Canon T7i vs Sony A230
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Canon T7i vs Sony A230 Key Specs
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Canon T7i vs Sony A230 Overview
Here, we will be matching up the Canon T7i versus Sony A230, both Entry-Level DSLR cameras by brands Canon and Sony. There is a noticeable difference among the sensor resolutions of the T7i (24MP) and A230 (10MP) but both cameras provide the identical sensor size (APS-C).
President Biden pushes bill mandating TikTok sale or banThe T7i was brought out 7 years later than the A230 and that is a fairly sizable difference as far as camera tech is concerned. Both cameras feature different body design with the Canon T7i being a Mid-size SLR camera and the Sony A230 being a Compact SLR camera.
Before we go straight to a thorough comparison, here is a quick overview of how the T7i grades vs the A230 when it comes to portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.
Canon T7i vs Sony A230 Gallery
The following is a preview of the gallery photos for Canon EOS Rebel T7i & Sony Alpha DSLR-A230. The entire galleries are provided at Canon T7i Gallery & Sony A230 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Canon T7i over the Sony A230
T7i | A230 | |||
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Released | February 2017 | May 2009 | Fresher by 95 months | |
Screen type | Fully Articulated | Fixed | Fully Articulating screen | |
Screen size | 3" | 2.7" | Bigger screen (+0.3") | |
Screen resolution | 1040k | 230k | Crisper screen (+810k dot) | |
Selfie screen | Take selfies | |||
Touch friendly screen | Quickly navigate |
Reasons to pick Sony A230 over the Canon T7i
A230 | T7i |
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Common features in the Canon T7i and Sony A230
T7i | A230 | |||
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Manually focus | Very precise focusing |
Canon T7i vs Sony A230 Physical Comparison
If you're going to carry your camera often, you're going to have to factor in its weight and measurements. The Canon T7i has outside measurements of 131mm x 100mm x 76mm (5.2" x 3.9" x 3.0") along with a weight of 532 grams (1.17 lbs) whilst the Sony A230 has proportions of 128mm x 97mm x 68mm (5.0" x 3.8" x 2.7") accompanied by a weight of 490 grams (1.08 lbs).
Analyze the Canon T7i versus Sony A230 in our completely new Camera plus Lens Size Comparison Tool.Always remember, the weight of an ILC will differ based on the lens you have at that moment. Below is a front view physical size comparison of the T7i vs the A230.
Using size and weight, the portability rating of the T7i and A230 is 67 and 69 respectively.
Canon T7i vs Sony A230 Sensor Comparison
In many cases, it is difficult to visualize the contrast in sensor sizing purely by checking out specs. The graphic below might provide you a stronger sense of the sensor measurements in the T7i and A230.
All in all, each of these cameras feature the identical sensor size albeit different megapixels. You can count on the Canon T7i to produce extra detail having its extra 14 Megapixels. Higher resolution will also enable you to crop photographs way more aggressively. The more modern T7i provides an edge with regard to sensor tech.
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Canon T7i vs Sony A230 Specifications
Canon EOS Rebel T7i | Sony Alpha DSLR-A230 | |
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General Information | ||
Brand | Canon | Sony |
Model | Canon EOS Rebel T7i | Sony Alpha DSLR-A230 |
Also Known as | EOS 800D / Kiss X9i | - |
Class | Entry-Level DSLR | Entry-Level DSLR |
Launched | 2017-02-15 | 2009-05-18 |
Body design | Mid-size SLR | Compact SLR |
Sensor Information | ||
Processor | DIGIC 7 | Bionz |
Sensor type | CMOS | CCD |
Sensor size | APS-C | APS-C |
Sensor measurements | 22.3 x 14.9mm | 23.5 x 15.7mm |
Sensor area | 332.3mm² | 369.0mm² |
Sensor resolution | 24 megapixels | 10 megapixels |
Anti aliasing filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 1:1, 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 | 3:2 and 16:9 |
Max resolution | 6000 x 4000 | 3872 x 2592 |
Max native ISO | 25600 | 3200 |
Max enhanced ISO | 51200 | - |
Lowest native ISO | 100 | 100 |
RAW format | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Manual focus | ||
AF touch | ||
AF continuous | ||
Single AF | ||
Tracking AF | ||
Selective AF | ||
AF center weighted | ||
Multi area AF | ||
AF live view | ||
Face detection focusing | ||
Contract detection focusing | ||
Phase detection focusing | ||
Number of focus points | 45 | 9 |
Lens | ||
Lens mounting type | Canon EF/EF-S | Sony/Minolta Alpha |
Available lenses | 326 | 143 |
Crop factor | 1.6 | 1.5 |
Screen | ||
Range of screen | Fully Articulated | Fixed Type |
Screen sizing | 3" | 2.7" |
Resolution of screen | 1,040k dot | 230k dot |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch friendly | ||
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder type | Optical (pentamirror) | Optical (pentamirror) |
Viewfinder coverage | 95 percent | 95 percent |
Viewfinder magnification | 0.51x | 0.55x |
Features | ||
Minimum shutter speed | 30 secs | 30 secs |
Fastest shutter speed | 1/4000 secs | 1/4000 secs |
Continuous shutter speed | 6.0fps | 3.0fps |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Manually set exposure | ||
Exposure compensation | Yes | Yes |
Set WB | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Built-in flash | ||
Flash range | 12.00 m (at ISO 100) | 10.00 m |
Flash options | - | Auto, On, Off, Red-Eye, Slow Sync, Rear Curtain, Wireless |
Hot shoe | ||
AEB | ||
WB bracketing | ||
Fastest flash sync | 1/200 secs | 1/160 secs |
Exposure | ||
Multisegment | ||
Average | ||
Spot | ||
Partial | ||
AF area | ||
Center weighted | ||
Video features | ||
Supported video resolutions | 1920 x 1080 @ 60p / 60 Mbps, MOV, H.264, Linear PCM | - |
Max video resolution | 1920x1080 | None |
Video file format | MPEG-4, H.264 | - |
Microphone jack | ||
Headphone jack | ||
Connectivity | ||
Wireless | Built-In | None |
Bluetooth | ||
NFC | ||
HDMI | ||
USB | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) |
GPS | Optional | None |
Physical | ||
Environment seal | ||
Water proof | ||
Dust proof | ||
Shock proof | ||
Crush proof | ||
Freeze proof | ||
Weight | 532 gr (1.17 pounds) | 490 gr (1.08 pounds) |
Physical dimensions | 131 x 100 x 76mm (5.2" x 3.9" x 3.0") | 128 x 97 x 68mm (5.0" x 3.8" x 2.7") |
DXO scores | ||
DXO Overall score | not tested | 63 |
DXO Color Depth score | not tested | 22.3 |
DXO Dynamic range score | not tested | 11.4 |
DXO Low light score | not tested | 531 |
Other | ||
Battery life | 600 shots | 230 shots |
Battery form | Battery Pack | Battery Pack |
Battery model | - | NP-FH50 |
Self timer | Yes (2 or 10 sec) | Yes (2 or 10 sec) |
Time lapse shooting | ||
Storage media | SD/SDHC/SDXC (UHS-I compatible) | SD/ SDHC, Memory Stick Pro Duo |
Storage slots | One | One |
Launch price | $749 | $569 |