Sony A290 vs Sony A65

Here is a in-depth comparison of the Sony A290 versus Sony A65, both Entry-Level DSLR cameras and both of them are sold by Sony. There exists a big gap among the image resolutions of the A290 (14MP) and A65 (24MP) but they come with the same exact sensor sizes (APS-C).

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The A290 was released 17 months earlier than the A65 making the cameras a generation apart from one another. The two cameras offer the identical body type (Compact SLR).

Before we go through a complete comparison, below is a brief summation of how the A290 matches up versus the A65 in terms of portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

Here is a sample of the gallery pictures for Sony Alpha DSLR-A290 and Sony SLT-A65. The complete galleries are viewable at Sony A290 Gallery and Sony A65 Gallery.

For those who are intending to carry your camera regularly, you should factor in its weight and volume. The Sony A290 provides physical dimensions of 128mm x 97mm x 86mm (5.0" x 3.8" x 3.4") and a weight of 549 grams (1.21 lbs) whilst 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).

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Take into account, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary based on the lens you are employing at that time. The following is the front view overall size comparison of the A290 and the A65.

Factoring in dimensions and weight, the portability grade of the A290 and A65 is 66 and 64 respectively.

Typically, it's tough to see the gap in sensor sizing purely by seeing technical specs. The graphic underneath may provide you a stronger sense of the sensor dimensions in the A290 and A65.

As you have seen, both the cameras offer the same exact sensor sizing but not the same MP. You should anticipate the Sony A65 to produce more detail as a result of its extra 10MP. Greater resolution will help you crop images a little more aggressively. The older A290 will be behind when it comes to sensor technology.