Canon 90D vs Sony A330
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Canon 90D vs Sony A330 Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 33MP - APS-C Sensor
- 3" Fully Articulated Screen
- ISO 100 - 25600 (Push to 51200)
- 1/8000s Max Shutter
- 3840 x 2160 video
- Canon EF/EF-S Mount
- 701g - 141 x 105 x 77mm
- Announced August 2019
- Superseded the Canon 80D
(Full Review)
- 10MP - APS-C Sensor
- 2.7" Tilting Screen
- ISO 100 - 3200
- Sensor based Image Stabilization
- No Video
- Sony/Minolta Alpha Mount
- 529g - 128 x 97 x 71mm
- Introduced May 2009
- Replaced the Sony A300

Canon 90D vs Sony A330 Overview
Below, we will be looking at the Canon 90D and Sony A330, one being a Advanced DSLR and the latter is a Entry-Level DSLR by manufacturers Canon and Sony. There exists a big gap between the image resolutions of the 90D (33MP) and A330 (10MP) but they use the exact same sensor size (APS-C).

The 90D was brought out 10 years later than the A330 and that is quite a big gap as far as technology is concerned. Both of these cameras come with different body type with the Canon 90D being a Mid-size SLR camera and the Sony A330 being a Compact SLR camera.
Before delving in to a complete comparison, below is a brief highlight of how the 90D scores against the A330 when considering portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

Canon 90D vs Sony A330 Gallery
Below is a preview of the gallery images for Canon EOS 90D and Sony Alpha DSLR-A330. The entire galleries are viewable at Canon 90D Gallery and Sony A330 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Canon 90D over the Sony A330
90D | A330 | |||
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Introduced | August 2019 | ![]() | May 2009 | Fresher by 126 months |
Screen type | Fully Articulated | ![]() | Tilting | Fully Articulating screen |
Screen dimension | 3" | ![]() | 2.7" | Bigger screen (+0.3") |
Screen resolution | 1040k | ![]() | 230k | Sharper screen (+810k dot) |
Selfie screen | ![]() | Easy selfies | ||
Touch screen | ![]() | Quickly navigate |
Reasons to pick Sony A330 over the Canon 90D
A330 | 90D |
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Common features in the Canon 90D and Sony A330
90D | A330 | |||
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Focus manually | ![]() | Very precise focusing |
Canon 90D vs Sony A330 Physical Comparison
If you're planning to carry your camera regularly, you need to think about its weight and measurements. The Canon 90D offers outer measurements of 141mm x 105mm x 77mm (5.6" x 4.1" x 3.0") along with a weight of 701 grams (1.55 lbs) while the Sony A330 has proportions of 128mm x 97mm x 71mm (5.0" x 3.8" x 2.8") along with a weight of 529 grams (1.17 lbs).
Check the Canon 90D and Sony A330 in the latest Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.
Keep in mind, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ based on the lens you have at the time. The following is the front view size comparison of the 90D versus the A330.

Looking at dimensions and weight, the portability grade of the 90D and A330 is 60 and 67 respectively.

Canon 90D vs Sony A330 Sensor Comparison
Normally, it is difficult to imagine the difference between sensor sizing only by reviewing technical specs. The photograph here will provide you a clearer sense of the sensor sizing in the 90D and A330.
As you can tell, both of these cameras posses the exact same sensor measurements albeit different megapixels. You should expect the Canon 90D to offer you greater detail having its extra 23MP. Higher resolution can also help you crop pictures somewhat more aggressively. The more recent 90D provides an edge in sensor innovation.

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Canon 90D vs Sony A330 Specifications
Canon EOS 90D | Sony Alpha DSLR-A330 | |
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General Information | ||
Make | Canon | Sony |
Model | Canon EOS 90D | Sony Alpha DSLR-A330 |
Class | Advanced DSLR | Entry-Level DSLR |
Announced | 2019-08-28 | 2009-05-18 |
Physical type | Mid-size SLR | Compact SLR |
Sensor Information | ||
Processor | DIGIC 8 | Bionz |
Sensor type | CMOS | CCD |
Sensor size | APS-C | APS-C |
Sensor dimensions | 22.3 x 14.9mm | 23.5 x 15.7mm |
Sensor surface area | 332.3mm² | 369.0mm² |
Sensor resolution | 33 megapixel | 10 megapixel |
Anti aliasing filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 1:1, 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 | 3:2 and 16:9 |
Maximum resolution | 6960 x 4640 | 3872 x 2592 |
Maximum native ISO | 25600 | 3200 |
Maximum boosted ISO | 51200 | - |
Min native ISO | 100 | 100 |
RAW support | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Focus manually | ||
Touch focus | ||
AF continuous | ||
Single AF | ||
Tracking AF | ||
AF selectice | ||
Center weighted AF | ||
Multi area AF | ||
Live view AF | ||
Face detection AF | ||
Contract detection AF | ||
Phase detection AF | ||
Number of focus points | 45 | 9 |
Cross focus points | 45 | - |
Lens | ||
Lens mount | Canon EF/EF-S | Sony/Minolta Alpha |
Available lenses | 326 | 143 |
Crop factor | 1.6 | 1.5 |
Screen | ||
Screen type | Fully Articulated | Tilting |
Screen sizing | 3 inches | 2.7 inches |
Screen resolution | 1,040k dots | 230k dots |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch function | ||
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder | Optical (pentaprism) | Optical (pentamirror) |
Viewfinder coverage | 100 percent | 95 percent |
Viewfinder magnification | 0.6x | 0.49x |
Features | ||
Lowest shutter speed | 30 seconds | 30 seconds |
Highest shutter speed | 1/8000 seconds | 1/4000 seconds |
Highest silent shutter speed | 1/16000 seconds | - |
Continuous shooting rate | 11.0 frames/s | 3.0 frames/s |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Expose Manually | ||
Exposure compensation | Yes | Yes |
Change WB | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Inbuilt flash | ||
Flash range | 12.00 m (at ISO 100) | 10.00 m |
Flash settings | - | Auto, On, Off, Red-Eye, Slow Sync, Rear Curtain, Wireless |
External flash | ||
AEB | ||
WB bracketing | ||
Highest flash synchronize | 1/250 seconds | 1/160 seconds |
Exposure | ||
Multisegment | ||
Average | ||
Spot | ||
Partial | ||
AF area | ||
Center weighted | ||
Video features | ||
Video resolutions | 3840 x 2160 @ 30p / 120 Mbps, MP4, H.264, AAC | - |
Maximum video resolution | 3840x2160 | None |
Video data format | MPEG-4, H.264 | - |
Mic support | ||
Headphone support | ||
Connectivity | ||
Wireless | Built-In | None |
Bluetooth | ||
NFC | ||
HDMI | ||
USB | Yes (With USB-PD compatible chargers) | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) |
GPS | None | None |
Physical | ||
Environment sealing | ||
Water proof | ||
Dust proof | ||
Shock proof | ||
Crush proof | ||
Freeze proof | ||
Weight | 701 grams (1.55 pounds) | 529 grams (1.17 pounds) |
Dimensions | 141 x 105 x 77mm (5.6" x 4.1" x 3.0") | 128 x 97 x 71mm (5.0" x 3.8" x 2.8") |
DXO scores | ||
DXO All around score | not tested | 64 |
DXO Color Depth score | not tested | 22.4 |
DXO Dynamic range score | not tested | 11.5 |
DXO Low light score | not tested | 535 |
Other | ||
Battery life | 1300 shots | 230 shots |
Battery style | Battery Pack | Battery Pack |
Battery model | LP-E6N | NP-FH50 |
Self timer | Yes (2 or 10 secs) | Yes (2 or 10 sec) |
Time lapse feature | ||
Type of storage | SD/SDHC/SDXC card (UHS-II supported) | SD/ SDHC, Memory Stick Pro Duo |
Card slots | One | One |
Price at launch | $1,199 | $545 |