Canon 450D vs Sony A350
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Canon 450D vs Sony A350 Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 12MP - APS-C Sensor
- 3" Fixed Display
- ISO 100 - 1600
- No Video
- Canon EF/EF-S Mount
- 524g - 129 x 98 x 62mm
- Launched May 2008
- Also referred to as EOS Rebel XSi / EOS Kiss X2
- Superseded the Canon 400D
- Renewed by Canon 500D
(Full Review)
- 14MP - APS-C Sensor
- 2.7" Tilting Screen
- ISO 100 - 3200
- Sensor based Image Stabilization
- No Video
- Sony/Minolta Alpha Mount
- 674g - 131 x 99 x 75mm
- Announced June 2008
- Successor is Sony A380

Canon 450D vs Sony A350 Overview
Here is a complete overview of the Canon 450D versus Sony A350, both Entry-Level DSLR digital cameras by companies Canon and Sony. The sensor resolution of the 450D (12MP) and the A350 (14MP) is relatively similar and they feature the same exact sensor size (APS-C).

The 450D was revealed within a month of the A350 which means that they are both of a similar age. The two cameras offer the identical body type (Compact SLR).
Before getting in to a step-by-step comparison, below is a concise overview of how the 450D scores against the A350 for portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

Canon 450D vs Sony A350 Gallery
Below is a preview of the gallery photos for Canon EOS 450D & Sony Alpha DSLR-A350. The full galleries are viewable at Canon 450D Gallery & Sony A350 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Canon 450D over the Sony A350
450D | A350 | |||
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Screen sizing | 3" | ![]() | 2.7" | Bigger screen (+0.3") |
Reasons to pick Sony A350 over the Canon 450D
A350 | 450D | |||
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Screen type | Tilting | ![]() | Fixed | Tilting screen |
Common features in the Canon 450D and Sony A350
450D | A350 | |||
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Announced | May 2008 | ![]() | June 2008 | Similar age |
Focus manually | ![]() | More precise focus | ||
Screen resolution | 230k | ![]() | 230k | Identical screen resolution |
Selfie screen | ![]() | Neither contains selfie screen | ||
Touch screen | ![]() | Neither contains Touch screen |
Canon 450D vs Sony A350 Physical Comparison
When you are going to carry your camera often, you will want to think about its weight and proportions. The Canon 450D has got external 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) whilst the Sony A350 has measurements of 131mm x 99mm x 75mm (5.2" x 3.9" x 3.0") with a weight of 674 grams (1.49 lbs).
Take a look at the Canon 450D versus Sony A350 in our newest Camera & Lens Size Comparison Tool.
Remember, the weight of an ILC will vary based on the lens you choose at the time. Below is the front view size comparison of the 450D compared to the A350.

Using size and weight, the portability grade of the 450D and A350 is 70 and 62 respectively.

Canon 450D vs Sony A350 Sensor Comparison
Usually, it can be hard to imagine the contrast between sensor sizing simply by reviewing specifications. The graphic underneath may offer you a better sense of the sensor sizing in the 450D and A350.
Plainly, the two cameras enjoy the same exact sensor sizing albeit different MP. You can count on the Sony A350 to offer extra detail because of its extra 2MP. Higher resolution will also help you crop pictures far more aggressively.

Canon 450D vs Sony A350 Screen and ViewFinder


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Canon 450D vs Sony A350 Specifications
Canon EOS 450D | Sony Alpha DSLR-A350 | |
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General Information | ||
Company | Canon | Sony |
Model | Canon EOS 450D | Sony Alpha DSLR-A350 |
Also called as | EOS Rebel XSi / EOS Kiss X2 | - |
Category | Entry-Level DSLR | Entry-Level DSLR |
Launched | 2008-05-23 | 2008-06-06 |
Body design | Compact SLR | Compact SLR |
Sensor Information | ||
Sensor type | CMOS | CCD |
Sensor size | APS-C | APS-C |
Sensor dimensions | 22.2 x 14.8mm | 23.6 x 15.8mm |
Sensor surface area | 328.6mm² | 372.9mm² |
Sensor resolution | 12MP | 14MP |
Anti aliasing filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 3:2 | 3:2 and 16:9 |
Maximum resolution | 4272 x 2848 | 4592 x 3056 |
Maximum native ISO | 1600 | 3200 |
Minimum native ISO | 100 | 100 |
RAW data | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Focus manually | ||
Autofocus touch | ||
Autofocus continuous | ||
Single autofocus | ||
Autofocus tracking | ||
Selective autofocus | ||
Autofocus center weighted | ||
Multi area autofocus | ||
Autofocus live view | ||
Face detect focus | ||
Contract detect focus | ||
Phase detect focus | ||
Number of focus points | 9 | 9 |
Lens | ||
Lens mounting type | Canon EF/EF-S | Sony/Minolta Alpha |
Available lenses | 326 | 143 |
Focal length multiplier | 1.6 | 1.5 |
Screen | ||
Range of display | Fixed Type | Tilting |
Display sizing | 3 inches | 2.7 inches |
Resolution of display | 230 thousand dot | 230 thousand dot |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch capability | ||
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder | Optical (pentamirror) | Optical (pentamirror) |
Viewfinder coverage | 95% | 95% |
Viewfinder magnification | 0.55x | 0.49x |
Features | ||
Slowest shutter speed | 30 seconds | 30 seconds |
Maximum shutter speed | 1/4000 seconds | 1/4000 seconds |
Continuous shooting speed | 4.0 frames/s | 3.0 frames/s |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Manually set exposure | ||
Exposure compensation | Yes | Yes |
Custom white balance | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Integrated flash | ||
Flash range | 13.00 m | 12.00 m (at ISO 100) |
Flash options | Auto, On, Off, Red-eye | Auto, Red-Eye, Slow, Red-Eye Slow, Rear curtain, wireless |
External flash | ||
Auto exposure bracketing | ||
WB bracketing | ||
Maximum flash sync | 1/200 seconds | - |
Exposure | ||
Multisegment | ||
Average | ||
Spot | ||
Partial | ||
AF area | ||
Center weighted | ||
Video features | ||
Maximum video resolution | None | None |
Mic jack | ||
Headphone jack | ||
Connectivity | ||
Wireless | None | None |
Bluetooth | ||
NFC | ||
HDMI | ||
USB | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) |
GPS | None | None |
Physical | ||
Environmental seal | ||
Water proof | ||
Dust proof | ||
Shock proof | ||
Crush proof | ||
Freeze proof | ||
Weight | 524g (1.16 pounds) | 674g (1.49 pounds) |
Dimensions | 129 x 98 x 62mm (5.1" x 3.9" x 2.4") | 131 x 99 x 75mm (5.2" x 3.9" x 3.0") |
DXO scores | ||
DXO All around score | 61 | 65 |
DXO Color Depth score | 21.9 | 22.6 |
DXO Dynamic range score | 10.8 | 11.5 |
DXO Low light score | 692 | 595 |
Other | ||
Self timer | Yes (2 sec or 10 sec) | Yes (2 or 10 sec) |
Time lapse recording | ||
Storage media | SD/SDHC/MMC card | Compact Flash (Type I or II), Memory Stick Duo / Pro Duo, UDMA Mode 5, Supports FAT12 / FAT16 / FAT32 |
Storage slots | Single | Single |
Retail pricing | $550 | $600 |