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Canon T8i vs Sony A350

Portability
67
Imaging
70
Features
88
Overall
77
Canon EOS Rebel T8i front
 
Sony Alpha DSLR-A350 front
Portability
62
Imaging
53
Features
47
Overall
50

Canon T8i vs Sony A350 Key Specs

Canon T8i
(Full Review)
  • 24MP - APS-C Sensor
  • 3" Fully Articulated Screen
  • ISO 100 - 25600 (Push to 51200)
  • 3840 x 2160 video
  • Canon EF/EF-S Mount
  • 515g - 131 x 103 x 76mm
  • Launched February 2020
  • Alternate Name is EOS 850D / EOS Kiss X10i Specs
  • Replaced the Canon T7i
Sony A350
(Full Review)
  • 14MP - APS-C Sensor
  • 2.7" Tilting Display
  • ISO 100 - 3200
  • Sensor based Image Stabilization
  • No Video
  • Sony/Minolta Alpha Mount
  • 674g - 131 x 99 x 75mm
  • Revealed June 2008
  • Successor is Sony A380
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Canon T8i vs Sony A350 Overview

On this page, we are contrasting the Canon T8i and Sony A350, both Entry-Level DSLR digital cameras by brands Canon and Sony. There exists a huge gap between the resolutions of the T8i (24MP) and A350 (14MP) but both cameras have the same sensor size (APS-C).

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The T8i was introduced 11 years after the A350 which is quite a significant gap as far as technology is concerned. Both of these cameras have the same body design (Compact SLR).

Before going straight to a step-by-step comparison, here is a concise introduction of how the T8i grades against the A350 in the way of portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

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Reasons to pick Canon T8i over the Sony A350

 T8i A350 
RevealedFebruary 2020June 2008More modern by 143 months
Display typeFully ArticulatedTiltingFully Articulating display
Display dimensions3"2.7"Larger display (+0.3")
Display resolution1040k230kSharper display (+810k dot)
Selfie screen Take selfies
Touch friendly display Easily navigate

Reasons to pick Sony A350 over the Canon T8i

 A350 T8i 

Common features in the Canon T8i and Sony A350

 T8i A350 
Focus manually Very accurate focus

Canon T8i vs Sony A350 Physical Comparison

For those who are looking to carry around your camera frequently, you'll need to factor in its weight and measurements. The Canon T8i has got exterior measurements of 131mm x 103mm x 76mm (5.2" x 4.1" x 3.0") along with a weight of 515 grams (1.14 lbs) and the Sony A350 has proportions of 131mm x 99mm x 75mm (5.2" x 3.9" x 3.0") and a weight of 674 grams (1.49 lbs).

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Take into consideration, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change dependant on the lens you are utilising at the time. Here is a front view over all size comparison of the T8i against the A350.

Canon T8i vs Sony A350 size comparison

Taking into consideration dimensions and weight, the portability score of the T8i and A350 is 67 and 62 respectively.

Canon T8i vs Sony A350 top view buttons comparison

Canon T8i vs Sony A350 Sensor Comparison

Sometimes, it can be hard to picture the contrast between sensor sizes only by going over a spec sheet. The picture underneath may provide you a better sense of the sensor measurements in the T8i and A350.

Clearly, each of these cameras provide the same sensor dimensions but different MP. You should anticipate the Canon T8i to deliver extra detail using its extra 10MP. Greater resolution can also make it easier to crop pics more aggressively. The fresher T8i provides a benefit in sensor technology.

Canon T8i vs Sony A350 sensor size comparison

Canon T8i vs Sony A350 Screen and ViewFinder

Canon T8i vs Sony A350 Screen and Viewfinder comparison
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Photography Type Scores

Portrait Comparison

Canon T8i Portrait photography info
Sony A350 Portrait photography info
82
has manual focus
megapixel count good (24MP)
sensor size is nice (APS-C)
provides face detection autofocus
saves RAW files
71
you can focus manually
decent sensor resolution (14MP)
decent sensor size (APS-C)
saves RAW files
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Street Comparison

Street photography with Canon T8i
Street photography with Sony A350
73
screen articulates
sensor size is nice (APS-C)
saves RAW files
features focus by touch
very good high ISO (25,600)
lack of image stabilization
66
screen tilts up and down
has image stabilization (Sensor based)
decent sensor size (APS-C)
saves RAW files
more heavy than competitors in class (674g)
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Sports Comparison

Sports photography with Canon T8i
Sports photography with Sony A350
76
megapixel count good (24 megapixels)
sensor size is nice (APS-C)
provides tracking autofocus
better than average battery (800 CIPA)
supports phase detect autofocus
lack of image stabilization
66
has image stabilization (Sensor based)
decent sensor resolution (14 megapixels)
decent sensor size (APS-C)
has phase detect autofocus
max fps low (3.0 frames/s)
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Travel Comparison

Travel photography with Canon T8i
Travel photography with Sony A350
80
better than average battery (800 CIPA)
supports bluetooth
features focus by touch
megapixel count good (24MP)
flash built-in
selfie friendly display
51
decent sensor resolution (14MP)
has built in flash
lack of Timelapse function
more heavy than competitors in class (674 grams)
screen isn't selfie friendly
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Landscape Comparison

Canon T8i Landscape photography information
Sony A350 Landscape photography information
79
has manual focus
switch lenses (Canon EF/EF-S mount)
screen size is good (3")
megapixel count good (24 megapixels)
sensor size is nice (APS-C)
very good high ISO (25,600)
saves RAW files
better than average battery (800 CIPA)
lack of image stabilization
64
you can focus manually
change lenses (Sony/Minolta Alpha mount)
has image stabilization (Sensor based)
decent sensor resolution (14 megapixels)
decent sensor size (APS-C)
saves RAW files
small screen (2.7")
lack of Timelapse function
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Vlogging Comparison

Vlogging with Canon T8i
Vlogging with Sony A350
74
selfie friendly display
screen is touchscreen
provides face detection autofocus
high quality video (3840 x 2160 pixels)
comes with external mic port
lack of image stabilization
9
no video
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Canon T8i vs Sony A350 Specifications

Detailed spec comparison table for Canon T8i and Sony A350
 Canon EOS Rebel T8iSony Alpha DSLR-A350
General Information
Brand Canon Sony
Model Canon EOS Rebel T8i Sony Alpha DSLR-A350
Also Known as EOS 850D / EOS Kiss X10i Specs -
Type Entry-Level DSLR Entry-Level DSLR
Launched 2020-02-12 2008-06-06
Body design Compact SLR Compact SLR
Sensor Information
Processor Chip DIGIC 8 -
Sensor type CMOS CCD
Sensor size APS-C APS-C
Sensor measurements 22.3 x 14.9mm 23.6 x 15.8mm
Sensor surface area 332.3mm² 372.9mm²
Sensor resolution 24 megapixels 14 megapixels
Anti aliasing filter
Aspect ratio 1:1, 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 3:2 and 16:9
Maximum resolution 6000 x 4000 4592 x 3056
Maximum native ISO 25600 3200
Maximum boosted ISO 51200 -
Lowest native ISO 100 100
RAW files
Autofocusing
Focus manually
Touch to focus
AF continuous
Single AF
Tracking AF
AF selectice
Center weighted AF
Multi area AF
Live view AF
Face detection AF
Contract detection AF
Phase detection AF
Number of focus points 45 9
Lens
Lens mounting type Canon EF/EF-S Sony/Minolta Alpha
Total lenses 326 143
Crop factor 1.6 1.5
Screen
Screen type Fully Articulated Tilting
Screen size 3 inches 2.7 inches
Screen resolution 1,040k dot 230k dot
Selfie friendly
Liveview
Touch function
Viewfinder Information
Viewfinder type Optical (pentamirror) Optical (pentamirror)
Viewfinder coverage 95 percent 95 percent
Viewfinder magnification 0.51x 0.49x
Features
Slowest shutter speed 30 secs 30 secs
Maximum shutter speed 1/4000 secs 1/4000 secs
Continuous shooting speed 7.5 frames per second 3.0 frames per second
Shutter priority
Aperture priority
Expose Manually
Exposure compensation Yes Yes
Custom WB
Image stabilization
Inbuilt flash
Flash range 4.00 m (with Auto ISO) 12.00 m (at ISO 100)
Flash modes - Auto, Red-Eye, Slow, Red-Eye Slow, Rear curtain, wireless
External flash
AEB
WB bracketing
Exposure
Multisegment
Average
Spot
Partial
AF area
Center weighted
Video features
Video resolutions 3840 x 2160 @ 25p / 120 Mbps, MP4, H.264, AAC3840 x 2160 @ 23.98p / 120 Mbps, MP4, H.264, AAC1920 x 1080 @ 60p / 60 Mbps, MP4, H.264, AAC1920 x 1080 @ 50p / 60 Mbps, MP4, H.264, AAC1920 x 1080 @ 30p / 30 Mbps, MP4, H.264, AAC1920 x 1080 @ 25p / 30 Mbps, MP4, H.264, AAC1920 x 1080 @ 23.98p / 30 Mbps, MP4, H.264, AAC -
Maximum video resolution 3840x2160 None
Video file format MPEG-4, H.264 -
Microphone input
Headphone input
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 515g (1.14 pounds) 674g (1.49 pounds)
Physical dimensions 131 x 103 x 76mm (5.2" x 4.1" x 3.0") 131 x 99 x 75mm (5.2" x 3.9" x 3.0")
DXO scores
DXO All around score not tested 65
DXO Color Depth score not tested 22.6
DXO Dynamic range score not tested 11.5
DXO Low light score not tested 595
Other
Battery life 800 images -
Battery format Battery Pack -
Self timer Yes (2 or 10 sec) Yes (2 or 10 sec)
Time lapse shooting
Type of storage SD/SDHC/SDXC (UHS-I compatible) Compact Flash (Type I or II), Memory Stick Duo / Pro Duo, UDMA Mode 5, Supports FAT12 / FAT16 / FAT32
Storage slots 1 1
Launch pricing $750 $600