Canon 5D vs Sony A77

On this page, we are comparing the Canon 5D versus Sony A77, both Advanced DSLR cameras by rivals Canon and Sony. There exists a sizeable gap among the image resolutions of the 5D (13MP) and A77 (24MP) and the 5D (Full frame) and A77 (APS-C) offer totally different sensor sizes.

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The 5D was unveiled 7 years earlier than the A77 which is a fairly large gap as far as camera technology is concerned. Both cameras have the same body design (Mid-size SLR).

Before delving into a step-by-step comparison, here is a short synopsis of how the 5D scores vs the A77 with respect to portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

This is a sample of the gallery pictures for Canon EOS 5D and Sony SLT-A77. The full galleries are provided at Canon 5D Gallery and Sony A77 Gallery.

If you're aiming to carry around your camera regularly, you have to consider its weight and size. The Canon 5D comes with external measurements of 152mm x 113mm x 75mm (6.0" x 4.4" x 3.0") and a weight of 895 grams (1.97 lbs) and the Sony A77 has specifications of 143mm x 104mm x 81mm (5.6" x 4.1" x 3.2") and a weight of 732 grams (1.61 lbs).

See the Canon 5D versus Sony A77 in the all new Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Take into consideration, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change depending on the lens you are utilising during that time. Underneath is a front view measurements comparison of the 5D and the A77.

Looking at dimensions and weight, the portability score of the 5D and A77 is 55 and 59 respectively.

Sometimes, it is difficult to visualise the contrast in sensor sizes only by researching technical specs. The image here will offer you a better sense of the sensor measurements in the 5D and A77.

As you can tell, both of those cameras have different megapixels and different sensor sizes. The 5D having a larger sensor will make achieving shallower depth of field simpler and the Sony A77 will render more detail having an extra 11MP. Greater resolution will also make it easier to crop pics a bit more aggressively. The more aged 5D will be behind in sensor technology.