Canon T7i vs Sony A560
67 Imaging
67 Features
84 Overall
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64 Imaging
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78 Overall
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Canon T7i vs Sony A560 Key Specs
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- 14MP - APS-C Sensor
- 3" Tilting Display
- ISO 100 - 12800 (Push to 25600)
- Sensor based Image Stabilization
- 1920 x 1080 video
- Sony/Minolta Alpha Mount
- 599g - 137 x 104 x 84mm
- Released August 2010
- Old Model is Sony A500

Canon T7i vs Sony A560 Overview
Here, we are contrasting the Canon T7i vs Sony A560, both Entry-Level DSLR cameras by companies Canon and Sony. There exists a crucial gap among the sensor resolutions of the T7i (24MP) and A560 (14MP) but both cameras provide the identical sensor sizing (APS-C).

The T7i was introduced 6 years after the A560 which is a fairly serious gap as far as camera technology is concerned. Each of these cameras feature different body design with the Canon T7i being a Mid-size SLR camera and the Sony A560 being a Compact SLR camera.
Before getting into a in-depth comparison, here is a quick overview of how the T7i grades vs the A560 in relation to portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

Canon T7i vs Sony A560 Gallery
Here is a sample of the gallery pictures for Canon EOS Rebel T7i and Sony Alpha DSLR-A560. The whole galleries are available at Canon T7i Gallery and Sony A560 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Canon T7i over the Sony A560
T7i | A560 | |||
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Released | February 2017 | ![]() | August 2010 | More modern by 79 months |
Display type | Fully Articulated | ![]() | Tilting | Fully Articulating display |
Display resolution | 1040k | ![]() | 922k | Crisper display (+118k dot) |
Selfie screen | ![]() | Take selfies | ||
Touch display | ![]() | Easily navigate |
Reasons to pick Sony A560 over the Canon T7i
A560 | T7i |
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Common features in the Canon T7i and Sony A560
T7i | A560 | |||
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Focus manually | ![]() | Very precise focus | ||
Display size | 3" | ![]() | 3" | Same display measurement |
Canon T7i vs Sony A560 Physical Comparison
In case you're planning to carry around your camera often, you need to think about its weight and dimensions. The Canon T7i provides physical dimensions of 131mm x 100mm x 76mm (5.2" x 3.9" x 3.0") accompanied by a weight of 532 grams (1.17 lbs) and the Sony A560 has dimensions of 137mm x 104mm x 84mm (5.4" x 4.1" x 3.3") along with a weight of 599 grams (1.32 lbs).
Analyze the Canon T7i vs Sony A560 in the all new Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.
Do not forget, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary based on the lens you are employing at that time. Following is a front view proportions comparison of the T7i against the A560.

Taking into account dimensions and weight, the portability score of the T7i and A560 is 67 and 64 respectively.

Canon T7i vs Sony A560 Sensor Comparison
Normally, it can be difficult to envision the contrast in sensor sizes purely by going through technical specs. The image underneath will help provide you a much better sense of the sensor sizes in the T7i and A560.
As you can tell, both of the cameras come with the identical sensor size but not the same MP. You should anticipate the Canon T7i to provide extra detail using its extra 10MP. Greater resolution will allow you to crop images a good deal more aggressively. The fresher T7i is going to have an edge with regard to sensor tech.

Canon T7i vs Sony A560 Screen and ViewFinder


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Canon T7i vs Sony A560 Specifications
Canon EOS Rebel T7i | Sony Alpha DSLR-A560 | |
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General Information | ||
Make | Canon | Sony |
Model type | Canon EOS Rebel T7i | Sony Alpha DSLR-A560 |
Also referred to as | EOS 800D / Kiss X9i | - |
Category | Entry-Level DSLR | Entry-Level DSLR |
Launched | 2017-02-15 | 2010-08-24 |
Physical type | Mid-size SLR | Compact SLR |
Sensor Information | ||
Processor | DIGIC 7 | 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 alias filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 1:1, 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 | 3:2 and 16:9 |
Full resolution | 6000 x 4000 | 4592 x 3056 |
Max native ISO | 25600 | 12800 |
Max boosted ISO | 51200 | 25600 |
Lowest native ISO | 100 | 100 |
RAW format | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Manual focusing | ||
Autofocus touch | ||
Continuous autofocus | ||
Autofocus single | ||
Tracking autofocus | ||
Autofocus selectice | ||
Center weighted autofocus | ||
Autofocus multi area | ||
Live view autofocus | ||
Face detection focus | ||
Contract detection focus | ||
Phase detection focus | ||
Total focus points | 45 | 15 |
Cross type focus points | - | 3 |
Lens | ||
Lens mount type | Canon EF/EF-S | Sony/Minolta Alpha |
Available lenses | 326 | 143 |
Focal length multiplier | 1.6 | 1.5 |
Screen | ||
Type of screen | Fully Articulated | Tilting |
Screen size | 3" | 3" |
Screen resolution | 1,040 thousand dots | 922 thousand dots |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch capability | ||
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder type | Optical (pentamirror) | Optical (pentamirror) |
Viewfinder coverage | 95% | 95% |
Viewfinder magnification | 0.51x | 0.53x |
Features | ||
Lowest shutter speed | 30 seconds | 30 seconds |
Highest shutter speed | 1/4000 seconds | 1/4000 seconds |
Continuous shooting rate | 6.0 frames per second | 5.0 frames per second |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Expose Manually | ||
Exposure compensation | Yes | Yes |
Custom white balance | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Inbuilt flash | ||
Flash distance | 12.00 m (at ISO 100) | 12.00 m |
Flash modes | - | Auto, On, Off, Red-Eye, Slow Sync, High Speed Sync, Rear Curtain, Fill-in, Wireless |
Hot shoe | ||
AE bracketing | ||
WB bracketing | ||
Highest flash synchronize | 1/200 seconds | 1/160 seconds |
Exposure | ||
Multisegment metering | ||
Average metering | ||
Spot metering | ||
Partial metering | ||
AF area metering | ||
Center weighted metering | ||
Video features | ||
Supported video resolutions | 1920 x 1080 @ 60p / 60 Mbps, MOV, H.264, Linear PCM | 1920 x 1080 (60, 29.97 fps), 1440 x 1080 (30fps), 640 x 424 (29.97 fps) |
Max video resolution | 1920x1080 | 1920x1080 |
Video 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 | Optional | None |
Physical | ||
Environmental sealing | ||
Water proofing | ||
Dust proofing | ||
Shock proofing | ||
Crush proofing | ||
Freeze proofing | ||
Weight | 532g (1.17 lbs) | 599g (1.32 lbs) |
Physical dimensions | 131 x 100 x 76mm (5.2" x 3.9" x 3.0") | 137 x 104 x 84mm (5.4" x 4.1" x 3.3") |
DXO scores | ||
DXO All around rating | not tested | 70 |
DXO Color Depth rating | not tested | 22.5 |
DXO Dynamic range rating | not tested | 12.3 |
DXO Low light rating | not tested | 817 |
Other | ||
Battery life | 600 shots | 1050 shots |
Style of battery | Battery Pack | Battery Pack |
Battery ID | - | NP-FM500H |
Self timer | Yes (2 or 10 sec) | Yes (2 or 10 sec) |
Time lapse feature | ||
Storage type | SD/SDHC/SDXC (UHS-I compatible) | SD/SDHC/SDXC/Memory Stick Pro Duo/ Pro-HG Duo |
Card slots | 1 | 2 |
Price at launch | $749 | $650 |