Nikon A100 vs Nikon D40X
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Nikon A100 vs Nikon D40X Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 20MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 2.7" Fixed Display
- ISO 80 - 1600 (Raise to 3200)
- Digital Image Stabilization
- 1280 x 720 video
- 26-130mm (F3.2-6.5) lens
- 119g - 95 x 59 x 20mm
- Announced January 2016
(Full Review)
Nikon A100 vs Nikon D40X Overview
Below, we will be reviewing the Nikon A100 versus Nikon D40X, one is a Ultracompact and the latter is a Entry-Level DSLR and both of them are manufactured by Nikon. There exists a huge gap between the image resolutions of the A100 (20MP) and D40X (10MP) and the A100 (1/2.3") and D40X (APS-C) enjoy totally different sensor sizes.
Body cameras now worn by bakery staff to deter stealingThe A100 was revealed 8 years after the D40X which is quite a significant gap as far as technology is concerned. Both the cameras come with different body type with the Nikon A100 being a Ultracompact camera and the Nikon D40X being a Compact SLR camera.
Before going in to a in depth comparison, below is a concise summation of how the A100 scores vs the D40X with regard to portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.
Nikon A100 vs Nikon D40X Gallery
Following is a preview of the gallery images for Nikon Coolpix A100 and Nikon D40X. The full galleries are viewable at Nikon A100 Gallery and Nikon D40X Gallery.
Reasons to pick Nikon A100 over the Nikon D40X
A100 | D40X | |||
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Introduced | January 2016 | May 2007 | Newer by 106 months | |
Screen dimension | 2.7" | 2.5" | Bigger screen (+0.2") |
Reasons to pick Nikon D40X over the Nikon A100
D40X | A100 | |||
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Manual focus | Very precise focus |
Common features in the Nikon A100 and Nikon D40X
A100 | D40X | |||
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Screen type | Fixed | Fixed | Fixed screen | |
Screen resolution | 230k | 230k | Equal screen resolution | |
Selfie screen | Neither offers selfie screen | |||
Touch screen | Neither offers Touch screen |
Nikon A100 vs Nikon D40X Physical Comparison
For anyone who is intending to travel with your camera regularly, you should factor its weight and measurements. The Nikon A100 offers exterior measurements of 95mm x 59mm x 20mm (3.7" x 2.3" x 0.8") along with a weight of 119 grams (0.26 lbs) and the Nikon D40X has proportions of 124mm x 94mm x 64mm (4.9" x 3.7" x 2.5") having a weight of 522 grams (1.15 lbs).
Contrast the Nikon A100 versus Nikon D40X in the all new Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.Remember that, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ depending on the lens you choose at the time. Below is the front view over all size comparison of the A100 against the D40X.
Considering dimensions and weight, the portability rating of the A100 and D40X is 96 and 71 respectively.
Nikon A100 vs Nikon D40X Sensor Comparison
Typically, it is very difficult to see the difference between sensor dimensions just by reviewing technical specs. The picture underneath will help give you a much better sense of the sensor sizing in the A100 and D40X.
As you have seen, the two cameras have got different resolutions and different sensor dimensions. The A100 with its tinier sensor will make getting shallow depth of field harder and the Nikon A100 will offer greater detail because of its extra 10MP. Higher resolution will also help you crop pictures much more aggressively. The fresher A100 will have an advantage when it comes to sensor technology.
Nikon A100 vs Nikon D40X Screen and ViewFinder
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Portrait Comparison
Street Comparison
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Nikon A100 vs Nikon D40X Specifications
Nikon Coolpix A100 | Nikon D40X | |
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General Information | ||
Brand Name | Nikon | Nikon |
Model | Nikon Coolpix A100 | Nikon D40X |
Category | Ultracompact | Entry-Level DSLR |
Announced | 2016-01-14 | 2007-05-27 |
Body design | Ultracompact | Compact SLR |
Sensor Information | ||
Chip | - | Expeed |
Sensor type | CCD | CCD |
Sensor size | 1/2.3" | APS-C |
Sensor measurements | 6.17 x 4.55mm | 23.7 x 15.6mm |
Sensor surface area | 28.1mm² | 369.7mm² |
Sensor resolution | 20 megapixel | 10 megapixel |
Anti aliasing filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 1:1, 4:3 and 16:9 | 3:2 |
Maximum resolution | 5152 x 3864 | 3872 x 2592 |
Maximum native ISO | 1600 | 1600 |
Maximum boosted ISO | 3200 | 3200 |
Min native ISO | 80 | 100 |
RAW files | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Focus manually | ||
AF touch | ||
AF continuous | ||
AF single | ||
AF tracking | ||
AF selectice | ||
Center weighted AF | ||
Multi area AF | ||
Live view AF | ||
Face detect AF | ||
Contract detect AF | ||
Phase detect AF | ||
Number of focus points | - | 3 |
Lens | ||
Lens mounting type | fixed lens | Nikon F |
Lens focal range | 26-130mm (5.0x) | - |
Highest aperture | f/3.2-6.5 | - |
Macro focus distance | 10cm | - |
Amount of lenses | - | 309 |
Focal length multiplier | 5.8 | 1.5 |
Screen | ||
Display type | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Display size | 2.7 inch | 2.5 inch |
Display resolution | 230k dot | 230k dot |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch function | ||
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder | None | Optical (pentamirror) |
Viewfinder coverage | - | 95 percent |
Viewfinder magnification | - | 0.53x |
Features | ||
Lowest shutter speed | 4 secs | 30 secs |
Highest shutter speed | 1/2000 secs | 1/4000 secs |
Continuous shooting speed | 1.1 frames per second | 3.0 frames per second |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Expose Manually | ||
Exposure compensation | - | Yes |
Change WB | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Integrated flash | ||
Flash range | 4.00 m (at Auto ISO) | 17.00 m |
Flash settings | Auto, auto w/redeye reduction, off, fill flash, slow sync | Front curtain, Rear curtain, Red-Eye, Slow, Red-Eye Slow |
Hot shoe | ||
Auto exposure bracketing | ||
WB bracketing | ||
Highest flash sync | - | 1/200 secs |
Exposure | ||
Multisegment metering | ||
Average metering | ||
Spot metering | ||
Partial metering | ||
AF area metering | ||
Center weighted metering | ||
Video features | ||
Video resolutions | 1280 x 720 (30p) | - |
Maximum video resolution | 1280x720 | None |
Video format | Motion JPEG | - |
Microphone jack | ||
Headphone jack | ||
Connectivity | ||
Wireless | None | None |
Bluetooth | ||
NFC | ||
HDMI | ||
USB | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) |
GPS | None | None |
Physical | ||
Environmental seal | ||
Water proof | ||
Dust proof | ||
Shock proof | ||
Crush proof | ||
Freeze proof | ||
Weight | 119 gr (0.26 pounds) | 522 gr (1.15 pounds) |
Dimensions | 95 x 59 x 20mm (3.7" x 2.3" x 0.8") | 124 x 94 x 64mm (4.9" x 3.7" x 2.5") |
DXO scores | ||
DXO All around score | not tested | 63 |
DXO Color Depth score | not tested | 22.4 |
DXO Dynamic range score | not tested | 11.4 |
DXO Low light score | not tested | 516 |
Other | ||
Battery life | 250 shots | - |
Type of battery | Battery Pack | - |
Battery model | EN-EL19 | EN-EL9 |
Self timer | Yes | Yes (2 to 20 sec) |
Time lapse recording | ||
Type of storage | SD/SDHC/SDXC, Internal | SD/SDHC card |
Storage slots | Single | Single |
Retail cost | $162 | $375 |