Sony A330 vs Sony A450

Below, we will be matching up the Sony A330 versus Sony A450, both Entry-Level DSLR digital cameras and both are offered by Sony. There is a crucial difference between the image resolutions of the A330 (10MP) and A450 (14MP) but they come with the exact same sensor dimensions (APS-C).

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The A330 was launched 7 months earlier than the A450 so they are both of a similar generation. Both of the cameras come with the identical body type (Compact SLR).

Before getting straight into a detailed comparison, below is a concise summary of how the A330 grades vs the A450 in regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

Following is a preview of the gallery images for Sony Alpha DSLR-A330 and Sony Alpha DSLR-A450. The complete galleries are viewable at Sony A330 Gallery and Sony A450 Gallery.

For anybody who is looking to carry your camera regularly, you'll need to factor in its weight and volume. The Sony A330 offers outside dimensions of 128mm x 97mm x 71mm (5.0" x 3.8" x 2.8") with a weight of 529 grams (1.17 lbs) and the Sony A450 has sizing of 137mm x 104mm x 81mm (5.4" x 4.1" x 3.2") along with a weight of 560 grams (1.23 lbs).

Look at the Sony A330 versus Sony A450 in the new Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Bear in mind, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change based on the lens you are using during that time. Below is the front view sizing comparison of the A330 and the A450.

Looking at size and weight, the portability rating of the A330 and A450 is 67 and 65 respectively.

Oftentimes, it is hard to picture the contrast between sensor sizing merely by reading a spec sheet. The visual here will help provide you a more clear sense of the sensor sizes in the A330 and A450.

Clearly, both cameras posses the exact same sensor measurements albeit different MP. You should expect the Sony A450 to offer you greater detail utilizing its extra 4MP. Higher resolution will also help you crop shots somewhat more aggressively. The older A330 is going to be behind in sensor technology.