Sony A200 vs Sony A57

Below, we will be comparing the Sony A200 versus Sony A57, both Entry-Level DSLR cameras and both are built by Sony. There is a significant difference among the sensor resolutions of the A200 (10MP) and A57 (16MP) but they enjoy the exact same sensor sizes (APS-C).

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The A200 was released 5 years before the A57 which is a fairly sizable gap as far as camera tech is concerned. The two cameras come with the identical body type (Compact SLR).

Before going through a in depth comparison, below is a concise overview of how the A200 matches up versus the A57 in the way of portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

The following is a preview of the gallery images for Sony Alpha DSLR-A200 and Sony SLT-A57. The complete galleries are available at Sony A200 Gallery and Sony A57 Gallery.

For those who are intending to carry around your camera often, you're going to have to take into account its weight and dimensions. The Sony A200 provides external dimensions of 131mm x 99mm x 71mm (5.2" x 3.9" x 2.8") and a weight of 572 grams (1.26 lbs) while the Sony A57 has dimensions of 132mm x 98mm x 81mm (5.2" x 3.9" x 3.2") having a weight of 618 grams (1.36 lbs).

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Bear in mind, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary dependant on the lens you are working with at that moment. Following is the front view scale comparison of the A200 versus the A57.

Taking into account size and weight, the portability rating of the A200 and A57 is 66 and 64 respectively.

Oftentimes, it can be tough to imagine the contrast in sensor sizes only by checking out specifications. The pic below may provide you a much better sense of the sensor dimensions in the A200 and A57.

To sum up, both of the cameras posses the exact same sensor measurements albeit different megapixels. You should expect the Sony A57 to provide greater detail as a result of its extra 6MP. Higher resolution can also help you crop pictures somewhat more aggressively. The more aged A200 will be behind with regard to sensor innovation.