Sony A500 vs Sony A65

Here, we will be analyzing the Sony A500 vs Sony A65, both Entry-Level DSLR digital cameras and both are created by Sony. There is a sizeable difference between the sensor resolutions of the A500 (12MP) and A65 (24MP) but both cameras offer the identical sensor dimensions (APS-C).

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The A500 was brought out 3 years before the A65 which is quite a large gap as far as tech is concerned. The two cameras feature the same body design (Compact SLR).

Before diving into a comprehensive comparison, here is a short summation of how the A500 matches up versus the A65 in relation to portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

Here is a preview of the gallery photos for Sony Alpha DSLR-A500 and Sony SLT-A65. The entire galleries are viewable at Sony A500 Gallery and Sony A65 Gallery.

For anybody who is looking to travel with your camera regularly, you will need to factor in its weight and measurements. The Sony A500 has got physical measurements of 137mm x 104mm x 84mm (5.4" x 4.1" x 3.3") accompanied by a weight of 630 grams (1.39 lbs) while the Sony A65 has proportions of 132mm x 97mm x 81mm (5.2" x 3.8" x 3.2") having a weight of 622 grams (1.37 lbs).

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Do not forget, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary depending on the lens you have at that time. Following is a front view measurements comparison of the A500 vs the A65.

Using size and weight, the portability grade of the A500 and A65 is 63 and 64 respectively.

In many cases, its tough to visualise the contrast between sensor dimensions merely by checking specifications. The pic below may offer you a clearer sense of the sensor sizing in the A500 and A65.

To sum up, the two cameras come with the identical sensor size albeit not the same megapixels. You should count on the Sony A65 to resolve extra detail having its extra 12 Megapixels. Higher resolution will also allow you to crop shots a good deal more aggressively. The more aged A500 is going to be disadvantaged with regard to sensor innovation.