Canon 4000D vs Sony A390
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![Canon EOS 4000D front Canon EOS 4000D front](https://pxlmag.com/db/images/cameras/w300/fronton/Canon-EOS-4000D.jpg)
![Sony Alpha DSLR-A390 front Sony Alpha DSLR-A390 front](https://pxlmag.com/db/images/cameras/w300/fronton/Sony-Alpha-DSLR-A390.jpg)
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Canon 4000D vs Sony A390 Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 18MP - APS-C Sensor
- 2.7" Fixed Display
- ISO 100 - 6400 (Boost to 12800)
- 1920 x 1080 video
- Canon EF/EF-S Mount
- 436g - 129 x 102 x 77mm
- Launched February 2018
(Full Review)
- 14MP - APS-C Sensor
- 2.7" Tilting Display
- ISO 100 - 3200
- Sensor based Image Stabilization
- No Video
- Sony/Minolta Alpha Mount
- 549g - 128 x 97 x 86mm
- Introduced July 2010
- Succeeded the Sony A380
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Canon 4000D vs Sony A390 Overview
Lets look more in depth at the Canon 4000D and Sony A390, both Entry-Level DSLR cameras by manufacturers Canon and Sony. There exists a huge gap among the sensor resolutions of the 4000D (18MP) and A390 (14MP) but both cameras have the identical sensor dimensions (APS-C).
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The 4000D was released 7 years later than the A390 and that is a fairly significant gap as far as camera technology is concerned. Each of these cameras feature the same body design (Compact SLR).
Before getting right into a thorough comparison, here is a short highlight of how the 4000D matches up versus the A390 when it comes to portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.
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Canon 4000D vs Sony A390 Gallery
Following is a sample of the gallery pictures for Canon EOS 4000D and Sony Alpha DSLR-A390. The complete galleries are available at Canon 4000D Gallery and Sony A390 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Canon 4000D over the Sony A390
4000D | A390 | |||
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Introduced | February 2018 | ![]() | July 2010 | More recent by 93 months |
Reasons to pick Sony A390 over the Canon 4000D
A390 | 4000D | |||
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Display type | Tilting | ![]() | Fixed | Tilting display |
Common features in the Canon 4000D and Sony A390
4000D | A390 | |||
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Focus manually | ![]() | Dial exact focusing | ||
Display size | 2.7" | ![]() | 2.7" | Same display sizing |
Display resolution | 230k | ![]() | 230k | Exact same display resolution |
Selfie screen | ![]() | Neither offers selfie screen | ||
Touch display | ![]() | Neither offers Touch display |
Canon 4000D vs Sony A390 Physical Comparison
If you are looking to lug around your camera frequently, you will have to consider its weight and proportions. The Canon 4000D offers external dimensions of 129mm x 102mm x 77mm (5.1" x 4.0" x 3.0") accompanied by a weight of 436 grams (0.96 lbs) and the Sony A390 has measurements of 128mm x 97mm x 86mm (5.0" x 3.8" x 3.4") accompanied by a weight of 549 grams (1.21 lbs).
Check the Canon 4000D and Sony A390 in the latest Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.![Camera Size Comparison with Lenses Camera Size Comparison with Lenses](https://pxlmag.com/db/assets/camera-size-comparison-animation.gif)
Take into consideration, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary based on the lens you select at the time. The following is a front view physical size comparison of the 4000D vs the A390.
![Canon 4000D vs Sony A390 size comparison Canon 4000D vs Sony A390 size comparison](https://pxlmag.com/db/images/camera-compare/Canon-EOS-4000D-vs-Sony-Alpha-DSLR-A390-size-comparison.jpg)
Taking into account dimensions and weight, the portability rating of the 4000D and A390 is 69 and 66 respectively.
![Canon 4000D vs Sony A390 top view buttons comparison Canon 4000D vs Sony A390 top view buttons comparison](https://pxlmag.com/db/images/camera-compare/Canon-EOS-4000D-vs-Sony-Alpha-DSLR-A390-top-view-buttons-comparison.jpg)
Canon 4000D vs Sony A390 Sensor Comparison
More often than not, it's difficult to picture the gap in sensor measurements simply by researching specifications. The photograph here will give you a more clear sense of the sensor sizes in the 4000D and A390.
Plainly, the two cameras feature the identical sensor size but different MP. You should anticipate the Canon 4000D to result in extra detail as a result of its extra 4 Megapixels. Greater resolution will also make it easier to crop pics way more aggressively. The more modern 4000D should have an edge in sensor innovation.
![Canon 4000D vs Sony A390 sensor size comparison Canon 4000D vs Sony A390 sensor size comparison](https://pxlmag.com/db/images/sensor-compare/Canon-EOS-4000D-vs-Sony-Alpha-DSLR-A390-sensor-size-comparison.png)
Canon 4000D vs Sony A390 Screen and ViewFinder
![Canon 4000D vs Sony A390 Screen and Viewfinder comparison Canon 4000D vs Sony A390 Screen and Viewfinder comparison](https://pxlmag.com/db/images/camera-compare/Canon-EOS-4000D-vs-Sony-Alpha-DSLR-A390-screen-back-comparison.jpg)
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Canon 4000D vs Sony A390 Specifications
Canon EOS 4000D | Sony Alpha DSLR-A390 | |
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General Information | ||
Brand | Canon | Sony |
Model type | Canon EOS 4000D | Sony Alpha DSLR-A390 |
Type | Entry-Level DSLR | Entry-Level DSLR |
Launched | 2018-02-26 | 2010-07-28 |
Physical type | Compact SLR | Compact SLR |
Sensor Information | ||
Processor Chip | Digic 4+ | Bionz |
Sensor type | CMOS | CCD |
Sensor size | APS-C | APS-C |
Sensor dimensions | 22.3 x 14.9mm | 23.5 x 15.7mm |
Sensor area | 332.3mm² | 369.0mm² |
Sensor resolution | 18 megapixels | 14 megapixels |
Anti alias filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 1:1, 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 | 3:2 and 16:9 |
Peak resolution | 5184 x 3456 | 4592 x 3056 |
Highest native ISO | 6400 | 3200 |
Highest enhanced ISO | 12800 | - |
Lowest native ISO | 100 | 100 |
RAW pictures | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Focus manually | ||
Touch to focus | ||
Autofocus continuous | ||
Single autofocus | ||
Tracking autofocus | ||
Autofocus selectice | ||
Center weighted autofocus | ||
Multi area autofocus | ||
Live view autofocus | ||
Face detect focus | ||
Contract detect focus | ||
Phase detect focus | ||
Total focus points | 9 | 9 |
Lens | ||
Lens support | Canon EF/EF-S | Sony/Minolta Alpha |
Total lenses | 326 | 143 |
Focal length multiplier | 1.6 | 1.5 |
Screen | ||
Display type | Fixed Type | Tilting |
Display diagonal | 2.7" | 2.7" |
Display resolution | 230 thousand dots | 230 thousand dots |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch capability | ||
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder type | Optical (pentamirror) | Optical (pentamirror) |
Viewfinder coverage | 95% | 95% |
Viewfinder magnification | - | 0.49x |
Features | ||
Min shutter speed | 30s | 30s |
Max shutter speed | 1/4000s | 1/4000s |
Continuous shutter rate | 3.0 frames per sec | 3.0 frames per sec |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Expose Manually | ||
Exposure compensation | Yes | Yes |
Custom white balance | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Built-in flash | ||
Flash distance | 9.20 m (at ISO 100) | 10.00 m (at ISO 100) |
Flash modes | Auto, On, Off, Red-eye | Auto, On, Off, Red-Eye, Slow Sync, Rear Curtain, Wireless |
External flash | ||
Auto exposure bracketing | ||
White balance bracketing | ||
Max flash synchronize | - | 1/160s |
Exposure | ||
Multisegment | ||
Average | ||
Spot | ||
Partial | ||
AF area | ||
Center weighted | ||
Video features | ||
Video resolutions | 1920 x 1080 @ 30p / 46 Mbps, MOV, H.264, Linear PCM | - |
Highest video resolution | 1920x1080 | None |
Video file format | MPEG-4, H.264 | - |
Mic port | ||
Headphone port | ||
Connectivity | ||
Wireless | Built-In | None |
Bluetooth | ||
NFC | ||
HDMI | ||
USB | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) |
GPS | None | None |
Physical | ||
Environmental sealing | ||
Water proofing | ||
Dust proofing | ||
Shock proofing | ||
Crush proofing | ||
Freeze proofing | ||
Weight | 436 grams (0.96 pounds) | 549 grams (1.21 pounds) |
Physical dimensions | 129 x 102 x 77mm (5.1" x 4.0" x 3.0") | 128 x 97 x 86mm (5.0" x 3.8" x 3.4") |
DXO scores | ||
DXO Overall rating | not tested | 66 |
DXO Color Depth rating | not tested | 22.5 |
DXO Dynamic range rating | not tested | 11.5 |
DXO Low light rating | not tested | 607 |
Other | ||
Battery life | 500 pictures | 230 pictures |
Battery type | Battery Pack | Battery Pack |
Battery ID | - | NP-FH50 |
Self timer | Yes (2 or 10 sec) | Yes (2 or 10 sec) |
Time lapse feature | ||
Type of storage | SD/SDHC/SDXC card | SD/ SDHC, Memory Stick Pro Duo |
Card slots | 1 | 1 |
Retail cost | $293 | $500 |