Samsung SL720 vs Sony A68

Below is a complete comparison of the Samsung SL720 versus Sony A68, one being a Ultracompact and the other is a Entry-Level DSLR by brands Samsung and Sony. There exists a significant gap between the image resolutions of the SL720 (12MP) and A68 (24MP) and the SL720 (1/2.3") and A68 (APS-C) feature different sensor sizing.

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The SL720 was introduced 7 years prior to the A68 and that is quite a sizable gap as far as technology is concerned. The two cameras offer different body type with the Samsung SL720 being a Ultracompact camera and the Sony A68 being a Compact SLR camera.

Before going straight into a detailed comparison, below is a short synopsis of how the SL720 matches up vs the A68 with respect to portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.

The following is a sample of the gallery pictures for Samsung SL720 and Sony SLT-A68. The whole galleries are viewable at Samsung SL720 Gallery and Sony A68 Gallery.

For anyone who is looking to lug around your camera frequently, you will need to think about its weight and size. The Samsung SL720 comes with external measurements of 92mm x 61mm x 23mm (3.6" x 2.4" x 0.9") with a weight of 168 grams (0.37 lbs) and the Sony A68 has specifications of 143mm x 104mm x 81mm (5.6" x 4.1" x 3.2") along with a weight of 610 grams (1.34 lbs).

Contrast the Samsung SL720 versus Sony A68 in the latest Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Take into consideration, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change depending on the lens you are employing at that time. Here is the front view overall size comparison of the SL720 and the A68.

Looking at dimensions and weight, the portability grade of the SL720 and A68 is 94 and 64 respectively.

Sometimes, it is very tough to visualize the difference between sensor measurements just by going over technical specs. The photograph below should offer you a greater sense of the sensor measurements in the SL720 and A68.

As you have seen, both cameras enjoy different resolutions and different sensor measurements. The SL720 having a tinier sensor is going to make shooting bokeh more difficult and the Sony A68 will offer extra detail using its extra 12MP. Greater resolution can also enable you to crop pics far more aggressively. The older SL720 is going to be disadvantaged when it comes to sensor tech.