Nikon D5200 vs Sony A68

In this article, we are comparing the Nikon D5200 vs Sony A68, both Entry-Level DSLR cameras by competitors Nikon and Sony. The sensor resolution of the D5200 (24MP) and the A68 (24MP) is very comparable and they use the same exact sensor dimensions (APS-C).

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The D5200 was released 3 years before the A68 and that is a fairly significant gap as far as camera technology is concerned. Each of these cameras offer the identical body type (Compact SLR).

Before going through a more detailed comparison, below is a simple synopsis of how the D5200 scores against the A68 for portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.

Here is a sample of the gallery pics for Nikon D5200 and Sony SLT-A68. The complete galleries are viewable at Nikon D5200 Gallery and Sony A68 Gallery.

For anybody who is going to lug around your camera regularly, you'll have to think about its weight and dimensions. The Nikon D5200 has outside measurements of 129mm x 98mm x 78mm (5.1" x 3.9" x 3.1") with a weight of 555 grams (1.22 lbs) while the Sony A68 has dimensions of 143mm x 104mm x 81mm (5.6" x 4.1" x 3.2") with a weight of 610 grams (1.34 lbs).

Compare the Nikon D5200 vs Sony A68 in the latest Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Take into consideration, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change dependant on the lens you use at that moment. Here is the front view sizing comparison of the D5200 versus the A68.

Taking into consideration dimensions and weight, the portability grade of the D5200 and A68 is 66 and 64 respectively.

Sometimes, it is difficult to visualize the contrast in sensor measurements merely by checking out specifications. The photograph underneath will help give you a stronger sense of the sensor measurements in the D5200 and A68.

Plainly, each of the cameras enjoy the same exact sensor sizing and the identical megapixels and you should expect comparable quality of pictures though you may want to take the production date of the cameras into account. The older D5200 will be disadvantaged when it comes to sensor tech.