Nikon A100 vs Sony A7
96 Imaging
46 Features
29 Overall
39
78 Imaging
71 Features
80 Overall
74
Nikon A100 vs Sony A7 Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 20MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 2.7" Fixed Display
- ISO 80 - 1600 (Increase to 3200)
- Digital Image Stabilization
- 1280 x 720 video
- 26-130mm (F3.2-6.5) lens
- 119g - 95 x 59 x 20mm
- Introduced January 2016
(Full Review)
- 24MP - Full frame Sensor
- 3" Tilting Screen
- ISO 50 - 25600
- 1/8000s Max Shutter
- 1920 x 1080 video
- Sony E Mount
- 474g - 127 x 94 x 48mm
- Introduced January 2014
- Updated by Sony A7 II
Nikon A100 vs Sony A7 Overview
On this page, we will be looking at the Nikon A100 versus Sony A7, one being a Ultracompact and the latter is a Pro Mirrorless by rivals Nikon and Sony. The resolution of the A100 (20MP) and the A7 (24MP) is relatively well matched but the A100 (1/2.3") and A7 (Full frame) have different sensor sizes.
TikTok Developing Photo App to Challenge Instagram's DominanceThe A100 was manufactured 2 years later than the A7 and that is quite a significant gap as far as technology is concerned. Both the cameras have different body design with the Nikon A100 being a Ultracompact camera and the Sony A7 being a SLR-style mirrorless camera.
Before delving right into a in-depth comparison, here is a quick synopsis of how the A100 scores against the A7 in regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.
Nikon A100 vs Sony A7 Gallery
Below is a preview of the gallery photos for Nikon Coolpix A100 and Sony Alpha A7. The entire galleries are provided at Nikon A100 Gallery and Sony A7 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Nikon A100 over the Sony A7
A100 | A7 | |||
---|---|---|---|---|
Introduced | January 2016 | January 2014 | More recent by 25 months |
Reasons to pick Sony A7 over the Nikon A100
A7 | A100 | |||
---|---|---|---|---|
Manually focus | Dial precise focusing | |||
Screen type | Tilting | Fixed | Tilting screen | |
Screen dimensions | 3" | 2.7" | Bigger screen (+0.3") | |
Screen resolution | 1230k | 230k | Clearer screen (+1000k dot) |
Common features in the Nikon A100 and Sony A7
A100 | A7 | |||
---|---|---|---|---|
Selfie screen | Lacking selfie screen | |||
Touch screen | Neither contains Touch screen |
Nikon A100 vs Sony A7 Physical Comparison
If you're intending to lug around your camera, you'll need to factor in its weight and size. The Nikon A100 has got outside 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) whilst the Sony A7 has specifications of 127mm x 94mm x 48mm (5.0" x 3.7" x 1.9") with a weight of 474 grams (1.04 lbs).
Check the Nikon A100 versus Sony A7 in the new Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.Remember that, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary based on the lens you have at that time. The following is a front view sizing comparison of the A100 and the A7.
Using dimensions and weight, the portability rating of the A100 and A7 is 96 and 78 respectively.
Nikon A100 vs Sony A7 Sensor Comparison
More often than not, its hard to imagine the difference between sensor measurements merely by checking technical specs. The visual here might offer you a clearer sense of the sensor sizing in the A100 and A7.
As you have seen, both of these cameras provide different megapixels and different sensor measurements. The A100 because of its tinier sensor is going to make getting shallower depth of field more challenging and the Sony A7 will give you extra detail due to its extra 4MP. Higher resolution will also enable you to crop shots more aggressively. The more recent A100 provides a benefit with regard to sensor innovation.
Nikon A100 vs Sony A7 Screen and ViewFinder
Photography Type Scores
Portrait Comparison
Street Comparison
Sports Comparison
Travel Comparison
Landscape Comparison
Vlogging Comparison
Nikon A100 vs Sony A7 Specifications
Nikon Coolpix A100 | Sony Alpha A7 | |
---|---|---|
General Information | ||
Make | Nikon | Sony |
Model type | Nikon Coolpix A100 | Sony Alpha A7 |
Class | Ultracompact | Pro Mirrorless |
Introduced | 2016-01-14 | 2014-01-22 |
Body design | Ultracompact | SLR-style mirrorless |
Sensor Information | ||
Chip | - | Bionz X |
Sensor type | CCD | CMOS |
Sensor size | 1/2.3" | Full frame |
Sensor dimensions | 6.17 x 4.55mm | 35.8 x 23.9mm |
Sensor area | 28.1mm² | 855.6mm² |
Sensor resolution | 20 megapixel | 24 megapixel |
Anti alias filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 1:1, 4:3 and 16:9 | 3:2 and 16:9 |
Highest resolution | 5152 x 3864 | 6000 x 4000 |
Highest native ISO | 1600 | 25600 |
Highest boosted ISO | 3200 | - |
Min native ISO | 80 | 50 |
RAW images | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Manual focusing | ||
Touch focus | ||
Autofocus continuous | ||
Single autofocus | ||
Tracking autofocus | ||
Autofocus selectice | ||
Center weighted autofocus | ||
Multi area autofocus | ||
Live view autofocus | ||
Face detect autofocus | ||
Contract detect autofocus | ||
Phase detect autofocus | ||
Total focus points | - | 117 |
Cross type focus points | - | 25 |
Lens | ||
Lens support | fixed lens | Sony E |
Lens zoom range | 26-130mm (5.0x) | - |
Maximal aperture | f/3.2-6.5 | - |
Macro focusing range | 10cm | - |
Amount of lenses | - | 121 |
Crop factor | 5.8 | 1 |
Screen | ||
Range of display | Fixed Type | Tilting |
Display size | 2.7" | 3" |
Display resolution | 230k dot | 1,230k dot |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch friendly | ||
Display technology | - | Xtra Fine LCD |
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder | None | Electronic |
Viewfinder resolution | - | 2,359k dot |
Viewfinder coverage | - | 100 percent |
Viewfinder magnification | - | 0.71x |
Features | ||
Slowest shutter speed | 4 secs | 30 secs |
Maximum shutter speed | 1/2000 secs | 1/8000 secs |
Continuous shooting speed | 1.1 frames per sec | 5.0 frames per sec |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Manual exposure | ||
Exposure compensation | - | Yes |
Change white balance | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Built-in flash | ||
Flash distance | 4.00 m (at Auto ISO) | no built-in flash |
Flash modes | Auto, auto w/redeye reduction, off, fill flash, slow sync | no built-in flash |
Hot shoe | ||
Auto exposure bracketing | ||
WB bracketing | ||
Maximum flash sync | - | 1/250 secs |
Exposure | ||
Multisegment | ||
Average | ||
Spot | ||
Partial | ||
AF area | ||
Center weighted | ||
Video features | ||
Supported video resolutions | 1280 x 720 (30p) | 1920 x 1080 (60p, 60i, 24p), 1440 x 1080 (30p), 640 x 480 (30p) |
Highest video resolution | 1280x720 | 1920x1080 |
Video data format | Motion JPEG | MPEG-4, AVCHD |
Mic input | ||
Headphone input | ||
Connectivity | ||
Wireless | None | Built-In |
Bluetooth | ||
NFC | ||
HDMI | ||
USB | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) |
GPS | None | None |
Physical | ||
Environment seal | ||
Water proofing | ||
Dust proofing | ||
Shock proofing | ||
Crush proofing | ||
Freeze proofing | ||
Weight | 119g (0.26 lbs) | 474g (1.04 lbs) |
Physical dimensions | 95 x 59 x 20mm (3.7" x 2.3" x 0.8") | 127 x 94 x 48mm (5.0" x 3.7" x 1.9") |
DXO scores | ||
DXO All around rating | not tested | 90 |
DXO Color Depth rating | not tested | 24.8 |
DXO Dynamic range rating | not tested | 14.2 |
DXO Low light rating | not tested | 2248 |
Other | ||
Battery life | 250 images | 340 images |
Form of battery | Battery Pack | Battery Pack |
Battery ID | EN-EL19 | NP-FW50 |
Self timer | Yes | Yes (2 or 10 sec; continuous (3 or 5 exposures)) |
Time lapse feature | With downloadable app | |
Storage media | SD/SDHC/SDXC, Internal | SD/SDHC/SDXC, Memory Stick Duo/Pro Duo/Pro-HG Duo |
Storage slots | Single | Single |
Retail price | $162 | $798 |