Canon 77D vs Sony A99 II
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Canon 77D vs Sony A99 II Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 24MP - APS-C Sensor
- 3" Fully Articulated Screen
- ISO 100 - 25600 (Push to 51200)
- 1920 x 1080 video
- Canon EF/EF-S Mount
- 540g - 131 x 100 x 76mm
- Released February 2017
- Also referred to as EOS 9000D
- Old Model is Canon T6s
(Full Review)
- 42MP - Full frame Sensor
- 3" Fully Articulated Display
- ISO 100 - 25600 (Expand to 102400)
- Sensor based 5-axis Image Stabilization
- No Anti-Alias Filter
- 1/8000s Max Shutter
- 3840 x 2160 video
- Sony/Minolta Alpha Mount
- 849g - 143 x 104 x 76mm
- Revealed September 2016
- Older Model is Sony A99

Canon 77D vs Sony A99 II Overview
Lets take a more detailed look at the Canon 77D versus Sony A99 II, one being a Entry-Level DSLR and the other is a Advanced DSLR by competitors Canon and Sony. There is a huge difference between the resolutions of the 77D (24MP) and A99 II (42MP) and the 77D (APS-C) and A99 II (Full frame) have totally different sensor measurements.

The 77D was revealed 5 months later than the A99 II so they are both of a similar generation. Both cameras feature the same body design (Mid-size SLR).
Before getting straight to a more detailed comparison, here is a quick highlight of how the 77D grades vs the A99 II with regard to portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

Canon 77D vs Sony A99 II Gallery
Below is a sample of the gallery pics for Canon EOS 77D and Sony Alpha A99 II. The full galleries are viewable at Canon 77D Gallery and Sony A99 II Gallery.
Reasons to pick Canon 77D over the Sony A99 II
77D | A99 II | |||
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Touch display | ![]() | Easily navigate |
Reasons to pick Sony A99 II over the Canon 77D
A99 II | 77D | |||
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Display resolution | 1229k | ![]() | 1040k | Clearer display (+189k dot) |
Common features in the Canon 77D and Sony A99 II
77D | A99 II | |||
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Revealed | February 2017 | ![]() | September 2016 | Similar generation |
Manually focus | ![]() | Dial precise focus | ||
Display type | Fully Articulated | ![]() | Fully articulated | Fully Articulated display |
Display size | 3" | ![]() | 3" | Same display measurements |
Selfie screen | ![]() | Both are selfie friendly |
Canon 77D vs Sony A99 II Physical Comparison
For anybody who is aiming to carry your camera frequently, you'll have to think about its weight and dimensions. The Canon 77D enjoys external dimensions of 131mm x 100mm x 76mm (5.2" x 3.9" x 3.0") having a weight of 540 grams (1.19 lbs) whilst the Sony A99 II has dimensions of 143mm x 104mm x 76mm (5.6" x 4.1" x 3.0") along with a weight of 849 grams (1.87 lbs).
Check the Canon 77D versus Sony A99 II in the new Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.
Always remember, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change based on the lens you have attached at that moment. Here is a front view dimensions comparison of the 77D and the A99 II.

Taking into consideration size and weight, the portability rating of the 77D and A99 II is 66 and 57 respectively.

Canon 77D vs Sony A99 II Sensor Comparison
In many cases, it is very difficult to visualise the gap between sensor sizing simply by reading specifications. The graphic here may give you a better sense of the sensor sizes in the 77D and A99 II.
Plainly, both of these cameras feature different megapixel count and different sensor sizing. The 77D having a tinier sensor will make achieving shallower DOF more challenging and the Sony A99 II will offer you greater detail because of its extra 18MP. Greater resolution can also help you crop images way more aggressively.

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Canon 77D vs Sony A99 II Specifications
Canon EOS 77D | Sony Alpha A99 II | |
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General Information | ||
Company | Canon | Sony |
Model | Canon EOS 77D | Sony Alpha A99 II |
Also called as | EOS 9000D | - |
Category | Entry-Level DSLR | Advanced DSLR |
Released | 2017-02-15 | 2016-09-19 |
Body design | Mid-size SLR | Mid-size SLR |
Sensor Information | ||
Powered by | DIGIC 7 | Bionz X |
Sensor type | CMOS | BSI-CMOS |
Sensor size | APS-C | Full frame |
Sensor dimensions | 22.3 x 14.9mm | 35.9 x 24mm |
Sensor area | 332.3mm² | 861.6mm² |
Sensor resolution | 24 megapixels | 42 megapixels |
Anti aliasing filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 1:1, 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 | 3:2 and 16:9 |
Highest Possible resolution | 6000 x 4000 | 7952 x 5304 |
Maximum native ISO | 25600 | 25600 |
Maximum enhanced ISO | 51200 | 102400 |
Minimum native ISO | 100 | 100 |
RAW format | ||
Minimum enhanced ISO | - | 50 |
Autofocusing | ||
Manual focus | ||
Autofocus touch | ||
Autofocus continuous | ||
Single autofocus | ||
Tracking autofocus | ||
Autofocus selectice | ||
Autofocus center weighted | ||
Multi area autofocus | ||
Live view autofocus | ||
Face detection autofocus | ||
Contract detection autofocus | ||
Phase detection autofocus | ||
Number of focus points | 45 | 399 |
Cross focus points | 45 | 79 |
Lens | ||
Lens mounting type | Canon EF/EF-S | Sony/Minolta Alpha |
Number of lenses | 326 | 143 |
Crop factor | 1.6 | 1 |
Screen | ||
Screen type | Fully Articulated | Fully articulated |
Screen diagonal | 3 inch | 3 inch |
Screen resolution | 1,040k dot | 1,229k dot |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch friendly | ||
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder type | Optical (pentamirror) | Electronic |
Viewfinder resolution | - | 2,359k dot |
Viewfinder coverage | 95 percent | 100 percent |
Viewfinder magnification | 0.51x | 0.78x |
Features | ||
Minimum shutter speed | 30s | 30s |
Fastest shutter speed | 1/4000s | 1/8000s |
Continuous shutter speed | 6.0 frames per sec | 12.0 frames per sec |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Manual exposure | ||
Exposure compensation | Yes | Yes |
Custom white balance | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Built-in flash | ||
Flash range | 12.00 m (at ISO 100) | no built-in flash |
Flash modes | - | Off, auto, fill, slow sync, redeye reduction, rear sync, high-speed sync, wireless |
Hot shoe | ||
AE bracketing | ||
WB bracketing | ||
Fastest flash sync | 1/200s | 1/250s |
Exposure | ||
Multisegment exposure | ||
Average exposure | ||
Spot exposure | ||
Partial exposure | ||
AF area exposure | ||
Center weighted exposure | ||
Video features | ||
Video resolutions | 1920 x 1080 @ 60p / 60 Mbps, MOV, H.264, Linear PCM | - |
Maximum video resolution | 1920x1080 | 3840x2160 |
Video format | MPEG-4, H.264 | MPEG-4, AVCHD, XAVC S |
Mic input | ||
Headphone input | ||
Connectivity | ||
Wireless | Built-In | Built-In |
Bluetooth | ||
NFC | ||
HDMI | ||
USB | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) |
GPS | Optional | None |
Physical | ||
Environment seal | ||
Water proof | ||
Dust proof | ||
Shock proof | ||
Crush proof | ||
Freeze proof | ||
Weight | 540g (1.19 lbs) | 849g (1.87 lbs) |
Physical dimensions | 131 x 100 x 76mm (5.2" x 3.9" x 3.0") | 143 x 104 x 76mm (5.6" x 4.1" x 3.0") |
DXO scores | ||
DXO Overall score | 78 | 92 |
DXO Color Depth score | 23.6 | 25.4 |
DXO Dynamic range score | 13.3 | 13.4 |
DXO Low light score | 971 | 2317 |
Other | ||
Battery life | 600 shots | 490 shots |
Battery format | Battery Pack | NP-FM500H lithium-ion battery & charger |
Self timer | Yes (2 or 10 sec) | Yes (2, 5, 10 secs) |
Time lapse feature | ||
Type of storage | SD/SDHC/SDXC (UHS-I compatible) | Dual SD/SDHC/SDXC/MS Duo slots |
Storage slots | Single | Two |
Launch price | $549 | $3,198 |