Sony HX7V vs Sony A68
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Sony HX7V vs Sony A68 Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 16MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3" Fixed Display
- ISO 125 - 3200
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 1920 x 1080 video
- 25-250mm (F3.5-5.5) lens
- 208g - 102 x 58 x 29mm
- Revealed July 2011
(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
- Launched November 2015
- Succeeded the Sony A65
Sony HX7V vs Sony A68 Overview
Let's examine more in depth at the Sony HX7V versus Sony A68, one is a Small Sensor Compact and the latter is a Entry-Level DSLR and both of them are manufactured by Sony. There is a sizeable difference among the resolutions of the HX7V (16MP) and A68 (24MP) and the HX7V (1/2.3") and A68 (APS-C) use different sensor measurements.
Snapchat Adds Watermarks to AI-Created ImagesThe HX7V was unveiled 5 years prior to the A68 which is a fairly large gap as far as camera tech is concerned. Each of the cameras offer different body type with the Sony HX7V being a Compact camera and the Sony A68 being a Compact SLR camera.
Before we go in to a thorough comparison, below is a simple summation of how the HX7V grades vs the A68 for portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.
Sony HX7V vs Sony A68 Gallery
The following is a preview of the gallery images for Sony Cyber-shot DSC-HX7V and Sony SLT-A68. The full galleries are viewable at Sony HX7V Gallery and Sony A68 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Sony HX7V over the Sony A68
HX7V | A68 | |||
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Screen sizing | 3" | 2.7" | Bigger screen (+0.3") | |
Screen resolution | 921k | 461k | Sharper screen (+460k dot) |
Reasons to pick Sony A68 over the Sony HX7V
A68 | HX7V | |||
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Launched | November 2015 | July 2011 | Newer by 52 months | |
Manually focus | Dial precise focus | |||
Screen type | Tilting | Fixed | Tilting screen |
Common features in the Sony HX7V and Sony A68
HX7V | A68 | |||
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Selfie screen | Neither includes selfie screen | |||
Touch screen | Neither includes Touch screen |
Sony HX7V vs Sony A68 Physical Comparison
If you're looking to travel with your camera, you have to think about its weight and dimensions. The Sony HX7V features external dimensions of 102mm x 58mm x 29mm (4.0" x 2.3" x 1.1") and a weight of 208 grams (0.46 lbs) and the Sony A68 has dimensions of 143mm x 104mm x 81mm (5.6" x 4.1" x 3.2") having a weight of 610 grams (1.34 lbs).
Take a look at the Sony HX7V versus Sony A68 in the new Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.Remember, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary based on the lens you choose at that moment. Following is the front view measurement comparison of the HX7V against the A68.
Taking into consideration size and weight, the portability rating of the HX7V and A68 is 92 and 64 respectively.
Sony HX7V vs Sony A68 Sensor Comparison
Often, it's difficult to visualize the contrast in sensor dimensions just by researching technical specs. The image underneath might offer you a clearer sense of the sensor sizes in the HX7V and A68.
As you can tell, both of those cameras offer different megapixels and different sensor dimensions. The HX7V having a smaller sensor is going to make shooting shallower DOF more difficult and the Sony A68 will result in greater detail having an extra 8 Megapixels. Higher resolution will also let you crop photographs a little more aggressively. The more aged HX7V will be behind with regard to sensor technology.
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Sony HX7V vs Sony A68 Specifications
Sony Cyber-shot DSC-HX7V | Sony SLT-A68 | |
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General Information | ||
Manufacturer | Sony | Sony |
Model | Sony Cyber-shot DSC-HX7V | Sony SLT-A68 |
Class | Small Sensor Compact | Entry-Level DSLR |
Revealed | 2011-07-19 | 2015-11-06 |
Body design | Compact | Compact SLR |
Sensor Information | ||
Processor Chip | BIONZ | Bionz X |
Sensor type | BSI-CMOS | CMOS |
Sensor size | 1/2.3" | APS-C |
Sensor dimensions | 6.17 x 4.55mm | 23.5 x 15.6mm |
Sensor area | 28.1mm² | 366.6mm² |
Sensor resolution | 16 megapixels | 24 megapixels |
Anti aliasing filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 4:3 and 16:9 | 3:2 and 16:9 |
Full resolution | 4608 x 3456 | 6000 x 4000 |
Max native ISO | 3200 | 25600 |
Lowest native ISO | 125 | 100 |
RAW data | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Manual focus | ||
AF touch | ||
AF continuous | ||
Single AF | ||
AF tracking | ||
Selective AF | ||
Center weighted AF | ||
Multi area AF | ||
AF live view | ||
Face detect AF | ||
Contract detect AF | ||
Phase detect AF | ||
Number of focus points | 9 | 79 |
Cross focus points | - | 15 |
Lens | ||
Lens mount | fixed lens | Sony/Minolta Alpha |
Lens focal range | 25-250mm (10.0x) | - |
Maximum aperture | f/3.5-5.5 | - |
Total lenses | - | 143 |
Focal length multiplier | 5.8 | 1.5 |
Screen | ||
Display type | Fixed Type | Tilting |
Display diagonal | 3 inch | 2.7 inch |
Display resolution | 921k dot | 461k dot |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch display | ||
Display technology | XtraFine LCD | - |
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder | None | Electronic |
Viewfinder resolution | - | 1,440k dot |
Viewfinder coverage | - | 100 percent |
Viewfinder magnification | - | 0.57x |
Features | ||
Slowest shutter speed | 30 seconds | 30 seconds |
Maximum shutter speed | 1/1600 seconds | 1/4000 seconds |
Continuous shooting speed | 10.0 frames/s | 8.0 frames/s |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Manual exposure | ||
Exposure compensation | - | Yes |
Change WB | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Built-in flash | ||
Flash range | 4.80 m | 12.00 m (at ISO 100) |
Flash modes | Auto, On, Off, Slow Sync | Flash off, Auto, Fill-flash, Slow sync, Red-eye reduction, Rear sync, Wireless, High Speed sync |
Hot shoe | ||
Auto exposure bracketing | ||
WB bracketing | ||
Maximum flash sync | - | 1/160 seconds |
Exposure | ||
Multisegment metering | ||
Average metering | ||
Spot metering | ||
Partial metering | ||
AF area metering | ||
Center weighted metering | ||
Video features | ||
Supported video resolutions | 1920 x 1080 (60 fps), 1440 x 1080 (30 fps), 640 x 480 (30 fps) | 1920 x 1080 (60i, 30p, 24p), 1440 x 1080, 640 x 480 |
Max video resolution | 1920x1080 | 1920x1080 |
Video data format | MPEG-4, AVCHD | MPEG-4, AVCHD, XAVC S |
Mic jack | ||
Headphone jack | ||
Connectivity | ||
Wireless | Eye-Fi Connected | Eye-Fi Connected |
Bluetooth | ||
NFC | ||
HDMI | ||
USB | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) |
GPS | BuiltIn | None |
Physical | ||
Environmental seal | ||
Water proof | ||
Dust proof | ||
Shock proof | ||
Crush proof | ||
Freeze proof | ||
Weight | 208g (0.46 lbs) | 610g (1.34 lbs) |
Dimensions | 102 x 58 x 29mm (4.0" x 2.3" x 1.1") | 143 x 104 x 81mm (5.6" x 4.1" x 3.2") |
DXO scores | ||
DXO All around score | not tested | 79 |
DXO Color Depth score | not tested | 24.1 |
DXO Dynamic range score | not tested | 13.5 |
DXO Low light score | not tested | 701 |
Other | ||
Battery life | - | 510 photos |
Battery form | - | Battery Pack |
Battery model | NP-BG1 | NP-FM500H |
Self timer | Yes (2 or 10 sec, Portrait 1/2) | Yes (Yes (2 or 12 sec)) |
Time lapse recording | ||
Storage media | SD/SDHC/SDXC/Memory Stick Duo/Memory Stick Pro Duo, Memory Stick Pro-HG Duo | SD/ SDHC/SDXC, Memory Stick Pro Duo |
Storage slots | 1 | 1 |
Retail price | $499 | $581 |