Canon 550D vs Sony A580

Below, we will be comparing the Canon 550D versus Sony A580, both Entry-Level DSLR digital cameras by manufacturers Canon and Sony. The resolution of the 550D (18MP) and the A580 (16MP) is relatively well matched and they enjoy the exact same sensor size (APS-C).

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The 550D was released 14 months prior to the A580 which makes the cameras a generation away from one another. Both of these cameras come with the identical body type (Compact SLR).

Before diving straight into a in-depth comparison, below is a brief view of how the 550D scores against the A580 when it comes to portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

This is a preview of the gallery photos for Canon EOS 550D and Sony Alpha DSLR-A580. The complete galleries are viewable at Canon 550D Gallery and Sony A580 Gallery.

When you are intending to travel with your camera regularly, you will need to consider its weight and proportions. The Canon 550D has got outside measurements of 129mm x 98mm x 62mm (5.1" x 3.9" x 2.4") accompanied by a weight of 530 grams (1.17 lbs) and the Sony A580 has measurements of 137mm x 104mm x 84mm (5.4" x 4.1" x 3.3") with a weight of 599 grams (1.32 lbs).

Compare the Canon 550D versus Sony A580 in the latest Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Remember, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change dependant on the lens you have at the time. The following is the front view overall size comparison of the 550D and the A580.

Looking at dimensions and weight, the portability grade of the 550D and A580 is 70 and 64 respectively.

Normally, it's tough to envision the gap between sensor dimensions merely by checking specs. The picture here may offer you a clearer sense of the sensor sizing in the 550D and A580.

As you can plainly see, each of these cameras have got the exact same sensor measurements albeit not the same MP. You should count on the Canon 550D to give more detail as a result of its extra 2 Megapixels. Higher resolution can also make it easier to crop pictures much more aggressively. The more aged 550D is going to be disadvantaged in sensor technology.