Canon 77D vs Sony A290

On this page, we are looking at the Canon 77D and Sony A290, both Entry-Level DSLR digital cameras by manufacturers Canon and Sony. There exists a big gap between the resolutions of the 77D (24MP) and A290 (14MP) but both cameras boast the same sensor measurements (APS-C).

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The 77D was unveiled 6 years later than the A290 and that is quite a big gap as far as technology is concerned. The two cameras have different body design with the Canon 77D being a Mid-size SLR camera and the Sony A290 being a Compact SLR camera.

Before diving into a complete comparison, here is a short overview of how the 77D grades versus the A290 in regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

Here is a sample of the gallery pics for Canon EOS 77D and Sony Alpha DSLR-A290. The full galleries are available at Canon 77D Gallery and Sony A290 Gallery.

When you are looking to carry your camera often, you will have to factor in its weight and volume. The Canon 77D provides outside dimensions 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 A290 has sizing of 128mm x 97mm x 86mm (5.0" x 3.8" x 3.4") along with a weight of 549 grams (1.21 lbs).

Take a look at the Canon 77D and Sony A290 in the all new Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Do not forget, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ depending on the lens you have during that time. Following is a front view over all size comparison of the 77D compared to the A290.

Factoring in dimensions and weight, the portability score of the 77D and A290 is 66 and 66 respectively.

Normally, its hard to envision the gap between sensor sizing purely by looking at specifications. The graphic underneath should offer you a better sense of the sensor dimensions in the 77D and A290.

To sum up, both of the cameras have the same sensor dimensions but not the same megapixels. You should expect to see the Canon 77D to give extra detail having an extra 10 Megapixels. Greater resolution will help you crop photos a bit more aggressively. The more modern 77D is going to have a benefit in sensor technology.