Canon SX620 HS vs Sony A68

Below, we are looking at the Canon SX620 HS versus Sony A68, former being a Small Sensor Superzoom while the other is a Entry-Level DSLR by brands Canon and Sony. The resolution of the SX620 HS (20MP) and the A68 (24MP) is very similar but the SX620 HS (1/2.3") and A68 (APS-C) feature totally different sensor sizes.

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The SX620 HS was released 7 months later than the A68 which means that they are both of a similar age. Each of the cameras come with different body type with the Canon SX620 HS being a Compact camera and the Sony A68 being a Compact SLR camera.

Before going through a comprehensive comparison, below is a brief overview of how the SX620 HS matches up vs the A68 when considering portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.

Below is a sample of the gallery pics for Canon PowerShot SX620 HS & Sony SLT-A68. The complete galleries are provided at Canon SX620 HS Gallery & Sony A68 Gallery.

For those who are looking to lug around your camera regularly, you need to take into account its weight and proportions. The Canon SX620 HS has got exterior dimensions of 97mm x 57mm x 28mm (3.8" x 2.2" x 1.1") and a weight of 182 grams (0.40 lbs) whilst the Sony A68 has measurements of 143mm x 104mm x 81mm (5.6" x 4.1" x 3.2") having a weight of 610 grams (1.34 lbs).

Contrast the Canon SX620 HS versus Sony A68 in our newest Camera & Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Don't forget, the weight of an ILC will vary based on the lens you are using at that moment. Underneath is the front view measurements comparison of the SX620 HS vs the A68.

Taking into account size and weight, the portability grade of the SX620 HS and A68 is 93 and 64 respectively.

Generally, its difficult to envision the gap between sensor measurements simply by reading a spec sheet. The graphic below might give you a better sense of the sensor dimensions in the SX620 HS and A68.

As you can see, each of these cameras have got different megapixels and different sensor measurements. The SX620 HS because of its tinier sensor will make achieving shallower DOF harder and the Sony A68 will deliver greater detail as a result of its extra 4MP. Greater resolution will also allow you to crop pics much more aggressively. The more modern SX620 HS is going to have an edge in sensor technology.