Sony A290 vs Sony A380

On this page, we will be contrasting the Sony A290 versus Sony A380, both Entry-Level DSLR digital cameras and they are both manufactured by Sony. The resolution of the A290 (14MP) and the A380 (14MP) is relatively well matched and both cameras provide the same sensor sizing (APS-C).

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The A290 was announced 10 months after the A380 and they are of a similar generation. The two cameras have the same body design (Compact SLR).

Before going into a more detailed comparison, here is a brief summation of how the A290 scores vs the A380 when considering portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

Here is a preview of the gallery photos for Sony Alpha DSLR-A290 and Sony Alpha DSLR-A380. The whole galleries are viewable at Sony A290 Gallery and Sony A380 Gallery.

In case you're intending to carry around your camera regularly, you'll need to factor its weight and size. The Sony A290 offers outer dimensions of 128mm x 97mm x 86mm (5.0" x 3.8" x 3.4") and a weight of 549 grams (1.21 lbs) while the Sony A380 has specifications of 128mm x 97mm x 71mm (5.0" x 3.8" x 2.8") accompanied by a weight of 519 grams (1.14 lbs).

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Do not forget, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary based on the lens you are employing at that moment. Following is a front view dimension comparison of the A290 versus the A380.

Factoring in size and weight, the portability score of the A290 and A380 is 66 and 68 respectively.

In many cases, it's difficult to envision the difference between sensor sizes merely by reading through specifications. The image below may offer you a far better sense of the sensor dimensions in the A290 and A380.

Plainly, both of those cameras provide the same sensor dimensions and the same exact resolution and you should expect similar quality of images but you might want to take the release date of the products into consideration. The newer A290 is going to have a benefit with regard to sensor technology.