Canon 1200D vs Sony A6000
The Canon EOS 1200D (called Canon T5 in some regions) and the Sony Alpha A6000 are two digital cameras that were revealed to the public in February 2014. The 1200D is a DSLR, while the A6000 is a mirrorless interchangeable lens camera. Both cameras are equipped with an APS-C sensor. The Canon has a resolution of 17.9 megapixels, whereas the Sony provides 24 MP. Read on to find out how these two cameras compare with respect to their body size, their sensors, their features, their input-output connections, and their reception by expert reviewers.
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Canon 1200D | Sony A6000 | |
Digital single lens reflex | Mirrorless system camera | |
Canon EF mount lenses | Sony E mount lenses | |
17.9 MP, APS-C Sensor | 24 MP, APS-C Sensor | |
1080/30p Video | 1080/60p Video | |
ISO 100-6400 (100-12800) | ISO 100-25600 (100-51200) | |
Optical viewfinder | Electronic viewfinder (1440k dots) | |
3.0" LCD, 460k dots | 3.0" LCD, 922k dots | |
Fixed screen (not touch-sensitive) | Tilting screen (not touch-sensitive) | |
3 shutter flaps per second | 11 shutter flaps per second | |
500 shots per battery charge | 360 shots per battery charge | |
130 x 100 x 78 mm, 480 g | 120 x 67 x 45 mm, 344 g |
Body comparison: Canon 1200D vs Sony A6000
The side-by-side display below illustrates the physical size and weight of the Canon 1200D and the Sony A6000. The two cameras are presented according to their relative size. Three consecutive perspectives from the front, the top, and the back are available. All size dimensions are rounded to the nearest millimeter.



If the front view area (width x height) of the cameras is taken as an aggregate measure of their size, the Sony A6000 is considerably smaller (38 percent) than the Canon 1200D. Moreover, the A6000 is markedly lighter (28 percent) than the 1200D. In this context, it is worth noting that neither the 1200D nor the A6000 are weather-sealed.
The above size and weight comparisons are to some extent incomplete since they do not consider the interchangeable lenses that both of these cameras require. Both cameras have similarly sized sensors, but DSLRs have a larger flange-to-focal plane distance than mirrorless cameras, which imposes contraints on the optical engineering process and generally leads to bigger and heavier lenses. You can compare the optics available for the two cameras in the Canon EF Lens Catalog (1200D) and the Sony E-Mount Lens Catalog (A6000). Mirrorless cameras, such as the A6000, have moreover the advantage that they can use many lenses from other systems via adapters, as they have a relatively short flange to focal plane distance.
Concerning battery life, the 1200D gets 500 shots out of its LP-E10 battery, while the A6000 can take 360 images on a single charge of its NP-FW50 power pack. The power pack in the A6000 can be charged via the USB port, which can be very convenient when travelling.
The adjacent table lists the principal physical characteristics of the two cameras alongside a wider set of alternatives. If you would like to visualize and compare a different camera combination, just use the right or left arrows in the table to switch to the respective camera. Alternatively, you can also navigate to the CAM-parator app and make your selection from the full list of cameras there.
Camera Model |
Camera Width |
Camera Height |
Camera Depth |
Camera Weight |
Battery Life (CIPA) |
Weather Sealing (yes/no) |
Camera Launch (announced) |
Launch Price (USD) |
Street Price (USD) |
Used Price (USD) |
Camera Model |
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Canon 1200D» | 5.1 in | 3.9 in | 3.1 in | 16.9 oz | 500 | n | Feb 2014 | 449 | - | Canon 1200D | ||
Sony A6000« | 4.7 in | 2.6 in | 1.8 in | 12.1 oz | 360 | n | Feb 2014 | 599 | - | Sony A6000 | ||
Canon 4000D« » | 5.1 in | 4.0 in | 3.0 in | 15.4 oz | 500 | n | Feb 2018 | 399 | Canon 4000D | |||
Canon 1300D« » | 5.1 in | 4.0 in | 3.1 in | 17.1 oz | 500 | n | Mar 2016 | 449 | - | Canon 1300D | ||
Canon 750D« » | 5.2 in | 4.0 in | 3.1 in | 19.6 oz | 440 | n | Feb 2015 | 749 | - | Canon 750D | ||
Canon 760D« » | 5.2 in | 4.0 in | 3.1 in | 19.9 oz | 440 | n | Feb 2015 | 849 | - | Canon 760D | ||
Canon G9 X« » | 3.9 in | 2.3 in | 1.2 in | 7.4 oz | 220 | n | Oct 2015 | 529 | - | Canon G9 X | ||
Canon M10« » | 4.3 in | 2.6 in | 1.4 in | 10.6 oz | 255 | n | Oct 2015 | 499 | - | Canon M10 | ||
Canon 100D« » | 4.6 in | 3.6 in | 2.7 in | 14.4 oz | 380 | n | Mar 2013 | 549 | - | Canon 100D | ||
Canon 700D« » | 5.2 in | 3.9 in | 3.1 in | 20.5 oz | 440 | n | Mar 2013 | 649 | - | Canon 700D | ||
Canon 650D« » | 5.2 in | 3.9 in | 3.1 in | 20.3 oz | 440 | n | Jun 2012 | 849 | - | Canon 650D | ||
Canon 1100D« » | 5.1 in | 3.9 in | 3.1 in | 17.5 oz | 700 | n | Feb 2011 | 449 | - | Canon 1100D | ||
Sony A6300« » | 4.7 in | 2.6 in | 1.9 in | 14.3 oz | 400 | Y | Feb 2016 | 999 | - | Sony A6300 | ||
Sony A5000« » | 4.3 in | 2.5 in | 1.4 in | 9.5 oz | 420 | n | Jan 2014 | 449 | - | Sony A5000 | ||
Sony A5100« » | 4.3 in | 2.5 in | 1.4 in | 10.0 oz | 400 | n | Aug 2014 | 549 | Sony A5100 | |||
Sony A3000« » | 5.0 in | 3.6 in | 3.3 in | 14.5 oz | 470 | n | Aug 2013 | 329 | - | Sony A3000 | ||
Sony NEX-3« » | 4.6 in | 2.4 in | 1.3 in | 10.5 oz | 330 | n | May 2010 | 599 | - | Sony NEX-3 | ||
The price is, of course, an important factor in any camera decision. The retail prices at the time of the camera’s release place the model in the market relative to other models in the producer’s line-up and the competition. The 1200D was launched at a somewhat lower price (by 25 percent) than the A6000, which makes it more attractive for photographers on a tight budget. Usually, retail prices stay at first close to the launch price, but after several months, discounts become available. Later in the product cycle and, in particular, when the replacement model is about to appear, further discounting and stock clearance sales often push the camera price considerably down. Then, after the new model is out, very good deals can frequently be found on the pre-owned market.
Sensor comparison: Canon 1200D vs Sony A6000
The size of the sensor inside a digital camera is one of the key determinants of image quality. All other things equal, a large sensor will have larger individual pixel-units that offer better low-light sensitivity, wider dynamic range, and richer color-depth than smaller pixels in a sensor of the same technological generation. Moreover, a large sensor camera will give the photographer more control over depth-of-field in the image and, thus, the ability to better isolate a subject from the background. On the downside, larger sensors tend to be associated with larger, more expensive camera bodies and lenses.
Both cameras under consideration feature an APS-C sensor, but their sensors differ slightly in size. The sensor area in the A6000 is 11 percent bigger. As a result of these sensor size differences, the cameras have format factors, respectively, of 1.6 (1200D) and 1.5. Both cameras have a native aspect ratio (sensor width to sensor height) of 3:2.

With 24MP, the A6000 offers a higher resolution than the 1200D (17.9MP), but the A6000 has smaller individual pixels (pixel pitch of 3.91μm versus 4.31μm for the 1200D). It is noteworthy in this context that the two cameras were released in close succession, so that their sensors are from the same technological generation.
The A6000 has on-sensor phase detect pixels, which results in fast and reliable autofocus acquisition even during video recording.
The Canon EOS 1200D has a native sensitivity range from ISO 100 to ISO 6400, which can be extended to ISO 100-12800. The corresponding ISO settings for the Sony Alpha A6000 are ISO 100 to ISO 25600, with the possibility to increase the ISO range to 100-51200..

Consistent information on actual sensor performance is available from DXO Mark for many cameras. This service is based on lab testing and assigns an overall score to each camera sensor, as well as ratings for dynamic range ("DXO Landscape"), color depth ("DXO Portrait"), and low-light sensitivity ("DXO Sports"). Of the two cameras under consideration, the A6000 offers substantially better image quality than the 1200D (overall score 19 points higher). The advantage is based on 2.2 bits higher color depth, 1.8 EV in additional dynamic range, and 0.9 stops in additional low light sensitivity. The following table provides an overview of the physical sensor characteristics, as well as the sensor quality measurements for a selection of comparators.
Camera Model |
Sensor Class |
Resolution (MP) |
Horiz. Pixels |
Vert. Pixels |
Video Format |
DXO Portrait |
DXO Landscape |
DXO Sports |
DXO Overall |
Camera Model |
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Canon 1200D» | APS-C | 17.9 | 5184 | 3456 | 1080/30p | 21.9 | 11.3 | 724 | 63 | Canon 1200D | |
Sony A6000« | APS-C | 24.0 | 6000 | 4000 | 1080/60p | 24.1 | 13.1 | 1347 | 82 | Sony A6000 | |
Canon 4000D« » | APS-C | 17.9 | 5184 | 3456 | 1080/30p | 21.9 | 11.4 | 695 | 63 | Canon 4000D | |
Canon 1300D« » | APS-C | 17.9 | 5184 | 3456 | 1080/30p | - | - | - | - | Canon 1300D | |
Canon 750D« » | APS-C | 24.0 | 6000 | 4000 | 1080/60p | 22.7 | 12.0 | 919 | 71 | Canon 750D | |
Canon 760D« » | APS-C | 24.0 | 6000 | 4000 | 1080/30p | 22.6 | 12.0 | 915 | 70 | Canon 760D | |
Canon G9 X« » | 1-inch | 20.0 | 5472 | 3648 | 1080/60p | 21.5 | 12.3 | 495 | 63 | Canon G9 X | |
Canon M10« » | APS-C | 17.9 | 5184 | 3456 | 1080/30p | 22.2 | 11.4 | 753 | 65 | Canon M10 | |
Canon 100D« » | APS-C | 17.9 | 5184 | 3456 | 1080/30p | 21.8 | 11.3 | 843 | 63 | Canon 100D | |
Canon 700D« » | APS-C | 17.9 | 5184 | 3456 | 1080/30p | 21.7 | 11.2 | 681 | 61 | Canon 700D | |
Canon 650D« » | APS-C | 17.9 | 5184 | 3456 | 1080/30p | 21.7 | 11.2 | 722 | 62 | Canon 650D | |
Canon 1100D« » | APS-C | 12.2 | 4272 | 2848 | 720/30p | 21.9 | 11.0 | 755 | 62 | Canon 1100D | |
Sony A6300« » | APS-C | 24.0 | 6000 | 4000 | 4K/30p | 24.4 | 13.7 | 1437 | 85 | Sony A6300 | |
Sony A5000« » | APS-C | 19.8 | 5456 | 3632 | 1080/60i | 23.8 | 13.0 | 1089 | 79 | Sony A5000 | |
Sony A5100« » | APS-C | 24.0 | 6000 | 4000 | 1080/60p | 23.8 | 12.7 | 1347 | 80 | Sony A5100 | |
Sony A3000« » | APS-C | 19.8 | 5456 | 3632 | 1080/60i | 23.7 | 12.8 | 1068 | 78 | Sony A3000 | |
Sony NEX-3« » | APS-C | 14.0 | 4592 | 3056 | 720/30p | 22.1 | 12.0 | 830 | 68 | Sony NEX-3 |
Many modern cameras cannot only take still pictures, but also record videos. Both cameras under consideration have a sensor with sufficiently fast read-out times for moving pictures, but the A6000 provides a faster frame rate than the 1200D. It can shoot movie footage at 1080/60p, while the Canon is limited to 1080/30p.
Feature comparison: Canon 1200D vs Sony A6000
Apart from body and sensor, cameras can and do differ across a range of features. For example, the A6000 has an electronic viewfinder (1440k dots), while the 1200D has an optical one. Both systems have their advantages, with the electronic viewfinder making it possible to project supplementary shooting information into the framing view, whereas the optical viewfinder offers lag-free viewing and a very clear framing image. The adjacent table lists some of the other core features of the Canon 1200D and Sony A6000 along with similar information for a selection of comparators.
Camera Model |
Viewfinder (Type or '000 dots) |
Control Panel (yes/no) |
LCD Size (inch) |
LCD Resolution ('000 dots) |
LCD Attach- ment |
Touch Screen (yes/no) |
Shutter speed (1/sec) |
Shutter flaps (1/sec) |
Built-in Flash (yes/no) |
Built-in Image Stab |
Camera Model |
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Canon 1200D» | optical | n | 3.0 | 460 | fixed | n | 4000 | 3.0 | Y | n | Canon 1200D | |
Sony A6000« | 1440 | n | 3.0 | 922 | tilting | n | 4000 | 11.0 | Y | n | Sony A6000 | |
Canon 4000D« » | optical | n | 2.7 | 230 | fixed | n | 4000 | 3.0 | Y | n | Canon 4000D | |
Canon 1300D« » | optical | n | 3.0 | 920 | fixed | n | 4000 | 3.0 | Y | n | Canon 1300D | |
Canon 750D« » | optical | n | 3.0 | 1040 | swivel | Y | 4000 | 5.0 | Y | n | Canon 750D | |
Canon 760D« » | optical | Y | 3.0 | 1040 | swivel | Y | 4000 | 5.0 | Y | n | Canon 760D | |
Canon G9 X« » | - | n | 3.0 | 1040 | fixed | Y | 2000 | 6.0 | Y | Y | Canon G9 X | |
Canon M10« » | - | n | 3.0 | 1040 | tilting | Y | 4000 | 4.6 | Y | n | Canon M10 | |
Canon 100D« » | optical | n | 3.0 | 1040 | fixed | Y | 4000 | 4.9 | Y | n | Canon 100D | |
Canon 700D« » | optical | n | 3.0 | 1040 | swivel | Y | 4000 | 5.0 | Y | n | Canon 700D | |
Canon 650D« » | optical | n | 3.0 | 1040 | swivel | Y | 4000 | 5.0 | Y | n | Canon 650D | |
Canon 1100D« » | optical | n | 2.7 | 230 | fixed | n | 4000 | 3.0 | Y | n | Canon 1100D | |
Sony A6300« » | 2359 | n | 3.0 | 922 | tilting | n | 4000 | 11.0 | Y | n | Sony A6300 | |
Sony A5000« » | - | n | 3.0 | 461 | tilting | n | 4000 | 3.5 | Y | n | Sony A5000 | |
Sony A5100« » | - | n | 3.0 | 922 | tilting | Y | 4000 | 6.0 | Y | n | Sony A5100 | |
Sony A3000« » | 202 | n | 3.0 | 230 | fixed | n | 4000 | 2.5 | Y | n | Sony A3000 | |
Sony NEX-3« » | - | n | 3.0 | 920 | tilting | n | 4000 | 7.0 | n | n | Sony NEX-3 |
The 1200D writes its imaging data to SDXC cards, while the A6000 uses SDXC or Memory Stick PRO Duo cards.
Connectivity comparison: Canon 1200D vs Sony A6000
For some imaging applications, the extent to which a camera can communicate with its environment can be an important aspect in the camera decision process. The table below provides an overview of the connectivity of the Canon EOS 1200D and Sony Alpha A6000 and, in particular, the interfaces the cameras (and selected comparators) provide for accessory control and data transfer.
Camera Model |
Hotshoe Port |
Internal Microphone |
Internal Speaker |
Microphone Port |
Headphone Port |
HDMI Port |
USB Type |
WiFi Support |
NFC Support |
Bluetooth Support |
Camera Model |
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Canon 1200D» | Y | mono | mono | - | - | mini | 2.0 | - | - | - | Canon 1200D | |
Sony A6000« | Y | stereo | mono | - | - | micro | 2.0 | Y | Y | - | Sony A6000 | |
Canon 4000D« » | Y | mono | mono | - | - | mini | 2.0 | Y | Y | - | Canon 4000D | |
Canon 1300D« » | Y | mono | mono | - | - | mini | 2.0 | Y | Y | - | Canon 1300D | |
Canon 750D« » | Y | stereo | mono | Y | - | mini | 2.0 | Y | Y | - | Canon 750D | |
Canon 760D« » | Y | stereo | mono | Y | - | mini | 2.0 | Y | Y | - | Canon 760D | |
Canon G9 X« » | - | stereo | mono | - | - | micro | 2.0 | Y | Y | - | Canon G9 X | |
Canon M10« » | - | stereo | mono | - | - | mini | 2.0 | Y | Y | - | Canon M10 | |
Canon 100D« » | Y | mono | mono | Y | - | mini | 2.0 | - | - | - | Canon 100D | |
Canon 700D« » | Y | stereo | mono | Y | - | mini | 2.0 | - | - | - | Canon 700D | |
Canon 650D« » | Y | stereo | mono | Y | - | mini | 2.0 | - | - | - | Canon 650D | |
Canon 1100D« » | Y | stereo | mono | - | - | mini | 2.0 | - | - | - | Canon 1100D | |
Sony A6300« » | Y | stereo | mono | Y | - | micro | 2.0 | Y | Y | - | Sony A6300 | |
Sony A5000« » | - | stereo | mono | - | - | micro | 2.0 | Y | Y | - | Sony A5000 | |
Sony A5100« » | - | stereo | mono | - | - | micro | 2.0 | Y | Y | - | Sony A5100 | |
Sony A3000« » | Y | stereo | mono | - | - | mini | 2.0 | - | - | - | Sony A3000 | |
Sony NEX-3« » | Y | stereo | mono | - | - | mini | 2.0 | - | - | - | Sony NEX-3 |
It is notable that the A6000 offers wifi support, which can be a very convenient means to transfer image data to an off-camera location. In contrast, the 1200D does not offer wifi capability.
Both the 1200D and the A6000 have been discontinued, but can regularly be found used on eBay. The 1200D was replaced by the Canon 1300D, while the A6000 was followed by the Sony A6300.
Review summary: Canon 1200D vs Sony A6000
So what is the bottom line? Which of the two cameras – the Canon 1200D or the Sony A6000 – has the upper hand? Below is a summary of the relative strengths of each of the two contestants.

Arguments in favor of the Canon EOS 1200D:
- Brighter framing: Features an optical viewfinder for clear, lag-free composition.
- Longer lasting: Can take more shots (500 versus 360) on a single battery charge.
- More affordable: Was introduced into a lower priced segment (25 percent cheaper at launch).

Advantages of the Sony Alpha A6000:
- More detail: Has more megapixels (24 vs 17.9MP), which boosts linear resolution by 16%.
- Better image quality: Scores substantially higher (19 points) in the DXO overall evaluation.
- Richer colors: Generates noticeably more natural colors (2.2 bits more color depth).
- More dynamic range: Captures a broader range of light and dark details (1.8 EV of extra DR).
- Better low-light sensitivity: Can shoot in dim conditions (0.9 stops ISO advantage).
- Better video: Provides higher movie framerates (1080/60p versus 1080/30p).
- Better video autofocus: Features on-sensor phase-detection for more confident movie autofocus.
- More framing info: Has an electronic viewfinder that displays shooting data.
- More detailed LCD: Has a higher resolution rear screen (922k vs 460k dots).
- More flexible LCD: Has a tilting screen for odd-angle shots in landscape orientation.
- Faster burst: Shoots at higher frequency (11 vs 3 flaps/sec) to capture the decisive moment.
- More compact: Is smaller (120x67mm vs 130x100mm) and will fit more readily into a bag.
- Less heavy: Has a lower weight (by 136g or 28 percent) and is thus easier to take along.
- Easier travel charging: Can be conveniently charged via its USB port.
- More legacy lens friendly: Can use many non-native lenses via adapters.
- Easier file upload: Has wifi built in for automatic backup or image transfer to the web.
- Easier device pairing: Supports NFC for fast wireless image transfer over short distances.
If the number of relative strengths (bullet points above) is taken as a guide, the A6000 is the clear winner of the contest (16 : 3 points). However, the pertinence of the various camera strengths will differ across photographers, so that you might want to weigh individual camera traits according to their importance for your own imaging needs before making a camera decision.
In any case, while the comparison of technical specifications can provide a useful overview of the capabilities of different cameras, it says nothing about, for example, the handling, responsiveness, and overall imaging quality of the 1200D and the A6000 in practical situations. User reviews that are available, for instance, at amazon can sometimes shed light on these issues, but such feedback is all too often partial, inconsistent, and inaccurate.
Expert reviews: Canon 1200D vs Sony A6000
This is where reviews by experts come in. The following table reports the overall rankings of the cameras as published by some of the major camera review sites (cameralabs, dpreview, ephotozine, imaging-resource, photographyblog). You can find the full text of the reviews by clicking on the site logo in the table header.
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Camera Launch (announced) |
Launch Price (USD) |
Street Price (USD) |
Used Price (USD) |
Camera Model |
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Canon 1200D» | Rec | - | 4/5 | 4/5 | 4.5/5 | Feb 2014 | 449 | - | Canon 1200D | ||
Sony A6000« | Rec | 80/100 | 4.5/5 | 5/5 | 5/5 | Feb 2014 | 599 | - | Sony A6000 | ||
Canon 4000D« » | rev | - | 3.5/5 | - | 3.5/5 | Feb 2018 | 399 | Canon 4000D | |||
Canon 1300D« » | rev | 73/100 | 4/5 | 3.5/5 | 4/5 | Mar 2016 | 449 | - | Canon 1300D | ||
Canon 750D« » | - | 75/100 | 4.5/5 | 4.5/5 | 4.5/5 | Feb 2015 | 749 | - | Canon 750D | ||
Canon 760D« » | Rec | 77/100 | 4.5/5 | 4.5/5 | 4.5/5 | Feb 2015 | 849 | - | Canon 760D | ||
Canon G9 X« » | HiRec | - | 4.5/5 | 4/5 | 4.5/5 | Oct 2015 | 529 | - | Canon G9 X | ||
Canon M10« » | - | - | - | rev | 4/5 | Oct 2015 | 499 | - | Canon M10 | ||
Canon 100D« » | Rec | 78/100 | 4/5 | 4/5 | 4/5 | Mar 2013 | 549 | - | Canon 100D | ||
Canon 700D« » | - | 76/100 | 4.5/5 | 4.5/5 | 4.5/5 | Mar 2013 | 649 | - | Canon 700D | ||
Canon 650D« » | HiRec | 77/100 | 4.5/5 | 4.5/5 | 4.5/5 | Jun 2012 | 849 | - | Canon 650D | ||
Canon 1100D« » | 80/100 | 69/100 | 4/5 | 4/5 | 4.5/5 | Feb 2011 | 449 | - | Canon 1100D | ||
Sony A6300« » | Rec | 85/100 | 5/5 | 5/5 | 5/5 | Feb 2016 | 999 | - | Sony A6300 | ||
Sony A5000« » | Rec | - | 4.5/5 | rev | 4.5/5 | Jan 2014 | 449 | - | Sony A5000 | ||
Sony A5100« » | Rec | - | 4.5/5 | 4.5/5 | 5/5 | Aug 2014 | 549 | Sony A5100 | |||
Sony A3000« » | Rec | - | 4/5 | 4.5/5 | 4/5 | Aug 2013 | 329 | - | Sony A3000 | ||
Sony NEX-3« » | - | 70/100 | 4.5/5 | 5/5 | 4/5 | May 2010 | 599 | - | Sony NEX-3 |
The above review scores should be interpreted with care, though. The assessments were made in relation to similar cameras of the same technological generation. Thus, a score needs to be put into the context of the launch date and the launch price of the camera, and comparing ratings of very distinct cameras or ones that are far apart in terms of their release date have little meaning. Also, please note that some of the review sites have changed their methodology and reporting over time.
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Specifications: Canon 1200D vs Sony A6000
Camera Model | Canon 1200D | Sony A6000 |
Camera Type | Digital single lens reflex | Mirrorless system camera |
Camera Lens | Canon EF mount lenses | Sony E mount lenses |
Launch Date | February 2014 | February 2014 |
Launch Price | USD 449 | USD 599 |
Sensor Specs | ||
Sensor Technology | BSI-CMOS | CMOS |
Sensor Format | APS-C Sensor | APS-C Sensor |
Sensor Size | 22.3 x 14.9 mm | 23.5 x 14.9 mm |
Sensor Area | 332.27 mm2 | 366.6 mm2 |
Sensor Diagonal | 26.8 mm | 28.2 mm |
Crop Factor | 1.6x | 1.5x |
Sensor Resolution | 17.9 Megapixels | 24 Megapixels |
Image Resolution | 5184 x 3456 pixels | 6000 x 4000 pixels |
Pixel Pitch | 4.31 μm | 3.91 μm |
Pixel Density | 5.39 MP/cm2 | 6.55 MP/cm2 |
Moiré control | Anti-Alias filter | Anti-Alias filter |
Movie Capability | 1080/30p Video | 1080/60p Video |
ISO Setting | 100-6400 ISO | 100-25600 ISO |
ISO Boost | 100-12800 ISO | 100-51200 ISO |
Image Processor | DIGIC 4 | BIONZ X |
DXO Sensor Quality (score) | 63 | 82 |
DXO Color Depth (bits) | 21.9 | 24.1 |
DXO Dynamic Range (EV) | 11.3 | 13.1 |
DXO Low Light (ISO) | 724 | 1347 |
Screen Specs | ||
Viewfinder Type | Optical viewfinder | Electronic viewfinder |
Viewfinder Field of View | 95% | 100% |
Viewfinder Magnification | 0.50x | 0.70x |
Viewfinder Resolution | n/a | 1440k dots |
LCD Framing | Live View | Live View |
Rear LCD Size | 3.0 inch | 3.0 inch |
LCD Resolution | 460k dots | 922k dots |
LCD Attachment | Fixed screen | Tilting screen |
Shooting Specs | ||
Autofocus System | Phase-detect AF | Contrast-detect AF |
Maximum Shutter Speed | 1/4000s | 1/4000s |
Continuous Shooting | 3 shutter flaps/s | 11 shutter flaps/s |
Fill Flash | Build-in Flash | Build-in Flash |
Storage Medium | SDXC cards | MS or SDXC cards |
Second Storage Option | Single card slot | Single card slot |
Connectivity Specs | ||
External Flash | Hotshoe | Hotshoe |
USB Connector | USB 2.0 | USB 2.0 |
HDMI Port | mini HDMI | micro HDMI |
Wifi Support | no Wifi | Wifi built-in |
Near-Field Communication | no NFC | NFC built-in |
Body Specs | ||
Battery Type | LP-E10 power pack | NP-FW50 power pack |
Battery Life (CIPA) | 500 shots per charge | 360 shots per charge |
In-Camera Charging | no USB charging | USB charging |
Body Dimensions |
130 x 100 x 78 mm (5.1 x 3.9 x 3.1 in) |
120 x 67 x 45 mm (4.7 x 2.6 x 1.8 in) |
Camera Weight | 480 g (16.9 oz) | 344 g (12.1 oz) |
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