Canon 700D vs Sony A65

Let's take a closer look at the Canon 700D versus Sony A65, both Entry-Level DSLR digital cameras by companies Canon and Sony. There exists a big gap between the resolutions of the 700D (18MP) and A65 (24MP) but they use the exact same sensor size (APS-C).

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The 700D was revealed 20 months after the A65 which makes the cameras a generation away from one another. Both cameras come with the identical body type (Compact SLR).

Before diving straight into a in depth comparison, below is a short synopsis of how the 700D scores against the A65 with respect to portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

This is a preview of the gallery photos for Canon EOS 700D and Sony SLT-A65. The full galleries are provided at Canon 700D Gallery and Sony A65 Gallery.

For those who are intending to carry around your camera regularly, you need to think about its weight and measurements. The Canon 700D enjoys outer dimensions of 133mm x 100mm x 79mm (5.2" x 3.9" x 3.1") with a weight of 580 grams (1.28 lbs) whilst the Sony A65 has proportions of 132mm x 97mm x 81mm (5.2" x 3.8" x 3.2") along with a weight of 622 grams (1.37 lbs).

Examine the Canon 700D versus Sony A65 in the latest Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Bear in mind, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ based on the lens you are working with during that time. Underneath is the front view measurement comparison of the 700D versus the A65.

Considering dimensions and weight, the portability rating of the 700D and A65 is 65 and 64 respectively.

More often than not, it is very tough to see the gap between sensor sizes just by reading technical specs. The image here will help offer you a clearer sense of the sensor dimensions in the 700D and A65.

As you have seen, both the cameras have got the exact same sensor measurements albeit not the same megapixels. You should count on the Sony A65 to offer you greater detail because of its extra 6MP. Higher resolution will enable you to crop photographs much more aggressively. The newer 700D is going to have an advantage when it comes to sensor innovation.