Sony a290 vs Canon EOS 1D
This is a full comparison between the cameras Sony a290 and Canon EOS 1D. We compare them by looking at the categories you see below.
Manufacturing
Sony a290 is manufacturered by Sony but Canon EOS 1D is from Canon. Both Sony and Canon are well known brands though.
Sony a290 were released 2010 and Canon EOS 1D was released 2001. That is a 9 years difference. In tech, this period can be of interest since technology is always improving, etc.Camera | Released |
Sony a290 | 2010 |
Canon EOS 1D | 2001 |
Type of camera
Both these cameras are DSLR cameras. No difference there.
Sensors / crop factor
These cameras have different sensors. Sony a290 has a "Sony APS-C"-sensor while Canon EOS 1D has a "Canon APS-H"-sensor, and their difference in sensors will also affect the crop factor and experience focal length. See the table below.
Camera | Focal length, 50mm f/1.8 ** |
Sony a290 | 75 mm Sony APS-C sensor Crop factor/focal length multiplier by * 1.5 |
Canon EOS 1D | 65 mm Canon APS-H sensor Crop factor/focal length multiplier by * 1.3 |
** Experienced focal length when using a lens such as a common "50mm f/1.8"
Learn more about crop factor and focal length multiplier here:
Camera selection can affect the focal length (Sony)
Camera selection can affect the focal length (Canon)
Resolution
Sony a290 has a 14 MP (Megapixels) resolution while Canon EOS 1D has 4,1 MP. If we break down this in more detail this is the data behind the numbers:
Camera | Megapixels |
Sony a290 |
14 MP
14033152 pixels 4592 x 3056 |
Canon EOS 1D |
4,1 MP
4060672 pixels 2464 x 1648 |
Sony a290 has a 246 % larger resolution than Canon EOS 1D. This could give you more details in the picture but also a possibility to crop more in the pictures, afterward while editing the pictures, if needed that is.
ISO range
Both of these cameras offer the exact same ISO range. They both have 100 to 3200.
Camera | ISO Range |
Sony a290 | 100-3200 |
Canon EOS 1D | 100-3200 |
Autofocus and lens compatibility
Both of these cameras have a built-in autofocus motor. Some lenses, that support autofocus, do not have an autofocus motor of their own but this won't cause any problems with these two cameras.
Here is a complete overview of which lenses work with each camera:
Lens compatibility chart for Sony a290
Lens compatibility chart for Canon EOS 1D
Pictures per second
Depending on what you are shooting the FPS, or frames/pictures per second, can definitely be of interest. Sony a290 can shoot up to 2,5 pictures per seconds and Canon EOS 1D can shoot up to 8 pictures per seconds.
Camera | FPS (Frames per second) |
Sony a290 | 2,5 |
Canon EOS 1D | 8 |
Ability to record movies
It is becoming more and more popular to record movies with digital cameras.
Though, neither Sony a290 or Canon EOS 1D can shoot movies so if that is a functionality that you are really looking for you should look elsewhere.
Weight
The weight of the camera can be an extremely important factor, especially if the camera is about to be used, or carried around, for several hours at a time.
Canon EOS 1D weighs 1585 gr (equal to 3.49 lb) which is 189% heavier than Sony a290 and its 549 gr (or 1.21 lb).
Camera | Weight |
Sony a290 | 549 gr 1.21 lb |
Canon EOS 1D | 1585 gr 3.49 lb |
Sony a290 vs Canon EOS 1D Specs
Below you will find the complete and detailed technical specs for both Sony a290 and Canon EOS 1D, next to each other. Each category of data is a link to an article covering the subject, giving you a deeper understanding so you can better understand the strengths and weaknesses of the two camera models.
Product |
Sony a290 |
Canon EOS 1D |
Name | Sony a290 | Canon EOS 1D |
Manufacturer | Sony | Canon |
Release Date and Price |
Sony a290 |
Canon EOS 1D |
Release Year | 2010 | 2001 |
Release Date | 2010-06-09 | 2001-09-25 |
MSRP | 499 USD | 5499 USD |
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Camera Type |
Sony a290 |
Canon EOS 1D |
Camera Type | DSLR | DSLR |
Sensor |
Sony a290 |
Canon EOS 1D |
Sensor Size | APS-C (approx 23.5 x 15.6 mm) | APS-H (approx 27.9 x 18.6 mm) |
Sensor Type | CCD | CCD |
Resolution | 4592 x 3056 pixels | 2464 x 1648 pixels |
Megapixels | 14 MP | 4,1 MP |
Image Processor | Bionz | DIGIC |
Image |
Sony a290 |
Canon EOS 1D |
ISO Range | 100 - 3200 | 100 - 3200 |
White Balance Presets | 6 | 8 |
Custom White Balance | Yes | Yes |
Image Stabilization |
Yes (Sensor-Shift) |
No |
Image Stabilization CIPA Rating | 0 stops | 0 stops |
Uncompressed format | RAW | RAW |
Optics & Focus |
Sony a290 |
Canon EOS 1D |
Autofocus Motor | Yes | Yes |
Autofocus |
Phase Detect Multi Area Selective Single Point Single Continuous |
Phase Detect Multi Area Selective Single Point Single Continuous |
Focus Points | 9 | 45 |
Lens Mount |
Sony A See Compatible Lenses |
Canon EF See Compatible Lenses |
Focal Length Multiplier |
APS-C Sensor (1.5x) 1.5x multiplier Example: 24 mm becomes 36 mm 50 mm becomes 75 mm 100 mm becomes 150 mm 200 mm becomes 300 mm |
APS-H Sensor 1.3x multiplier Example: 24 mm becomes 31 mm 50 mm becomes 65 mm 100 mm becomes 130 mm 200 mm becomes 260 mm |
Screen & Viewfinder |
Sony a290 |
Canon EOS 1D |
Articulated LCD | Fixed | Fixed |
Screen size | 2.7” | 2” |
Screen dots | 230400 | 120000 |
Touch screen | No | No |
Screen type | N/A | N/A |
Live view | No | No |
Viewfinder Type | Optical (pentamirror) | Optical (pentaprism) |
Viewfinder Coverage | 95% | 100% |
Viewfinder Magnification | 0.83× (0.55× 35mm equiv.) | 0.72× (0.55× 35mm equiv.) |
Viewfinder Resolution | N/A | N/A |
Photography features |
Sony a290 |
Canon EOS 1D |
Frames per second | 2,5 fps | 8 fps |
Minimum Shutter Speed | 30 seconds | 30 seconds |
Maximum Shutter Speed | 1/4000 seconds | 1/16000 seconds |
Built-in Flash | Yes | No |
Built-in Flash Range | 10 meters | N/A |
External Flash | Yes | Yes |
Self-Timer | Yes | Yes |
Time-lapse | No | Yes |
Metering modes |
Multi Center Weighted Spot |
Multi Center Weighted Spot Partial |
Exposure Compensation | +/- 2 (at 1/3 EV steps) | +/- 3 (at 1/3 EV, 1/2 EV steps) |
Videography features |
Sony a290 |
Canon EOS 1D |
Video recording | No | No |
Video format | N/A | N/A |
Video resolution | N/A | N/A |
Built-in Microphone | No | No |
Built-in Speakers | No | No |
Storage |
Sony a290 |
Canon EOS 1D |
Memory Card |
Memory Stick Pro Duo SD/SDHC |
Compact Flash |
Connectivity |
Sony a290 |
Canon EOS 1D |
HDMI Output | Yes | No |
Microphone Port | No | No |
Headphone Port | No | No |
Wireless | No | No |
Remote Control | Yes (Optional) | Yes (N3 connector) |
GPS | No | No |
Body & Dimensions |
Sony a290 |
Canon EOS 1D |
Enviromentally sealed | No | Yes |
Battery | Battery Pack | Battery Pack |
Battery Details |
Lithium-Ion NP-FH50 rechargeable battery & charger
|
Ni-MH Pack NP-E3
|
Battery Life (CIPA) | 290 shots | N/A |
Width | 128 mm | 156 mm |
Height | 97 mm | 158 mm |
Depth | 86 mm | 80 mm |
Weight | 549 gram | 1585 gram |