Canon 7D vs Sony A99

In this write-up, we are comparing the Canon 7D vs Sony A99, both Advanced DSLR digital cameras by brands Canon and Sony. There is a huge difference between the resolutions of the 7D (18MP) and A99 (24MP) and the 7D (APS-C) and A99 (Full frame) use different sensor dimensions.

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The 7D was launched 4 years earlier than the A99 which is quite a significant gap as far as tech is concerned. Both of the cameras offer the identical body type (Mid-size SLR).

Before going straight into a more detailed comparison, below is a simple highlight of how the 7D matches up vs the A99 in terms of portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

The following is a sample of the gallery pictures for Canon EOS 7D and Sony SLT-A99. The complete galleries are viewable at Canon 7D Gallery and Sony A99 Gallery.

When you are intending to carry around your camera often, you will have to factor its weight and proportions. The Canon 7D comes with outer measurements of 148mm x 111mm x 74mm (5.8" x 4.4" x 2.9") with a weight of 860 grams (1.90 lbs) and the Sony A99 has measurements of 147mm x 111mm x 78mm (5.8" x 4.4" x 3.1") with a weight of 812 grams (1.79 lbs).

Examine the Canon 7D vs Sony A99 in the all new Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Do not forget, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ dependant on the lens you are working with during that time. Below is the front view overall size comparison of the 7D compared to the A99.

Taking into account size and weight, the portability grade of the 7D and A99 is 56 and 57 respectively.

Generally, it is very hard to visualize the contrast between sensor sizes only by looking at specifications. The picture underneath will give you a more clear sense of the sensor sizing in the 7D and A99.

To sum up, both of the cameras offer different megapixels and different sensor sizes. The 7D because of its tinier sensor is going to make shooting shallow depth of field trickier and the Sony A99 will resolve greater detail utilizing its extra 6 Megapixels. Greater resolution will also let you crop photos a little more aggressively. The more aged 7D is going to be behind in sensor technology.