Sony A200 vs Sony A65

On this page, we will be reviewing the Sony A200 and Sony A65, both Entry-Level DSLR digital cameras and both are sold by Sony. There is a crucial difference between the resolutions of the A200 (10MP) and A65 (24MP) but both cameras boast the same sensor size (APS-C).

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The A200 was revealed 4 years earlier than the A65 which is quite a serious gap as far as tech is concerned. Each of the cameras have the same body design (Compact SLR).

Before delving straight to a detailed comparison, here is a brief summation of how the A200 grades vs the A65 with respect to portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

Here is a preview of the gallery images for Sony Alpha DSLR-A200 and Sony SLT-A65. The full galleries are available at Sony A200 Gallery and Sony A65 Gallery.

If you are looking to travel with your camera regularly, you will need to factor in its weight and volume. The Sony A200 has got outer measurements of 131mm x 99mm x 71mm (5.2" x 3.9" x 2.8") having a weight of 572 grams (1.26 lbs) and the Sony A65 has sizing of 132mm x 97mm x 81mm (5.2" x 3.8" x 3.2") with a weight of 622 grams (1.37 lbs).

Check out the Sony A200 and Sony A65 in the new Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Don't forget, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change depending on the lens you are working with during that time. Underneath is a front view dimensions comparison of the A200 compared to the A65.

Considering size and weight, the portability score of the A200 and A65 is 66 and 64 respectively.

Often, it is difficult to visualize the difference between sensor dimensions merely by reading through specifications. The picture below may offer you a greater sense of the sensor measurements in the A200 and A65.

To sum up, both of these cameras provide the same sensor dimensions albeit different MP. You should expect the Sony A65 to give greater detail because of its extra 14 Megapixels. Higher resolution will also enable you to crop pictures more aggressively. The more aged A200 is going to be disadvantaged in sensor innovation.