Canon 80D vs Sony A58
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Canon 80D vs Sony A58 Key Specs
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- 20MP - APS-C Sensor
- 2.7" Tilting Screen
- ISO 100 - 16000 (Increase to 25600)
- Sensor based Image Stabilization
- 1920 x 1080 video
- Sony/Minolta Alpha Mount
- 492g - 129 x 95 x 78mm
- Announced November 2013
- Earlier Model is Sony A57
Canon 80D vs Sony A58 Overview
Here, we will be reviewing the Canon 80D and Sony A58, one being a Advanced DSLR and the latter is a Entry-Level DSLR by competitors Canon and Sony. The sensor resolution of the 80D (24MP) and the A58 (20MP) is pretty well matched and both cameras boast the identical sensor dimensions (APS-C).
Fujifilm accuses Eastman Kodak of patent violation in new lawsuitThe 80D was introduced 2 years later than the A58 and that is quite a big gap as far as technology is concerned. Each of the cameras feature different body design with the Canon 80D being a Mid-size SLR camera and the Sony A58 being a Compact SLR camera.
Before going into a in depth comparison, here is a simple view of how the 80D grades vs the A58 in terms of portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.
Canon 80D vs Sony A58 Gallery
The following is a preview of the gallery images for Canon EOS 80D and Sony SLT-A58. The whole galleries are viewable at Canon 80D Gallery and Sony A58 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Canon 80D over the Sony A58
80D | A58 | |||
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Announced | February 2016 | November 2013 | More recent by 28 months | |
Screen type | Fully Articulated | Tilting | Fully Articulating screen | |
Screen size | 3" | 2.7" | Bigger screen (+0.3") | |
Screen resolution | 1040k | 460k | Crisper screen (+580k dot) | |
Selfie screen | Take selfies | |||
Touch screen | Quickly navigate |
Reasons to pick Sony A58 over the Canon 80D
A58 | 80D |
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Common features in the Canon 80D and Sony A58
80D | A58 | |||
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Focus manually | Very accurate focus |
Canon 80D vs Sony A58 Physical Comparison
When you are looking to lug around your camera frequently, you need to take into account its weight and proportions. The Canon 80D provides physical dimensions of 139mm x 105mm x 79mm (5.5" x 4.1" x 3.1") and a weight of 730 grams (1.61 lbs) and the Sony A58 has measurements of 129mm x 95mm x 78mm (5.1" x 3.7" x 3.1") accompanied by a weight of 492 grams (1.08 lbs).
Compare the Canon 80D and Sony A58 in the new Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.Don't forget, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary based on the lens you have during that time. Underneath is a front view physical size comparison of the 80D compared to the A58.
Factoring in dimensions and weight, the portability rating of the 80D and A58 is 59 and 68 respectively.
Canon 80D vs Sony A58 Sensor Comparison
Sometimes, it is hard to envision the difference between sensor measurements merely by reading through specifications. The graphic underneath should give you a better sense of the sensor sizes in the 80D and A58.
Plainly, the two cameras come with the identical sensor size albeit not the same resolution. You should expect the Canon 80D to give greater detail using its extra 4MP. Higher resolution will help you crop photographs a good deal more aggressively. The younger 80D will have an advantage in sensor technology.
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Canon 80D vs Sony A58 Specifications
Canon EOS 80D | Sony SLT-A58 | |
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General Information | ||
Manufacturer | Canon | Sony |
Model | Canon EOS 80D | Sony SLT-A58 |
Type | Advanced DSLR | Entry-Level DSLR |
Announced | 2016-02-18 | 2013-11-27 |
Physical type | Mid-size SLR | Compact SLR |
Sensor Information | ||
Processor | DIGIC 6 | - |
Sensor type | CMOS | CMOS |
Sensor size | APS-C | APS-C |
Sensor dimensions | 22.5 x 15mm | 23.2 x 15.4mm |
Sensor surface area | 337.5mm² | 357.3mm² |
Sensor resolution | 24 megapixels | 20 megapixels |
Anti aliasing filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 1:1, 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 | - |
Peak resolution | 6000 x 4000 | 5456 x 3632 |
Highest native ISO | 16000 | 16000 |
Highest enhanced ISO | 25600 | 25600 |
Lowest native ISO | 100 | 100 |
RAW pictures | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Focus manually | ||
Touch to focus | ||
Autofocus continuous | ||
Single autofocus | ||
Tracking autofocus | ||
Autofocus selectice | ||
Center weighted autofocus | ||
Multi area autofocus | ||
Live view autofocus | ||
Face detection autofocus | ||
Contract detection autofocus | ||
Phase detection autofocus | ||
Number of focus points | 45 | 15 |
Cross focus points | 45 | 3 |
Lens | ||
Lens mounting type | Canon EF/EF-S | Sony/Minolta Alpha |
Available lenses | 326 | 143 |
Focal length multiplier | 1.6 | 1.6 |
Screen | ||
Screen type | Fully Articulated | Tilting |
Screen sizing | 3 inch | 2.7 inch |
Screen resolution | 1,040k dots | 460k dots |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch functionality | ||
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder type | Optical (pentaprism) | Electronic |
Viewfinder resolution | - | 1,440k dots |
Viewfinder coverage | 100 percent | 100 percent |
Viewfinder magnification | 0.6x | 0.65x |
Features | ||
Min shutter speed | 30s | 30s |
Max shutter speed | 1/8000s | 1/4000s |
Continuous shutter rate | 7.0 frames per second | 8.0 frames per second |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Manually set exposure | ||
Exposure compensation | Yes | Yes |
Change white balance | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Built-in flash | ||
Flash range | 12.00 m (at ISO 100) | 10.00 m (@ ISO 100) |
External flash | ||
Auto exposure bracketing | ||
White balance bracketing | ||
Max flash synchronize | 1/250s | 1/160s |
Exposure | ||
Multisegment | ||
Average | ||
Spot | ||
Partial | ||
AF area | ||
Center weighted | ||
Video features | ||
Video resolutions | 1920 x 1080 (60p, 30p, 24p), 1280 x 720 (60p, 30p) | 1920 x 1080 |
Highest video resolution | 1920x1080 | 1920x1080 |
Video data format | MPEG-4, H.264 | MPEG-4, AVCHD, H.264 |
Mic port | ||
Headphone port | ||
Connectivity | ||
Wireless | Built-In | Eye-Fi Connected |
Bluetooth | ||
NFC | ||
HDMI | ||
USB | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) |
GPS | None | None |
Physical | ||
Environmental sealing | ||
Water proof | ||
Dust proof | ||
Shock proof | ||
Crush proof | ||
Freeze proof | ||
Weight | 730 grams (1.61 lbs) | 492 grams (1.08 lbs) |
Physical dimensions | 139 x 105 x 79mm (5.5" x 4.1" x 3.1") | 129 x 95 x 78mm (5.1" x 3.7" x 3.1") |
DXO scores | ||
DXO Overall score | 79 | 74 |
DXO Color Depth score | 23.6 | 23.3 |
DXO Dynamic range score | 13.2 | 12.5 |
DXO Low light score | 1135 | 753 |
Other | ||
Battery life | 960 images | 690 images |
Type of battery | Battery Pack | Battery Pack |
Battery model | LP-E6N | NP-FM500H |
Self timer | Yes (2 or 10 sec) | - |
Time lapse recording | ||
Type of storage | SD/SDHC/SDXC (UHS-I support) | SD/SDHC/SDXC/Memory Stick Pro Duo/ Pro-HG Duo |
Card slots | 1 | 1 |
Price at release | $1,199 | $645 |