Canon 77D vs Sony A200
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Canon 77D vs Sony A200 Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 24MP - APS-C Sensor
- 3" Fully Articulated Display
- ISO 100 - 25600 (Expand to 51200)
- 1920 x 1080 video
- Canon EF/EF-S Mount
- 540g - 131 x 100 x 76mm
- Released February 2017
- Other Name is EOS 9000D
- Succeeded the Canon T6s
(Full Review)
- 10MP - APS-C Sensor
- 2.7" Fixed Screen
- ISO 100 - 3200
- Sensor based Image Stabilization
- No Video
- Sony/Minolta Alpha Mount
- 572g - 131 x 99 x 71mm
- Introduced July 2008
- Replacement is Sony A230

Canon 77D vs Sony A200 Overview
Below, we will be contrasting the Canon 77D versus Sony A200, both Entry-Level DSLR cameras by manufacturers Canon and Sony. There is a sizable difference among the image resolutions of the 77D (24MP) and A200 (10MP) but they enjoy the exact same sensor size (APS-C).

The 77D was introduced 8 years later than the A200 and that is a fairly significant difference as far as camera tech is concerned. Both cameras come with different body type with the Canon 77D being a Mid-size SLR camera and the Sony A200 being a Compact SLR camera.
Before going straight into a comprehensive comparison, below is a quick summation of how the 77D grades versus the A200 when it comes to portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.

Canon 77D vs Sony A200 Gallery
Following is a preview of the gallery photos for Canon EOS 77D & Sony Alpha DSLR-A200. The whole galleries are available at Canon 77D Gallery & Sony A200 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Canon 77D over the Sony A200
77D | A200 | |||
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Introduced | February 2017 | ![]() | July 2008 | More recent by 105 months |
Screen type | Fully Articulated | ![]() | Fixed | Fully Articulating screen |
Screen dimension | 3" | ![]() | 2.7" | Bigger screen (+0.3") |
Screen resolution | 1040k | ![]() | 230k | Crisper screen (+810k dot) |
Selfie screen | ![]() | Easy selfies | ||
Touch screen | ![]() | Quickly navigate |
Reasons to pick Sony A200 over the Canon 77D
A200 | 77D |
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Common features in the Canon 77D and Sony A200
77D | A200 | |||
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Focus manually | ![]() | More accurate focus |
Canon 77D vs Sony A200 Physical Comparison
For anyone who is intending to lug around your camera regularly, you will have to think about its weight and measurements. The Canon 77D offers exterior measurements of 131mm x 100mm x 76mm (5.2" x 3.9" x 3.0") accompanied by a weight of 540 grams (1.19 lbs) whilst the Sony A200 has proportions of 131mm x 99mm x 71mm (5.2" x 3.9" x 2.8") accompanied by a weight of 572 grams (1.26 lbs).
Analyze the Canon 77D versus Sony A200 in our brand new Camera plus Lens Size Comparison Tool.
Keep in mind, the weight of an ILC will vary dependant on the lens you are employing at that moment. Underneath is the front view measurements comparison of the 77D versus the A200.

Looking at size and weight, the portability grade of the 77D and A200 is 66 and 66 respectively.

Canon 77D vs Sony A200 Sensor Comparison
Oftentimes, it is difficult to see the gap in sensor measurements just by viewing specifications. The photograph here should offer you a better sense of the sensor measurements in the 77D and A200.
Plainly, each of the cameras have got the exact same sensor measurements albeit not the same MP. You can count on the Canon 77D to result in extra detail using its extra 14MP. Higher resolution will also let you crop shots much more aggressively. The newer 77D will have an advantage when it comes to sensor tech.

Canon 77D vs Sony A200 Screen and ViewFinder


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Canon 77D vs Sony A200 Specifications
Canon EOS 77D | Sony Alpha DSLR-A200 | |
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General Information | ||
Company | Canon | Sony |
Model type | Canon EOS 77D | Sony Alpha DSLR-A200 |
Alternative name | EOS 9000D | - |
Category | Entry-Level DSLR | Entry-Level DSLR |
Released | 2017-02-15 | 2008-07-17 |
Body design | Mid-size SLR | Compact SLR |
Sensor Information | ||
Processor Chip | DIGIC 7 | - |
Sensor type | CMOS | CCD |
Sensor size | APS-C | APS-C |
Sensor dimensions | 22.3 x 14.9mm | 23.6 x 15.8mm |
Sensor surface area | 332.3mm² | 372.9mm² |
Sensor resolution | 24 megapixel | 10 megapixel |
Anti alias filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 1:1, 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 | - |
Peak resolution | 6000 x 4000 | 3872 x 2592 |
Highest native ISO | 25600 | 3200 |
Highest enhanced ISO | 51200 | - |
Lowest native ISO | 100 | 100 |
RAW support | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Focus manually | ||
Autofocus touch | ||
Autofocus continuous | ||
Autofocus single | ||
Autofocus tracking | ||
Selective autofocus | ||
Autofocus center weighted | ||
Multi area autofocus | ||
Autofocus live view | ||
Face detect focus | ||
Contract detect focus | ||
Phase detect focus | ||
Total focus points | 45 | 9 |
Cross type focus points | 45 | - |
Lens | ||
Lens support | Canon EF/EF-S | Sony/Minolta Alpha |
Total lenses | 326 | 143 |
Focal length multiplier | 1.6 | 1.5 |
Screen | ||
Display type | Fully Articulated | Fixed Type |
Display size | 3 inch | 2.7 inch |
Resolution of display | 1,040 thousand dot | 230 thousand dot |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch display | ||
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder type | Optical (pentamirror) | Optical (pentamirror) |
Viewfinder coverage | 95% | 95% |
Viewfinder magnification | 0.51x | 0.55x |
Features | ||
Min shutter speed | 30 secs | 30 secs |
Max shutter speed | 1/4000 secs | 1/4000 secs |
Continuous shutter speed | 6.0 frames/s | 3.0 frames/s |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Manually set exposure | ||
Exposure compensation | Yes | Yes |
Custom white balance | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Inbuilt flash | ||
Flash distance | 12.00 m (at ISO 100) | 12.00 m (at ISO 100) |
Flash options | - | Auto, Red-Eye, Slow, Red-Eye Slow, Rear curtain, wireless |
Hot shoe | ||
Auto exposure bracketing | ||
White balance bracketing | ||
Max flash sync | 1/200 secs | - |
Exposure | ||
Multisegment metering | ||
Average metering | ||
Spot metering | ||
Partial metering | ||
AF area metering | ||
Center weighted metering | ||
Video features | ||
Video resolutions | 1920 x 1080 @ 60p / 60 Mbps, MOV, H.264, Linear PCM | - |
Highest video resolution | 1920x1080 | None |
Video data format | MPEG-4, H.264 | - |
Mic jack | ||
Headphone jack | ||
Connectivity | ||
Wireless | Built-In | None |
Bluetooth | ||
NFC | ||
HDMI | ||
USB | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) |
GPS | Optional | None |
Physical | ||
Environmental seal | ||
Water proofing | ||
Dust proofing | ||
Shock proofing | ||
Crush proofing | ||
Freeze proofing | ||
Weight | 540 grams (1.19 lb) | 572 grams (1.26 lb) |
Dimensions | 131 x 100 x 76mm (5.2" x 3.9" x 3.0") | 131 x 99 x 71mm (5.2" x 3.9" x 2.8") |
DXO scores | ||
DXO Overall rating | 78 | 63 |
DXO Color Depth rating | 23.6 | 22.3 |
DXO Dynamic range rating | 13.3 | 11.3 |
DXO Low light rating | 971 | 521 |
Other | ||
Battery life | 600 pictures | - |
Type of battery | Battery Pack | - |
Self timer | Yes (2 or 10 sec) | Yes (2 or 10 sec) |
Time lapse recording | ||
Type of storage | SD/SDHC/SDXC (UHS-I compatible) | Compact Flash |
Storage slots | Single | Single |
Pricing at release | $549 | $100 |