Sony A100 vs Sony A450

On this page, we will be looking at the Sony A100 vs Sony A450, both Entry-Level DSLR digital cameras and both of them are offered by Sony. There exists a sizeable gap between the image resolutions of the A100 (10MP) and A450 (14MP) but both cameras provide the same sensor sizing (APS-C).

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The A100 was revealed 4 years prior to the A450 which is quite a large gap as far as technology is concerned. Both of these cameras have the same body design (Compact SLR).

Before we go straight to a detailed comparison, here is a quick view of how the A100 grades against the A450 in relation to portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

Here is a preview of the gallery photos for Sony Alpha DSLR-A100 and Sony Alpha DSLR-A450. The full galleries are provided at Sony A100 Gallery and Sony A450 Gallery.

For anyone who is looking to travel with your camera, you have to factor its weight and size. The Sony A100 has got outside dimensions of 133mm x 95mm x 71mm (5.2" x 3.7" x 2.8") having a weight of 638 grams (1.41 lbs) and the Sony A450 has specifications of 137mm x 104mm x 81mm (5.4" x 4.1" x 3.2") along with a weight of 560 grams (1.23 lbs).

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Don't forget, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change based on the lens you choose during that time. The following is a front view measurement comparison of the A100 versus the A450.

Considering dimensions and weight, the portability score of the A100 and A450 is 64 and 65 respectively.

More often than not, it's hard to imagine the gap between sensor dimensions merely by reading through technical specs. The pic below may offer you a more clear sense of the sensor dimensions in the A100 and A450.

As you have seen, both of the cameras provide the same sensor dimensions albeit different resolution. You should count on the Sony A450 to resolve extra detail because of its extra 4 Megapixels. Higher resolution will allow you to crop pictures more aggressively. The more aged A100 is going to be behind in sensor technology.