Sony a390 vs Canon EOS Rebel T2i
This is a full comparison between the cameras Sony a390 and Canon EOS Rebel T2i. We compare them by looking at the categories you see below.
Manufacturing
Sony a390 is manufacturered by Sony but Canon EOS Rebel T2i is from Canon. Both Sony and Canon are well known brands though.
These two camera models were both released 2010.Camera | Released |
Sony a390 | 2010 |
Canon EOS Rebel T2i | 2010 |
Type of camera
Both these cameras are DSLR cameras. No difference there.
Sensors / crop factor
These cameras have different sensors. Sony a390 has a "Sony APS-C"-sensor while Canon EOS Rebel T2i has a "Canon APS-C"-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 a390 | 75 mm Sony APS-C sensor Crop factor/focal length multiplier by * 1.5 |
Canon EOS Rebel T2i | 80 mm Canon APS-C sensor Crop factor/focal length multiplier by * 1.6 |
** 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 a390 has a 14 MP (Megapixels) resolution while Canon EOS Rebel T2i has 18,7 MP. If we break down this in more detail this is the data behind the numbers:
Camera | Megapixels |
Sony a390 |
14 MP
14033152 pixels 4592 x 3056 |
Canon EOS Rebel T2i |
18,7 MP
17915904 pixels 5184 x 3456 |
Canon EOS Rebel T2i has a 28 % larger resolution than Sony a390. 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
Canon EOS Rebel T2i has a larger ISO-range than Sony a390. Canon EOS Rebel T2i has an ISO range that stretches from 100 to 12800 while Sony a390 has 100 to 3200.
Camera | ISO Range |
Sony a390 | 100-3200 |
Canon EOS Rebel T2i | 100-12800 |
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 a390
Lens compatibility chart for Canon EOS Rebel T2i
Pictures per second
Depending on what you are shooting the FPS, or frames/pictures per second, can definitely be of interest. Sony a390 can shoot up to 2,5 pictures per seconds and Canon EOS Rebel T2i can shoot up to 3,7 pictures per seconds.
Camera | FPS (Frames per second) |
Sony a390 | 2,5 |
Canon EOS Rebel T2i | 3,7 |
Ability to record movies
It is becoming more and more popular to record movies with digital cameras.
It is only one of these two cameras that support recording movies and movie clips and that is Canon EOS Rebel T2i. Sadly, the Sony a390 does not support this.
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.
Sony a390 weighs 549 gr (equal to 1.21 lb) which is 8% heavier than Canon EOS Rebel T2i and its 510 gr (or 1.12 lb).
Camera | Weight |
Sony a390 | 549 gr 1.21 lb |
Canon EOS Rebel T2i | 510 gr 1.12 lb |
Sony a390 vs Canon EOS Rebel T2i Specs
Below you will find the complete and detailed technical specs for both Sony a390 and Canon EOS Rebel T2i, 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 a390 |
Canon EOS Rebel T2i |
Name | Sony a390 | Canon EOS Rebel T2i |
Manufacturer | Sony | Canon |
Release Date and Price |
Sony a390 |
Canon EOS Rebel T2i |
Release Year | 2010 | 2010 |
Release Date | 2010-06-09 | 2010-02-08 |
MSRP | 599 USD | 899 USD |
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Camera Type |
Sony a390 |
Canon EOS Rebel T2i |
Camera Type | DSLR | DSLR |
Sensor |
Sony a390 |
Canon EOS Rebel T2i |
Sensor Size | APS-C (approx 23.5 x 15.6 mm) | APS-C (approx 22.3 x 14.9 mm) |
Sensor Type | CCD | CMOS |
Resolution | 4592 x 3056 pixels | 5184 x 3456 pixels |
Megapixels | 14 MP | 18,7 MP |
Image Processor | Bionz | DIGIC 4 |
Image |
Sony a390 |
Canon EOS Rebel T2i |
ISO Range | 100 - 3200 | 100 - 12800 |
White Balance Presets | 6 | 6 |
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 a390 |
Canon EOS Rebel T2i |
Autofocus Motor | Yes | Yes |
Autofocus |
Phase Detect Multi Area Selective Single Point Single Continuous Face Detection LiveView |
Contract Detect (sensor) Phase Detect Multi Area Selective Single Point Single Continuous Face Detection LiveView |
Focus Points | 9 | 9 |
Lens Mount |
Sony A See Compatible Lenses |
Canon EF Canon EF-S 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-C Sensor 1.6x multiplier Example: 24 mm becomes 38 mm 50 mm becomes 80 mm 100 mm becomes 160 mm 200 mm becomes 320 mm |
Screen & Viewfinder |
Sony a390 |
Canon EOS Rebel T2i |
Articulated LCD | Tilting | Fixed |
Screen size | 2.7” | 3” |
Screen dots | 230400 | 1040000 |
Touch screen | No | No |
Screen type | N/A | TFT color liquid-crystal LCD |
Live view | Yes | Yes |
Viewfinder Type | Optical (pentamirror) | Optical (pentamirror) |
Viewfinder Coverage | 95% | 95% |
Viewfinder Magnification | 0.74× (0.49× 35mm equiv.) | 0.87× (0.54× 35mm equiv.) |
Viewfinder Resolution | N/A | N/A |
Photography features |
Sony a390 |
Canon EOS Rebel T2i |
Frames per second | 2,5 fps | 3,7 fps |
Minimum Shutter Speed | 30 seconds | 30 seconds |
Maximum Shutter Speed | 1/4000 seconds | 1/4000 seconds |
Built-in Flash | Yes | Yes |
Built-in Flash Range | 10 meters | 13 meters |
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) | +/- 5 (at 1/3 EV, 1/2 EV steps) |
Videography features |
Sony a390 |
Canon EOS Rebel T2i |
Video recording | No | Yes |
Video format | N/A |
H.264 |
Video resolution | N/A |
1280 x 720 1920 x 1080 |
Built-in Microphone | No | Yes |
Built-in Speakers | No | No |
Storage |
Sony a390 |
Canon EOS Rebel T2i |
Memory Card |
Memory Stick Pro Duo SD/SDHC |
SD/SDHC |
Connectivity |
Sony a390 |
Canon EOS Rebel T2i |
HDMI Output | Yes | Yes |
Microphone Port | No | No |
Headphone Port | No | No |
Wireless | No |
Yes Eye-Fi Connected |
Remote Control | Yes (Optional) | Yes (E3 connector, InfraRed) |
GPS | No | No |
Body & Dimensions |
Sony a390 |
Canon EOS Rebel T2i |
Enviromentally sealed | No | No |
Battery | Battery Pack | Battery Pack |
Battery Details |
Lithium-Ion NP-FH50 rechargeable battery & charger
|
Lithium-Ion LP-E8 rechargeable battery & charger
|
Battery Life (CIPA) | 230 shots | N/A |
Width | 128 mm | 129 mm |
Height | 97 mm | 98 mm |
Depth | 86 mm | 62 mm |
Weight | 549 gram | 510 gram |