Sony A35 vs Sony A65
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![Sony SLT-A35 front Sony SLT-A35 front](https://pxlmag.com/db/images/cameras/gallery/medium/Sony-SLT-A35/Sony-A35-front.jpg)
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Sony A35 vs Sony A65 Key Specs
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- 24MP - APS-C Sensor
- 3" Fully Articulated Screen
- ISO 100 - 12800 (Expand to 25600)
- Sensor based Image Stabilization
- 1920 x 1080 video
- Sony/Minolta Alpha Mount
- 622g - 132 x 97 x 81mm
- Announced November 2011
- Refreshed by Sony A68
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Sony A35 vs Sony A65 Overview
On this page, we will be looking at the Sony A35 and Sony A65, both Entry-Level DSLR cameras and both are designed by Sony. There is a substantial difference among the sensor resolutions of the A35 (16MP) and A65 (24MP) but both cameras posses the same sensor sizes (APS-C).
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The A35 was manufactured around the same time to the A65 and they are both of a similar age. Both the cameras have the same body design (Compact SLR).
Before going into a thorough comparison, here is a quick highlight of how the A35 grades vs the A65 in the way of portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.
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Sony A35 vs Sony A65 Gallery
Here is a preview of the gallery photos for Sony SLT-A35 & Sony SLT-A65. The entire galleries are viewable at Sony A35 Gallery & Sony A65 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Sony A35 over the Sony A65
A35 | A65 |
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Reasons to pick Sony A65 over the Sony A35
A65 | A35 | |||
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Screen type | Fully Articulated | ![]() | Fixed | Fully Articulating screen |
Selfie screen | ![]() | Take selfies |
Common features in the Sony A35 and Sony A65
A35 | A65 | |||
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Announced | September 2011 | ![]() | November 2011 | Same age |
Manually focus | ![]() | Very exact focusing | ||
Screen dimensions | 3" | ![]() | 3" | Equal screen dimensions |
Screen resolution | 921k | ![]() | 921k | Exact same screen resolution |
Touch screen | ![]() | No Touch screen |
Sony A35 vs Sony A65 Physical Comparison
When you are intending to carry your camera frequently, you'll have to consider its weight and proportions. The Sony A35 has got outside dimensions of 124mm x 92mm x 85mm (4.9" x 3.6" x 3.3") accompanied by a weight of 415 grams (0.91 lbs) whilst the Sony A65 has measurements of 132mm x 97mm x 81mm (5.2" x 3.8" x 3.2") with a weight of 622 grams (1.37 lbs).
Compare the Sony A35 and Sony A65 in our completely new Camera & Lens Size Comparison Tool.![Camera Size Comparison with Lenses Camera Size Comparison with Lenses](https://pxlmag.com/db/assets/camera-size-comparison-animation.gif)
Take into account, the weight of an ILC will differ based on the lens you are utilizing at the time. Underneath is a front view size comparison of the A35 versus the A65.
![Sony A35 vs Sony A65 size comparison Sony A35 vs Sony A65 size comparison](https://pxlmag.com/db/images/camera-compare/Sony-SLT-A35-vs-Sony-SLT-A65-size-comparison.jpg)
Taking into consideration size and weight, the portability rating of the A35 and A65 is 69 and 64 respectively.
![Sony A35 vs Sony A65 top view buttons comparison Sony A35 vs Sony A65 top view buttons comparison](https://pxlmag.com/db/images/camera-compare/Sony-SLT-A35-vs-Sony-SLT-A65-top-view-buttons-comparison.jpg)
Sony A35 vs Sony A65 Sensor Comparison
Oftentimes, it is very hard to imagine the contrast in sensor sizing just by seeing specifications. The graphic here will offer you a stronger sense of the sensor dimensions in the A35 and A65.
Plainly, the two cameras provide the same sensor dimensions albeit different megapixels. You can count on the Sony A65 to show extra detail due to its extra 8 Megapixels. Higher resolution can also allow you to crop photographs more aggressively.
![Sony A35 vs Sony A65 sensor size comparison Sony A35 vs Sony A65 sensor size comparison](https://pxlmag.com/db/images/sensor-compare/Sony-SLT-A35-vs-Sony-SLT-A65-sensor-size-comparison.png)
Sony A35 vs Sony A65 Screen and ViewFinder
![Sony A35 vs Sony A65 Screen and Viewfinder comparison Sony A35 vs Sony A65 Screen and Viewfinder comparison](https://pxlmag.com/db/images/camera-compare/Sony-SLT-A35-vs-Sony-SLT-A65-screen-back-comparison.jpg)
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Photography Type Scores
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Travel Comparison
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Landscape Comparison
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Sony A35 vs Sony A65 Specifications
Sony SLT-A35 | Sony SLT-A65 | |
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General Information | ||
Manufacturer | Sony | Sony |
Model | Sony SLT-A35 | Sony SLT-A65 |
Type | Entry-Level DSLR | Entry-Level DSLR |
Introduced | 2011-09-20 | 2011-11-15 |
Body design | Compact SLR | Compact SLR |
Sensor Information | ||
Processor | Bionz | Bionz |
Sensor type | CMOS | CMOS |
Sensor size | APS-C | APS-C |
Sensor dimensions | 23.5 x 15.6mm | 23.5 x 15.6mm |
Sensor surface area | 366.6mm² | 366.6mm² |
Sensor resolution | 16 megapixels | 24 megapixels |
Anti aliasing filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 3:2 and 16:9 | 3:2 and 16:9 |
Full resolution | 4912 x 3264 | 6000 x 4000 |
Max native ISO | 25600 | 12800 |
Max boosted ISO | - | 25600 |
Minimum native ISO | 100 | 100 |
RAW format | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Focus manually | ||
Touch focus | ||
Autofocus continuous | ||
Autofocus single | ||
Autofocus tracking | ||
Autofocus selectice | ||
Autofocus center weighted | ||
Multi area autofocus | ||
Live view autofocus | ||
Face detection autofocus | ||
Contract detection autofocus | ||
Phase detection autofocus | ||
Number of focus points | 15 | 15 |
Cross focus points | 3 | 3 |
Lens | ||
Lens mounting type | Sony/Minolta Alpha | Sony/Minolta Alpha |
Available lenses | 143 | 143 |
Crop factor | 1.5 | 1.5 |
Screen | ||
Screen type | Fixed Type | Fully Articulated |
Screen sizing | 3 inches | 3 inches |
Resolution of screen | 921k dot | 921k dot |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch screen | ||
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder | Electronic | Electronic |
Viewfinder resolution | 1,150k dot | 2,359k dot |
Viewfinder coverage | 100 percent | 100 percent |
Viewfinder magnification | 0.73x | 0.73x |
Features | ||
Slowest shutter speed | 30 secs | 30 secs |
Maximum shutter speed | 1/4000 secs | 1/4000 secs |
Continuous shooting speed | 6.0 frames per sec | 10.0 frames per sec |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Manual exposure | ||
Exposure compensation | Yes | Yes |
Change white balance | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Built-in flash | ||
Flash range | 12.00 m | 10.00 m |
Flash options | Auto, On, Off, Red-Eye, Slow Sync, High Speed Sync, Rear Curtain, Fill-in, Wireless | Auto, On, Off, Red-Eye, Slow Sync, High Speed Sync, Rear Curtain, Fill-in, Wireless |
Hot shoe | ||
Auto exposure bracketing | ||
White balance bracketing | ||
Maximum flash sync | 1/160 secs | 1/160 secs |
Exposure | ||
Multisegment metering | ||
Average metering | ||
Spot metering | ||
Partial metering | ||
AF area metering | ||
Center weighted metering | ||
Video features | ||
Video resolutions | 1920 x 1080 (60, 29.97 fps), 1440 x 1080 (30fps), 640 x 424 (29.97 fps) | 1920 x 1080 (60, 24 fps), 1440 x 1080 (30fps), 640 x 424 (29.97 fps) |
Max video resolution | 1920x1080 | 1920x1080 |
Video data format | MPEG-4, AVCHD, H.264 | MPEG-4, AVCHD, H.264 |
Mic input | ||
Headphone input | ||
Connectivity | ||
Wireless | None | Eye-Fi Connected |
Bluetooth | ||
NFC | ||
HDMI | ||
USB | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) |
GPS | None | BuiltIn |
Physical | ||
Environment seal | ||
Water proof | ||
Dust proof | ||
Shock proof | ||
Crush proof | ||
Freeze proof | ||
Weight | 415 gr (0.91 lb) | 622 gr (1.37 lb) |
Physical dimensions | 124 x 92 x 85mm (4.9" x 3.6" x 3.3") | 132 x 97 x 81mm (5.2" x 3.8" x 3.2") |
DXO scores | ||
DXO All around score | 74 | 74 |
DXO Color Depth score | 23.3 | 23.4 |
DXO Dynamic range score | 12.7 | 12.6 |
DXO Low light score | 763 | 717 |
Other | ||
Battery life | 440 shots | 560 shots |
Battery format | Battery Pack | Battery Pack |
Battery model | NP-FW50 | NP-FM500H |
Self timer | Yes (2 or 10 sec, 10 sec 3 or 5 images) | Yes (2 or 10 sec) |
Time lapse feature | ||
Type of storage | SD/SDHC/SDXC/Memory Stick Pro Duo/ Pro-HG Duo | SD/SDHC/SDXC/Memory Stick Pro Duo/ Pro-HG Duo |
Storage slots | 1 | 1 |
Pricing at launch | $598 | $700 |