Sony A290 vs Sony A33
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Sony A290 vs Sony A33 Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 14MP - APS-C Sensor
- 2.7" Fixed Display
- ISO 100 - 3200
- Sensor based Image Stabilization
- No Video
- Sony/Minolta Alpha Mount
- 549g - 128 x 97 x 86mm
- Revealed June 2010
- Previous Model is Sony A230
(Full Review)
- 14MP - APS-C Sensor
- 3" Fully Articulated Screen
- ISO 100 - 12800 (Bump to 25600)
- Sensor based Image Stabilization
- 1920 x 1080 video
- Sony/Minolta Alpha Mount
- 500g - 124 x 92 x 85mm
- Launched August 2010
- Renewed by Sony A35
Sony A290 vs Sony A33 Overview
Below, we will be comparing the Sony A290 versus Sony A33, both Entry-Level DSLR digital cameras and they are both created by Sony. The resolution of the A290 (14MP) and the A33 (14MP) is pretty similar and they use the exact same sensor sizing (APS-C).
Snapchat Adds Watermarks to AI-Created ImagesThe A290 was brought out 2 months earlier than the A33 so they are of a similar age. Each of these cameras come with the identical body type (Compact SLR).
Before delving straight into a comprehensive comparison, below is a short summary of how the A290 scores against the A33 in relation to portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.
Sony A290 vs Sony A33 Gallery
Following is a preview of the gallery images for Sony Alpha DSLR-A290 & Sony SLT-A33. The entire galleries are viewable at Sony A290 Gallery & Sony A33 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Sony A290 over the Sony A33
A290 | A33 |
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Reasons to pick Sony A33 over the Sony A290
A33 | A290 | |||
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Screen type | Fully Articulated | Fixed | Fully Articulating screen | |
Screen dimension | 3" | 2.7" | Bigger screen (+0.3") | |
Screen resolution | 921k | 230k | Clearer screen (+691k dot) | |
Selfie screen | Easy selfies |
Common features in the Sony A290 and Sony A33
A290 | A33 | |||
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Launched | June 2010 | August 2010 | Similar age | |
Manual focus | More precise focusing | |||
Touch friendly screen | Neither has Touch friendly screen |
Sony A290 vs Sony A33 Physical Comparison
If you're aiming to travel with your camera frequently, you're going to have to take into account its weight and measurements. The Sony A290 has outside measurements of 128mm x 97mm x 86mm (5.0" x 3.8" x 3.4") and a weight of 549 grams (1.21 lbs) and the Sony A33 has proportions of 124mm x 92mm x 85mm (4.9" x 3.6" x 3.3") with a weight of 500 grams (1.10 lbs).
Compare the Sony A290 versus Sony A33 in our brand new Camera & Lens Size Comparison Tool.Take into account, the weight of an ILC will differ depending on the lens you have chosen during that time. Underneath is the front view scale comparison of the A290 and the A33.
Looking at dimensions and weight, the portability rating of the A290 and A33 is 66 and 67 respectively.
Sony A290 vs Sony A33 Sensor Comparison
Sometimes, it is very tough to see the gap between sensor dimensions just by going over a spec sheet. The image underneath should offer you a better sense of the sensor sizing in the A290 and A33.
Clearly, the 2 cameras posses the exact same sensor measurements and the identical megapixels so you can expect similar quality of files however you should really take the launch date of the products into consideration.
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Sony A290 vs Sony A33 Specifications
Sony Alpha DSLR-A290 | Sony SLT-A33 | |
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General Information | ||
Company | Sony | Sony |
Model | Sony Alpha DSLR-A290 | Sony SLT-A33 |
Class | Entry-Level DSLR | Entry-Level DSLR |
Revealed | 2010-06-09 | 2010-08-24 |
Physical type | Compact SLR | Compact SLR |
Sensor Information | ||
Processor Chip | Bionz | Bionz |
Sensor type | CCD | CMOS |
Sensor size | APS-C | APS-C |
Sensor measurements | 23.5 x 15.7mm | 23.5 x 15.6mm |
Sensor area | 369.0mm² | 366.6mm² |
Sensor resolution | 14 megapixels | 14 megapixels |
Anti aliasing filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 3:2 and 16:9 | 3:2 and 16:9 |
Max resolution | 4592 x 3056 | 4592 x 3056 |
Max native ISO | 3200 | 12800 |
Max enhanced ISO | - | 25600 |
Lowest native ISO | 100 | 100 |
RAW format | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Manual focus | ||
Touch focus | ||
Continuous autofocus | ||
Single autofocus | ||
Autofocus tracking | ||
Selective autofocus | ||
Center weighted autofocus | ||
Autofocus multi area | ||
Autofocus live view | ||
Face detect focus | ||
Contract detect focus | ||
Phase detect focus | ||
Number of focus points | 9 | 15 |
Cross focus points | - | 3 |
Lens | ||
Lens mount | Sony/Minolta Alpha | Sony/Minolta Alpha |
Total lenses | 143 | 143 |
Crop factor | 1.5 | 1.5 |
Screen | ||
Display type | Fixed Type | Fully Articulated |
Display diagonal | 2.7 inch | 3 inch |
Resolution of display | 230k dots | 921k dots |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch display | ||
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder | Optical (pentamirror) | Electronic |
Viewfinder resolution | - | 1,150k dots |
Viewfinder coverage | 95 percent | 100 percent |
Viewfinder magnification | 0.55x | 0.73x |
Features | ||
Minimum shutter speed | 30s | 30s |
Fastest shutter speed | 1/4000s | 1/4000s |
Continuous shutter rate | 3.0fps | 7.0fps |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Manually set exposure | ||
Exposure compensation | Yes | Yes |
Change white balance | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Inbuilt flash | ||
Flash range | 10.00 m (at ISO 100) | 10.00 m (@ ISO 100) |
Flash options | Auto, On, Off, Red-Eye, Slow Sync, High Speed Sync, Rear Curtain, Fill-in, Wireless | Auto, On, Off, Red-Eye, Slow Sync, High Speed Sync, Rear Curtain, Fill-in, Wireless |
Hot shoe | ||
Auto exposure bracketing | ||
White balance bracketing | ||
Fastest flash synchronize | 1/160s | 1/160s |
Exposure | ||
Multisegment metering | ||
Average metering | ||
Spot metering | ||
Partial metering | ||
AF area metering | ||
Center weighted metering | ||
Video features | ||
Video resolutions | - | 1920 x 1080 (60, 29.97 fps), 1440 x 1080 (30fps), 640 x 424 (29.97 fps) |
Max video resolution | None | 1920x1080 |
Video format | - | MPEG-4, AVCHD, H.264 |
Microphone port | ||
Headphone port | ||
Connectivity | ||
Wireless | None | Eye-Fi Connected |
Bluetooth | ||
NFC | ||
HDMI | ||
USB | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) |
GPS | None | None |
Physical | ||
Environment sealing | ||
Water proof | ||
Dust proof | ||
Shock proof | ||
Crush proof | ||
Freeze proof | ||
Weight | 549g (1.21 lbs) | 500g (1.10 lbs) |
Dimensions | 128 x 97 x 86mm (5.0" x 3.8" x 3.4") | 124 x 92 x 85mm (4.9" x 3.6" x 3.3") |
DXO scores | ||
DXO Overall score | 66 | 70 |
DXO Color Depth score | 22.6 | 22.8 |
DXO Dynamic range score | 11.5 | 12.6 |
DXO Low light score | 615 | 591 |
Other | ||
Battery life | 290 photos | 340 photos |
Battery type | Battery Pack | Battery Pack |
Battery model | NP-FH50 | NP-FW50 |
Self timer | Yes (2 or 10 sec) | Yes (2 or 10 sec) |
Time lapse feature | ||
Type of storage | Memory Stick Pro Duo/ Pro-HG Duo, SD/SDHC | SD/SDHC/SDXC/Memory Stick Pro Duo/ Pro-HG Duo |
Card slots | 1 | 1 |
Retail price | $600 | $230 |