Canon SL2 vs Sony A350

Here, we are evaluating the Canon SL2 versus Sony A350, both Entry-Level DSLR cameras by manufacturers Canon and Sony. There exists a big gap among the image resolutions of the SL2 (24MP) and A350 (14MP) but both cameras have the identical sensor dimensions (APS-C).

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The SL2 was introduced 9 years later than the A350 and that is a fairly big gap as far as camera technology is concerned. Each of the cameras feature the same body design (Compact SLR).

Before diving right into a detailed comparison, here is a simple synopsis of how the SL2 matches up vs the A350 in relation to portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

This is a sample of the gallery pics for Canon EOS Rebel SL2 and Sony Alpha DSLR-A350. The whole galleries are viewable at Canon SL2 Gallery and Sony A350 Gallery.

For anybody who is going to carry your camera frequently, you will need to consider its weight and measurements. The Canon SL2 provides outer dimensions of 122mm x 93mm x 70mm (4.8" x 3.7" x 2.8") and a weight of 453 grams (1.00 lbs) and the Sony A350 has proportions of 131mm x 99mm x 75mm (5.2" x 3.9" x 3.0") accompanied by a weight of 674 grams (1.49 lbs).

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Do not forget, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change based on the lens you choose at that time. The following is a front view overall size comparison of the SL2 compared to the A350.

Factoring in dimensions and weight, the portability rating of the SL2 and A350 is 71 and 62 respectively.

Quite often, it can be tough to visualize the difference in sensor sizing merely by looking through technical specs. The graphic below may provide you a greater sense of the sensor dimensions in the SL2 and A350.

As you can tell, both of the cameras come with the identical sensor size but different MP. You should expect to see the Canon SL2 to result in more detail using its extra 10MP. Greater resolution can also make it easier to crop pics a good deal more aggressively. The more recent SL2 should have an advantage with regard to sensor innovation.