• APS-C 369.7mm2
  • 10.2 megapixels
  • ISO 100 - 3200
  • 35mm 847.3mm2
  • 24.2 megapixels
  • ISO 100 - 51,200

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Differences

Sony DSLR-A330 advantages over Sony A7C

  • More telephoto lens reach
    83 mm vs 60 mm
    Capture objects farther away with the kit lens
  • Internal flash
    Internal flash vs None
    Useful in a pinch for fill flash

Sony A7C advantages over Sony DSLR-A330

  • Tilt-swivel screen
    Tilt-swivel vs tilt-only
    Tilt and swivel the screen for maximum shooting flexibility
  • Focus peaking
    Peaker vs Non-peaker
    Your camera will highlight what's in focus
  • Larger sensor
    35mm vs APS-C
    More sensor area. Bigger is (generally) better.
  • Shoot 4K video
    4K (UHD) vs No
    Make sure you have a fast computer
  • Touchscreen
    Touch vs No touch
    Interact with your camera just like your smartphone
  • Built-in Wi-Fi
    Wi-Fi vs None
    Share your photos wirelessly
  • Built-in Bluetooth
    Yes vs No
    Always-on wireless connectivity
  • On-sensor phase detect
    Yes vs No
    Usually improves live view and video AF performance
  • External Mic Jack
    Jack vs No jack
    Improved sound fidelity when shooting video
  • Newer
    3 years vs 15 years old
    Newer cameras often support more advanced features
  • Shoots 24p video
    Yes vs No
    Gives your movies a big-screen feel
  • Lighter weight
    509g vs 765g
    Lighter weight
  • More dots on screen
    922k vs 230k dots
    Can mean greater resolution or a brighter screen
  • Shoots 1080p video
    Yes vs No
    You'll want this if you shoot video
  • More pixels
    24.2 vs 10.2 megapixels
    Higher resolution photos
  • Shoots 60p video
    Yes vs No
    A faster framerate can give you more editing options
  • Headphone jack
    Yes vs No
    Monitor audio recording while you shoot video
  • Slow-motion videos
    Yes vs No
    Shoot slow-motion videos
  • Faster shutter
    1/8000 vs 1/4000 sec
    Shoot wide open in bright light
  • Higher extended ISO
    204800 vs 3200 ISO
    Higher extended ISO can give more low-light flexibility

Similarities

Common Strengths

  • Eye-level viewfinder
    Both provide
    You'll be able to frame photos even when the sun is out
  • In-Camera Image Stabilization
    Both provide
    Reduces the effects of camera shake at slower shutter speeds
  • HDMI out
    Both provide
    Use HDMI output to monitor or review video
  • Hot shoe
    Both provide
    Off-camera flashes open new possibilities
  • Bulb shutter
    Both provide
    Hold the shutter open manually for long exposures

Common Weaknesses

  • In-camera panoramas
    Neither provide
    Stitches multiple shots into a panoramic photo
  • Built-in GPS
    Neither provide
    Geotag your photos
  • Top deck display
    Neither provide
    Check settings with a screen on top of the camera
  • Dual card slots
    Neither provide
    Gives you more storage flexibility

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The Competition

Compared to Pentax K200D

Sony DSLR-A330
Pentax K200D
  • $530
  • APS-C
  • Less expensive
  • Tiltable Screen
  • $800
  • APS-C
  • Lens selection
  • Top deck display
Sony A7C
Pentax K200D
  • $1598
  • 35mm
  • Tilt-swivel screen
  • Focus peaking
  • $800
  • APS-C
  • Lens selection
  • More telephoto lens reach

Compared to Sony DSLR-A230

Sony DSLR-A330
Sony DSLR-A230
  • $530
  • APS-C
  • Tiltable Screen
  • $549
  • APS-C
  • Less expensive
  • More viewfinder magnification
Sony A7C
Sony DSLR-A230
  • $1598
  • 35mm
  • Tilt-swivel screen
  • Focus peaking
  • $549
  • APS-C
  • More telephoto lens reach
  • Internal flash

Compared to Nikon D3000

Sony DSLR-A330
Nikon D3000
  • $530
  • APS-C
  • In-Camera Image Stabilization
  • Tiltable Screen
  • $450
  • APS-C
  • Lens selection
  • More viewfinder magnification
Sony A7C
Nikon D3000
  • $1598
  • 35mm
  • Tilt-swivel screen
  • Focus peaking
  • $450
  • APS-C
  • Lens selection
  • More telephoto lens reach

Compared to Canon EOS RP

Sony DSLR-A330
Canon EOS RP
  • $530
  • APS-C
  • In-Camera Image Stabilization
  • Fast startup
  • $999
  • 35mm
  • Larger sensor
  • Tilt-swivel screen
Sony A7C
Canon EOS RP
  • $1598
  • 35mm
  • Less expensive
  • Focus peaking
  • $999
  • 35mm
  • More telephoto lens reach
  • Wider angle kit lens

Compared to Sigma fp

Sony DSLR-A330
Sigma fp
  • $530
  • APS-C
  • Eye-level viewfinder
  • Tiltable Screen
  • $1766
  • 35mm
  • Focus peaking
  • Larger sensor
Sony A7C
Sigma fp
  • $1598
  • 35mm
  • Tilt-swivel screen
  • Eye-level viewfinder
  • $1766
  • 35mm
  • Thinner
  • More dots on screen
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