Canon EOS 350D vs Sony A230
Prices & availability
Specification comparison
Highlighted rows differ between the two models.
| Specification | Canon EOS 350D | Sony A230 |
|---|---|---|
| Type | ||
| Type | DSLR | DSLR |
| Sensor | ||
| Sensor format | APS-C | APS-C |
| Resolution (MP) (difference) | 8 MP | 10 MP |
| Mount | ||
| Mount (difference) | Canon EF / EF-S | Sony A |
| Performance | ||
| Burst | 3.0 fps | 3.0 fps |
| IBIS (difference) | No | Yes |
| Build | ||
| Release year (difference) | 2005 | 2009 |
| Price (€) (difference) | €1,000 | €500 |
Verdict
Pick the Sony A230 if you need built-in stabilization and a slight resolution edge for low-light or handheld shooting, especially at the modest extra cost. The Canon EOS 350D stays the better choice if budget is tight and you can pair it with stabilized lenses or use a tripod, as the core performance difference is minimal.