Canon 400D vs Sony A58

Below, we are evaluating the Canon 400D versus Sony A58, both Entry-Level DSLR digital cameras by manufacturers Canon and Sony. There is a sizable difference between the sensor resolutions of the 400D (10MP) and A58 (20MP) but they possess the exact same sensor sizing (APS-C).

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The 400D was revealed 8 years earlier than the A58 which is quite a significant difference as far as tech is concerned. The two cameras come with the identical body type (Compact SLR).

Before getting in to a detailed comparison, below is a short summation of how the 400D grades versus the A58 when it comes to portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

Here is a sample of the gallery pictures for Canon EOS 400D & Sony SLT-A58. The full galleries are available at Canon 400D Gallery & Sony A58 Gallery.

For anybody who is intending to travel with your camera frequently, you're going to have to think about its weight and volume. The Canon 400D provides outside measurements of 127mm x 94mm x 65mm (5.0" x 3.7" x 2.6") with a weight of 556 grams (1.23 lbs) and the Sony A58 has sizing of 129mm x 95mm x 78mm (5.1" x 3.7" x 3.1") having a weight of 492 grams (1.08 lbs).

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Remember that, the weight of an ILC will vary based on the lens you are using at that moment. Underneath is the front view dimensions comparison of the 400D vs the A58.

Considering size and weight, the portability rating of the 400D and A58 is 69 and 68 respectively.

Generally, it's hard to visualize the difference between sensor dimensions simply by checking technical specs. The picture here may give you a more clear sense of the sensor measurements in the 400D and A58.

As you have seen, each of the cameras posses the exact same sensor measurements but different MP. You can anticipate the Sony A58 to give more detail because of its extra 10MP. Greater resolution will also make it easier to crop images somewhat more aggressively. The more aged 400D is going to be behind with regard to sensor innovation.