Sony a77 vs Canon EOS Kiss X10i
This is a full comparison between the cameras Sony a77 and Canon EOS Kiss X10i. We compare them by looking at the categories you see below.
Manufacturing
Sony a77 is manufacturered by Sony but Canon EOS Kiss X10i is from Canon. Both Sony and Canon are well known brands though.
Sony a77 were released 2011 and Canon EOS Kiss X10i was released 2020. That is a 9 years difference. In tech, this period can be of interest since technology is always improving, etc.Camera | Released |
Sony a77 | 2011 |
Canon EOS Kiss X10i | 2020 |
Type of camera
Sensors / crop factor
These cameras have different sensors. Sony a77 has a "Sony APS-C"-sensor while Canon EOS Kiss X10i 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 a77 | 75 mm Sony APS-C sensor Crop factor/focal length multiplier by * 1.5 |
Canon EOS Kiss X10i | 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
Both these cameras have the exact same resolution. Sony a77 has a 24 MP (Megapixels) resolution while Canon EOS Kiss X10i has 24 MP. If we break down this in more detail this is the data behind the numbers:
Camera | Megapixels |
Sony a77 |
24 MP
24000000 pixels 6000 x 4000 |
Canon EOS Kiss X10i |
24 MP
24000000 pixels 6000 x 4000 |
ISO range
Canon EOS Kiss X10i has a larger ISO-range than Sony a77. Canon EOS Kiss X10i has an ISO range that stretches from 100 to 25600 while Sony a77 has 100 to 16000.
Camera | ISO Range |
Sony a77 | 100-16000 |
Canon EOS Kiss X10i | 100-25600 |
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 a77
Lens compatibility chart for Canon EOS Kiss X10i
Pictures per second
Depending on what you are shooting the FPS, or frames/pictures per second, can definitely be of interest. Sony a77 can shoot up to 12 pictures per seconds and Canon EOS Kiss X10i can shoot up to 7,5 pictures per seconds.
Camera | FPS (Frames per second) |
Sony a77 | 12 |
Canon EOS Kiss X10i | 7,5 |
Ability to record movies
It is becoming more and more popular to record movies with digital cameras.
In this case, both Sony a77 and Canon EOS Kiss X10i can shoot movies.
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 a77 weighs 732 gr (equal to 1.61 lb) which is 42% heavier than Canon EOS Kiss X10i and its 515 gr (or 1.14 lb).
Camera | Weight |
Sony a77 | 732 gr 1.61 lb |
Canon EOS Kiss X10i | 515 gr 1.14 lb |
Sony a77 vs Canon EOS Kiss X10i Specs
Below you will find the complete and detailed technical specs for both Sony a77 and Canon EOS Kiss X10i, 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 a77 |
Canon EOS Kiss X10i |
Name | Sony a77 | Canon EOS Kiss X10i |
Manufacturer | Sony | Canon |
Release Date and Price |
Sony a77 |
Canon EOS Kiss X10i |
Release Year | 2011 | 2020 |
Release Date | 2011-08-24 | 2020-02-12 |
MSRP | 1399 USD | 749 USD |
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Camera Type |
Sony a77 |
Canon EOS Kiss X10i |
Camera Type | SLT | DSLR |
Sensor |
Sony a77 |
Canon EOS Kiss X10i |
Sensor Size | APS-C (approx 23.5 x 15.6 mm) | APS-C (approx 22.3 x 14.9 mm) |
Sensor Type | CMOS | CMOS |
Resolution | 6000 x 4000 pixels | 6000 x 4000 pixels |
Megapixels | 24 MP | 24 MP |
Image Processor | Bionz | DIGIC 8 |
Image |
Sony a77 |
Canon EOS Kiss X10i |
ISO Range | 100 - 16000 | 100 - 25600 |
White Balance Presets | 8 | 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 a77 |
Canon EOS Kiss X10i |
Autofocus Motor | Yes | Yes |
Autofocus |
Phase Detect Multi Area Selective Single Point Single Continuous Face Detection LiveView |
Contract Detect (sensor) Phase Detect Multi Area Center Selective Single Point Tracking Single Continuous Touch Face Detection LiveView |
Focus Points | 19 | 45 |
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 a77 |
Canon EOS Kiss X10i |
Articulated LCD | Fully articulated | Fully articulated |
Screen size | 3” | 3” |
Screen dots | 921000 | 1040000 |
Touch screen | No | Yes |
Screen type | N/A | TFT LCD |
Live view | Yes | Yes |
Viewfinder Type | Electronic | Optical (pentamirror) |
Viewfinder Coverage | 100% | 95% |
Viewfinder Magnification | 1.1× (0.73× 35mm equiv.) | 0.82× (0.51× 35mm equiv.) |
Viewfinder Resolution | N/A | 0 |
Photography features |
Sony a77 |
Canon EOS Kiss X10i |
Frames per second | 12 fps | 7,5 fps |
Minimum Shutter Speed | 30 seconds | 30 seconds |
Maximum Shutter Speed | 1/8000 seconds | 1/4000 seconds |
Built-in Flash | Yes | Yes |
Built-in Flash Range | 12 meters | 4 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 | +/- 5 (at 1/3 EV, 1/2 EV steps) | +/- 3 (at 1/3 EV, 1/2 EV steps) |
Videography features |
Sony a77 |
Canon EOS Kiss X10i |
Video recording | Yes | Yes |
Video format |
MPEG4 H.264 AVCHD |
MPEG4 H.264 |
Video resolution |
1440 x 1080 1920 x 1080 |
1920 x 1080 3840 x 2160 |
Built-in Microphone | Yes | Yes |
Built-in Speakers | Yes | Yes |
Storage |
Sony a77 |
Canon EOS Kiss X10i |
Memory Card |
Memory Stick Pro Duo SD/SDHC |
SD/SDHC |
Connectivity |
Sony a77 |
Canon EOS Kiss X10i |
HDMI Output | Yes | Yes |
Microphone Port | No | Yes |
Headphone Port | No | No |
Wireless |
Yes Eye-Fi Connected |
Yes Built-in (802.11b/g/n + Bluetooth) |
Remote Control | Yes (Optional) | Yes (via wireless remote or smartphone) |
GPS |
Yes Built-in |
No |
Body & Dimensions |
Sony a77 |
Canon EOS Kiss X10i |
Enviromentally sealed | Yes | No |
Battery | Battery Pack | Battery Pack |
Battery Details |
Rechargeable NP-FM500H battery & charger
|
LP-E17 lithium-ion battery & charger
|
Battery Life (CIPA) | 470 shots | 800 shots |
Width | 143 mm | 131 mm |
Height | 104 mm | 103 mm |
Depth | 81 mm | 76 mm |
Weight | 732 gram | 515 gram |