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Canon T8i vs Sony A390

Portability
67
Imaging
70
Features
88
Overall
77
Canon EOS Rebel T8i front
 
Sony Alpha DSLR-A390 front
Portability
66
Imaging
54
Features
54
Overall
54

Canon T8i vs Sony A390 Key Specs

Canon T8i
(Full Review)
  • 24MP - APS-C Sensor
  • 3" Fully Articulated Screen
  • ISO 100 - 25600 (Expand to 51200)
  • 3840 x 2160 video
  • Canon EF/EF-S Mount
  • 515g - 131 x 103 x 76mm
  • Announced February 2020
  • Alternate Name is EOS 850D / EOS Kiss X10i Specs
  • Older Model is Canon T7i
Sony A390
(Full Review)
  • 14MP - APS-C Sensor
  • 2.7" Tilting Screen
  • ISO 100 - 3200
  • Sensor based Image Stabilization
  • No Video
  • Sony/Minolta Alpha Mount
  • 549g - 128 x 97 x 86mm
  • Launched July 2010
  • Earlier Model is Sony A380
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Canon T8i vs Sony A390 Overview

Its time to look a bit more closely at the Canon T8i and Sony A390, both Entry-Level DSLR digital cameras by competitors Canon and Sony. There is a sizable difference between the image resolutions of the T8i (24MP) and A390 (14MP) but both cameras offer the same sensor size (APS-C).

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The T8i was unveiled 9 years later than the A390 and that is quite a significant difference as far as tech is concerned. Both of the cameras have the same body design (Compact SLR).

Before we go into a in-depth comparison, here is a brief summation of how the T8i matches up vs the A390 in regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.

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Reasons to pick Canon T8i over the Sony A390

 T8i A390 
LaunchedFebruary 2020July 2010More recent by 117 months
Screen typeFully ArticulatedTiltingFully Articulating screen
Screen dimensions3"2.7"Bigger screen (+0.3")
Screen resolution1040k230kCrisper screen (+810k dot)
Selfie screen Take selfies
Touch screen Quickly navigate

Reasons to pick Sony A390 over the Canon T8i

 A390 T8i 

Common features in the Canon T8i and Sony A390

 T8i A390 
Manually focus Dial exact focus

Canon T8i vs Sony A390 Physical Comparison

If you are aiming to lug around your camera, you will have to take into account its weight and size. The Canon T8i enjoys outside dimensions of 131mm x 103mm x 76mm (5.2" x 4.1" x 3.0") accompanied by a weight of 515 grams (1.14 lbs) whilst the Sony A390 has specifications of 128mm x 97mm x 86mm (5.0" x 3.8" x 3.4") accompanied by a weight of 549 grams (1.21 lbs).

Check the Canon T8i and Sony A390 in our brand new Camera & Lens Size Comparison Tool. Camera Size Comparison with Lenses

Keep in mind, the weight of an ILC will differ based on the lens you choose during that time. Below is a front view measurements comparison of the T8i and the A390.

Canon T8i vs Sony A390 size comparison

Looking at size and weight, the portability rating of the T8i and A390 is 67 and 66 respectively.

Canon T8i vs Sony A390 top view buttons comparison

Canon T8i vs Sony A390 Sensor Comparison

Usually, it is difficult to visualise the gap between sensor measurements only by reading technical specs. The photograph below will offer you a clearer sense of the sensor sizes in the T8i and A390.

As you can tell, both of these cameras have the same sensor dimensions albeit not the same resolution. You can expect the Canon T8i to deliver greater detail having an extra 10MP. Higher resolution can also allow you to crop shots a bit more aggressively. The fresher T8i is going to have a benefit with regard to sensor technology.

Canon T8i vs Sony A390 sensor size comparison

Canon T8i vs Sony A390 Screen and ViewFinder

Canon T8i vs Sony A390 Screen and Viewfinder comparison
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Photography Type Scores

Portrait Comparison

Canon T8i Portrait photography information
Sony A390 Portrait photography information
82
manual focus
MP count decent (24MP)
sensor size is good (APS-C)
provides face detect focusing
saves RAW files
72
you can focus manually
decent MP (14 megapixels)
good sensor size (APS-C)
features face detect autofocus
saves RAW formats
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Street Comparison

Canon T8i as a Street photography camera
Sony A390 as a Street photography camera
73
fully articulated screen
sensor size is good (APS-C)
saves RAW files
includes focus by touch
great ISO range (25,600)
does not have image stabilization
76
has a tilting screen
has image stabilization (Sensor based)
good sensor size (APS-C)
saves RAW formats
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Sports Comparison

Canon T8i as a Sports photography camera
Sony A390 as a Sports photography camera
76
MP count decent (24 megapixels)
sensor size is good (APS-C)
provides tracking focus
great battery (800 per charge)
has phase detect AF
does not have image stabilization
60
has image stabilization (Sensor based)
decent MP (14MP)
good sensor size (APS-C)
supports phase detect autofocus
low frames per second (3.0 frames per second)
bad battery (230 shots)
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Travel Comparison

Canon T8i Travel photography highlights
Sony A390 Travel photography highlights
80
great battery (800 per charge)
supports bluetooth
includes focus by touch
MP count decent (24MP)
has built in flash
selfie friendly screen
53
decent MP (14 megapixels)
has built in flash
no Time Lapse function
bad battery (230 shots)
screen is not selfie friendly
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Landscape Comparison

Canon T8i Landscape photography features
Sony A390 Landscape photography features
79
manual focus
swap lenses (Canon EF/EF-S mount)
nice screen size (3 inch)
MP count decent (24MP)
sensor size is good (APS-C)
great ISO range (25,600)
saves RAW files
great battery (800 shots)
does not have image stabilization
61
you can focus manually
change lenses (Sony/Minolta Alpha mount)
has image stabilization (Sensor based)
decent MP (14MP)
good sensor size (APS-C)
saves RAW formats
screen is small (2.7 inches)
bad battery (230 CIPA)
no Time Lapse function
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Vlogging Comparison

Canon T8i Vlogging info
Sony A390 Vlogging info
74
selfie friendly screen
touchscreen capability
provides face detect focusing
video res high (3840 x 2160 resolution)
has microphone support
does not have image stabilization
9
no video shooting
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Canon T8i vs Sony A390 Specifications

Detailed spec comparison table for Canon T8i and Sony A390
 Canon EOS Rebel T8iSony Alpha DSLR-A390
General Information
Brand Name Canon Sony
Model type Canon EOS Rebel T8i Sony Alpha DSLR-A390
Also called as EOS 850D / EOS Kiss X10i Specs -
Category Entry-Level DSLR Entry-Level DSLR
Announced 2020-02-12 2010-07-28
Physical type Compact SLR Compact SLR
Sensor Information
Processor DIGIC 8 Bionz
Sensor type CMOS CCD
Sensor size APS-C APS-C
Sensor dimensions 22.3 x 14.9mm 23.5 x 15.7mm
Sensor area 332.3mm² 369.0mm²
Sensor resolution 24MP 14MP
Anti alias 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 data
Autofocusing
Manual focusing
Autofocus touch
Autofocus continuous
Single autofocus
Autofocus tracking
Autofocus selectice
Autofocus center weighted
Multi area autofocus
Live view autofocus
Face detection focus
Contract detection focus
Phase detection focus
Total focus points 45 9
Lens
Lens support 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 diagonal 3 inch 2.7 inch
Screen resolution 1,040k dots 230k dots
Selfie friendly
Liveview
Touch display
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 rate 7.5 frames per sec 3.0 frames per sec
Shutter priority
Aperture priority
Expose Manually
Exposure compensation Yes Yes
Change white balance
Image stabilization
Integrated flash
Flash distance 4.00 m (with Auto ISO) 10.00 m (at ISO 100)
Flash modes - Auto, On, Off, Red-Eye, Slow Sync, Rear Curtain, Wireless
Hot shoe
Auto exposure bracketing
WB bracketing
Maximum flash synchronize - 1/160 secs
Exposure
Multisegment exposure
Average exposure
Spot exposure
Partial exposure
AF area exposure
Center weighted exposure
Video features
Supported 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 format MPEG-4, H.264 -
Mic port
Headphone port
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
Environmental sealing
Water proofing
Dust proofing
Shock proofing
Crush proofing
Freeze proofing
Weight 515g (1.14 lbs) 549g (1.21 lbs)
Physical dimensions 131 x 103 x 76mm (5.2" x 4.1" x 3.0") 128 x 97 x 86mm (5.0" x 3.8" x 3.4")
DXO scores
DXO All around rating not tested 66
DXO Color Depth rating not tested 22.5
DXO Dynamic range rating not tested 11.5
DXO Low light rating not tested 607
Other
Battery life 800 images 230 images
Battery type Battery Pack Battery Pack
Battery ID - NP-FH50
Self timer Yes (2 or 10 sec) Yes (2 or 10 sec)
Time lapse shooting
Storage type SD/SDHC/SDXC (UHS-I compatible) SD/ SDHC, Memory Stick Pro Duo
Card slots One One
Launch cost $750 $500