Sony a57 vs Sony a380
This is a full comparison between the cameras Sony a57 and Sony a380. We compare them by looking at the categories you see below.
Manufacturing
These cameras are both manufactured by Sony.
Sony a57 were released 2012 and Sony a380 was released 2009. That is a 3 years difference. In tech, this period can be of interest since technology is always improving, etc.Camera | Released |
Sony a57 | 2012 |
Sony a380 | 2009 |
Type of camera
Sensors / crop factor
Both these cameras have the same sorts of sensor (called "Sony APS-C") which means that if you compare these cameras side by side the lenses will also have the same experienced focal length. Neither of the cameras has a Full frame sensor which means that you will get a "crop factor" where the camera's sensor size affect the focal length with a multiplier.
Camera | Focal length, 50mm f/1.8 ** |
Sony a57 | 75 mm Sony APS-C sensor Crop factor/focal length multiplier by * 1.5 |
Sony a380 | 75 mm Sony APS-C sensor Crop factor/focal length multiplier by * 1.5 |
** 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)
Resolution
Sony a57 has a 16 MP (Megapixels) resolution while Sony a380 has 14 MP. If we break down this in more detail this is the data behind the numbers:
Camera | Megapixels |
Sony a57 |
16 MP
16032768 pixels 4912 x 3264 |
Sony a380 |
14 MP
14033152 pixels 4592 x 3056 |
Sony a57 has a 14 % larger resolution than Sony a380. 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
Sony a57 has a larger ISO-range than Sony a380. Sony a57 has an ISO range that stretches from 100 to 16000 while Sony a380 has 100 to 3200.
Camera | ISO Range |
Sony a57 | 100-16000 |
Sony a380 | 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 a57
Lens compatibility chart for Sony a380
Pictures per second
Depending on what you are shooting the FPS, or frames/pictures per second, can definitely be of interest. Sony a57 can shoot up to 12 pictures per seconds and Sony a380 can shoot up to 2,5 pictures per seconds.
Camera | FPS (Frames per second) |
Sony a57 | 12 |
Sony a380 | 2,5 |
Ability to record movies
It is becoming more and more popular to record movies with digital cameras.
When comparing these two cameras there is only one of them that can shoot movies and that is Sony a57. Unfortunately Sony a380 does not support recording movies and movie clips.
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 a57 weighs 618 gr (equal to 1.36 lb) which is 19% heavier than Sony a380 and its 519 gr (or 1.14 lb).
Camera | Weight |
Sony a57 | 618 gr 1.36 lb |
Sony a380 | 519 gr 1.14 lb |
Sony a57 vs Sony a380 Specs
Below you will find the complete and detailed technical specs for both Sony a57 and Sony a380, 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 a57 |
Sony a380 |
Name | Sony a57 | Sony a380 |
Manufacturer | Sony | Sony |
Release Date and Price |
Sony a57 |
Sony a380 |
Release Year | 2012 | 2009 |
Release Date | 2012-03-13 | 2009-05-18 |
MSRP | 699 USD | 729 USD |
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Camera Type |
Sony a57 |
Sony a380 |
Camera Type | SLT | DSLR |
Sensor |
Sony a57 |
Sony a380 |
Sensor Size | APS-C (approx 23.5 x 15.6 mm) | APS-C (approx 23.5 x 15.6 mm) |
Sensor Type | CMOS | CCD |
Resolution | 4912 x 3264 pixels | 4592 x 3056 pixels |
Megapixels | 16 MP | 14 MP |
Image Processor | Bionz | Bionz |
Image |
Sony a57 |
Sony a380 |
ISO Range | 100 - 16000 | 100 - 3200 |
White Balance Presets | 9 | 6 |
Custom White Balance | Yes | Yes |
Image Stabilization |
Yes (Sensor-Shift) |
Yes (Sensor-Shift) |
Image Stabilization CIPA Rating | 0 stops | 0 stops |
Uncompressed format | RAW | RAW |
Optics & Focus |
Sony a57 |
Sony a380 |
Autofocus Motor | Yes | Yes |
Autofocus |
Phase Detect Multi Area Selective Single Point Tracking Single Continuous Face Detection LiveView |
Phase Detect Multi Area Selective Single Point Single Continuous Face Detection LiveView |
Focus Points | 15 | 9 |
Lens Mount |
Sony A See Compatible Lenses |
Sony A 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 (1.5x) 1.5x multiplier Example: 24 mm becomes 36 mm 50 mm becomes 75 mm 100 mm becomes 150 mm 200 mm becomes 300 mm |
Screen & Viewfinder |
Sony a57 |
Sony a380 |
Articulated LCD | Fully articulated | Tilting |
Screen size | 3” | 2.7” |
Screen dots | 921000 | 230400 |
Touch screen | No | No |
Screen type | Xtra Fine TFT drive with TruBlack technology | N/A |
Live view | Yes | Yes |
Viewfinder Type | Electronic | Optical (pentamirror) |
Viewfinder Coverage | 100% | 95% |
Viewfinder Magnification | 1.04× (0.69× 35mm equiv.) | 0.74× (0.49× 35mm equiv.) |
Viewfinder Resolution | N/A | N/A |
Photography features |
Sony a57 |
Sony a380 |
Frames per second | 12 fps | 2,5 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 | 10 meters |
External Flash | Yes | Yes |
Self-Timer | Yes | Yes |
Time-lapse | No | No |
Metering modes |
Multi Center Weighted Spot |
Multi Center Weighted Spot |
Exposure Compensation | +/- 3 (at 1/3 EV steps) | +/- 2 (at 1/3 EV steps) |
Videography features |
Sony a57 |
Sony a380 |
Video recording | Yes | No |
Video format |
MPEG4 H.264 AVCHD |
N/A |
Video resolution |
1440 x 1080 1920 x 1080 |
N/A |
Built-in Microphone | Yes | No |
Built-in Speakers | Yes | No |
Storage |
Sony a57 |
Sony a380 |
Memory Card |
Memory Stick Pro Duo SD/SDHC |
Memory Stick Pro Duo SD/SDHC |
Connectivity |
Sony a57 |
Sony a380 |
HDMI Output | Yes | Yes |
Microphone Port | No | No |
Headphone Port | No | No |
Wireless |
Yes Eye-Fi Connected |
No |
Remote Control | Yes (Optional) | Yes (Wired or Wireless (Optional)) |
GPS | No | No |
Body & Dimensions |
Sony a57 |
Sony a380 |
Enviromentally sealed | No | No |
Battery | Battery Pack | Battery Pack |
Battery Details |
Rechargeable NP-FM500H battery & charger
|
Lithium-Ion NP-FH50 rechargeable battery & charger
|
Battery Life (CIPA) | 550 shots | 500 shots |
Width | 132 mm | 128 mm |
Height | 98 mm | 97 mm |
Depth | 81 mm | 71 mm |
Weight | 618 gram | 519 gram |