Canon EOS Rebel T6 / 1300D vs Sony SLT Alpha 58 — Which Is Better?
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Canon · DSLR · 18 MP · APS-C · Full HD video
Canon EOS Rebel T6 / 1300D
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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 T6 / 1300D and the Sony SLT Alpha 58 are both DSLRs with interchangeable lenses. The Canon is newer, released in 2016 against the Sony's 2013, a three-year gap. They differ by millimetres and grams: the Canon is 129 x 101 x 78 mm at 485 g, the Sony 129 x 95 x 78 mm at 492 g, slightly shallower and 7 g heavier. | ||
Released ⓘRefers to the year this camera was officially made available for sale. |
2016 | 2013 |
Announcement date ⓘRefers to the date the manufacturer publicly announced the upcoming release and general specs of this camera. |
March 10, 2016 | February 20, 2013 |
| Camera type |  DSLR | DSLR |
| Camera size | 129 x 101 x 78 mm | 129 x 95 x 78 mm |
| Camera weight | 485 g | 492 g |
| Optics | 40/100 | 63/100 |
Read the Optics ComparisonOpticsThe Sony SLT Alpha 58 is the stronger choice for cropping and handheld work in dim light. Its 20.1 MP APS-C CMOS sensor gives more pixels than the Canon's 18 MP for tightening a distant composition, and its in-body stabilisation steadies any lens you mount, where the Canon has none. The Sony also suits moving subjects, at 5 fps against the Canon's 3 fps with 15 autofocus points rather than 9. The Canon frames through an optical pentamirror viewfinder, while the Sony's electronic viewfinder, with 1,440,000 dots, shows exposure changes as you make them. Each takes only its own lenses, Canon EF-S or Sony Alpha DT. | ||
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 clips with motion, because its video frame rate reaches 30 fps against the Sony's 24 fps. The extra frames smooth panning and allow a smoother slow-down in editing. Both cap at Full HD resolution, so neither offers 4K or a built-in timelapse mode. Your editing workflow may decide the file format: the Canon records MOV, while the Sony offers AVCHD and MP4, with MP4 convenient for quick sharing. | ||
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 | 41/100 | 34/100 |
Read the Features ComparisonFeaturesFor reviewing and sharing on the go, the Canon is the better camera. Its 3-inch LCD carries 920,000 dots, double the Sony's 460,000 on a smaller 2.7-inch panel, so playback and live view checks are crisper. Its built-in Wi-Fi sends photos to a phone, a connection the Sony lacks. Flash and framing options match: both have a built-in flash, support an external flash unit, and offer a flip-out screen with live view for low-angle framing. Both lack touch control, GPS, Bluetooth and weather sealing, so geotagging hikes and rain shooting are off the table. | ||
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 | 3" | 2.7" |
Screen dots ⓘScreen dots indicate the resolution of the LCD screen by including each sub pixel. |
9200001150001500000 | 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. |
 Yes | 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. |
✗ | ✗ |
| Storage & battery | 27/100 | 32/100 |
Read the Storage & battery ComparisonStorage and BatteryThe Sony has the higher battery rating, 690 shots against the Canon's 500, favouring it for a long day away from a charger. The batteries differ, the LP-E10 and NP-FM500H, so spares must match each camera. The Canon takes SD, SDHC and SDXC only; the Sony adds Memory Stick Pro Duo and Pro-HG Duo, so existing Memory Stick media carries over. Both have a single card slot and no USB charging. | ||
| 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 Canon EOS Rebel T6 / 1300D if you shoot to share. Its Wi-Fi sends photos to a phone, its larger, sharper screen eases reviewing, and its higher 30 fps video frame rate handles motion better.
Choose the Sony SLT Alpha 58 for handheld low light and action. Its in-body stabilisation steadies every lens, its 5 fps burst with 15 AF points tracks moving subjects, and its higher battery rating favours longer outings. The electronic viewfinder previews exposure for deliberate manual shooters.