Canon 700D vs Sony A100

The following is a comprehensive review of the Canon 700D vs Sony A100, both Entry-Level DSLR cameras by manufacturers Canon and Sony. There exists a huge gap among the sensor resolutions of the 700D (18MP) and A100 (10MP) but both cameras provide the same sensor size (APS-C).

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The 700D was manufactured 6 years after the A100 which is a fairly significant gap as far as camera technology is concerned. Both the cameras have the same body design (Compact SLR).

Before going right into a comprehensive comparison, here is a short highlight of how the 700D grades against the A100 in relation to portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

Below is a sample of the gallery pictures for Canon EOS 700D and Sony Alpha DSLR-A100. The entire galleries are available at Canon 700D Gallery and Sony A100 Gallery.

For anybody who is aiming to travel with your camera frequently, you will need to factor in its weight and volume. The Canon 700D enjoys physical measurements of 133mm x 100mm x 79mm (5.2" x 3.9" x 3.1") having a weight of 580 grams (1.28 lbs) and the Sony A100 has sizing of 133mm x 95mm x 71mm (5.2" x 3.7" x 2.8") and a weight of 638 grams (1.41 lbs).

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Remember, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ based on the lens you choose at that time. Below is a front view dimensions comparison of the 700D and the A100.

Taking into account dimensions and weight, the portability rating of the 700D and A100 is 65 and 64 respectively.

More often than not, it can be difficult to picture the difference in sensor dimensions purely by viewing specifications. The pic underneath will help give you a clearer sense of the sensor measurements in the 700D and A100.

Plainly, each of the cameras provide the same sensor dimensions but different MP. You should anticipate the Canon 700D to provide you with more detail due to its extra 8 Megapixels. Greater resolution will also enable you to crop photos more aggressively. The more modern 700D provides an edge when it comes to sensor innovation.