Canon 90D vs Sony A6700
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Canon 90D vs Sony A6700 Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 33MP - APS-C Sensor
- 3" Fully Articulated Screen
- ISO 100 - 25600 (Boost to 51200)
- 1/8000s Maximum Shutter
- 3840 x 2160 video
- Canon EF/EF-S Mount
- 701g - 141 x 105 x 77mm
- Released August 2019
- Earlier Model is Canon 80D
(Full Review)
- 26MP - APS-C Sensor
- 3.00" Fully Articulated Display
- ISO 100 - 32000 (Increase to 102400)
- Sensor based 5-axis Image Stabilization
- 3840 x 2160 video
- Sony E Mount
- 493g - 122 x 69 x 75mm
- Introduced July 2023
- Earlier Model is Sony A6600

Canon 90D vs Sony A6700 Overview
Below is a thorough review of the Canon 90D versus Sony A6700, one being a Advanced DSLR and the other is a Advanced Mirrorless by manufacturers Canon and Sony. There is a sizeable difference among the resolutions of the 90D (33MP) and A6700 (26MP) but both cameras posses the same sensor sizes (APS-C).

The 90D was unveiled 4 years earlier than the A6700 and that is a fairly large gap as far as camera tech is concerned. Each of the cameras have different body design with the Canon 90D being a Mid-size SLR camera and the Sony A6700 being a Rangefinder-style mirrorless camera.
Before diving into a comprehensive comparison, here is a simple summation of how the 90D matches up against the A6700 in relation to portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.

Canon 90D vs Sony A6700 Gallery
This is a sample of the gallery pics for Canon EOS 90D and Sony Alpha a6700. The full galleries are available at Canon 90D Gallery and Sony A6700 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Canon 90D over the Sony A6700
90D | A6700 |
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Reasons to pick Sony A6700 over the Canon 90D
A6700 | 90D | |||
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Introduced | July 2023 | ![]() | August 2019 | More recent by 47 months |
Common features in the Canon 90D and Sony A6700
90D | A6700 | |||
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Manual focus | ![]() | More accurate focus | ||
Display type | Fully Articulated | ![]() | Fully articulated | Fully Articulated display |
Display dimensions | 3" | ![]() | 3.00" | Equal display dimensions |
Display resolution | 1040k | ![]() | 1040k | Identical display resolution |
Selfie screen | ![]() | Both are selfie friendly | ||
Touch friendly display | ![]() | Easily navigate |
Canon 90D vs Sony A6700 Physical Comparison
If you are intending to lug around your camera regularly, you'll need to factor in its weight and proportions. The Canon 90D comes with physical measurements of 141mm x 105mm x 77mm (5.6" x 4.1" x 3.0") having a weight of 701 grams (1.55 lbs) whilst the Sony A6700 has measurements of 122mm x 69mm x 75mm (4.8" x 2.7" x 3.0") and a weight of 493 grams (1.09 lbs).
Examine the Canon 90D versus Sony A6700 in the latest Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.
Remember, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ depending on the lens you select at that time. Here is a front view over all size comparison of the 90D compared to the A6700.

Taking into account size and weight, the portability rating of the 90D and A6700 is 60 and 75 respectively.

Canon 90D vs Sony A6700 Sensor Comparison
In many cases, it's hard to visualise the gap in sensor measurements purely by going through a spec sheet. The photograph underneath might provide you a stronger sense of the sensor measurements in the 90D and A6700.
Clearly, each of the cameras provide the same sensor dimensions but not the same MP. You should expect to see the Canon 90D to provide extra detail having an extra 7MP. Greater resolution will also enable you to crop photos more aggressively. The older 90D will be disadvantaged when it comes to sensor tech.

Canon 90D vs Sony A6700 Screen and ViewFinder


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Canon 90D vs Sony A6700 Specifications
Canon EOS 90D | Sony Alpha a6700 | |
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General Information | ||
Brand | Canon | Sony |
Model type | Canon EOS 90D | Sony Alpha a6700 |
Category | Advanced DSLR | Advanced Mirrorless |
Released | 2019-08-28 | 2023-07-12 |
Body design | Mid-size SLR | Rangefinder-style mirrorless |
Sensor Information | ||
Processor | DIGIC 8 | - |
Sensor type | CMOS | BSI-CMOS |
Sensor size | APS-C | APS-C |
Sensor dimensions | 22.3 x 14.9mm | 23.5 x 15.6mm |
Sensor area | 332.3mm² | 366.6mm² |
Sensor resolution | 33 megapixels | 26 megapixels |
Anti alias filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 1:1, 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 | 1:1, 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 |
Highest resolution | 6960 x 4640 | 6192 x 4128 |
Highest native ISO | 25600 | 32000 |
Highest boosted ISO | 51200 | 102400 |
Minimum native ISO | 100 | 100 |
RAW pictures | ||
Minimum boosted ISO | - | 50 |
Autofocusing | ||
Focus manually | ||
Autofocus touch | ||
Autofocus continuous | ||
Single autofocus | ||
Tracking autofocus | ||
Autofocus selectice | ||
Autofocus center weighted | ||
Multi area autofocus | ||
Live view autofocus | ||
Face detection autofocus | ||
Contract detection autofocus | ||
Phase detection autofocus | ||
Total focus points | 45 | 759 |
Cross type focus points | 45 | - |
Lens | ||
Lens mount type | Canon EF/EF-S | Sony E |
Available lenses | 326 | 199 |
Focal length multiplier | 1.6 | 1.5 |
Screen | ||
Screen type | Fully Articulated | Fully articulated |
Screen size | 3 inches | 3.00 inches |
Screen resolution | 1,040k dot | 1,040k dot |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch functionality | ||
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder type | Optical (pentaprism) | Electronic |
Viewfinder resolution | - | 2,359k dot |
Viewfinder coverage | 100 percent | 100 percent |
Viewfinder magnification | 0.6x | 0.71x |
Features | ||
Lowest shutter speed | 30 seconds | 30 seconds |
Highest shutter speed | 1/8000 seconds | 1/4000 seconds |
Highest silent shutter speed | 1/16000 seconds | 1/8000 seconds |
Continuous shooting speed | 11.0 frames/s | 11.0 frames/s |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Manual exposure | ||
Exposure compensation | Yes | Yes |
Set white balance | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Built-in flash | ||
Flash distance | 12.00 m (at ISO 100) | no built-in flash |
Flash modes | - | Flash off, Autoflash, Fill-flash, Rear Sync., Slow Sync., Red-eye reduction (On/Off selectable), Hi-speed sync, Wireless |
Hot shoe | ||
AE bracketing | ||
White balance bracketing | ||
Highest flash sync | 1/250 seconds | - |
Exposure | ||
Multisegment metering | ||
Average metering | ||
Spot metering | ||
Partial metering | ||
AF area metering | ||
Center weighted metering | ||
Video features | ||
Video resolutions | 3840 x 2160 @ 30p / 120 Mbps, MP4, H.264, AAC | 3840 x 2160 @ 120p / 280 Mbps, XAVC HS, MP4, H.265, Linear PCM |
Highest video resolution | 3840x2160 | 3840x2160 |
Video data format | MPEG-4, H.264 | MPEG-4, AVCHD, XAVC S |
Mic jack | ||
Headphone jack | ||
Connectivity | ||
Wireless | Built-In | Built-In |
Bluetooth | ||
NFC | ||
HDMI | ||
USB | Yes (With USB-PD compatible chargers) | USB 3.2 Gen 2 (10 GBit/sec) |
GPS | None | None |
Physical | ||
Environmental seal | ||
Water proofing | ||
Dust proofing | ||
Shock proofing | ||
Crush proofing | ||
Freeze proofing | ||
Weight | 701 gr (1.55 pounds) | 493 gr (1.09 pounds) |
Physical dimensions | 141 x 105 x 77mm (5.6" x 4.1" x 3.0") | 122 x 69 x 75mm (4.8" x 2.7" x 3.0") |
DXO scores | ||
DXO All around rating | not tested | not tested |
DXO Color Depth rating | not tested | not tested |
DXO Dynamic range rating | not tested | not tested |
DXO Low light rating | not tested | not tested |
Other | ||
Battery life | 1300 photos | 570 photos |
Battery form | Battery Pack | Battery Pack |
Battery ID | LP-E6N | NP-FZ1000 |
Self timer | Yes (2 or 10 secs) | Yes |
Time lapse feature | ||
Type of storage | SD/SDHC/SDXC card (UHS-II supported) | SD/SDHC/SDXC + Memory Stick Pro Duo |
Storage slots | One | One |
Launch price | $1,199 | $1,399 |