Sony W560 vs Sony A68

Following is a comprehensive comparison of the Sony W560 and Sony A68, one is a Ultracompact and the latter is a Entry-Level DSLR and both are created by Sony. There is a sizeable difference among the resolutions of the W560 (14MP) and A68 (24MP) and the W560 (1/2.3") and A68 (APS-C) offer different sensor sizes.

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The W560 was launched 5 years earlier than the A68 which is a fairly large gap as far as camera tech is concerned. Both of these cameras feature different body design with the Sony W560 being a Ultracompact camera and the Sony A68 being a Compact SLR camera.

Before we go straight to a full comparison, here is a concise synopsis of how the W560 grades against the A68 in regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

This is a preview of the gallery photos for Sony Cyber-shot DSC-W560 and Sony SLT-A68. The complete galleries are viewable at Sony W560 Gallery and Sony A68 Gallery.

If you're going to carry around your camera regularly, you'll have to factor its weight and measurements. The Sony W560 offers physical dimensions of 94mm x 56mm x 19mm (3.7" x 2.2" x 0.7") and a weight of 110 grams (0.24 lbs) and the Sony A68 has proportions of 143mm x 104mm x 81mm (5.6" x 4.1" x 3.2") accompanied by a weight of 610 grams (1.34 lbs).

See the Sony W560 and Sony A68 in the new Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Keep in mind, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ based on the lens you are utilising during that time. Underneath is a front view sizing comparison of the W560 against the A68.

Considering size and weight, the portability rating of the W560 and A68 is 96 and 64 respectively.

Often, it's hard to visualize the gap in sensor sizes purely by viewing a spec sheet. The picture here should provide you a clearer sense of the sensor sizes in the W560 and A68.

Clearly, each of the cameras come with different megapixels and different sensor sizes. The W560 due to its smaller sensor is going to make achieving shallower DOF harder and the Sony A68 will provide you with more detail utilizing its extra 10MP. Higher resolution can also help you crop pictures a good deal more aggressively. The more aged W560 will be behind when it comes to sensor tech.