Sony A700 vs Sony A6000

Here, we are comparing the Sony A700 versus Sony A6000, former is a Advanced DSLR while the other is a Advanced Mirrorless and both are designed by Sony. There is a large difference among the resolutions of the A700 (12MP) and A6000 (24MP) but both cameras provide the identical sensor size (APS-C).

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The A700 was unveiled 7 years before the A6000 which is a fairly serious difference as far as camera tech is concerned. Each of these cameras feature different body design with the Sony A700 being a Mid-size SLR camera and the Sony A6000 being a Rangefinder-style mirrorless camera.

Before we go right into a comprehensive comparison, here is a quick highlight of how the A700 grades vs the A6000 in regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

The following is a sample of the gallery pics for Sony Alpha DSLR-A700 & Sony Alpha a6000. The full galleries are available at Sony A700 Gallery & Sony A6000 Gallery.

For anyone who is looking to travel with your camera regularly, you should take into account its weight and measurements. The Sony A700 offers outside measurements of 142mm x 105mm x 80mm (5.6" x 4.1" x 3.1") and a weight of 768 grams (1.69 lbs) whilst the Sony A6000 has proportions of 120mm x 67mm x 45mm (4.7" x 2.6" x 1.8") and a weight of 344 grams (0.76 lbs).

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Don't forget, the weight of an ILC will differ dependant on the lens you use during that time. Here is a front view sizing comparison of the A700 against the A6000.

Looking at size and weight, the portability score of the A700 and A6000 is 58 and 85 respectively.

Generally, it is hard to envision the contrast in sensor dimensions merely by looking through a spec sheet. The image underneath will help give you a better sense of the sensor sizing in the A700 and A6000.

Clearly, both the cameras feature the identical sensor size but not the same MP. You can expect to see the Sony A6000 to provide you with greater detail having an extra 12MP. Greater resolution will help you crop photos way more aggressively. The more aged A700 will be behind when it comes to sensor innovation.