Nikon D5000 vs Sony A68
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![Nikon D5000 front Nikon D5000 front](https://pxlmag.com/db/images/cameras/w300/fronton/Nikon-D5000.jpg)
![Sony SLT-A68 front Sony SLT-A68 front](https://pxlmag.com/db/images/cameras/gallery/medium/Sony-SLT-A68/Sony-A68-front.jpg)
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Nikon D5000 vs Sony A68 Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 12MP - APS-C Sensor
- 2.7" Fully Articulated Display
- ISO 200 - 3200 (Expand to 6400)
- 1280 x 720 video
- Nikon F Mount
- 590g - 127 x 104 x 80mm
- Launched June 2009
- Superseded the Nikon D60
- Replacement is Nikon D5100
(Full Review)
- 24MP - APS-C Sensor
- 2.7" Tilting Display
- ISO 100 - 25600
- Sensor based Image Stabilization
- 1920 x 1080 video
- Sony/Minolta Alpha Mount
- 610g - 143 x 104 x 81mm
- Released November 2015
- Older Model is Sony A65
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Nikon D5000 vs Sony A68 Overview
Here is a in-depth review of the Nikon D5000 and Sony A68, both Entry-Level DSLR cameras by manufacturers Nikon and Sony. There is a huge difference among the sensor resolutions of the D5000 (12MP) and A68 (24MP) but both cameras boast the identical sensor sizes (APS-C).
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The D5000 was introduced 7 years before the A68 and that is a fairly significant gap as far as camera tech is concerned. Each of the cameras feature the same body design (Compact SLR).
Before we go straight to a comprehensive comparison, here is a brief view of how the D5000 matches up vs the A68 in the way of portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.
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Nikon D5000 vs Sony A68 Gallery
Following is a sample of the gallery pictures for Nikon D5000 and Sony SLT-A68. The whole galleries are available at Nikon D5000 Gallery and Sony A68 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Nikon D5000 over the Sony A68
D5000 | A68 | |||
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Display type | Fully Articulated | ![]() | Tilting | Fully Articulating display |
Selfie screen | ![]() | Take selfies |
Reasons to pick Sony A68 over the Nikon D5000
A68 | D5000 | |||
---|---|---|---|---|
Released | November 2015 | ![]() | June 2009 | Fresher by 77 months |
Display resolution | 461k | ![]() | 230k | Sharper display (+231k dot) |
Common features in the Nikon D5000 and Sony A68
D5000 | A68 | |||
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Manual focus | ![]() | Very exact focus | ||
Display size | 2.7" | ![]() | 2.7" | Same display dimensions |
Touch display | ![]() | Neither includes Touch display |
Nikon D5000 vs Sony A68 Physical Comparison
If you're looking to carry your camera, you'll have to consider its weight and dimensions. The Nikon D5000 features exterior measurements of 127mm x 104mm x 80mm (5.0" x 4.1" x 3.1") along with a weight of 590 grams (1.30 lbs) while the Sony A68 has dimensions of 143mm x 104mm x 81mm (5.6" x 4.1" x 3.2") accompanied by a weight of 610 grams (1.34 lbs).
Analyze the Nikon D5000 and Sony A68 in the new Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.![Camera Size Comparison with Lenses Camera Size Comparison with Lenses](https://pxlmag.com/db/assets/camera-size-comparison-animation.gif)
Take into consideration, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change depending on the lens you have attached at the time. The following is a front view proportions comparison of the D5000 compared to the A68.
![Nikon D5000 vs Sony A68 size comparison Nikon D5000 vs Sony A68 size comparison](https://pxlmag.com/db/images/camera-compare/Nikon-D5000-vs-Sony-SLT-A68-size-comparison.jpg)
Considering size and weight, the portability rating of the D5000 and A68 is 65 and 64 respectively.
![Nikon D5000 vs Sony A68 top view buttons comparison Nikon D5000 vs Sony A68 top view buttons comparison](https://pxlmag.com/db/images/camera-compare/Nikon-D5000-vs-Sony-SLT-A68-top-view-buttons-comparison.jpg)
Nikon D5000 vs Sony A68 Sensor Comparison
In many cases, it is difficult to visualise the gap in sensor sizing purely by checking out specifications. The visual below should provide you a stronger sense of the sensor sizing in the D5000 and A68.
Plainly, each of these cameras come with the identical sensor size but not the same resolution. You should anticipate the Sony A68 to provide extra detail using its extra 12 Megapixels. Greater resolution will also let you crop images a good deal more aggressively. The older D5000 will be disadvantaged when it comes to sensor tech.
![Nikon D5000 vs Sony A68 sensor size comparison Nikon D5000 vs Sony A68 sensor size comparison](https://pxlmag.com/db/images/sensor-compare/Nikon-D5000-vs-Sony-SLT-A68-sensor-size-comparison.png)
Nikon D5000 vs Sony A68 Screen and ViewFinder
![Nikon D5000 vs Sony A68 Screen and Viewfinder comparison Nikon D5000 vs Sony A68 Screen and Viewfinder comparison](https://pxlmag.com/db/images/camera-compare/Nikon-D5000-vs-Sony-SLT-A68-screen-back-comparison.jpg)
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Photography Type Scores
Portrait Comparison
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Street Comparison
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Sports Comparison
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Travel Comparison
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Landscape Comparison
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Vlogging Comparison
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Nikon D5000 vs Sony A68 Specifications
Nikon D5000 | Sony SLT-A68 | |
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General Information | ||
Brand Name | Nikon | Sony |
Model type | Nikon D5000 | Sony SLT-A68 |
Category | Entry-Level DSLR | Entry-Level DSLR |
Launched | 2009-06-12 | 2015-11-06 |
Body design | Compact SLR | Compact SLR |
Sensor Information | ||
Chip | Expeed | Bionz X |
Sensor type | CMOS | CMOS |
Sensor size | APS-C | APS-C |
Sensor dimensions | 23.6 x 15.8mm | 23.5 x 15.6mm |
Sensor area | 372.9mm² | 366.6mm² |
Sensor resolution | 12 megapixel | 24 megapixel |
Anti alias filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 3:2 | 3:2 and 16:9 |
Full resolution | 4288 x 2848 | 6000 x 4000 |
Max native ISO | 3200 | 25600 |
Max boosted ISO | 6400 | - |
Minimum native ISO | 200 | 100 |
RAW files | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Manual focusing | ||
Touch focus | ||
Autofocus continuous | ||
Autofocus single | ||
Tracking autofocus | ||
Autofocus selectice | ||
Autofocus center weighted | ||
Multi area autofocus | ||
Live view autofocus | ||
Face detect focus | ||
Contract detect focus | ||
Phase detect focus | ||
Total focus points | 11 | 79 |
Cross type focus points | - | 15 |
Lens | ||
Lens mount type | Nikon F | Sony/Minolta Alpha |
Amount of lenses | 309 | 143 |
Crop factor | 1.5 | 1.5 |
Screen | ||
Display type | Fully Articulated | Tilting |
Display size | 2.7 inch | 2.7 inch |
Display resolution | 230k dot | 461k dot |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch friendly | ||
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder | Optical (pentamirror) | Electronic |
Viewfinder resolution | - | 1,440k dot |
Viewfinder coverage | 95 percent | 100 percent |
Viewfinder magnification | 0.52x | 0.57x |
Features | ||
Lowest shutter speed | 30 secs | 30 secs |
Highest shutter speed | 1/4000 secs | 1/4000 secs |
Continuous shooting speed | 4.0 frames/s | 8.0 frames/s |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Manual exposure | ||
Exposure compensation | Yes | Yes |
Change white balance | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Built-in flash | ||
Flash distance | 17.00 m (at ISO 100) | 12.00 m (at ISO 100) |
Flash modes | Auto, On, Off, Red-eye, Slow sync, Rear curtain | Flash off, Auto, Fill-flash, Slow sync, Red-eye reduction, Rear sync, Wireless, High Speed sync |
External flash | ||
AEB | ||
WB bracketing | ||
Highest flash sync | 1/200 secs | 1/160 secs |
Exposure | ||
Multisegment | ||
Average | ||
Spot | ||
Partial | ||
AF area | ||
Center weighted | ||
Video features | ||
Supported video resolutions | 1280 x 720 (24 fps), 640 x 424 (24 fps), 320 x 216 (24 fps) | 1920 x 1080 (60i, 30p, 24p), 1440 x 1080, 640 x 480 |
Max video resolution | 1280x720 | 1920x1080 |
Video data format | Motion JPEG | MPEG-4, AVCHD, XAVC S |
Mic input | ||
Headphone input | ||
Connectivity | ||
Wireless | Eye-Fi Connected | Eye-Fi Connected |
Bluetooth | ||
NFC | ||
HDMI | ||
USB | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) |
GPS | Optional | None |
Physical | ||
Environment seal | ||
Water proofing | ||
Dust proofing | ||
Shock proofing | ||
Crush proofing | ||
Freeze proofing | ||
Weight | 590g (1.30 lbs) | 610g (1.34 lbs) |
Physical dimensions | 127 x 104 x 80mm (5.0" x 4.1" x 3.1") | 143 x 104 x 81mm (5.6" x 4.1" x 3.2") |
DXO scores | ||
DXO All around rating | 72 | 79 |
DXO Color Depth rating | 22.7 | 24.1 |
DXO Dynamic range rating | 12.5 | 13.5 |
DXO Low light rating | 868 | 701 |
Other | ||
Battery life | 510 images | 510 images |
Form of battery | Battery Pack | Battery Pack |
Battery ID | EN-EL9a | NP-FM500H |
Self timer | Yes (2, 5, 10 or 20 sec) | Yes (Yes (2 or 12 sec)) |
Time lapse feature | ||
Storage media | SD/SDHC card | SD/ SDHC/SDXC, Memory Stick Pro Duo |
Storage slots | One | One |
Cost at launch | $630 | $581 |