Canon D30 vs Sony A900
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![Canon EOS D30 front Canon EOS D30 front](https://pxlmag.com/db/images/cameras/w300/fronton/Canon-EOS-D30-ek-fs.jpg)
![Sony Alpha DSLR-A900 front Sony Alpha DSLR-A900 front](https://pxlmag.com/db/images/cameras/gallery/medium/Sony-Alpha-DSLR-A900/Sony-A900-front.jpg)
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Canon D30 vs Sony A900 Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 3MP - APS-C Sensor
- 1.8" Fixed Screen
- ISO 100 - 1600
- No Video
- Canon EF Mount
- 855g - 150 x 107 x 75mm
- Launched October 2000
(Full Review)
- 25MP - Full frame Sensor
- 3" Fixed Screen
- ISO 100 - 6400
- Sensor based Image Stabilization
- 1/8000s Max Shutter
- No Video
- Sony/Minolta Alpha Mount
- 895g - 156 x 117 x 82mm
- Released October 2008
- Replacement is Sony A99
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Canon D30 vs Sony A900 Overview
Below is a thorough assessment of the Canon D30 and Sony A900, both Advanced DSLR digital cameras by rivals Canon and Sony. There exists a significant gap between the image resolutions of the D30 (3MP) and A900 (25MP) and the D30 (APS-C) and A900 (Full frame) provide totally different sensor size.
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The D30 was revealed 9 years before the A900 and that is quite a sizable gap as far as technology is concerned. The two cameras have the same body design (Mid-size SLR).
Before delving straight to a more detailed comparison, here is a simple summation of how the D30 scores against the A900 with regard to portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.
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Canon D30 vs Sony A900 Gallery
This is a preview of the gallery photos for Canon EOS D30 and Sony Alpha DSLR-A900. The full galleries are viewable at Canon D30 Gallery and Sony A900 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Canon D30 over the Sony A900
D30 | A900 |
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Reasons to pick Sony A900 over the Canon D30
A900 | D30 | |||
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Released | October 2008 | ![]() | October 2000 | More recent by 97 months |
Screen dimensions | 3" | ![]() | 1.8" | Bigger screen (+1.2") |
Screen resolution | 922k | ![]() | 120k | Sharper screen (+802k dot) |
Common features in the Canon D30 and Sony A900
D30 | A900 | |||
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Focus manually | ![]() | Very accurate focus | ||
Screen type | Fixed | ![]() | Fixed | Fixed screen |
Selfie screen | ![]() | Lacking selfie screen | ||
Touch friendly screen | ![]() | Neither features Touch friendly screen |
Canon D30 vs Sony A900 Physical Comparison
For those who are planning to lug around your camera, you will have to consider its weight and measurements. The Canon D30 enjoys exterior dimensions of 150mm x 107mm x 75mm (5.9" x 4.2" x 3.0") accompanied by a weight of 855 grams (1.88 lbs) while the Sony A900 has proportions of 156mm x 117mm x 82mm (6.1" x 4.6" x 3.2") and a weight of 895 grams (1.97 lbs).
See the Canon D30 and Sony A900 in the new Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.![Camera Size Comparison with Lenses Camera Size Comparison with Lenses](https://pxlmag.com/db/assets/camera-size-comparison-animation.gif)
Don't forget, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ dependant on the lens you are utilising at the time. The following is a front view sizing comparison of the D30 and the A900.
![Canon D30 vs Sony A900 size comparison Canon D30 vs Sony A900 size comparison](https://pxlmag.com/db/images/camera-compare/Canon-EOS-D30-vs-Sony-Alpha-DSLR-A900-size-comparison.jpg)
Looking at dimensions and weight, the portability grade of the D30 and A900 is 57 and 54 respectively.
![Canon D30 vs Sony A900 top view buttons comparison Canon D30 vs Sony A900 top view buttons comparison](https://pxlmag.com/db/images/camera-compare/Canon-EOS-D30-vs-Sony-Alpha-DSLR-A900-top-view-buttons-comparison.jpg)
Canon D30 vs Sony A900 Sensor Comparison
Quite often, it is hard to visualise the gap between sensor measurements merely by looking at specs. The visual underneath should give you a greater sense of the sensor sizes in the D30 and A900.
All in all, both of the cameras provide different megapixels and different sensor measurements. The D30 having a tinier sensor will make shooting bokeh more difficult and the Sony A900 will give you greater detail because of its extra 22 Megapixels. Higher resolution can also enable you to crop shots more aggressively. The older D30 is going to be behind with regard to sensor technology.
![Canon D30 vs Sony A900 sensor size comparison Canon D30 vs Sony A900 sensor size comparison](https://pxlmag.com/db/images/sensor-compare/Canon-EOS-D30-vs-Sony-Alpha-DSLR-A900-sensor-size-comparison.png)
Canon D30 vs Sony A900 Screen and ViewFinder
![Canon D30 vs Sony A900 Screen and Viewfinder comparison Canon D30 vs Sony A900 Screen and Viewfinder comparison](https://pxlmag.com/db/images/camera-compare/Canon-EOS-D30-vs-Sony-Alpha-DSLR-A900-screen-back-comparison.jpg)
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Photography Type Scores
Portrait Comparison
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Street Comparison
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Sports Comparison
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Travel Comparison
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Landscape Comparison
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Vlogging Comparison
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Canon D30 vs Sony A900 Specifications
Canon EOS D30 | Sony Alpha DSLR-A900 | |
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General Information | ||
Make | Canon | Sony |
Model | Canon EOS D30 | Sony Alpha DSLR-A900 |
Type | Advanced DSLR | Advanced DSLR |
Launched | 2000-10-10 | 2008-10-22 |
Body design | Mid-size SLR | Mid-size SLR |
Sensor Information | ||
Powered by | - | Bionz |
Sensor type | CMOS | CMOS |
Sensor size | APS-C | Full frame |
Sensor dimensions | 22.7 x 15.1mm | 35.9 x 24mm |
Sensor surface area | 342.8mm² | 861.6mm² |
Sensor resolution | 3 megapixels | 25 megapixels |
Anti aliasing filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 3:2 | 3:2 and 16:9 |
Maximum resolution | 2160 x 1440 | 6048 x 4032 |
Maximum native ISO | 1600 | 6400 |
Lowest native ISO | 100 | 100 |
RAW pictures | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Focus manually | ||
Touch focus | ||
Autofocus continuous | ||
Single autofocus | ||
Tracking autofocus | ||
Autofocus selectice | ||
Center weighted autofocus | ||
Multi area autofocus | ||
Live view autofocus | ||
Face detection focus | ||
Contract detection focus | ||
Phase detection focus | ||
Number of focus points | 3 | 9 |
Lens | ||
Lens mounting type | Canon EF | Sony/Minolta Alpha |
Number of lenses | 250 | 143 |
Crop factor | 1.6 | 1 |
Screen | ||
Range of screen | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Screen size | 1.8 inch | 3 inch |
Resolution of screen | 120 thousand dot | 922 thousand dot |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch display | ||
Screen technology | - | TFT Xtra Fine color LCD |
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder | Optical (pentaprism) | Optical (pentaprism) |
Viewfinder coverage | 95% | 100% |
Viewfinder magnification | 0.55x | 0.74x |
Features | ||
Slowest shutter speed | 30 seconds | 30 seconds |
Maximum shutter speed | 1/4000 seconds | 1/8000 seconds |
Continuous shooting speed | 3.0 frames per sec | 5.0 frames per sec |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Manual exposure | ||
Exposure compensation | Yes | Yes |
Set white balance | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Inbuilt flash | ||
Flash range | 12.00 m (ISO 100) | no built-in flash |
Flash options | Auto, On, Red-eye reduction, Off | Auto, On, Off, Red-Eye, Slow Sync, Rear Curtain, Fill-in, Wireless |
External flash | ||
Auto exposure bracketing | ||
WB bracketing | ||
Maximum flash sync | 1/200 seconds | 1/250 seconds |
Exposure | ||
Multisegment metering | ||
Average metering | ||
Spot metering | ||
Partial metering | ||
AF area metering | ||
Center weighted metering | ||
Video features | ||
Maximum video resolution | None | None |
Mic jack | ||
Headphone jack | ||
Connectivity | ||
Wireless | None | None |
Bluetooth | ||
NFC | ||
HDMI | ||
USB | USB 1.0 (1.5 Mbit/sec) | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) |
GPS | None | None |
Physical | ||
Environment seal | ||
Water proof | ||
Dust proof | ||
Shock proof | ||
Crush proof | ||
Freeze proof | ||
Weight | 855g (1.88 lbs) | 895g (1.97 lbs) |
Physical dimensions | 150 x 107 x 75mm (5.9" x 4.2" x 3.0") | 156 x 117 x 82mm (6.1" x 4.6" x 3.2") |
DXO scores | ||
DXO All around score | not tested | 79 |
DXO Color Depth score | not tested | 23.7 |
DXO Dynamic range score | not tested | 12.3 |
DXO Low light score | not tested | 1431 |
Other | ||
Battery life | - | 880 photographs |
Battery form | - | Battery Pack |
Battery model | - | NP-FM500H |
Self timer | Yes (10 sec) | Yes (2 or 10 sec) |
Time lapse feature | ||
Storage media | Compact Flash (Type I or II) | Compact Flash (Type I or II), Memory Stick Duo / Pro Duo, UDMA Mode 5, Supports FAT12 / FAT16 / FAT32 |
Storage slots | One | Dual |
Launch pricing | $3,500 | $2,736 |