Sony A330 vs Sony A390
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![Sony Alpha DSLR-A330 front Sony Alpha DSLR-A330 front](https://pxlmag.com/db/images/cameras/gallery/medium/Sony-Alpha-DSLR-A330/Sony-A330-front.jpg)
![Sony Alpha DSLR-A390 front Sony Alpha DSLR-A390 front](https://pxlmag.com/db/images/cameras/w300/fronton/Sony-Alpha-DSLR-A390.jpg)
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54 Features
54 Overall
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Sony A330 vs Sony A390 Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 10MP - APS-C Sensor
- 2.7" Tilting Screen
- ISO 100 - 3200
- Sensor based Image Stabilization
- No Video
- Sony/Minolta Alpha Mount
- 529g - 128 x 97 x 71mm
- Launched May 2009
- Older Model is Sony A300
(Full Review)
- 14MP - APS-C Sensor
- 2.7" Tilting Screen
- ISO 100 - 3200
- Sensor based Image Stabilization
- No Video
- Sony/Minolta Alpha Mount
- 549g - 128 x 97 x 86mm
- Released July 2010
- Previous Model is Sony A380
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Sony A330 vs Sony A390 Overview
On this page, we will be reviewing the Sony A330 vs Sony A390, both Entry-Level DSLR cameras and both are designed by Sony. There is a sizeable difference among the resolutions of the A330 (10MP) and A390 (14MP) but both cameras posses the same sensor size (APS-C).
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The A330 was announced 14 months earlier than the A390 which makes them a generation away from each other. Both cameras have the same body design (Compact SLR).
Before getting right into a comprehensive comparison, here is a simple synopsis of how the A330 scores vs the A390 with respect to portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.
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Sony A330 vs Sony A390 Gallery
The following is a preview of the gallery photos for Sony Alpha DSLR-A330 and Sony Alpha DSLR-A390. The whole galleries are viewable at Sony A330 Gallery and Sony A390 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Sony A330 over the Sony A390
A330 | A390 |
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Reasons to pick Sony A390 over the Sony A330
A390 | A330 | |||
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Released | July 2010 | ![]() | May 2009 | Newer by 14 months |
Common features in the Sony A330 and Sony A390
A330 | A390 | |||
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Manual focus | ![]() | Very precise focus | ||
Screen type | Tilting | ![]() | Tilting | Tilting screen |
Screen dimensions | 2.7" | ![]() | 2.7" | Equal screen size |
Screen resolution | 230k | ![]() | 230k | Exact same screen resolution |
Selfie screen | ![]() | Neither comes with selfie screen | ||
Touch screen | ![]() | Neither comes with Touch screen |
Sony A330 vs Sony A390 Physical Comparison
For anyone who is going to travel with your camera often, you'll need to factor in its weight and volume. The Sony A330 comes with physical dimensions of 128mm x 97mm x 71mm (5.0" x 3.8" x 2.8") having a weight of 529 grams (1.17 lbs) while the Sony A390 has sizing of 128mm x 97mm x 86mm (5.0" x 3.8" x 3.4") accompanied by a weight of 549 grams (1.21 lbs).
Analyze the Sony A330 vs Sony A390 in the all new Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.![Camera Size Comparison with Lenses Camera Size Comparison with Lenses](https://pxlmag.com/db/assets/camera-size-comparison-animation.gif)
Take into consideration, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary based on the lens you choose at that time. Underneath is a front view measurement comparison of the A330 and the A390.
![Sony A330 vs Sony A390 size comparison Sony A330 vs Sony A390 size comparison](https://pxlmag.com/db/images/camera-compare/Sony-Alpha-DSLR-A330-vs-Sony-Alpha-DSLR-A390-size-comparison.jpg)
Factoring in size and weight, the portability score of the A330 and A390 is 67 and 66 respectively.
![Sony A330 vs Sony A390 top view buttons comparison Sony A330 vs Sony A390 top view buttons comparison](https://pxlmag.com/db/images/camera-compare/Sony-Alpha-DSLR-A330-vs-Sony-Alpha-DSLR-A390-top-view-buttons-comparison.jpg)
Sony A330 vs Sony A390 Sensor Comparison
Usually, it is tough to visualise the difference in sensor dimensions only by checking out specifications. The picture here may offer you a better sense of the sensor dimensions in the A330 and A390.
Plainly, each of these cameras have the same sensor dimensions albeit not the same megapixels. You should count on the Sony A390 to show greater detail with its extra 4MP. Higher resolution will also let you crop photographs a bit more aggressively. The more aged A330 will be disadvantaged with regard to sensor tech.
![Sony A330 vs Sony A390 sensor size comparison Sony A330 vs Sony A390 sensor size comparison](https://pxlmag.com/db/images/sensor-compare/Sony-Alpha-DSLR-A330-vs-Sony-Alpha-DSLR-A390-sensor-size-comparison.png)
Sony A330 vs Sony A390 Screen and ViewFinder
![Sony A330 vs Sony A390 Screen and Viewfinder comparison Sony A330 vs Sony A390 Screen and Viewfinder comparison](https://pxlmag.com/db/images/camera-compare/Sony-Alpha-DSLR-A330-vs-Sony-Alpha-DSLR-A390-screen-back-comparison.jpg)
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Photography Type Scores
Portrait Comparison
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Street Comparison
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Sports Comparison
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Travel Comparison
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Landscape Comparison
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Vlogging Comparison
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Sony A330 vs Sony A390 Specifications
Sony Alpha DSLR-A330 | Sony Alpha DSLR-A390 | |
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General Information | ||
Brand Name | Sony | Sony |
Model type | Sony Alpha DSLR-A330 | Sony Alpha DSLR-A390 |
Class | Entry-Level DSLR | Entry-Level DSLR |
Launched | 2009-05-18 | 2010-07-28 |
Physical type | Compact SLR | Compact SLR |
Sensor Information | ||
Powered by | Bionz | Bionz |
Sensor type | CCD | CCD |
Sensor size | APS-C | APS-C |
Sensor measurements | 23.5 x 15.7mm | 23.5 x 15.7mm |
Sensor surface area | 369.0mm² | 369.0mm² |
Sensor resolution | 10 megapixel | 14 megapixel |
Anti alias filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 3:2 and 16:9 | 3:2 and 16:9 |
Max resolution | 3872 x 2592 | 4592 x 3056 |
Max native ISO | 3200 | 3200 |
Min native ISO | 100 | 100 |
RAW files | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Manual focusing | ||
Touch to focus | ||
AF continuous | ||
AF single | ||
AF tracking | ||
AF selectice | ||
Center weighted AF | ||
Multi area AF | ||
Live view AF | ||
Face detection AF | ||
Contract detection AF | ||
Phase detection AF | ||
Total focus points | 9 | 9 |
Lens | ||
Lens support | Sony/Minolta Alpha | Sony/Minolta Alpha |
Number of lenses | 143 | 143 |
Focal length multiplier | 1.5 | 1.5 |
Screen | ||
Screen type | Tilting | Tilting |
Screen diagonal | 2.7 inch | 2.7 inch |
Screen resolution | 230 thousand dots | 230 thousand dots |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch function | ||
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder type | Optical (pentamirror) | Optical (pentamirror) |
Viewfinder coverage | 95% | 95% |
Viewfinder magnification | 0.49x | 0.49x |
Features | ||
Min shutter speed | 30 secs | 30 secs |
Max shutter speed | 1/4000 secs | 1/4000 secs |
Continuous shutter rate | 3.0fps | 3.0fps |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Expose Manually | ||
Exposure compensation | Yes | Yes |
Custom WB | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Built-in flash | ||
Flash distance | 10.00 m | 10.00 m (at ISO 100) |
Flash options | Auto, On, Off, Red-Eye, Slow Sync, Rear Curtain, Wireless | Auto, On, Off, Red-Eye, Slow Sync, Rear Curtain, Wireless |
External flash | ||
AEB | ||
WB bracketing | ||
Max flash synchronize | 1/160 secs | 1/160 secs |
Exposure | ||
Multisegment metering | ||
Average metering | ||
Spot metering | ||
Partial metering | ||
AF area metering | ||
Center weighted metering | ||
Video features | ||
Max video resolution | None | None |
Microphone port | ||
Headphone port | ||
Connectivity | ||
Wireless | None | None |
Bluetooth | ||
NFC | ||
HDMI | ||
USB | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) |
GPS | None | None |
Physical | ||
Environmental sealing | ||
Water proofing | ||
Dust proofing | ||
Shock proofing | ||
Crush proofing | ||
Freeze proofing | ||
Weight | 529g (1.17 lb) | 549g (1.21 lb) |
Physical dimensions | 128 x 97 x 71mm (5.0" x 3.8" x 2.8") | 128 x 97 x 86mm (5.0" x 3.8" x 3.4") |
DXO scores | ||
DXO Overall rating | 64 | 66 |
DXO Color Depth rating | 22.4 | 22.5 |
DXO Dynamic range rating | 11.5 | 11.5 |
DXO Low light rating | 535 | 607 |
Other | ||
Battery life | 230 shots | 230 shots |
Battery type | Battery Pack | Battery Pack |
Battery ID | NP-FH50 | NP-FH50 |
Self timer | Yes (2 or 10 sec) | Yes (2 or 10 sec) |
Time lapse feature | ||
Storage type | SD/ SDHC, Memory Stick Pro Duo | SD/ SDHC, Memory Stick Pro Duo |
Card slots | One | One |
Launch pricing | $545 | $500 |