Sony A290 vs Sony A450

On this page, we will be analyzing the Sony A290 versus Sony A450, both Entry-Level DSLR digital cameras and both of them are built by Sony. The image resolution of the A290 (14MP) and the A450 (14MP) is pretty well matched and both cameras posses the same sensor measurements (APS-C).

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The A290 was brought out 6 months later than the A450 which means that they are both of a similar age. Both the cameras have the same body design (Compact SLR).

Before going into a comprehensive comparison, here is a concise introduction of how the A290 grades against the A450 in the way of portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.

This is a preview of the gallery images for Sony Alpha DSLR-A290 & Sony Alpha DSLR-A450. The entire galleries are provided at Sony A290 Gallery & Sony A450 Gallery.

If you are looking to lug around your camera frequently, you will want to factor its weight and measurements. The Sony A290 has external measurements of 128mm x 97mm x 86mm (5.0" x 3.8" x 3.4") along with a weight of 549 grams (1.21 lbs) whilst the Sony A450 has proportions 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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Bear in mind, the weight of an ILC will differ depending on the lens you have chosen at the time. Following is a front view dimension comparison of the A290 and the A450.

Using size and weight, the portability score of the A290 and A450 is 66 and 65 respectively.

Oftentimes, it can be tough to envision the contrast between sensor measurements merely by checking specs. The visual here might offer you a clearer sense of the sensor measurements in the A290 and A450.

All in all, both of the cameras have the same sensor dimensions and the same exact resolution therefore you can expect similar quality of photographs however you really should take the age of the products into consideration.