Canon A2100 IS vs Sony A300

Following is a extended review of the Canon A2100 IS versus Sony A300, one is a Small Sensor Compact and the latter is a Entry-Level DSLR by competitors Canon and Sony. The resolution of the A2100 IS (12MP) and the A300 (10MP) is pretty close but the A2100 IS (1/2.3") and A300 (APS-C) have totally different sensor measurements.

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The A2100 IS was launched 13 months after the A300 which makes them a generation away from one another. Both of the cameras have different body design with the Canon A2100 IS being a Compact camera and the Sony A300 being a Compact SLR camera.

Before delving into a in depth comparison, here is a simple summation of how the A2100 IS scores versus the A300 in the way of portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

Below is a preview of the gallery images for Canon PowerShot A2100 IS and Sony Alpha DSLR-A300. The complete galleries are available at Canon A2100 IS Gallery and Sony A300 Gallery.

If you're planning to carry around your camera regularly, you will have to factor in its weight and measurements. The Canon A2100 IS features exterior measurements of 102mm x 64mm x 32mm (4.0" x 2.5" x 1.3") with a weight of 185 grams (0.41 lbs) whilst the Sony A300 has proportions of 131mm x 99mm x 75mm (5.2" x 3.9" x 3.0") along with a weight of 632 grams (1.39 lbs).

Take a look at the Canon A2100 IS versus Sony A300 in the all new Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Don't forget, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ based on the lens you have at that moment. Underneath is a front view sizing comparison of the A2100 IS against the A300.

Considering dimensions and weight, the portability rating of the A2100 IS and A300 is 92 and 64 respectively.

More often than not, it can be tough to visualise the difference in sensor sizes simply by viewing technical specs. The image below might give you a clearer sense of the sensor measurements in the A2100 IS and A300.

As you have seen, both of the cameras have different resolutions and different sensor sizes. The A2100 IS featuring a smaller sensor will make getting shallower depth of field trickier and the Canon A2100 IS will result in extra detail utilizing its extra 2MP. Higher resolution will also help you crop pictures a bit more aggressively. The more modern A2100 IS will have an advantage in sensor tech.