Sony A700 vs Sony A77

On this page, we will be evaluating the Sony A700 vs Sony A77, both Advanced DSLR cameras and they are both sold by Sony. There exists a crucial gap among the sensor resolutions of the A700 (12MP) and A77 (24MP) but both cameras have the same sensor measurements (APS-C).

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The A700 was unveiled 4 years prior to the A77 which is a fairly serious gap as far as camera technology is concerned. Each of these cameras have the same body design (Mid-size SLR).

Before diving right into a thorough comparison, here is a concise highlight of how the A700 grades against the A77 in relation to portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

This is a preview of the gallery images for Sony Alpha DSLR-A700 and Sony SLT-A77. The full galleries are provided at Sony A700 Gallery and Sony A77 Gallery.

For anybody who is looking to travel with your camera often, you have to factor in its weight and size. The Sony A700 provides outside measurements of 142mm x 105mm x 80mm (5.6" x 4.1" x 3.1") with a weight of 768 grams (1.69 lbs) and the Sony A77 has specifications of 143mm x 104mm x 81mm (5.6" x 4.1" x 3.2") with a weight of 732 grams (1.61 lbs).

Take a look at the Sony A700 vs Sony A77 in the new Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Take into account, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ based on the lens you have during that time. Following is a front view physical size comparison of the A700 vs the A77.

Looking at dimensions and weight, the portability grade of the A700 and A77 is 58 and 59 respectively.

Normally, its hard to imagine the contrast in sensor dimensions only by looking through specs. The image below may provide you a stronger sense of the sensor measurements in the A700 and A77.

All in all, both of these cameras provide the same sensor dimensions albeit different resolution. You should expect the Sony A77 to provide you with extra detail having an extra 12 Megapixels. Higher resolution will also allow you to crop photographs more aggressively. The more aged A700 will be disadvantaged in sensor innovation.