Canon 450D vs Sony A290
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![Canon EOS 450D front Canon EOS 450D front](https://pxlmag.com/db/images/cameras/gallery/medium/Canon-EOS-450D/Canon-450D-front.jpg)
![Sony Alpha DSLR-A290 front Sony Alpha DSLR-A290 front](https://pxlmag.com/db/images/cameras/w300/fronton/Sony-Alpha-DSLR-A290.jpg)
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Canon 450D vs Sony A290 Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 12MP - APS-C Sensor
- 3" Fixed Screen
- ISO 100 - 1600
- No Video
- Canon EF/EF-S Mount
- 524g - 129 x 98 x 62mm
- Revealed May 2008
- Additionally Known as EOS Rebel XSi / EOS Kiss X2
- Older Model is Canon 400D
- New Model is Canon 500D
(Full Review)
- 14MP - APS-C Sensor
- 2.7" Fixed Screen
- ISO 100 - 3200
- Sensor based Image Stabilization
- No Video
- Sony/Minolta Alpha Mount
- 549g - 128 x 97 x 86mm
- Revealed June 2010
- Replaced the Sony A230
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Canon 450D vs Sony A290 Overview
The following is a in-depth analysis of the Canon 450D and Sony A290, both Entry-Level DSLR digital cameras by brands Canon and Sony. The sensor resolution of the 450D (12MP) and the A290 (14MP) is relatively well matched and they enjoy the same exact sensor sizes (APS-C).
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The 450D was released 24 months before the A290 which makes the cameras a generation away from one another. Both of the cameras offer the identical body type (Compact SLR).
Before delving straight into a in-depth comparison, below is a quick highlight of how the 450D scores against the A290 in the way of portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.
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Canon 450D vs Sony A290 Gallery
The following is a preview of the gallery photos for Canon EOS 450D & Sony Alpha DSLR-A290. The complete galleries are viewable at Canon 450D Gallery & Sony A290 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Canon 450D over the Sony A290
450D | A290 | |||
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Screen sizing | 3" | ![]() | 2.7" | Bigger screen (+0.3") |
Reasons to pick Sony A290 over the Canon 450D
A290 | 450D | |||
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Revealed | June 2010 | ![]() | May 2008 | Newer by 24 months |
Common features in the Canon 450D and Sony A290
450D | A290 | |||
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Manually focus | ![]() | Very accurate focusing | ||
Screen type | Fixed | ![]() | Fixed | Fixed screen |
Screen resolution | 230k | ![]() | 230k | Identical screen resolution |
Selfie screen | ![]() | Absent selfie screen | ||
Touch screen | ![]() | Neither has Touch screen |
Canon 450D vs Sony A290 Physical Comparison
For anybody who is aiming to travel with your camera frequently, you will need to factor in its weight and size. The Canon 450D has outer measurements of 129mm x 98mm x 62mm (5.1" x 3.9" x 2.4") along with a weight of 524 grams (1.16 lbs) and the Sony A290 has specifications of 128mm x 97mm x 86mm (5.0" x 3.8" x 3.4") accompanied by a weight of 549 grams (1.21 lbs).
Look at the Canon 450D and Sony A290 in our newest Camera plus 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 ILC will vary based on the lens you are employing at that moment. Here is the front view physical size comparison of the 450D versus the A290.
![Canon 450D vs Sony A290 size comparison Canon 450D vs Sony A290 size comparison](https://pxlmag.com/db/images/camera-compare/Canon-EOS-450D-vs-Sony-Alpha-DSLR-A290-size-comparison.jpg)
Taking into account dimensions and weight, the portability rating of the 450D and A290 is 70 and 66 respectively.
![Canon 450D vs Sony A290 top view buttons comparison Canon 450D vs Sony A290 top view buttons comparison](https://pxlmag.com/db/images/camera-compare/Canon-EOS-450D-vs-Sony-Alpha-DSLR-A290-top-view-buttons-comparison.jpg)
Canon 450D vs Sony A290 Sensor Comparison
More often than not, it can be hard to visualise the gap between sensor dimensions just by checking specifications. The picture here will give you a better sense of the sensor measurements in the 450D and A290.
To sum up, both cameras enjoy the same exact sensor sizing albeit not the same MP. You can count on the Sony A290 to give you more detail as a result of its extra 2 Megapixels. Higher resolution will help you crop pictures far more aggressively. The more aged 450D is going to be behind when it comes to sensor tech.
![Canon 450D vs Sony A290 sensor size comparison Canon 450D vs Sony A290 sensor size comparison](https://pxlmag.com/db/images/sensor-compare/Canon-EOS-450D-vs-Sony-Alpha-DSLR-A290-sensor-size-comparison.png)
Canon 450D vs Sony A290 Screen and ViewFinder
![Canon 450D vs Sony A290 Screen and Viewfinder comparison Canon 450D vs Sony A290 Screen and Viewfinder comparison](https://pxlmag.com/db/images/camera-compare/Canon-EOS-450D-vs-Sony-Alpha-DSLR-A290-screen-back-comparison.jpg)
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Travel Comparison
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Landscape Comparison
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Vlogging Comparison
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Canon 450D vs Sony A290 Specifications
Canon EOS 450D | Sony Alpha DSLR-A290 | |
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General Information | ||
Company | Canon | Sony |
Model type | Canon EOS 450D | Sony Alpha DSLR-A290 |
Also referred to as | EOS Rebel XSi / EOS Kiss X2 | - |
Class | Entry-Level DSLR | Entry-Level DSLR |
Revealed | 2008-05-23 | 2010-06-09 |
Physical type | Compact SLR | Compact SLR |
Sensor Information | ||
Processor Chip | - | Bionz |
Sensor type | CMOS | CCD |
Sensor size | APS-C | APS-C |
Sensor measurements | 22.2 x 14.8mm | 23.5 x 15.7mm |
Sensor area | 328.6mm² | 369.0mm² |
Sensor resolution | 12 megapixel | 14 megapixel |
Anti alias filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 3:2 | 3:2 and 16:9 |
Max resolution | 4272 x 2848 | 4592 x 3056 |
Max native ISO | 1600 | 3200 |
Lowest native ISO | 100 | 100 |
RAW files | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Focus manually | ||
Touch focus | ||
Continuous autofocus | ||
Autofocus single | ||
Autofocus tracking | ||
Selective autofocus | ||
Center weighted autofocus | ||
Autofocus multi area | ||
Autofocus live view | ||
Face detection focus | ||
Contract detection focus | ||
Phase detection focus | ||
Total focus points | 9 | 9 |
Lens | ||
Lens support | Canon EF/EF-S | Sony/Minolta Alpha |
Total lenses | 326 | 143 |
Crop factor | 1.6 | 1.5 |
Screen | ||
Screen type | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Screen diagonal | 3 inch | 2.7 inch |
Resolution of screen | 230 thousand dots | 230 thousand dots |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch friendly | ||
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder | Optical (pentamirror) | Optical (pentamirror) |
Viewfinder coverage | 95% | 95% |
Viewfinder magnification | 0.55x | 0.55x |
Features | ||
Minimum shutter speed | 30 secs | 30 secs |
Fastest shutter speed | 1/4000 secs | 1/4000 secs |
Continuous shutter rate | 4.0fps | 3.0fps |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Manually set exposure | ||
Exposure compensation | Yes | Yes |
Change white balance | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Inbuilt flash | ||
Flash distance | 13.00 m | 10.00 m (at 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 | ||
Auto exposure bracketing | ||
WB bracketing | ||
Fastest flash synchronize | 1/200 secs | 1/160 secs |
Exposure | ||
Multisegment | ||
Average | ||
Spot | ||
Partial | ||
AF area | ||
Center weighted | ||
Video features | ||
Max video resolution | None | None |
Microphone port | ||
Headphone port | ||
Connectivity | ||
Wireless | None | None |
Bluetooth | ||
NFC | ||
HDMI | ||
USB | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) |
GPS | None | None |
Physical | ||
Environment sealing | ||
Water proofing | ||
Dust proofing | ||
Shock proofing | ||
Crush proofing | ||
Freeze proofing | ||
Weight | 524g (1.16 lbs) | 549g (1.21 lbs) |
Dimensions | 129 x 98 x 62mm (5.1" x 3.9" x 2.4") | 128 x 97 x 86mm (5.0" x 3.8" x 3.4") |
DXO scores | ||
DXO Overall rating | 61 | 66 |
DXO Color Depth rating | 21.9 | 22.6 |
DXO Dynamic range rating | 10.8 | 11.5 |
DXO Low light rating | 692 | 615 |
Other | ||
Battery life | - | 290 shots |
Type of battery | - | Battery Pack |
Battery ID | - | NP-FH50 |
Self timer | Yes (2 sec or 10 sec) | Yes (2 or 10 sec) |
Time lapse feature | ||
Type of storage | SD/SDHC/MMC card | Memory Stick Pro Duo/ Pro-HG Duo, SD/SDHC |
Card slots | Single | Single |
Launch pricing | $550 | $600 |