Sony A99 II vs Sony A68

Following is a in depth assessment of the Sony A99 II vs Sony A68, one is a Advanced DSLR and the latter is a Entry-Level DSLR and both are designed by Sony. There is a huge difference among the sensor resolutions of the A99 II (42MP) and A68 (24MP) and the A99 II (Full frame) and A68 (APS-C) possess totally different sensor sizes.

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The A99 II was announced 11 months after the A68 so they are of a similar generation. Each of these cameras offer different body type with the Sony A99 II being a Mid-size SLR camera and the Sony A68 being a Compact SLR camera.

Before going through a detailed comparison, below is a brief highlight of how the A99 II matches up against the A68 with respect to portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

Below is a preview of the gallery photos for Sony Alpha A99 II and Sony SLT-A68. The whole galleries are provided at Sony A99 II Gallery and Sony A68 Gallery.

If you are looking to carry around your camera regularly, you will want to factor in its weight and proportions. The Sony A99 II has got outside dimensions of 143mm x 104mm x 76mm (5.6" x 4.1" x 3.0") along with a weight of 849 grams (1.87 lbs) while 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).

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Remember that, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary based on the lens you are employing at that time. Underneath is the front view measurements comparison of the A99 II versus the A68.

Looking at size and weight, the portability score of the A99 II and A68 is 57 and 64 respectively.

In many cases, it is hard to envision the contrast in sensor sizes simply by researching specs. The image below will offer you a stronger sense of the sensor sizes in the A99 II and A68.

All in all, the two cameras offer different megapixels and different sensor sizes. The A99 II having a bigger sensor will make shooting shallower DOF less difficult and the Sony A99 II will render extra detail with its extra 18 Megapixels. Higher resolution can also let you crop shots a little more aggressively. The newer A99 II will have an edge with regard to sensor tech.