Sony A290 vs Sony A57
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Sony A290 vs Sony A57 Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 14MP - APS-C Sensor
- 2.7" Fixed Screen
- ISO 100 - 3200
- Sensor based Image Stabilization
- No Video
- Sony/Minolta Alpha Mount
- 549g - 128 x 97 x 86mm
- Introduced June 2010
- Previous Model is Sony A230
(Full Review)
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Here, we are evaluating the Sony A290 vs Sony A57, both Entry-Level DSLR digital cameras and both are created by Sony. The resolution of the A290 (14MP) and the A57 (16MP) is fairly well matched and both cameras provide the identical sensor dimensions (APS-C).
Meta to Introduce 'AI-Generated' Labels for Media starting next monthThe A290 was revealed 3 years earlier than the A57 and that is quite a big gap as far as technology is concerned. Each of the cameras feature the same body design (Compact SLR).
Before diving into a in depth comparison, here is a quick overview of how the A290 scores vs the A57 when it comes to portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.
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Below is a sample of the gallery pictures for Sony Alpha DSLR-A290 and Sony SLT-A57. The full galleries are viewable at Sony A290 Gallery and Sony A57 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Sony A290 over the Sony A57
| A290 | A57 |
|---|
Reasons to pick Sony A57 over the Sony A290
| A57 | A290 | |||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Revealed | September 2012 |  | June 2010 | More recent by 27 months |
| Display type | Fully Articulated |  | Fixed | Fully Articulating display |
| Display size | 3" |  | 2.7" | Larger display (+0.3") |
| Display resolution | 921k |  | 230k | Clearer display (+691k dot) |
| Selfie screen |  | Take selfies |
Common features in the Sony A290 and Sony A57
| A290 | A57 | |||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Manual focus |  | Very exact focus | ||
| Touch display |  | Neither includes Touch display |
Sony A290 vs Sony A57 Physical Comparison
If you are intending to lug around your camera often, you should factor in its weight and size. The Sony A290 features outer 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) and the Sony A57 has specifications of 132mm x 98mm x 81mm (5.2" x 3.9" x 3.2") and a weight of 618 grams (1.36 lbs).
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Keep in mind, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ dependant on the lens you choose at the time. Underneath is a front view measurement comparison of the A290 against the A57.
Factoring in dimensions and weight, the portability score of the A290 and A57 is 66 and 64 respectively.
Sony A290 vs Sony A57 Sensor Comparison
Normally, it is difficult to see the contrast between sensor measurements only by checking technical specs. The visual below may provide you a clearer sense of the sensor measurements in the A290 and A57.
As you have seen, both of the cameras come with the identical sensor size but not the same megapixels. You should anticipate the Sony A57 to resolve greater detail because of its extra 2 Megapixels. Greater resolution will enable you to crop images a good deal more aggressively. The older A290 is going to be disadvantaged in sensor tech.
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Sony A290 vs Sony A57 Specifications
| Sony Alpha DSLR-A290 | Sony SLT-A57 | |
|---|---|---|
| General Information | ||
| Brand | Sony | Sony |
| Model | Sony Alpha DSLR-A290 | Sony SLT-A57 |
| Type | Entry-Level DSLR | Entry-Level DSLR |
| Introduced | 2010-06-09 | 2012-09-13 |
| Physical type | Compact SLR | Compact SLR |
| Sensor Information | ||
| Processor | Bionz | - |
| Sensor type | CCD | CMOS |
| Sensor size | APS-C | APS-C |
| Sensor dimensions | 23.5 x 15.7mm | 23.5 x 15.6mm |
| Sensor surface area | 369.0mm² | 366.6mm² |
| Sensor resolution | 14 megapixel | 16 megapixel |
| Anti aliasing filter | ||
| Aspect ratio | 3:2 and 16:9 | 3:2 and 16:9 |
| Highest resolution | 4592 x 3056 | 4912 x 3264 |
| Highest native ISO | 3200 | 16000 |
| Highest boosted ISO | - | 25600 |
| Min native ISO | 100 | 100 |
| RAW pictures | ||
| Autofocusing | ||
| Focus manually | ||
| AF touch | ||
| AF continuous | ||
| Single AF | ||
| AF tracking | ||
| AF selectice | ||
| Center weighted AF | ||
| Multi area AF | ||
| Live view AF | ||
| Face detection focusing | ||
| Contract detection focusing | ||
| Phase detection focusing | ||
| Number of focus points | 9 | 15 |
| Cross focus points | - | 3 |
| Lens | ||
| Lens mount | Sony/Minolta Alpha | Sony/Minolta Alpha |
| Available lenses | 143 | 143 |
| Focal length multiplier | 1.5 | 1.5 |
| Screen | ||
| Type of screen | Fixed Type | Fully Articulated |
| Screen diagonal | 2.7 inches | 3 inches |
| Resolution of screen | 230 thousand dots | 921 thousand dots |
| Selfie friendly | ||
| Liveview | ||
| Touch function | ||
| Screen technology | - | Xtra Fine TFT drive with TruBlack technology |
| Viewfinder Information | ||
| Viewfinder | Optical (pentamirror) | Electronic |
| Viewfinder resolution | - | 1,440 thousand dots |
| Viewfinder coverage | 95% | 100% |
| Viewfinder magnification | 0.55x | 0.7x |
| Features | ||
| Slowest shutter speed | 30 seconds | 30 seconds |
| Maximum shutter speed | 1/4000 seconds | 1/4000 seconds |
| Continuous shooting rate | 3.0 frames per second | 12.0 frames per second |
| Shutter priority | ||
| Aperture priority | ||
| Expose Manually | ||
| Exposure compensation | Yes | Yes |
| Change WB | ||
| Image stabilization | ||
| Integrated flash | ||
| Flash range | 10.00 m (at ISO 100) | 10.00 m (@ ISO 100) |
| Flash modes | 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 | ||
| AE bracketing | ||
| WB bracketing | ||
| Maximum flash synchronize | 1/160 seconds | 1/160 seconds |
| Exposure | ||
| Multisegment exposure | ||
| Average exposure | ||
| Spot exposure | ||
| Partial exposure | ||
| AF area exposure | ||
| Center weighted exposure | ||
| Video features | ||
| Supported video resolutions | - | 1920 x 1080 (60p, 24p), 1440 x 1080 (30p), 640 x 480 (30 fps) |
| Highest video resolution | None | 1920x1080 |
| Video data format | - | MPEG-4, AVCHD, H.264 |
| Mic support | ||
| Headphone support | ||
| 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 | ||
| Environmental sealing | ||
| Water proof | ||
| Dust proof | ||
| Shock proof | ||
| Crush proof | ||
| Freeze proof | ||
| Weight | 549 grams (1.21 lb) | 618 grams (1.36 lb) |
| Physical dimensions | 128 x 97 x 86mm (5.0" x 3.8" x 3.4") | 132 x 98 x 81mm (5.2" x 3.9" x 3.2") |
| DXO scores | ||
| DXO All around score | 66 | 75 |
| DXO Color Depth score | 22.6 | 23.4 |
| DXO Dynamic range score | 11.5 | 13.0 |
| DXO Low light score | 615 | 785 |
| Other | ||
| Battery life | 290 photographs | 550 photographs |
| Battery style | Battery Pack | Battery Pack |
| Battery model | NP-FH50 | NP-FM500H |
| Self timer | Yes (2 or 10 sec) | Yes (2 or 10 sec) |
| Time lapse feature | ||
| Storage type | Memory Stick Pro Duo/ Pro-HG Duo, SD/SDHC | SD/SDHC/SDXC/Memory Stick Pro Duo/ Pro-HG Duo |
| Card slots | Single | Single |
| Cost at launch | $600 | $1,000 |