Canon 450D vs Sony A290

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.

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.

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).

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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.

Taking into account dimensions and weight, the portability rating of the 450D and A290 is 70 and 66 respectively.

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.