Sony A65 vs Sony A68

Below is a extensive review of the Sony A65 versus Sony A68, both Entry-Level DSLR digital cameras and they are both offered by Sony. The resolution of the A65 (24MP) and the A68 (24MP) is very similar and both cameras provide the same sensor sizing (APS-C).

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The A65 was announced 5 years earlier than the A68 and that is quite a sizable gap as far as tech is concerned. Both cameras have the same body design (Compact SLR).

Before delving straight to a complete comparison, here is a quick synopsis of how the A65 grades vs the A68 when considering portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.

Following is a sample of the gallery pics for Sony SLT-A65 and Sony SLT-A68. The whole galleries are viewable at Sony A65 Gallery and Sony A68 Gallery.

For anybody who is planning to lug around your camera, you should factor in its weight and dimensions. The Sony A65 has exterior measurements of 132mm x 97mm x 81mm (5.2" x 3.8" x 3.2") and a weight of 622 grams (1.37 lbs) and 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).

Compare the Sony A65 versus Sony A68 in the latest Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Take into account, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary dependant on the lens you are employing at that moment. Underneath is a front view scale comparison of the A65 vs the A68.

Taking into consideration size and weight, the portability score of the A65 and A68 is 64 and 64 respectively.

Usually, it's tough to picture the difference between sensor measurements simply by going over specifications. The graphic here may offer you a much better sense of the sensor measurements in the A65 and A68.

Plainly, both of those cameras have the same sensor dimensions and the same exact megapixels and you should expect similar quality of photographs but you would want to factor the release date of the products into consideration. The older A65 is going to be behind when it comes to sensor tech.