Sony T900 vs Sony A68

The following is a in-depth overview of the Sony T900 versus Sony A68, former is a Ultracompact while the latter is a Entry-Level DSLR and they are both offered by Sony. There is a sizable difference among the resolutions of the T900 (12MP) and A68 (24MP) and the T900 (1/2.3") and A68 (APS-C) enjoy totally different sensor sizing.

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The T900 was introduced 7 years earlier than the A68 which is a fairly significant difference as far as camera tech is concerned. Both of these cameras offer different body type with the Sony T900 being a Ultracompact camera and the Sony A68 being a Compact SLR camera.

Before we go straight into a in-depth comparison, below is a simple summary of how the T900 matches up versus the A68 when it comes to portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

Following is a preview of the gallery photos for Sony Cyber-shot DSC-T900 & Sony SLT-A68. The whole galleries are viewable at Sony T900 Gallery & Sony A68 Gallery.

If you're aiming to travel with your camera often, you'll need to consider its weight and dimensions. The Sony T900 enjoys outside dimensions of 98mm x 58mm x 16mm (3.9" x 2.3" x 0.6") and a weight of 143 grams (0.32 lbs) whilst the Sony A68 has dimensions of 143mm x 104mm x 81mm (5.6" x 4.1" x 3.2") and a weight of 610 grams (1.34 lbs).

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Remember, the weight of an ILC will change based on the lens you have attached at that moment. Here is the front view measurements comparison of the T900 versus the A68.

Looking at size and weight, the portability score of the T900 and A68 is 96 and 64 respectively.

Oftentimes, it is very hard to visualise the contrast in sensor dimensions only by seeing a spec sheet. The picture underneath should offer you a better sense of the sensor dimensions in the T900 and A68.

As you can see, each of the cameras offer different megapixel count and different sensor dimensions. The T900 with its smaller sensor will make shooting shallower DOF more challenging and the Sony A68 will show extra detail using its extra 12MP. Higher resolution will help you crop photographs a little more aggressively. The more aged T900 will be disadvantaged with regard to sensor technology.