Canon SL3 vs Sony A33
Portability
71 Imaging
69 Features
84 Overall
75
71 Imaging
69 Features
84 Overall
75
Portability
67 Imaging
54 Features
80 Overall
64
67 Imaging
54 Features
80 Overall
64
Canon SL3 vs Sony A33 Key Specs
Canon SL3
(Full Review)
(Full Review)
- 24MP - APS-C Sensor
- 3" Fully Articulated Display
- ISO 100 - 25600 (Push to 51200)
- 3840 x 2160 video
- Canon EF/EF-S Mount
- 449g - 122 x 93 x 70mm
- Launched April 2019
- Additionally referred to as EOS 250D / EOS Kiss X10
- Replaced the Canon SL2
Sony A33
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(Full Review)
- 14MP - APS-C Sensor
- 3" Fully Articulated Screen
- ISO 100 - 12800 (Expand to 25600)
- Sensor based Image Stabilization
- 1920 x 1080 video
- Sony/Minolta Alpha Mount
- 500g - 124 x 92 x 85mm
- Launched August 2010
- Updated by Sony A35
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On this page, we will be contrasting the Canon SL3 versus Sony A33, both Entry-Level DSLR digital cameras by rivals Canon and Sony. There is a sizeable difference between the sensor resolutions of the SL3 (24MP) and A33 (14MP) but both cameras boast the same sensor sizing (APS-C).
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Before delving into a complete comparison, here is a simple highlight of how the SL3 grades versus the A33 with regard to portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.
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Reasons to pick Canon SL3 over the Sony A33
| SL3 | A33 | |||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Launched | April 2019 |  | August 2010 | More recent by 106 months |
| Screen resolution | 1040k |  | 921k | Crisper screen (+119k dot) |
| Touch screen |  | Quickly navigate |
Reasons to pick Sony A33 over the Canon SL3
| A33 | SL3 |
|---|
Common features in the Canon SL3 and Sony A33
| SL3 | A33 | |||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Manually focus |  | Dial exact focus | ||
| Screen type | Fully Articulated |  | Fully Articulated | Fully Articulated screen |
| Screen dimensions | 3" |  | 3" | Equal screen measurement |
| Selfie screen |  | Both good for selfies |
Canon SL3 vs Sony A33 Physical Comparison
If you're planning to lug around your camera, you'll need to consider its weight and volume. The Canon SL3 comes with physical measurements of 122mm x 93mm x 70mm (4.8" x 3.7" x 2.8") with a weight of 449 grams (0.99 lbs) whilst the Sony A33 has sizing of 124mm x 92mm x 85mm (4.9" x 3.6" x 3.3") and a weight of 500 grams (1.10 lbs).
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Always remember, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ depending on the lens you are using at the time. The following is a front view dimension comparison of the SL3 vs the A33.
Considering size and weight, the portability score of the SL3 and A33 is 71 and 67 respectively.
Canon SL3 vs Sony A33 Sensor Comparison
In many cases, it can be tough to imagine the difference between sensor measurements simply by reviewing technical specs. The graphic here may offer you a much better sense of the sensor sizing in the SL3 and A33.
As you have seen, the 2 cameras provide the same sensor dimensions albeit different MP. You should expect the Canon SL3 to deliver more detail with its extra 10MP. Higher resolution will help you crop shots more aggressively. The more recent SL3 should have an edge when it comes to sensor innovation.
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Portrait Comparison
Canon SL3 Portrait photography factors
Sony A33 Portrait photography factors
focusing manually
good megapixels (24MP)
nice sensor size (APS-C)
includes face detect focusing
delivers RAW formats
focusing manually
good resolution (14MP)
nice sensor size (APS-C)
supports face detection focus
exports RAW files
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Canon SL3 as a Street photography camera
Sony A33 as a Street photography camera
fully articulated screen
nice sensor size (APS-C)
delivers RAW formats
comes with touch to focus
above average high ISO (25,600)
lack of image stabilization
screen articulates
image stabilization (Sensor based)
nice sensor size (APS-C)
exports RAW files
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Sony A33 Sports photography details
good megapixels (24 megapixels)
nice sensor size (APS-C)
includes tracking focus
great battery life (1,070 CIPA)
comes with phase detect AF
max fps low (5.0 frames per second)
lack of image stabilization
image stabilization (Sensor based)
good resolution (14MP)
nice sensor size (APS-C)
supports phase detect auto focus
not so great battery power (340 CIPA)
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Canon SL3 as a Travel photography camera
Sony A33 as a Travel photography camera
great battery life (1,070 per charge)
has bluetooth
comes with touch to focus
good megapixels (24MP)
flash built-in
selfie friendly screen
good resolution (14 megapixels)
has built in flash
display is selfie friendly
doesn't have Time Lapse function
not so great battery power (340 per charge)
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Canon SL3 Landscape photography details
Sony A33 Landscape photography details
focusing manually
interchangeable lenses (Canon EF/EF-S mount)
good sized screen (3 inch)
good megapixels (24MP)
nice sensor size (APS-C)
above average high ISO (25,600)
delivers RAW formats
great battery life (1,070 per charge)
lack of image stabilization
focusing manually
switch lenses (Sony/Minolta Alpha mount)
pretty good screen size (3")
image stabilization (Sensor based)
good resolution (14MP)
nice sensor size (APS-C)
exports RAW files
not so great battery power (340 CIPA)
doesn't have Time Lapse function
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Sony A33 Vlogging info
selfie friendly screen
touchscreen capability
includes face detect focusing
video resolution high (3840 x 2160 pixels)
does have microphone socket
lack of image stabilization
display is selfie friendly
image stabilization (Sensor based)
supports face detection focus
high res video (1920 x 1080 resolution)
comes with external mic support
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Canon SL3 vs Sony A33 Specifications
| Canon EOS Rebel SL3 | Sony SLT-A33 | |
|---|---|---|
| General Information | ||
| Company | Canon | Sony |
| Model | Canon EOS Rebel SL3 | Sony SLT-A33 |
| Also referred to as | EOS 250D / EOS Kiss X10 | - |
| Class | Entry-Level DSLR | Entry-Level DSLR |
| Launched | 2019-04-10 | 2010-08-24 |
| Physical type | Compact SLR | Compact SLR |
| Sensor Information | ||
| Chip | DIGIC 8 | Bionz |
| Sensor type | CMOS | CMOS |
| Sensor size | APS-C | APS-C |
| Sensor dimensions | 22.3 x 14.9mm | 23.5 x 15.6mm |
| Sensor surface area | 332.3mm² | 366.6mm² |
| Sensor resolution | 24 megapixel | 14 megapixel |
| Anti aliasing filter | ||
| Aspect ratio | 1:1, 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 | 3:2 and 16:9 |
| Highest resolution | 6000 x 4000 | 4592 x 3056 |
| Highest native ISO | 25600 | 12800 |
| Highest boosted ISO | 51200 | 25600 |
| Minimum native ISO | 100 | 100 |
| RAW data | ||
| Autofocusing | ||
| Focus manually | ||
| Autofocus touch | ||
| Autofocus continuous | ||
| Single autofocus | ||
| Tracking autofocus | ||
| Autofocus selectice | ||
| Autofocus center weighted | ||
| Multi area autofocus | ||
| Live view autofocus | ||
| Face detect autofocus | ||
| Contract detect autofocus | ||
| Phase detect autofocus | ||
| Number of focus points | 9 | 15 |
| Cross focus points | 1 | 3 |
| Lens | ||
| Lens mount | Canon EF/EF-S | Sony/Minolta Alpha |
| Amount of lenses | 326 | 143 |
| Focal length multiplier | 1.6 | 1.5 |
| Screen | ||
| Type of display | Fully Articulated | Fully Articulated |
| Display sizing | 3 inch | 3 inch |
| Display resolution | 1,040k dots | 921k dots |
| Selfie friendly | ||
| Liveview | ||
| Touch screen | ||
| Viewfinder Information | ||
| Viewfinder | Optical (pentamirror) | Electronic |
| Viewfinder resolution | - | 1,150k dots |
| Viewfinder coverage | 95 percent | 100 percent |
| Viewfinder magnification | 0.54x | 0.73x |
| Features | ||
| Lowest shutter speed | 30 secs | 30 secs |
| Highest shutter speed | 1/4000 secs | 1/4000 secs |
| Continuous shooting rate | 5.0 frames per sec | 7.0 frames per sec |
| Shutter priority | ||
| Aperture priority | ||
| Expose Manually | ||
| Exposure compensation | Yes | Yes |
| Change white balance | ||
| Image stabilization | ||
| Integrated flash | ||
| Flash range | - | 10.00 m (@ ISO 100) |
| Flash modes | - | Auto, On, Off, Red-Eye, Slow Sync, High Speed Sync, Rear Curtain, Fill-in, Wireless |
| External flash | ||
| AEB | ||
| WB bracketing | ||
| Highest flash synchronize | - | 1/160 secs |
| Exposure | ||
| Multisegment metering | ||
| Average metering | ||
| Spot metering | ||
| Partial metering | ||
| AF area metering | ||
| Center weighted metering | ||
| Video features | ||
| Supported video resolutions | 3840 x 2160 @ 25p / 120 Mbps, MP4, H.264, AAC | 1920 x 1080 (60, 29.97 fps), 1440 x 1080 (30fps), 640 x 424 (29.97 fps) |
| Highest video resolution | 3840x2160 | 1920x1080 |
| Video file format | MPEG-4, H.264 | MPEG-4, AVCHD, H.264 |
| Mic support | ||
| Headphone support | ||
| 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 | 449 gr (0.99 pounds) | 500 gr (1.10 pounds) |
| Physical dimensions | 122 x 93 x 70mm (4.8" x 3.7" x 2.8") | 124 x 92 x 85mm (4.9" x 3.6" x 3.3") |
| DXO scores | ||
| DXO All around score | not tested | 70 |
| DXO Color Depth score | not tested | 22.8 |
| DXO Dynamic range score | not tested | 12.6 |
| DXO Low light score | not tested | 591 |
| Other | ||
| Battery life | 1070 photos | 340 photos |
| Battery style | Battery Pack | Battery Pack |
| Battery model | LP-E17 | NP-FW50 |
| Self timer | Yes (2 or 10 secs) | Yes (2 or 10 sec) |
| Time lapse recording | ||
| Storage type | SD/SDHC/SDXC (UHS-I compatible) | SD/SDHC/SDXC/Memory Stick Pro Duo/ Pro-HG Duo |
| Card slots | Single | Single |
| Retail cost | $599 | $230 |