Panasonic 3D1 vs Sony A68

In this article, we are looking at the Panasonic 3D1 vs Sony A68, one being a Small Sensor Compact and the other is a Entry-Level DSLR by brands Panasonic and Sony. There exists a sizeable gap among the sensor resolutions of the 3D1 (12MP) and A68 (24MP) and the 3D1 (1/2.3") and A68 (APS-C) feature different sensor dimensions.

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The 3D1 was unveiled 5 years before the A68 and that is a fairly large gap as far as camera technology is concerned. Both of these cameras offer different body type with the Panasonic 3D1 being a Compact camera and the Sony A68 being a Compact SLR camera.

Before diving in to a complete comparison, below is a quick summary of how the 3D1 matches up against the A68 for portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

Here is a sample of the gallery pictures for Panasonic Lumix DMC-3D1 and Sony SLT-A68. The full galleries are provided at Panasonic 3D1 Gallery and Sony A68 Gallery.

If you're intending to carry your camera frequently, you'll need to consider its weight and proportions. The Panasonic 3D1 enjoys physical dimensions of 108mm x 58mm x 24mm (4.3" x 2.3" x 0.9") along with a weight of 193 grams (0.43 lbs) and 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 Panasonic 3D1 vs Sony A68 in the new Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Bear in mind, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary based on the lens you are using at that moment. Below is the front view measurement comparison of the 3D1 compared to the A68.

Taking into consideration dimensions and weight, the portability grade of the 3D1 and A68 is 93 and 64 respectively.

More often than not, it is hard to imagine the contrast in sensor sizing purely by viewing specs. The photograph here should give you a greater sense of the sensor dimensions in the 3D1 and A68.

As you can plainly see, each of the cameras offer different megapixels and different sensor sizing. The 3D1 with its smaller sensor is going to make getting bokeh harder and the Sony A68 will result in extra detail having an extra 12 Megapixels. Greater resolution will also make it easier to crop photos a little more aggressively. The older 3D1 will be disadvantaged in sensor technology.