Sony A330 vs Sony a1

Here is a detailed comparison of the Sony A330 versus Sony a1, one being a Entry-Level DSLR and the other is a Pro Mirrorless and both are sold by Sony. There is a significant difference among the image resolutions of the A330 (10MP) and a1 (50MP) and the A330 (APS-C) and a1 (Full frame) feature different sensor sizing.

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The A330 was announced 12 years earlier than the a1 and that is a fairly sizable gap as far as camera tech is concerned. Each of the cameras come with different body type with the Sony A330 being a Compact SLR camera and the Sony a1 being a SLR-style mirrorless camera.

Before getting in to a thorough comparison, below is a simple overview of how the A330 grades against the a1 with regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

The following is a sample of the gallery pictures for Sony Alpha DSLR-A330 and Sony Alpha a1. The whole galleries are viewable at Sony A330 Gallery and Sony a1 Gallery.

When you are looking to carry your camera, you're going to have to take into account its weight and volume. The Sony A330 provides physical measurements of 128mm x 97mm x 71mm (5.0" x 3.8" x 2.8") along with a weight of 529 grams (1.17 lbs) and the Sony a1 has sizing of 129mm x 97mm x 70mm (5.1" x 3.8" x 2.8") and a weight of 737 grams (1.62 lbs).

Take a look at the Sony A330 versus Sony a1 in the all new Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Remember, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary based on the lens you select during that time. Below is the front view overall size comparison of the A330 versus the a1.

Considering size and weight, the portability grade of the A330 and a1 is 67 and 61 respectively.

Oftentimes, it's hard to imagine the contrast in sensor sizing purely by researching specs. The photograph underneath might give you a clearer sense of the sensor measurements in the A330 and a1.

All in all, both the cameras have got different megapixels and different sensor sizing. The A330 having a smaller sensor is going to make achieving bokeh tougher and the Sony a1 will render more detail with its extra 40 Megapixels. Greater resolution will also let you crop pics much more aggressively. The older A330 will be disadvantaged with regard to sensor technology.