Canon T7i vs Sony A230

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).

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The 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.

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.

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).

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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.

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.