Sony H200 vs Sony A68

Below is a thorough overview of the Sony H200 and Sony A68, one being a Small Sensor Superzoom and the latter is a Entry-Level DSLR and both of them are designed by Sony. The image resolution of the H200 (20MP) and the A68 (24MP) is pretty similar but the H200 (1/2.3") and A68 (APS-C) provide totally different sensor sizes.

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The H200 was unveiled 3 years earlier than the A68 and that is quite a large gap as far as technology is concerned. Both of these cameras feature different body design with the Sony H200 being a SLR-like (bridge) camera and the Sony A68 being a Compact SLR camera.

Before we go into a detailed comparison, here is a short highlight of how the H200 scores against the A68 in the way of portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.

Following is a preview of the gallery images for Sony Cyber-shot DSC-H200 and Sony SLT-A68. The full galleries are provided at Sony H200 Gallery and Sony A68 Gallery.

For anybody who is looking to lug around your camera often, you will need to think about its weight and volume. The Sony H200 features exterior measurements of 123mm x 83mm x 87mm (4.8" x 3.3" x 3.4") along with a weight of 530 grams (1.17 lbs) while the Sony A68 has sizing of 143mm x 104mm x 81mm (5.6" x 4.1" x 3.2") along with a weight of 610 grams (1.34 lbs).

Look at the Sony H200 and Sony A68 in the new Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Remember that, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change depending on the lens you have attached at the time. Underneath is a front view measurement comparison of the H200 versus the A68.

Factoring in dimensions and weight, the portability rating of the H200 and A68 is 67 and 64 respectively.

Sometimes, it is very difficult to see the difference between sensor measurements simply by going over a spec sheet. The graphic underneath may provide you a greater sense of the sensor sizing in the H200 and A68.

Clearly, both the cameras feature different resolutions and different sensor measurements. The H200 using its tinier sensor will make getting bokeh tougher and the Sony A68 will offer you extra detail having an extra 4MP. Higher resolution can also enable you to crop pictures way more aggressively. The older H200 is going to be disadvantaged when it comes to sensor tech.