DXO Dynamic range rating not tested 13.4
DXO Low light rating not tested 1013
Other
Battery life - 480 photographs
Battery format - Battery Pack
Battery ID - NP-FM500H
Self timer Yes (10 sec (2 sec with mirror lock-up)) Yes (Yes (2 or 12 sec))
Time lapse shooting
Storage media Compact Flash (Type I or II) SD/ SDHC/SDXC, Memory Stick Pro Duo/ Pro-HG Duo
Storage slots One One
Pricing at release $1,499 $1,198