Nikon A vs Sony RX100 III
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Nikon A vs Sony RX100 III Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 16MP - APS-C Sensor
- 3" Fixed Screen
- ISO 100 - 6400 (Raise to 25600)
- 1920 x 1080 video
- 28mm (F2.8) lens
- 299g - 111 x 64 x 40mm
- Launched June 2013
(Full Review)
- 20MP - 1" Sensor
- 3" Tilting Screen
- ISO 125 - 12800
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 1920 x 1080 video
- 24-70mm (F1.8-2.8) lens
- 290g - 102 x 58 x 41mm
- Released May 2014
- Replaced the Sony RX100 II
- Refreshed by Sony RX100 IV
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Lets look more closely at the Nikon A and Sony RX100 III, both Large Sensor Compact digital cameras by brands Nikon and Sony. The sensor resolution of the A (16MP) and the RX100 III (20MP) is relatively well matched but the A (APS-C) and RX100 III (1") boast different sensor sizing.
Japan-exclusive Leica Leitz Phone 3 features big sensor and new modesThe A was brought out 11 months prior to the RX100 III and they are both of a similar age. Each of these cameras feature the same body design (Large Sensor Compact).
Before we go into a complete comparison, here is a simple synopsis of how the A matches up versus the RX100 III with respect to portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.
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This is a preview of the gallery photos for Nikon Coolpix A & Sony Cyber-shot DSC-RX100 III. The entire galleries are provided at Nikon A Gallery & Sony RX100 III Gallery.
Reasons to pick Nikon A over the Sony RX100 III
| A | RX100 III |
|---|
Reasons to pick Sony RX100 III over the Nikon A
| RX100 III | A | |||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Released | May 2014 |  | June 2013 | Fresher by 11 months |
| Screen type | Tilting |  | Fixed | Tilting screen |
| Screen resolution | 1229k |  | 921k | Crisper screen (+308k dot) |
| Selfie screen |  | Take selfies |
Common features in the Nikon A and Sony RX100 III
| A | RX100 III | |||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Manual focus |  | Dial exact focusing | ||
| Screen size | 3" |  | 3" | Same screen measurement |
| Touch friendly screen |  | Lacking Touch friendly screen |
Nikon A vs Sony RX100 III Physical Comparison
For anyone who is planning to carry your camera frequently, you will want to think about its weight and dimensions. The Nikon A features outer measurements of 111mm x 64mm x 40mm (4.4" x 2.5" x 1.6") having a weight of 299 grams (0.66 lbs) and the Sony RX100 III has dimensions of 102mm x 58mm x 41mm (4.0" x 2.3" x 1.6") along with a weight of 290 grams (0.64 lbs).
Examine the Nikon A and Sony RX100 III in our completely new Camera plus Lens Size Comparison Tool.
Do not forget, the weight of an ILC will change based on the lens you choose at that time. Underneath is a front view overall size comparison of the A versus the RX100 III.
Using dimensions and weight, the portability score of the A and RX100 III is 88 and 89 respectively.
Nikon A vs Sony RX100 III Sensor Comparison
More often than not, it is difficult to visualize the contrast between sensor sizing just by reading through specs. The graphic underneath should offer you a better sense of the sensor measurements in the A and RX100 III.
As you can plainly see, each of the cameras feature different megapixels and different sensor sizing. The A because of its bigger sensor is going to make achieving shallow DOF less difficult and the Sony RX100 III will give you more detail having its extra 4MP. Higher resolution will enable you to crop photographs way more aggressively. The older A is going to be behind with regard to sensor tech.
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Nikon A vs Sony RX100 III Specifications
| Nikon Coolpix A | Sony Cyber-shot DSC-RX100 III | |
|---|---|---|
| General Information | ||
| Brand Name | Nikon | Sony |
| Model | Nikon Coolpix A | Sony Cyber-shot DSC-RX100 III |
| Type | Large Sensor Compact | Large Sensor Compact |
| Launched | 2013-06-06 | 2014-05-15 |
| Body design | Large Sensor Compact | Large Sensor Compact |
| Sensor Information | ||
| Powered by | - | Bionz X |
| Sensor type | CMOS | BSI-CMOS |
| Sensor size | APS-C | 1" |
| Sensor dimensions | 23.6 x 15.7mm | 13.2 x 8.8mm |
| Sensor surface area | 370.5mm² | 116.2mm² |
| Sensor resolution | 16 megapixel | 20 megapixel |
| Anti aliasing filter | ||
| Aspect ratio | - | 1:1, 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 |
| Maximum resolution | 4928 x 3264 | 5472 x 3648 |
| Maximum native ISO | 6400 | 12800 |
| Maximum boosted ISO | 25600 | - |
| Min native ISO | 100 | 125 |
| RAW support | ||
| Autofocusing | ||
| Focus manually | ||
| AF touch | ||
| Continuous AF | ||
| AF single | ||
| AF tracking | ||
| AF selectice | ||
| AF center weighted | ||
| AF multi area | ||
| Live view AF | ||
| Face detection focusing | ||
| Contract detection focusing | ||
| Phase detection focusing | ||
| Number of focus points | - | 25 |
| Cross focus points | - | - |
| Lens | ||
| Lens mount | fixed lens | fixed lens |
| Lens focal range | 28mm (1x) | 24-70mm (2.9x) |
| Maximum aperture | f/2.8 | f/1.8-2.8 |
| Macro focus distance | 10cm | 5cm |
| Focal length multiplier | 1.5 | 2.7 |
| Screen | ||
| Screen type | Fixed Type | Tilting |
| Screen sizing | 3" | 3" |
| Screen resolution | 921k dot | 1,229k dot |
| Selfie friendly | ||
| Liveview | ||
| Touch capability | ||
| Screen technology | TFT LCD monitor | - |
| Viewfinder Information | ||
| Viewfinder | Optical (optional) | Electronic |
| Viewfinder resolution | - | 1,440k dot |
| Viewfinder coverage | - | 100 percent |
| Viewfinder magnification | - | 0.59x |
| Features | ||
| Slowest shutter speed | 30s | 30s |
| Maximum shutter speed | 1/2000s | 1/2000s |
| Continuous shooting speed | 4.0 frames per sec | 10.0 frames per sec |
| Shutter priority | ||
| Aperture priority | ||
| Expose Manually | ||
| Exposure compensation | Yes | Yes |
| Custom WB | ||
| Image stabilization | ||
| Built-in flash | ||
| Flash range | 11.50 m | - |
| Flash modes | Auto, On, Off, Red-Eye, Slow-sync | - |
| Hot shoe | ||
| Auto exposure bracketing | ||
| White balance bracketing | ||
| Maximum flash sync | 1/2000s | 1/2000s |
| Exposure | ||
| Multisegment | ||
| Average | ||
| Spot | ||
| Partial | ||
| AF area | ||
| Center weighted | ||
| Video features | ||
| Video resolutions | 1920 x 1080 (30, 25, 24fps), 1280 x 720p (30 fps), 640 x 480 (30, 25, 24 fps) | 1920 x 1080 (60p/60i/24p), 1280 x 720 (60p/30p/24p/120p), 1440 x 1080 (30 fps), 640 x 480 (30 fps) |
| Maximum video resolution | 1920x1080 | 1920x1080 |
| Video file format | MPEG-4, H.264 | MPEG-4, AVCHD, XAVC S |
| Mic jack | ||
| Headphone jack | ||
| Connectivity | ||
| Wireless | Optional | Built-In |
| Bluetooth | ||
| NFC | ||
| HDMI | ||
| USB | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) |
| GPS | Optional | None |
| Physical | ||
| Environmental seal | ||
| Water proof | ||
| Dust proof | ||
| Shock proof | ||
| Crush proof | ||
| Freeze proof | ||
| Weight | 299g (0.66 lb) | 290g (0.64 lb) |
| Physical dimensions | 111 x 64 x 40mm (4.4" x 2.5" x 1.6") | 102 x 58 x 41mm (4.0" x 2.3" x 1.6") |
| DXO scores | ||
| DXO All around score | 80 | 67 |
| DXO Color Depth score | 23.4 | 22.4 |
| DXO Dynamic range score | 13.8 | 12.3 |
| DXO Low light score | 1164 | 495 |
| Other | ||
| Battery life | 230 shots | 320 shots |
| Type of battery | Battery Pack | Battery Pack |
| Battery model | EN-EL20 | NP-BX1 |
| Self timer | Yes (2, 5, 10 or 20 sec) | Yes (2 or 10 sec, self-portrait, continuous) |
| Time lapse feature | With downloadable app | |
| Type of storage | SD/SDHC/SDXC | SD/ SDHC/SDXC, Memory Stick Pro Duo/ Pro-HG Duo |
| Storage slots | One | One |
| Launch cost | $778 | $748 |
