Sony A300 vs Sony A68
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![Sony Alpha DSLR-A300 front Sony Alpha DSLR-A300 front](https://pxlmag.com/db/images/cameras/w300/nolens/Sony-Alpha-DSLR-A300-ek-fn.jpg)
![Sony SLT-A68 front Sony SLT-A68 front](https://pxlmag.com/db/images/cameras/gallery/medium/Sony-SLT-A68/Sony-A68-front.jpg)
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Sony A300 vs Sony A68 Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 10MP - APS-C Sensor
- 2.7" Tilting Screen
- ISO 100 - 3200
- Sensor based Image Stabilization
- No Video
- Sony/Minolta Alpha Mount
- 632g - 131 x 99 x 75mm
- Introduced January 2008
- Newer Model is Sony A330
(Full Review)
- 24MP - APS-C Sensor
- 2.7" Tilting Screen
- ISO 100 - 25600
- Sensor based Image Stabilization
- 1920 x 1080 video
- Sony/Minolta Alpha Mount
- 610g - 143 x 104 x 81mm
- Introduced November 2015
- Replaced the Sony A65
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Sony A300 vs Sony A68 Overview
Its time to look a bit more in depth at the Sony A300 vs Sony A68, both Entry-Level DSLR cameras and both of them are created by Sony. There exists a noticeable gap among the resolutions of the A300 (10MP) and A68 (24MP) but both cameras boast the identical sensor size (APS-C).
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The A300 was announced 8 years earlier than the A68 which is a fairly sizable difference as far as camera technology is concerned. The two cameras feature the same body design (Compact SLR).
Before delving right into a step-by-step comparison, here is a simple synopsis of how the A300 grades versus the A68 in regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall score.
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Sony A300 vs Sony A68 Gallery
Below is a preview of the gallery photos for Sony Alpha DSLR-A300 & Sony SLT-A68. The whole galleries are viewable at Sony A300 Gallery & Sony A68 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Sony A300 over the Sony A68
A300 | A68 |
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Reasons to pick Sony A68 over the Sony A300
A68 | A300 | |||
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Introduced | November 2015 | ![]() | January 2008 | More modern by 94 months |
Screen resolution | 461k | ![]() | 230k | Clearer screen (+231k dot) |
Common features in the Sony A300 and Sony A68
A300 | A68 | |||
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Manual focus | ![]() | More exact focus | ||
Screen type | Tilting | ![]() | Tilting | Tilting screen |
Screen size | 2.7" | ![]() | 2.7" | Same screen size |
Selfie screen | ![]() | Neither contains selfie screen | ||
Touch screen | ![]() | Absent Touch screen |
Sony A300 vs Sony A68 Physical Comparison
When you are going to carry around your camera regularly, you have to think about its weight and size. The Sony A300 has got outer measurements of 131mm x 99mm x 75mm (5.2" x 3.9" x 3.0") along with a weight of 632 grams (1.39 lbs) and the Sony A68 has specifications of 143mm x 104mm x 81mm (5.6" x 4.1" x 3.2") having a weight of 610 grams (1.34 lbs).
Compare the Sony A300 vs Sony A68 in our completely new Camera plus Lens Size Comparison Tool.![Camera Size Comparison with Lenses Camera Size Comparison with Lenses](https://pxlmag.com/db/assets/camera-size-comparison-animation.gif)
Always remember, the weight of an ILC will vary depending on the lens you use at that time. Here is a front view dimensions comparison of the A300 compared to the A68.
![Sony A300 vs Sony A68 size comparison Sony A300 vs Sony A68 size comparison](https://pxlmag.com/db/images/camera-compare/Sony-Alpha-DSLR-A300-vs-Sony-SLT-A68-size-comparison.jpg)
Taking into consideration dimensions and weight, the portability grade of the A300 and A68 is 64 and 64 respectively.
![Sony A300 vs Sony A68 top view buttons comparison Sony A300 vs Sony A68 top view buttons comparison](https://pxlmag.com/db/images/camera-compare/Sony-Alpha-DSLR-A300-vs-Sony-SLT-A68-top-view-buttons-comparison.jpg)
Sony A300 vs Sony A68 Sensor Comparison
Typically, its difficult to envision the difference in sensor sizes merely by researching technical specs. The pic below may provide you a more clear sense of the sensor sizing in the A300 and A68.
As you have seen, both of those cameras feature the identical sensor size albeit not the same resolution. You can count on the Sony A68 to render greater detail with its extra 14MP. Higher resolution will let you crop shots way more aggressively. The more aged A300 will be disadvantaged when it comes to sensor innovation.
![Sony A300 vs Sony A68 sensor size comparison Sony A300 vs Sony A68 sensor size comparison](https://pxlmag.com/db/images/sensor-compare/Sony-Alpha-DSLR-A300-vs-Sony-SLT-A68-sensor-size-comparison.png)
Sony A300 vs Sony A68 Screen and ViewFinder
![Sony A300 vs Sony A68 Screen and Viewfinder comparison Sony A300 vs Sony A68 Screen and Viewfinder comparison](https://pxlmag.com/db/images/camera-compare/Sony-Alpha-DSLR-A300-vs-Sony-SLT-A68-screen-back-comparison.jpg)
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Sony A300 vs Sony A68 Specifications
Sony Alpha DSLR-A300 | Sony SLT-A68 | |
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General Information | ||
Company | Sony | Sony |
Model | Sony Alpha DSLR-A300 | Sony SLT-A68 |
Class | Entry-Level DSLR | Entry-Level DSLR |
Introduced | 2008-01-30 | 2015-11-06 |
Body design | Compact SLR | Compact SLR |
Sensor Information | ||
Processor | - | Bionz X |
Sensor type | CCD | CMOS |
Sensor size | APS-C | APS-C |
Sensor measurements | 23.6 x 15.8mm | 23.5 x 15.6mm |
Sensor area | 372.9mm² | 366.6mm² |
Sensor resolution | 10 megapixels | 24 megapixels |
Anti aliasing filter | ||
Aspect ratio | - | 3:2 and 16:9 |
Maximum resolution | 3872 x 2592 | 6000 x 4000 |
Maximum native ISO | 3200 | 25600 |
Lowest native ISO | 100 | 100 |
RAW images | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Manual focus | ||
AF touch | ||
Continuous AF | ||
Single AF | ||
AF tracking | ||
Selective AF | ||
AF center weighted | ||
AF multi area | ||
AF live view | ||
Face detection AF | ||
Contract detection AF | ||
Phase detection AF | ||
Number of focus points | 9 | 79 |
Cross focus points | - | 15 |
Lens | ||
Lens mounting type | Sony/Minolta Alpha | Sony/Minolta Alpha |
Available lenses | 143 | 143 |
Focal length multiplier | 1.5 | 1.5 |
Screen | ||
Screen type | Tilting | Tilting |
Screen sizing | 2.7 inch | 2.7 inch |
Screen resolution | 230 thousand dot | 461 thousand dot |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch screen | ||
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder type | Optical (pentamirror) | Electronic |
Viewfinder resolution | - | 1,440 thousand dot |
Viewfinder coverage | 95% | 100% |
Viewfinder magnification | 0.49x | 0.57x |
Features | ||
Lowest shutter speed | 30s | 30s |
Highest shutter speed | 1/4000s | 1/4000s |
Continuous shooting speed | 3.0 frames/s | 8.0 frames/s |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Manually set exposure | ||
Exposure compensation | Yes | Yes |
Set WB | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Inbuilt flash | ||
Flash range | 12.00 m (at ISO 100) | 12.00 m (at ISO 100) |
Flash options | Auto, Red-Eye, Slow, Red-Eye Slow, Rear curtain, wireless | Flash off, Auto, Fill-flash, Slow sync, Red-eye reduction, Rear sync, Wireless, High Speed sync |
Hot shoe | ||
AEB | ||
White balance bracketing | ||
Highest flash sync | - | 1/160s |
Exposure | ||
Multisegment metering | ||
Average metering | ||
Spot metering | ||
Partial metering | ||
AF area metering | ||
Center weighted metering | ||
Video features | ||
Video resolutions | - | 1920 x 1080 (60i, 30p, 24p), 1440 x 1080, 640 x 480 |
Maximum video resolution | None | 1920x1080 |
Video data format | - | MPEG-4, AVCHD, XAVC S |
Microphone input | ||
Headphone input | ||
Connectivity | ||
Wireless | None | Eye-Fi Connected |
Bluetooth | ||
NFC | ||
HDMI | ||
USB | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) |
GPS | None | None |
Physical | ||
Environmental seal | ||
Water proof | ||
Dust proof | ||
Shock proof | ||
Crush proof | ||
Freeze proof | ||
Weight | 632 gr (1.39 pounds) | 610 gr (1.34 pounds) |
Physical dimensions | 131 x 99 x 75mm (5.2" x 3.9" x 3.0") | 143 x 104 x 81mm (5.6" x 4.1" x 3.2") |
DXO scores | ||
DXO All around score | 64 | 79 |
DXO Color Depth score | 22.5 | 24.1 |
DXO Dynamic range score | 11.4 | 13.5 |
DXO Low light score | 538 | 701 |
Other | ||
Battery life | - | 510 shots |
Type of battery | - | Battery Pack |
Battery model | - | NP-FM500H |
Self timer | Yes (2 or 10 sec) | Yes (Yes (2 or 12 sec)) |
Time lapse recording | ||
Type of storage | Compact Flash | SD/ SDHC/SDXC, Memory Stick Pro Duo |
Storage slots | Single | Single |
Price at launch | $0 | $581 |