Canon EOS Rebel T100 / 4000D vs Sony SLT Alpha 58 — Which Is Better?
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Canon · DSLR · 18 MP · APS-C · Full HD video
Canon EOS Rebel T100 / 4000D
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Sony · DSLR · 20.1 MP · APS-C · Full HD video
Sony SLT Alpha 58
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| General | ||
Read the General ComparisonGeneralThe Canon EOS Rebel T100 / 4000D and the Sony SLT Alpha 58 are both APS-C DSLRs, but each takes you into a different lens system. The 2018 Canon uses the Canon EF-S mount, and the 2013 Sony uses the Sony Alpha DT mount. The Canon is the lighter body at 475 g against 492 g, a 17 g difference, and both measure 129 mm wide. | ||
Released ⓘRefers to the year this camera was officially made available for sale. |
2018 | 2013 |
Announcement date ⓘRefers to the date the manufacturer publicly announced the upcoming release and general specs of this camera. |
February 26, 2018 | February 20, 2013 |
| Camera type |  DSLR | DSLR |
| Camera size | 129 x 102 x 77 mm | 129 x 95 x 78 mm |
| Camera weight | 475 g | 492 g |
| Optics | 39/100 | 63/100 |
Read the Optics ComparisonOpticsThe Sony is the stronger choice for handheld shooting in dim light, offering in-body stabilisation that the Canon lacks. It steadies the sensor with any DT lens, so you can shoot still scenes at slower shutter speeds without a tripod. It also suits moving subjects better, with 5 fps shooting and 15 autofocus points against 3 fps and 9 on the Canon. Both use an APS-C sensor format and a CMOS sensor type, and both cap the shutter at 1/4000 second for the same shortest exposure. The Sony's 20.1 MP gives slightly more room to crop than the Canon's 18 MP, and its electronic viewfinder shows settings live against the Canon's optical pentamirror. | ||
Megapixels ⓘThe higher the number of megapixels, the more detail the cameras sensor can capture. |
18 MP050 | 20.1 MP050 |
Image resolution ⓘImage resolution is measured in pixels and megapixels, width by height. The higher the number, the higher its resolution. |
5184 x 3456 | 5456 x 3632 |
Sensor type ⓘThe camera sensor captures light and records the image. Sensors vary in physical size, the number of pixels, and quality. |
CMOS | CMOS |
Sensor size ⓘThe sensor size contributes to the overall quality as well as the dynamic and tonal range a camera can capture. As a rule of thumb, the more surface there is to read the light, the more information it will capture. |
14.9 x 22.3 | 15.6 x 23.5 |
Sensor format ⓘRefers to the most commonly used sensor sizes. |
 APS-C | APS-C |
Continuous shooting ⓘThe number of sequential frames per second the camera can write to the memory card when shooting in burst or continuous mode. |
3 fps045 | 5 fps045 |
Lens mount ⓘThe lens mount will tell you what type of lens range you can fit onto the camera body. Often the same camera company will have different lens ranges for different cameras. |
Canon EF-S | Sony Alpha DT |
Image processor ⓘThe image processor in the camera converts the information collected on the sensor for digital storage on the memory card. |
Digic 4+ | Bionz |
Aspect ratio ⓘThe aspect ratio refers to the proportional difference between width and height. The most popular aspect ratios are 3:2 and 4:3. |
 3:2 | 3:2 |
Min ISO ⓘRefers to the lowest native (or 'base') ISO setting. Lower ISO are less sensitive to light but make a cleaner image. |
10030200 | 10030200 |
Max ISO ⓘRefers to the highest native (or 'base') ISO setting. Higher ISO is necessary for low-light situations or night photography, but higher ISOs often introduce grain or noise. |
64003003280000 | 160003003280000 |
Min ISO (expanded) ⓘExpanded (or extended) ISO is a digitally enhanced feature available on some cameras. It allows you to push beyond the native ISO range if necessary. |
10030200 | 10030200 |
Max ISO (expanded) ⓘExpanded (or extended) ISO is a digitally enhanced feature available on some cameras. It allows you to push beyond the native ISO range if necessary. |
128003003280000 | 160003003280000 |
Minimum shutter speed ⓘThe minimum shutter speed will tell you the longest exposure your camera can take without using an external accessory. |
3044080 | 3044080 |
Max shutter speed ⓘThe maximum shutter speed tells you the length inside 1 second the camera will capture. These can sometimes be extended with accessories such as extra external batteries. |
400080032000 | 400080032000 |
Autofocus points ⓘAutofocus points show where the camera is focusing graphically as squares or brackets in Live View or on an electronic viewfinder. These points are also used for light meter readings. |
90300 | 150300 |
In-body stabilisation ⓘIn-body Stabilization means the camera has a certain technology embedded that counteracts camera shake. |
No |  Yes |
Viewfinder type ⓘThe viewfinder type is either electronic or optical. Electronic viewfinders will have a small screen in the viewfinder. Optical viewfinders will use prisms and mirrors to look through the lens. |
Optical (pentamirror) | Electronic |
| Viewfinder dots | N/A | 144000009900000 |
| Video | 43/100 | 43/100 |
Read the Video ComparisonVideoThe Canon is the better pick for smoother motion, with a 30 fps maximum video frame rate against 24 fps on the Sony. That suits clips of children, pets or sports you may want to slow slightly in editing. Both cap out at Full HD, so neither offers 4K. The Sony gives you a choice of recording formats, offering both AVCHD and MP4, while the Canon records MOV only. Neither camera has a built-in timelapse mode. | ||
Video ⓘIndicates if this camera is capable of recording video. |
 Yes | Yes |
Max video resolution ⓘThe best resolution this camera can capture video in. Modern cameras can capture up to 8K video. |
 Full HD | Full HD |
Max video format ⓘVideo resolution measured by the greatest number of pixels possible in each frame, width by height. A higher resolution means more detail or clarity in your video. |
1920 x 1080 | 1920 x 1080 |
Max video frame rate ⓘHow many frames per second your video will capture. Most cameras have options for multiple frame rates, depending on the resolution you shoot in. For a general video, 24p or 30p is the standard, but more serious filmmakers may need a higher frame rate for creative effect. |
30 fps | 24 fps |
Timelapse built in ⓘA built in time-lapse mode will allow continuous shooting throughout a prolonged period of time to be compressed into a sped up video. |
✗ | ✗ |
Video file format ⓘDifferent cameras can record in various video file formats. The File format you record in can impact how you edit and use the files. |
MOV | AVCHD, MP4 |
| Features | 47/100 | 34/100 |
Read the Features ComparisonFeaturesThe Sony's tilting LCD makes it easier to frame shots at ground level or overhead, a control the fixed Canon screen does not offer. Its screen also has twice the dots, 460,000 against 230,000, which gives a clearer view when checking focus and playback. The Canon wins wireless convenience, offering Wi-Fi and Bluetooth for transferring photos to a phone, while the Sony has neither. The remaining compared features match. Each has a built-in flash, an external flash shoe and live view on a 2.7-inch LCD, and neither has GPS, touch control or weather sealing. | ||
Builtin flash ⓘA built-in flash will often be positioned right above the lens. This will automatically pop up when you activate it. |
 Yes | Yes |
External flash ⓘExternal flashes are often connected through a hot shoe at the top of a camera, or a cable at the side of the camera. |
 Yes | Yes |
GPS ⓘGPS features in a camera will include location metadata to each of your photographs. |
✗ | ✗ |
Weather sealing ⓘWeather sealing capabilities will give you more confidence when shooting in unfavourable conditions. |
✗ | ✗ |
| Screen type | LCD | LCD |
Touch screen ⓘTouchscreen allows you to change camera settings and access menus with a swipe of your finger, instead of using buttons. |
✗ | ✗ |
| Screen size | 2.7" | 2.7" |
Screen dots ⓘScreen dots indicate the resolution of the LCD screen by including each sub pixel. |
2300001150001500000 | 4600001150001500000 |
Flip screen ⓘA flip screen (or articulating screen) is a second screen which can flip out from the side or top of the camera. This rotating screen allows you more freedom to take photos at different angles. |
No |  Yes |
Live view ⓘLive View feature allows you to see a continuous live video of what is being seen through your lens. |
 Yes | Yes |
Wi-Fi ⓘBuilt-in Wi-Fi allows you to connect your camera and share images wirelessly. |
 Yes | No |
Bluetooth ⓘBluetooth capabilities allow you wireless control of your camera with other external devices. |
 Yes | No |
| Storage & battery | 27/100 | 32/100 |
Read the Storage & battery ComparisonStorage and BatteryThe Sony holds the advantage for long days out, with a battery rated for 690 shots against 500 for the Canon. Both take SD, SDHC and SDXC cards in a single slot, and the Sony additionally accepts Memory Stick Pro Duo and Pro-HG Duo media. Neither body charges over USB, so each battery needs its own charger, and neither has a second card slot for backup. | ||
| Memory card | SD / SDHC / SDXC | SD / SDHC / SDXC, Memory Stick Pro Duo / Pro-HG Duo |
| Dual memory card slots | ✗ | ✗ |
| Battery type | LP-E10 | NP-FM500H |
Battery life ⓘApproximately how long this cameras battery will last measured by how many photographs you will be able to take. |
500 shots1505000 | 690 shots1505000 |
| USB charging | ✗ | ✗ |
Read: Verdict
Verdict
Choose the Sony SLT Alpha 58 if you shoot handheld in mixed light, chase moving subjects, or work long days on one charge. Its in-body stabilisation, 5 fps burst, 15 autofocus points, tilting screen and 690-shot battery rating all support that kind of photography.
Choose the Canon EOS Rebel T100 / 4000D if a wireless workflow matters more. Its Wi-Fi and Bluetooth make phone transfer simple, and its 30 fps maximum video frame rate gives smoother motion than the Sony's 24 fps. Stabilisation and battery favour the Sony, while connectivity and frame rate favour the Canon.