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Canon XS vs Sony A7 II

The Canon EOS Rebel XS (called Canon 1000D in some regions) and the Sony Alpha A7 II are two digital cameras that were announced, respectively, in June 2008 and November 2014. The XS is a DSLR, while the A7 II is a mirrorless interchangeable lens camera. The cameras are based on an APS-C (XS) and a full frame (A7 II) sensor. The Canon has a resolution of 10.1 megapixels, whereas the Sony provides 24 MP.

Below is an overview of the main specs of the two cameras as a starting point for the comparison.

Headline Specifications
Canon XS
versus
Sony A7 II
Canon XS   Sony A7 II
Digital single lens reflex Mirrorless system camera
Canon EF mount lenses Sony E mount lenses
10.1 MP – APS-C sensor 24 MP – Full Frame sensor
no Video 1080/60p Video
ISO 100-800 (100 - 1,600) ISO 100-25,600 (50 - 51,200)
Optical viewfinder Electronic viewfinder (2400k dots)
2.5" LCD – 230k dots 3.0" LCD – 1230k dots
Fixed screen (not touch-sensitive) Tilting screen (no touchscreen)
3 shutter flaps per second 5 shutter flaps per second
Lens stabilization onlyIn-body stabilization
not weather sealedWeathersealed body
500 shots per battery charge350 shots per battery charge
126 x 98 x 65 mm, 502 g 127 x 96 x 60 mm, 599 g
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Going beyond this snapshot of core features and characteristics, what are the differences between the Canon EOS Rebel XS and the Sony Alpha A7 II? Which one should you buy? Read on to find out how these two cameras compare with respect to their body size, their imaging sensors, their shooting features, their input-output connections, and their reception by expert reviewers.

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Body comparison

The side-by-side display below illustrates the physical size and weight of the Canon XS and the Sony A7 II. The two cameras are presented according to their relative size. Three consecutive perspectives from the front, the top, and the back are available. All width, height and depth dimensions are rounded to the nearest millimeter.

Size Canon XS vs Sony A7 II
Compare XS versus A7 II top
Comparison XS or A7 II rear

If the front view area (width x height) of the cameras is taken as an aggregate measure of their size, the Sony A7 II is somewhat smaller (1 percent) than the Canon XS. However, the A7 II is markedly heavier (19 percent) than the XS. It is noteworthy in this context that the A7 II is splash and dust-proof, while the XS does not feature any corresponding weather-sealing.

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. A larger imaging sensor will tend to go along with bigger and heavier lenses, although exceptions exist. You can compare the optics available for the two cameras in the Canon EF Lens Catalog (XS) and the Sony FE Lens Catalog (A7 II). Mirrorless cameras, such as the A7 II, 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 XS gets 500 shots out of its Canon LP-E5 battery, while the A7 II can take 350 images on a single charge of its Sony NP-FW50 power pack. The power pack in the A7 II 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 want to switch the focus of the display and review another camera pair, you can move across to the CAM-parator tool and choose from the broad selection of possible camera comparisons there.

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Body Specifications
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Canon XS 126 mm 98 mm 65 mm 502 g 500 i Jun 2008 US$ 449ebay.com
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Sony A7 II 127 mm 96 mm 60 mm 599 g 350 i Nov 2014 US$ 1 999ebay.com
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Canon 40D 146 mm 108 mm 74 mm 822 g 750 i Aug 2007 US$ 1 299ebay.com
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Canon SX20 123 mm 88 mm 87 mm 600 g .. i Aug 2009 US$ 399ebay.com
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Canon T1i 129 mm 98 mm 62 mm 520 g 400 i Mar 2009 US$ 799ebay.com
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Canon T3 130 mm 100 mm 78 mm 495 g 700 i Feb 2011 US$ 449ebay.com
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Canon T5 130 mm 100 mm 78 mm 480 g 500 i Feb 2014 US$ 449ebay.com
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Canon T6 129 mm 101 mm 78 mm 485 g 500 i Mar 2016 US$ 449ebay.com
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Canon T7 129 mm 101 mm 78 mm 475 g 500 i Feb 2018 US$ 449 amazon.com
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Canon T100 129 mm 102 mm 77 mm 436 g 500 i Feb 2018 US$ 399 amazon.com
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Canon XSi 129 mm 98 mm 62 mm 524 g 500 i Jan 2008 US$ 799ebay.com
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Canon XTi 127 mm 84 mm 65 mm 556 g 370 i Aug 2006 US$ 799ebay.com
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Sony A7 127 mm 94 mm 48 mm 474 g 340 i Oct 2013 US$ 1 699ebay.com
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Sony A7 III 127 mm 96 mm 74 mm 650 g 610 i Feb 2018 US$ 1 999 amazon.com
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Sony A7R II 127 mm 96 mm 60 mm 625 g 290 i Jun 2015 US$ 3 199ebay.com
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Sony A7S II 127 mm 96 mm 60 mm 627 g 370 i Sep 2015 US$ 2 999ebay.com
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Sony A9 127 mm 96 mm 63 mm 673 g 650 i Apr 2017 US$ 4 499ebay.com
Note: Measurements and pricing do not include easily detachable parts, such as add-on or interchangeable lenses or optional viewfinders.
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Any camera decision will obviously take relative prices into account. The manufacturer’s suggested retail prices give an idea on the placement of the camera in the maker’s lineup and the broader market. The XS was launched at a markedly lower price (by 78 percent) than the A7 II, which puts it into a different market segment. 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

The size of the sensor inside a digital camera is one of the key determinants of image quality. A large sensor will tend to have larger individual pixels that provide better low-light sensitivity, wider dynamic range, and richer color-depth than smaller pixel-units 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 are more costly to manufacture and tend to lead to bigger and heavier cameras and lenses.

Of the two cameras under consideration, the Canon XS features an APS-C sensor and the Sony A7 II a full frame sensor. The sensor area in the A7 II is 160 percent bigger. As a result of these sensor size differences, the cameras have a format factor of, respectively, 1.6 and 1.0. Both cameras have a native aspect ratio (sensor width to sensor height) of 3:2.

Canon XS and Sony A7 II sensor measures

With 24MP, the A7 II offers a higher resolution than the XS (10.1MP), but the A7 II nevertheless has larger individual pixels (pixel pitch of 5.97μm versus 5.71μm for the XS) due to its larger sensor. Moreover, the A7 II is a much more recent model (by 6 years and 5 months) than the XS, and its sensor will have benefitted from technological advances during this time that further enhance the light gathering capacity of its pixel-units.

The resolution advantage of the Sony A7 II implies greater flexibility for cropping images or the possibility to print larger pictures. The maximum print size of the A7 II for good quality output (200 dots per inch) amounts to 30 x 20 inches or 76.2 x 50.8 cm, for very good quality (250 dpi) 24 x 16 inches or 61 x 40.6 cm, and for excellent quality (300 dpi) 20 x 13.3 inches or 50.8 x 33.9 cm. The corresponding values for the Canon XS are 19.4 x 13 inches or 49.4 x 32.9 cm for good quality, 15.6 x 10.4 inches or 39.5 x 26.3 cm for very good quality, and 13 x 8.6 inches or 32.9 x 21.9 cm for excellent quality prints.

The A7 II has on-sensor phase detect pixels, which results in fast and reliable autofocus acquisition even during live view operation.

The Canon EOS Rebel XS has a native sensitivity range from ISO 100 to ISO 800, which can be extended to ISO 100-1600. The corresponding ISO settings for the Sony Alpha A7 II are ISO 100 to ISO 25600, with the possibility to increase the ISO range to 50-51200.

Technology-wise, both cameras are equipped with CMOS (Complementary Metal–Oxide–Semiconductor) sensors. Both cameras use a Bayer filter for capturing RGB colors on a square grid of photosensors. This arrangement is found in most digital cameras.

XS versus A7 II MP

Since 2007, DXO Mark has published sensor performance measurements that have been derived using a consistent methodology. 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 A7 II offers substantially better image quality than the XS (overall score 28 points higher). The advantage is based on 2.9 bits higher color depth, 2.7 EV in additional dynamic range, and 1.8 stops in additional low light sensitivity. The table below summarizes the physical sensor characteristics and sensor quality findings and compares them across a set of similar cameras.

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DXO
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DXO
Sports
DXO
Overall
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Canon XS APS-C 10.1 3888 2592i22.010.971962
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Sony A7 II Full Frame 24.0 6000 40001080/60p24.913.6244990
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Canon 40D APS-C 10.1 3888 2592i22.111.370364
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Canon SX20 1/2.3 12.0 4000 3000720/30p19.210.522537
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Canon T1i APS-C 15.1 4752 31681080/20p21.711.566363
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Canon T3 APS-C 12.2 4272 2848720/30p21.911.075562
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Canon T5 APS-C 17.9 5184 34561080/30p21.911.372463
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Canon T6 APS-C 17.9 5184 34561080/30p22.011.778166
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Canon T7 APS-C 24.0 6000 40001080/30p23.813.3168481
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Canon T100 APS-C 17.9 5184 34561080/30p21.911.469563
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Canon XSi APS-C 12.2 4272 2848i21.910.869261
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Canon XTi APS-C 10.1 3888 2592i22.111.066462
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Sony A7 Full Frame 24.0 6000 40001080/60p24.814.2224890
14.
 
Sony A7 III Full Frame 24.0 6000 40004K/30p25.014.7373096
15.
 
Sony A7R II Full Frame 42.2 7952 53044K/30p26.013.9343498
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Sony A7S II Full Frame 12.0 4240 28324K/30p23.613.3299385
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Sony A9 Full Frame 24.0 6000 40004K/30p24.913.3351792
Note: DXO values in italics represent estimates based on sensor size and age.
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Many modern cameras cannot only take still pictures, but also record videos. The A7 II indeed provides for movie recording, while the XS does not. The highest resolution format that the A7 II can use is 1080/60p.

Feature comparison

Apart from body and sensor, cameras can and do differ across a range of features. For example, the A7 II has an electronic viewfinder (2400k dots), while the XS 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 viewfinder in the A7 II offers a wider field of view (100%) than the one in the XS (95%), so that a larger proportion of the captured image is visible in the finder. In addition, the viewfinder of the A7 II has a higher magnification (0.71x vs 0.51x), so that the size of the image transmitted appears closer to the size seen with the naked human eye. The following table reports on some other key feature differences and similarities of the Canon XS, the Sony A7 II, and comparable cameras.

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Shutter
Speed *
Max
Shutter
Flaps *
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Flash
(yes/no)
Built-in
Image
Stab
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Canon XSoptical i2.5 / 230 fixed i 1/4000s 3.0/s i i
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Sony A7 II2400 i3.0 / 1230 tilting i 1/8000s 5.0/s i i
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Canon 40Doptical i3.0 / 230 fixed i 1/8000s 6.5/s i i
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Canon SX20202 i2.5 / 230 swivel i 1/3200s 0.7/s i i
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Canon T1ioptical i3.0 / 920 fixed i 1/4000s 3.4/s i i
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Canon T3optical i2.7 / 230 fixed i 1/4000s 3.0/s i i
7.
 
Canon T5optical i3.0 / 460 fixed i 1/4000s 3.0/s i i
8.
 
Canon T6optical i3.0 / 920 fixed i 1/4000s 3.0/s i i
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Canon T7optical i3.0 / 920 fixed i 1/4000s 3.0/s i i
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Canon T100optical i2.7 / 230 fixed i 1/4000s 3.0/s i i
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Canon XSioptical i3.0 / 230 fixed i 1/4000s 3.5/s i i
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Canon XTioptical i2.5 / 230 fixed i 1/4000s 3.0/s i i
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Sony A72400 i3.0 / 1230 tilting i 1/8000s 5.0/s i i
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Sony A7 III2359 i3.0 / 922 tilting i 1/8000s 10.0/s i i
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Sony A7R II2400 i3.0 / 1229 tilting i 1/8000s 5.0/s i i
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Sony A7S II2400 i3.0 / 1229 tilting i 1/8000s 5.0/s i i
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Sony A93686 i3.0 / 1440 tilting i 1/8000s 20.0/s i i
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One difference between the cameras concerns the presence of an on-board flash. The XS has one, while the A7 II does not. While the built-in flash of the XS is not very powerful, it can at times be useful as a fill-in light.

The XS writes its imaging data to SDHC cards, while the A7 II uses SDXC or Memory Stick PRO Duo cards. The A7 II supports UHS-I cards (Ultra High Speed data transfer of up to 104 MB/s), while the XS cannot take advantage of Ultra High Speed SD cards.

Connectivity comparison

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 Rebel XS and Sony Alpha A7 II and, in particular, the interfaces the cameras (and selected comparators) provide for accessory control and data transfer.

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Input-Output Connections
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Canon XSii / iiii2.0iii
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Sony A7 IIistereo / monoiimicro2.0iii
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Canon 40Dii / iiii2.0iii
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Canon SX20istereo / monoiiYES2.0iii
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Canon T1iimono / monoiimini2.0iii
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Canon T3istereo / monoiimini2.0iii
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Canon T5imono / monoiimini2.0iii
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Canon T6imono / monoiimini2.0iii
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Canon T7imono / monoiimini2.0iii
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Canon T100imono / monoiimini2.0iii
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Canon XSiii / iiimini2.0iii
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Canon XTiii / iiii2.0iii
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Sony A7istereo / monoiimicro2.0iii
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Sony A7 IIIistereo / monoiimicro3.1iii
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Sony A7R IIistereo / monoiimicro2.0iii
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Sony A7S IIistereo / monoiimicro2.0iii
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Sony A9istereo / monoiimicro2.0iii
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It is notable that the A7 II offers wifi support, which can be a very convenient means to transfer image data to an off-camera location. In contrast, the XS does not provide wifi capability.

Both the XS and the A7 II have been discontinued, but can regularly be found used on ebay. The XS was replaced by the Canon T3, while the A7 II was followed by the Sony A7 III. Further information on the features and operation of the XS and A7 II can be found, respectively, in the Canon XS Manual (free pdf) or the online Sony A7 II Manual.

Review summary

So what is the bottom line? Is there a clear favorite between the Canon XS and the Sony A7 II? Which camera is better? Below is a summary of the relative strengths of each of the two contestants.

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Reasons to prefer the Canon EOS Rebel XS:

  • Brighter framing: Features an optical viewfinder for clear, lag-free composition.
  • Less heavy: Is lighter (by 97g or 16 percent) and hence easier to carry around.
  • Longer lasting: Can take more shots (500 versus 350) on a single battery charge.
  • Easier fill-in: Is equipped with a small onboard flash to brighten deep shadow areas.
  • More affordable: Was introduced into a lower priced category (78 percent cheaper at launch).
  • More heavily discounted: Has been available for much longer (launched in June 2008).

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Arguments in favor of the Sony Alpha A7 II:

  • More detail: Has more megapixels (24 vs 10.1MP), which boosts linear resolution by 54%.
  • Better image quality: Scores substantially higher (28 points) in the DXO overall evaluation.
  • Richer colors: Generates noticeably more natural colors (2.9 bits more color depth).
  • More dynamic range: Captures a broader range of light and dark details (2.7 EV of extra DR).
  • Better low-light sensitivity: Can shoot in dim conditions (1.8 stops ISO advantage).
  • Broader imaging potential: Can capture not only stills but also 1080/60p video.
  • Better live-view autofocus: Features on-sensor phase-detection for more confident autofocus.
  • More framing info: Has an electronic viewfinder that displays shooting data.
  • More complete view: Has a viewfinder with a larger field of view (100% vs 95%).
  • Larger viewfinder image: Features a viewfinder with a higher magnification (0.71x vs 0.51x).
  • Larger screen: Has a bigger rear LCD (3.0" vs 2.5") for image review and settings control.
  • More detailed LCD: Has a higher resolution rear screen (1230k vs 230k dots).
  • More flexible LCD: Has a tilting screen for odd-angle shots in landscape orientation.
  • Faster shutter: Has higher mechanical shutter speed (1/8000s vs 1/4000s) to freeze action.
  • Faster burst: Shoots at higher frequency (5 vs 3 flaps/sec) to capture the decisive moment.
  • Easier travel charging: Can be conveniently charged via its USB port.
  • Better sealing: Is splash and dust sealed for shooting in inclement weather conditions.
  • Sharper images: Has stabilization technology built-in to reduce the impact of hand-shake.
  • 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.
  • Faster buffer clearing: Has an SD card interface that supports the UHS-I standard.
  • More modern: Reflects 6 years and 5 months of technical progress since the XS launch.

If the count of relative strengths (bullet points above) is taken as a measure, the A7 II is the clear winner of the contest (23 : 6 points). However, the relative importance of the various individual camera aspects will vary according to personal preferences and needs, so that you might like to apply corresponding weights to the particular features before making a decision on a new camera. A professional wildlife photographer will view the differences between cameras in a way that diverges from the perspective of a family photog, and a person interested in architecture has distinct needs from a sports shooter. Hence, the decision which camera is best and worth buying is often a very personal one.

XS 06:23 A7 II

How about other alternatives? Do the specifications of the Canon XS and the Sony A7 II place the cameras among the top in their class? Find out in the latest Best DSLR Camera and Best Mirrorless Interchangeable Lens Camera listings whether the two cameras rank among the cream of the crop.

In any case, while the comparison of technical specifications can provide a useful overview of the capabilities of different cameras, it remains incomplete and does no justice, for example, to the way the XS or the A7 II perform in practice. User reviews, such as those found at amazon, can sometimes inform about these issues, but such feedback is often incomplete, inconsistent, and biased.

Expert reviews

This is why hands-on reviews by experts are important. The following table reports the overall ratings of the cameras as published by some of the major camera review sites (amateurphotographer [AP], cameralabs [CL], digitalcameraworld [DCW], dpreview [DPR], ephotozine [EPZ], photographyblog [PB]). As can be seen, the professional reviewers agree in many cases on the quality of different cameras, but sometimes their assessments diverge, reinforcing the earlier point that a camera decision is often a very personal choice.

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Canon XS..82/100..+ +3.5/54.5/5 Jun 2008 US$ 449ebay.com
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Sony A7 II5/5+4/582/1004.5/55/5 Nov 2014 US$ 1 999ebay.com
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Canon 40D..+ +..+ +4.5/54.5/5 Aug 2007 US$ 1 299ebay.com
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Canon SX20..+ +..73/100..4/5 Aug 2009 US$ 399ebay.com
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Canon T1i..+ +..74/1004.5/54.5/5 Mar 2009 US$ 799ebay.com
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Canon T3..80/100..69/1004/54.5/5 Feb 2011 US$ 449ebay.com
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Canon T53/5+....4/54.5/5 Feb 2014 US$ 449ebay.com
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Canon T64/5o4/573/1004/54/5 Mar 2016 US$ 449ebay.com
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Canon T7..o3.5/5..3.5/53.5/5 Feb 2018 US$ 449 amazon.com
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Canon T100..o3/5..3.5/53.5/5 Feb 2018 US$ 399 amazon.com
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Canon XSi..+ +..+ +4/54.5/5 Jan 2008 US$ 799ebay.com
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Canon XTi..+ +..+ +o4/5 Aug 2006 US$ 799ebay.com
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Sony A75/5+ +..80/1005/55/5 Oct 2013 US$ 1 699ebay.com
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Sony A7 III..+ +4.5/589/1005/55/5 Feb 2018 US$ 1 999 amazon.com
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Sony A7R II5/5+ +5/590/1005/55/5 Jun 2015 US$ 3 199ebay.com
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Sony A7S II5/5+....4.5/55/5 Sep 2015 US$ 2 999ebay.com
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Sony A95/5+ +4.8/589/1005/55/5 Apr 2017 US$ 4 499ebay.com
Note: (+ +) highly recommended; (+) recommended; (o) reviewed; (..) not available.
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The review scores listed above should be treated with care, though. The assessments were made in relation to similar cameras of the same technological generation. Hence, a score should always be seen in the context of the camera's market launch date and its price, and comparing ratings of very distinct cameras or ones that are far apart in terms of their release date have little meaning. Also, kindly note that some of the listed sites have over time developped their review approaches and their reporting style.

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Specifications: Canon XS vs Sony A7 II

Below is a side-by-side comparison of the specs of the two cameras to facilitate a quick review of their differences and common features.

Camera Specifications
Camera Model Canon XS Sony A7 II
Camera Type Digital single lens reflex Mirrorless system camera
Camera Lens Canon EF mount lenses Sony E mount lenses
Launch Date June 2008 November 2014
Launch Price USD 449 USD 1,999
Sensor Specs Canon XS Sony A7 II
Sensor Technology CMOS CMOS
Sensor Format APS-C Sensor Full Frame Sensor
Sensor Size 22.2 x 14.8 mm 35.8 x 23.9 mm
Sensor Area 328.56 mm2 855.62 mm2
Sensor Diagonal 26.7 mm 43 mm
Crop Factor 1.6x 1.0x
Sensor Resolution 10.1 Megapixels 24 Megapixels
Image Resolution 3888 x 2592 pixels 6000 x 4000 pixels
Pixel Pitch 5.71 μm 5.97 μm
Pixel Density 3.07 MP/cm2 2.80 MP/cm2
Moiré control Anti-Alias filter Anti-Alias filter
Movie Capability no Video 1080/60p Video
ISO Setting 100 - 800 ISO 100 - 25,600 ISO
ISO Boost 100 - 1,600 ISO 50 - 51,200 ISO
Image Processor DIGIC 3 BIONZ X
DXO Sensor Quality (score) 62 90
DXO Color Depth (bits) 22 24.9
DXO Dynamic Range (EV) 10.9 13.6
DXO Low Light (ISO) 719 2449
Screen Specs Canon XS Sony A7 II
Viewfinder Type Optical viewfinder Electronic viewfinder
Viewfinder Field of View 95% 100%
Viewfinder Magnification 0.51x 0.71x
Viewfinder Resolution 2400k dots
LCD Framing Live View Live View
Rear LCD Size 2.5inch 3.0inch
LCD Resolution 230k dots 1230k dots
LCD Attachment Fixed screen Tilting screen
Shooting Specs Canon XS Sony A7 II
Focus System Phase-detect AF On-Sensor Phase-detect
Manual Focusing Aidno Peaking FeatureFocus Peaking
Max Shutter Speed (mechanical) 1/4000s 1/8000s
Continuous Shooting 3 shutter flaps/s 5 shutter flaps/s
Shutter Life Expectancy100 000 actuations200 000 actuations
Image StabilizationLens stabilization onlyIn-body stabilization
Fill Flash Built-in Flash no On-Board Flash
Storage Medium SDHC cards MS or SDXC cards
Single or Dual Card Slots Single card slot Single card slot
UHS card support no UHS-I
Connectivity Specs Canon XS Sony A7 II
External Flash Hotshoe Hotshoe
USB Connector USB 2.0 USB 2.0
HDMI Port no HDMI micro HDMI
Microphone Port no MIC socket External MIC port
Headphone Socket no Headphone port Headphone port
Wifi Support no Wifi Wifi built-in
Near-Field Communication no NFC NFC built-in
Body Specs Canon XS Sony A7 II
Environmental Sealingnot weather sealedWeathersealed body
Battery Type Canon LP-E5 Sony NP-FW50
Battery Life (CIPA)500 shots per charge350 shots per charge
In-Camera Charging no USB charging USB charging
Body Dimensions 126 x 98 x 65 mm
(5.0 x 3.9 x 2.6 in)
127 x 96 x 60 mm
(5.0 x 3.8 x 2.4 in)
Camera Weight 502 g (17.7 oz) 599 g (21.1 oz)
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