Canon 50D vs Sony A100
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Canon 50D vs Sony A100 Key Specs
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- 10MP - APS-C Sensor
- 2.5" Fixed Display
- ISO 100 - 1600
- Sensor based Image Stabilization
- No Video
- Sony/Minolta Alpha Mount
- 638g - 133 x 95 x 71mm
- Revealed July 2006
- Older Model is Konica Minolta 5D
- Replacement is Sony A550
Canon 50D vs Sony A100 Overview
Below, we are evaluating the Canon 50D vs Sony A100, one being a Advanced DSLR and the other is a Entry-Level DSLR by rivals Canon and Sony. There exists a significant gap between the sensor resolutions of the 50D (15MP) and A100 (10MP) but they come with the exact same sensor sizes (APS-C).
AI-Powered Photo Editing Tools Could Be Added to WhatsAppThe 50D was introduced 2 years later than the A100 and that is quite a sizable gap as far as technology is concerned. Both of these cameras come with different body type with the Canon 50D being a Mid-size SLR camera and the Sony A100 being a Compact SLR camera.
Before going through a step-by-step comparison, below is a concise highlight of how the 50D scores against the A100 in relation to portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.
Canon 50D vs Sony A100 Gallery
The following is a sample of the gallery pics for Canon EOS 50D and Sony Alpha DSLR-A100. The whole galleries are available at Canon 50D Gallery and Sony A100 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Canon 50D over the Sony A100
50D | A100 | |||
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Revealed | October 2008 | July 2006 | Fresher by 28 months | |
Display dimension | 3" | 2.5" | Larger display (+0.5") | |
Display resolution | 920k | 230k | Clearer display (+690k dot) |
Reasons to pick Sony A100 over the Canon 50D
A100 | 50D |
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Common features in the Canon 50D and Sony A100
50D | A100 | |||
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Focus manually | More exact focus | |||
Display type | Fixed | Fixed | Fixed display | |
Selfie screen | Missing selfie screen | |||
Touch friendly display | Missing Touch friendly display |
Canon 50D vs Sony A100 Physical Comparison
For those who are intending to carry your camera regularly, you will have to think about its weight and proportions. The Canon 50D offers outer measurements of 146mm x 108mm x 74mm (5.7" x 4.3" x 2.9") having a weight of 822 grams (1.81 lbs) whilst the Sony A100 has measurements of 133mm x 95mm x 71mm (5.2" x 3.7" x 2.8") having a weight of 638 grams (1.41 lbs).
See the Canon 50D vs Sony A100 in the new Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.Remember, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ based on the lens you are utilizing at that time. The following is the front view measurement comparison of the 50D compared to the A100.
Taking into consideration dimensions and weight, the portability rating of the 50D and A100 is 57 and 64 respectively.
Canon 50D vs Sony A100 Sensor Comparison
Sometimes, it's tough to envision the gap between sensor sizing only by checking specs. The visual underneath will offer you a stronger sense of the sensor measurements in the 50D and A100.
All in all, each of the cameras posses the exact same sensor measurements but not the same megapixels. You should expect to see the Canon 50D to give you more detail using its extra 5 Megapixels. Greater resolution can also let you crop images somewhat more aggressively. The newer 50D will have an edge with regard to sensor innovation.
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Canon 50D vs Sony A100 Specifications
Canon EOS 50D | Sony Alpha DSLR-A100 | |
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General Information | ||
Company | Canon | Sony |
Model | Canon EOS 50D | Sony Alpha DSLR-A100 |
Class | Advanced DSLR | Entry-Level DSLR |
Introduced | 2008-10-30 | 2006-07-31 |
Physical type | Mid-size SLR | Compact SLR |
Sensor Information | ||
Chip | Digic 4 | - |
Sensor type | CMOS | CCD |
Sensor size | APS-C | APS-C |
Sensor dimensions | 22.3 x 14.9mm | 23.6 x 15.8mm |
Sensor surface area | 332.3mm² | 372.9mm² |
Sensor resolution | 15 megapixel | 10 megapixel |
Anti aliasing filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 3:2 | 3:2 |
Highest Possible resolution | 4752 x 3168 | 3872 x 2592 |
Maximum native ISO | 3200 | 1600 |
Maximum enhanced ISO | 12800 | - |
Lowest native ISO | 100 | 100 |
RAW data | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Focus manually | ||
Autofocus touch | ||
Autofocus continuous | ||
Autofocus single | ||
Tracking autofocus | ||
Selective autofocus | ||
Center weighted autofocus | ||
Multi area autofocus | ||
Autofocus live view | ||
Face detection focus | ||
Contract detection focus | ||
Phase detection focus | ||
Number of focus points | 9 | 9 |
Lens | ||
Lens mount | Canon EF/EF-S | Sony/Minolta Alpha |
Amount of lenses | 326 | 143 |
Focal length multiplier | 1.6 | 1.5 |
Screen | ||
Type of screen | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Screen size | 3 inches | 2.5 inches |
Resolution of screen | 920 thousand dots | 230 thousand dots |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch operation | ||
Screen technology | TFT liquid-crystal color LCD | - |
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder type | Optical (pentaprism) | Optical (pentamirror) |
Viewfinder coverage | 95% | 95% |
Viewfinder magnification | 0.6x | 0.55x |
Features | ||
Min shutter speed | 30 seconds | 30 seconds |
Max shutter speed | 1/8000 seconds | 1/4000 seconds |
Continuous shutter rate | 6.3fps | 3.0fps |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Manual mode | ||
Exposure compensation | Yes | Yes |
Custom white balance | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Built-in flash | ||
Flash range | 13.00 m (ISO 100) | - |
Flash modes | Auto, On, Off, Red-eye | Auto, Fill-in, Red-Eye reduction, Slow Sync, Off |
Hot shoe | ||
Auto exposure bracketing | ||
WB bracketing | ||
Max flash synchronize | 1/250 seconds | 1/160 seconds |
Exposure | ||
Multisegment exposure | ||
Average exposure | ||
Spot exposure | ||
Partial exposure | ||
AF area exposure | ||
Center weighted exposure | ||
Video features | ||
Maximum video resolution | None | None |
Mic 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 | ||
Environmental sealing | ||
Water proof | ||
Dust proof | ||
Shock proof | ||
Crush proof | ||
Freeze proof | ||
Weight | 822 grams (1.81 pounds) | 638 grams (1.41 pounds) |
Dimensions | 146 x 108 x 74mm (5.7" x 4.3" x 2.9") | 133 x 95 x 71mm (5.2" x 3.7" x 2.8") |
DXO scores | ||
DXO Overall score | 63 | 61 |
DXO Color Depth score | 21.8 | 22.0 |
DXO Dynamic range score | 11.4 | 11.2 |
DXO Low light score | 696 | 476 |
Other | ||
Battery life | 800 shots | - |
Battery type | Battery Pack | - |
Battery model | BP-511A | NP-FM55H |
Self timer | Yes (2 or 10 sec) | Yes (2 or 10 sec) |
Time lapse feature | ||
Type of storage | Compact Flash (Type I or II), UDMA | Compact Flash (Type I or II) |
Card slots | One | One |
Cost at release | $996 | $1,000 |