Size and weight are big decision factors when you are trying to find the ideal camera for your needs.
In this section, we are going to illustrate the Sony A6100 and Canon T8i side-by-side from the front, back and top in their relative dimensions. Sony A6100 has external dimensions of 120 x 67 x 59 mm (4.72 x 2.64 x 2.32″) and weighs 396 g (0.87 lb / 13.97 oz) (including batteries). Canon T8i has external dimensions of 131 x 103 x 76 mm (5.16 x 4.00 x 2.99″) and weighs 515 g (1.14 lb / 18.17 oz) (including batteries).
Below you can see the front-view size comparison of the Sony A6100 and the Canon T8i. Sony A6100 is clearly the smaller of the two cameras. Its body is 11mm narrower, 36mm shorter and 17mm thinner than Canon T8i.
Comparison image of the Sony A6100 and the Canon T8i Size, Weight and External Dimensions - Front View
Here is the back view size comparison of the Sony A6100 and Canon T8i.
Comparison image of the Sony A6100 and the Canon T8i Size and Weight - Back View
Now lets look at the top view comparison of Sony A6100 and Canon T8i.
Top View Comparison image of the Sony A6100 and the Canon T8i Size
Weight is another important factor, especially when deciding on a camera that you want to carry with you all day.
Sony A6100 is significantly lighter (119g ) than the Canon T8i which may become a big advantage especially on long walking trips.
Also keep in mind that body weight is not the only deciding factor when comparing two interchangeable camera bodies, you also have to take into account the lenses that you will be using with these bodies. Since both Sony A6100 and Canon T8i have the same APS-C sized sensor, their lenses for a similar focal length and aperture will be similar in size and weight.
Weather Sealing
Unfortunately neither the Sony Alpha a6100 nor Canon EOS Rebel T8i (EOS 850D / EOS Kiss X10i) provides any type of weather sealing in their bodies, so you have to give extra care especially when you are shooting outdoors. If weather sealing is a must-have feature for you, check these sections: Top Mirrorless Cameras with Weather Sealing Top DSLR Cameras with Weather Sealing
LCD Screen Size and Features
Sony A6100 and Canon T8i's LCD screens have the same diagonal size of 3.00 inches.
Sony A6100 features a
Tilting-only screen which is mostly only good for shooting from waist or over-the-head levels. On the other hand, Canon T8i sports a
Fully Articulated screen which is more flexible and useful, especially for taking selfies and video.
