Canon 77D vs Sony A68
66 Imaging
67 Features
85 Overall
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64 Imaging
66 Features
70 Overall
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Canon 77D vs Sony A68 Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 24MP - APS-C Sensor
- 3" Fully Articulated Display
- ISO 100 - 25600 (Push to 51200)
- 1920 x 1080 video
- Canon EF/EF-S Mount
- 540g - 131 x 100 x 76mm
- Introduced February 2017
- Additionally referred to as EOS 9000D
- Replaced the Canon T6s
(Full Review)
- 24MP - APS-C Sensor
- 2.7" Tilting Screen
- ISO 100 - 25600
- Sensor based Image Stabilization
- 1920 x 1080 video
- Sony/Minolta Alpha Mount
- 610g - 143 x 104 x 81mm
- Revealed November 2015
- Earlier Model is Sony A65

Canon 77D vs Sony A68 Overview
Here, we will be analyzing the Canon 77D and Sony A68, both Entry-Level DSLR digital cameras by rivals Canon and Sony. The resolution of the 77D (24MP) and the A68 (24MP) is pretty well matched and both cameras provide the identical sensor measurements (APS-C).

The 77D was unveiled 16 months later than the A68 which makes them a generation apart from one another. Each of the cameras feature different body design with the Canon 77D being a Mid-size SLR camera and the Sony A68 being a Compact SLR camera.
Before diving into a more detailed comparison, here is a short highlight of how the 77D scores vs the A68 with regard to portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.

Canon 77D vs Sony A68 Gallery
Below is a preview of the gallery images for Canon EOS 77D and Sony SLT-A68. The full galleries are available at Canon 77D Gallery and Sony A68 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Canon 77D over the Sony A68
77D | A68 | |||
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Revealed | February 2017 | ![]() | November 2015 | More recent by 16 months |
Screen type | Fully Articulated | ![]() | Tilting | Fully Articulating screen |
Screen size | 3" | ![]() | 2.7" | Bigger screen (+0.3") |
Screen resolution | 1040k | ![]() | 461k | Crisper screen (+579k dot) |
Selfie screen | ![]() | Take selfies | ||
Touch screen | ![]() | Quickly navigate |
Reasons to pick Sony A68 over the Canon 77D
A68 | 77D |
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Common features in the Canon 77D and Sony A68
77D | A68 | |||
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Manual focus | ![]() | More accurate focus |
Canon 77D vs Sony A68 Physical Comparison
For anyone who is going to lug around your camera often, you are going to need to factor in its weight and size. The Canon 77D offers outside dimensions of 131mm x 100mm x 76mm (5.2" x 3.9" x 3.0") accompanied by a weight of 540 grams (1.19 lbs) while the Sony A68 has specifications of 143mm x 104mm x 81mm (5.6" x 4.1" x 3.2") having a weight of 610 grams (1.34 lbs).
Examine the Canon 77D and Sony A68 in the latest Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.
Remember, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary dependant on the lens you choose at the time. Underneath is a front view measurements comparison of the 77D against the A68.

Taking into consideration dimensions and weight, the portability score of the 77D and A68 is 66 and 64 respectively.

Canon 77D vs Sony A68 Sensor Comparison
Normally, it can be difficult to imagine the difference between sensor measurements simply by reading through specifications. The photograph underneath might offer you a better sense of the sensor sizes in the 77D and A68.
To sum up, each of the cameras come with the identical sensor size and the same resolution and you should expect similar quality of photos although you should really take the release date of the products into consideration. The more modern 77D should have a benefit with regard to sensor technology.

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Canon 77D vs Sony A68 Specifications
Canon EOS 77D | Sony SLT-A68 | |
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General Information | ||
Make | Canon | Sony |
Model | Canon EOS 77D | Sony SLT-A68 |
Also Known as | EOS 9000D | - |
Category | Entry-Level DSLR | Entry-Level DSLR |
Introduced | 2017-02-15 | 2015-11-06 |
Physical type | Mid-size SLR | Compact SLR |
Sensor Information | ||
Processor Chip | DIGIC 7 | Bionz X |
Sensor type | CMOS | CMOS |
Sensor size | APS-C | APS-C |
Sensor measurements | 22.3 x 14.9mm | 23.5 x 15.6mm |
Sensor surface area | 332.3mm² | 366.6mm² |
Sensor resolution | 24 megapixels | 24 megapixels |
Anti aliasing filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 1:1, 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 | 3:2 and 16:9 |
Highest resolution | 6000 x 4000 | 6000 x 4000 |
Highest native ISO | 25600 | 25600 |
Highest boosted ISO | 51200 | - |
Min native ISO | 100 | 100 |
RAW pictures | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Focus manually | ||
Autofocus touch | ||
Autofocus continuous | ||
Single autofocus | ||
Tracking autofocus | ||
Autofocus selectice | ||
Center weighted autofocus | ||
Multi area autofocus | ||
Live view autofocus | ||
Face detect autofocus | ||
Contract detect autofocus | ||
Phase detect autofocus | ||
Number of focus points | 45 | 79 |
Cross focus points | 45 | 15 |
Lens | ||
Lens mounting type | Canon EF/EF-S | Sony/Minolta Alpha |
Total lenses | 326 | 143 |
Focal length multiplier | 1.6 | 1.5 |
Screen | ||
Type of display | Fully Articulated | Tilting |
Display sizing | 3" | 2.7" |
Display resolution | 1,040 thousand dots | 461 thousand dots |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch capability | ||
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder | Optical (pentamirror) | Electronic |
Viewfinder resolution | - | 1,440 thousand dots |
Viewfinder coverage | 95% | 100% |
Viewfinder magnification | 0.51x | 0.57x |
Features | ||
Lowest shutter speed | 30s | 30s |
Highest shutter speed | 1/4000s | 1/4000s |
Continuous shooting rate | 6.0 frames per second | 8.0 frames per second |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Expose Manually | ||
Exposure compensation | Yes | Yes |
Set white balance | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Integrated flash | ||
Flash range | 12.00 m (at ISO 100) | 12.00 m (at ISO 100) |
Flash modes | - | Flash off, Auto, Fill-flash, Slow sync, Red-eye reduction, Rear sync, Wireless, High Speed sync |
Hot shoe | ||
Auto exposure bracketing | ||
WB bracketing | ||
Highest flash synchronize | 1/200s | 1/160s |
Exposure | ||
Multisegment exposure | ||
Average exposure | ||
Spot exposure | ||
Partial exposure | ||
AF area exposure | ||
Center weighted exposure | ||
Video features | ||
Supported video resolutions | 1920 x 1080 @ 60p / 60 Mbps, MOV, H.264, Linear PCM | 1920 x 1080 (60i, 30p, 24p), 1440 x 1080, 640 x 480 |
Highest video resolution | 1920x1080 | 1920x1080 |
Video format | MPEG-4, H.264 | MPEG-4, AVCHD, XAVC S |
Microphone support | ||
Headphone support | ||
Connectivity | ||
Wireless | Built-In | Eye-Fi Connected |
Bluetooth | ||
NFC | ||
HDMI | ||
USB | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) |
GPS | Optional | None |
Physical | ||
Environmental sealing | ||
Water proof | ||
Dust proof | ||
Shock proof | ||
Crush proof | ||
Freeze proof | ||
Weight | 540 gr (1.19 pounds) | 610 gr (1.34 pounds) |
Physical dimensions | 131 x 100 x 76mm (5.2" x 3.9" x 3.0") | 143 x 104 x 81mm (5.6" x 4.1" x 3.2") |
DXO scores | ||
DXO All around score | 78 | 79 |
DXO Color Depth score | 23.6 | 24.1 |
DXO Dynamic range score | 13.3 | 13.5 |
DXO Low light score | 971 | 701 |
Other | ||
Battery life | 600 shots | 510 shots |
Battery style | Battery Pack | Battery Pack |
Battery model | - | NP-FM500H |
Self timer | Yes (2 or 10 sec) | Yes (Yes (2 or 12 sec)) |
Time lapse feature | ||
Storage type | SD/SDHC/SDXC (UHS-I compatible) | SD/ SDHC/SDXC, Memory Stick Pro Duo |
Card slots | 1 | 1 |
Retail cost | $549 | $581 |