Canon 60Da vs Sony A99

The following is a extensive assessment of the Canon 60Da vs Sony A99, both Advanced DSLR digital cameras by rivals Canon and Sony. There exists a crucial gap between the resolutions of the 60Da (18MP) and A99 (24MP) and the 60Da (APS-C) and A99 (Full frame) enjoy different sensor sizes.

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The 60Da was launched 8 months prior to the A99 so they are of a similar generation. Both of these cameras offer the identical body type (Mid-size SLR).

Before delving straight into a in depth comparison, below is a quick introduction of how the 60Da matches up against the A99 with regard to portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

Here is a preview of the gallery images for Canon EOS 60Da and Sony SLT-A99. The complete galleries are viewable at Canon 60Da Gallery and Sony A99 Gallery.

For those who are looking to travel with your camera regularly, you will have to consider its weight and dimensions. The Canon 60Da features exterior measurements of 145mm x 106mm x 79mm (5.7" x 4.2" x 3.1") accompanied by a weight of 755 grams (1.66 lbs) while the Sony A99 has dimensions of 147mm x 111mm x 78mm (5.8" x 4.4" x 3.1") along with a weight of 812 grams (1.79 lbs).

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Always remember, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change dependant on the lens you use at that moment. Underneath is the front view physical size comparison of the 60Da and the A99.

Taking into account dimensions and weight, the portability grade of the 60Da and A99 is 59 and 57 respectively.

Quite often, its hard to picture the difference between sensor dimensions merely by reviewing a spec sheet. The image underneath will provide you a stronger sense of the sensor measurements in the 60Da and A99.

Clearly, each of the cameras enjoy different resolutions and different sensor dimensions. The 60Da due to its tinier sensor is going to make shooting shallower DOF more difficult and the Sony A99 will offer you extra detail utilizing its extra 6MP. Higher resolution will enable you to crop shots far more aggressively. The more aged 60Da is going to be disadvantaged when it comes to sensor innovation.