Canon 650D vs Sony A300
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![Canon EOS 650D front Canon EOS 650D front](https://pxlmag.com/db/images/cameras/w300/nolens/Canon_EOS_650D_0.jpg)
![Sony Alpha DSLR-A300 front Sony Alpha DSLR-A300 front](https://pxlmag.com/db/images/cameras/w300/nolens/Sony-Alpha-DSLR-A300-ek-fn.jpg)
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Canon 650D vs Sony A300 Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 18MP - APS-C Sensor
- 3" Fully Articulated Display
- ISO 100 - 12800 (Bump to 25600)
- 1920 x 1080 video
- Canon EF/EF-S Mount
- 575g - 133 x 100 x 79mm
- Launched August 2012
- Additionally referred to as EOS Rebel T4i / EOS Kiss X6i
- Previous Model is Canon 600D
- Replacement is Canon 700D
(Full Review)
- 10MP - APS-C Sensor
- 2.7" Tilting Screen
- ISO 100 - 3200
- Sensor based Image Stabilization
- No Video
- Sony/Minolta Alpha Mount
- 632g - 131 x 99 x 75mm
- Introduced January 2008
- Later Model is Sony A330
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Canon 650D vs Sony A300 Overview
Following is a extended comparison of the Canon 650D vs Sony A300, both Entry-Level DSLR cameras by brands Canon and Sony. There exists a large gap among the resolutions of the 650D (18MP) and A300 (10MP) but both cameras provide the identical sensor dimensions (APS-C).
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The 650D was announced 4 years after the A300 which is a fairly serious difference as far as camera technology is concerned. Both cameras feature the same body design (Compact SLR).
Before delving right into a more detailed comparison, here is a short summation of how the 650D scores against the A300 with regard to portability, imaging, features and an overall score.
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Canon 650D vs Sony A300 Gallery
Following is a preview of the gallery images for Canon EOS 650D & Sony Alpha DSLR-A300. The whole galleries are available at Canon 650D Gallery & Sony A300 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Canon 650D over the Sony A300
650D | A300 | |||
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Introduced | August 2012 | ![]() | January 2008 | More modern by 56 months |
Screen type | Fully Articulated | ![]() | Tilting | Fully Articulating screen |
Screen size | 3" | ![]() | 2.7" | Bigger screen (+0.3") |
Screen resolution | 1040k | ![]() | 230k | Clearer screen (+810k dot) |
Selfie screen | ![]() | Take selfies | ||
Touch screen | ![]() | Quickly navigate |
Reasons to pick Sony A300 over the Canon 650D
A300 | 650D |
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Common features in the Canon 650D and Sony A300
650D | A300 | |||
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Focus manually | ![]() | Very exact focus |
Canon 650D vs Sony A300 Physical Comparison
When you are looking to carry around your camera frequently, you are going to need to think about its weight and volume. The Canon 650D offers physical dimensions of 133mm x 100mm x 79mm (5.2" x 3.9" x 3.1") and a weight of 575 grams (1.27 lbs) while the Sony A300 has sizing of 131mm x 99mm x 75mm (5.2" x 3.9" x 3.0") accompanied by a weight of 632 grams (1.39 lbs).
Look at the Canon 650D vs Sony A300 in our completely new Camera plus Lens Size Comparison Tool.![Camera Size Comparison with Lenses Camera Size Comparison with Lenses](https://pxlmag.com/db/assets/camera-size-comparison-animation.gif)
Don't forget, the weight of an ILC will vary dependant on the lens you have attached at the time. Here is a front view dimension comparison of the 650D against the A300.
![Canon 650D vs Sony A300 size comparison Canon 650D vs Sony A300 size comparison](https://pxlmag.com/db/images/camera-compare/Canon-EOS-650D-vs-Sony-Alpha-DSLR-A300-size-comparison.jpg)
Taking into consideration dimensions and weight, the portability grade of the 650D and A300 is 65 and 64 respectively.
![Canon 650D vs Sony A300 top view buttons comparison Canon 650D vs Sony A300 top view buttons comparison](https://pxlmag.com/db/images/camera-compare/Canon-EOS-650D-vs-Sony-Alpha-DSLR-A300-top-view-buttons-comparison.jpg)
Canon 650D vs Sony A300 Sensor Comparison
Sometimes, it can be hard to envision the gap in sensor sizes just by checking out technical specs. The picture below will help provide you a better sense of the sensor sizes in the 650D and A300.
As you have seen, both cameras feature the identical sensor size albeit not the same megapixels. You can expect the Canon 650D to provide extra detail with its extra 8 Megapixels. Higher resolution will help you crop shots way more aggressively. The more recent 650D will have a benefit when it comes to sensor technology.
![Canon 650D vs Sony A300 sensor size comparison Canon 650D vs Sony A300 sensor size comparison](https://pxlmag.com/db/images/sensor-compare/Canon-EOS-650D-vs-Sony-Alpha-DSLR-A300-sensor-size-comparison.png)
Canon 650D vs Sony A300 Screen and ViewFinder
![Canon 650D vs Sony A300 Screen and Viewfinder comparison Canon 650D vs Sony A300 Screen and Viewfinder comparison](https://pxlmag.com/db/images/camera-compare/Canon-EOS-650D-vs-Sony-Alpha-DSLR-A300-screen-back-comparison.jpg)
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Canon 650D vs Sony A300 Specifications
Canon EOS 650D | Sony Alpha DSLR-A300 | |
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General Information | ||
Company | Canon | Sony |
Model | Canon EOS 650D | Sony Alpha DSLR-A300 |
Also called as | EOS Rebel T4i / EOS Kiss X6i | - |
Type | Entry-Level DSLR | Entry-Level DSLR |
Launched | 2012-08-20 | 2008-01-30 |
Physical type | Compact SLR | Compact SLR |
Sensor Information | ||
Powered by | Digic 5 | - |
Sensor type | CMOS | CCD |
Sensor size | APS-C | APS-C |
Sensor measurements | 22.3 x 14.9mm | 23.6 x 15.8mm |
Sensor area | 332.3mm² | 372.9mm² |
Sensor resolution | 18MP | 10MP |
Anti aliasing filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 1:1, 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 | - |
Highest Possible resolution | 5184 x 3456 | 3872 x 2592 |
Maximum native ISO | 12800 | 3200 |
Maximum enhanced ISO | 25600 | - |
Min native ISO | 100 | 100 |
RAW pictures | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Manual focus | ||
Touch focus | ||
AF continuous | ||
AF single | ||
Tracking AF | ||
Selective AF | ||
AF center weighted | ||
Multi area AF | ||
AF live view | ||
Face detect focusing | ||
Contract detect focusing | ||
Phase detect focusing | ||
Number of focus points | 9 | 9 |
Cross focus points | 9 | - |
Lens | ||
Lens mount | Canon EF/EF-S | Sony/Minolta Alpha |
Number of lenses | 326 | 143 |
Crop factor | 1.6 | 1.5 |
Screen | ||
Display type | Fully Articulated | Tilting |
Display size | 3" | 2.7" |
Resolution of display | 1,040k dots | 230k dots |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch capability | ||
Display tech | Clear View II TFT LCD | - |
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder | Optical (pentamirror) | Optical (pentamirror) |
Viewfinder coverage | 95 percent | 95 percent |
Viewfinder magnification | 0.53x | 0.49x |
Features | ||
Minimum shutter speed | 30s | 30s |
Fastest shutter speed | 1/4000s | 1/4000s |
Continuous shutter rate | 5.0 frames per sec | 3.0 frames per sec |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Manual mode | ||
Exposure compensation | Yes | Yes |
Custom WB | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Inbuilt flash | ||
Flash range | 13.00 m | 12.00 m (at ISO 100) |
Flash modes | Auto, On, Off, Red-eye | Auto, Red-Eye, Slow, Red-Eye Slow, Rear curtain, wireless |
External flash | ||
AE bracketing | ||
WB bracketing | ||
Fastest flash synchronize | 1/200s | - |
Exposure | ||
Multisegment exposure | ||
Average exposure | ||
Spot exposure | ||
Partial exposure | ||
AF area exposure | ||
Center weighted exposure | ||
Video features | ||
Video resolutions | 1920 x 1080 (30, 25, 24 fps), 1280 x 720 (60, 50 fps), 640 x 480 (60, 50 fps) | - |
Maximum video resolution | 1920x1080 | None |
Video format | H.264, Motion JPEG | - |
Microphone port | ||
Headphone port | ||
Connectivity | ||
Wireless | Eye-Fi Connected | None |
Bluetooth | ||
NFC | ||
HDMI | ||
USB | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) |
GPS | Optional | None |
Physical | ||
Environment sealing | ||
Water proof | ||
Dust proof | ||
Shock proof | ||
Crush proof | ||
Freeze proof | ||
Weight | 575 gr (1.27 lbs) | 632 gr (1.39 lbs) |
Physical dimensions | 133 x 100 x 79mm (5.2" x 3.9" x 3.1") | 131 x 99 x 75mm (5.2" x 3.9" x 3.0") |
DXO scores | ||
DXO Overall score | 62 | 64 |
DXO Color Depth score | 21.7 | 22.5 |
DXO Dynamic range score | 11.2 | 11.4 |
DXO Low light score | 722 | 538 |
Other | ||
Battery life | 440 photographs | - |
Type of battery | Battery Pack | - |
Battery model | LP-E8 | - |
Self timer | Yes (2s, 10s+remote, 10s + continuous shots 2-10)) | Yes (2 or 10 sec) |
Time lapse shooting | ||
Type of storage | SD/SDHC/SDXC | Compact Flash |
Card slots | One | One |
Retail pricing | $498 | $0 |