Nikon D100 vs Sony A290
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Nikon D100 vs Sony A290 Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 6MP - APS-C Sensor
- 1.8" Fixed Screen
- ISO 200 - 1600
- No Video
- Nikon F Mount
- 780g - 144 x 116 x 81mm
- Released July 2002
- Updated by Nikon D200
(Full Review)
- 14MP - APS-C Sensor
- 2.7" Fixed Display
- ISO 100 - 3200
- Sensor based Image Stabilization
- No Video
- Sony/Minolta Alpha Mount
- 549g - 128 x 97 x 86mm
- Announced June 2010
- Replaced the Sony A230
Nikon D100 vs Sony A290 Overview
Let's look more in depth at the Nikon D100 versus Sony A290, one is a Advanced DSLR and the other is a Entry-Level DSLR by brands Nikon and Sony. There is a sizeable difference among the sensor resolutions of the D100 (6MP) and A290 (14MP) but both cameras posses the same sensor size (APS-C).
Cutting-edge AI developed by Apple deciphers subtle nuances in pixelsThe D100 was launched 8 years before the A290 which is a fairly large gap as far as camera tech is concerned. Each of the cameras have different body design with the Nikon D100 being a Mid-size SLR camera and the Sony A290 being a Compact SLR camera.
Before going straight to a thorough comparison, here is a quick summary of how the D100 scores versus the A290 with regard to portability, imaging, features and an overall score.
Nikon D100 vs Sony A290 Gallery
Here is a sample of the gallery pics for Nikon D100 and Sony Alpha DSLR-A290. The complete galleries are available at Nikon D100 Gallery and Sony A290 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Nikon D100 over the Sony A290
D100 | A290 |
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Reasons to pick Sony A290 over the Nikon D100
A290 | D100 | |||
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Announced | June 2010 | July 2002 | More modern by 95 months | |
Display dimensions | 2.7" | 1.8" | Larger display (+0.9") | |
Display resolution | 230k | 118k | Sharper display (+112k dot) |
Common features in the Nikon D100 and Sony A290
D100 | A290 | |||
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Manually focus | More exact focusing | |||
Display type | Fixed | Fixed | Fixed display | |
Selfie screen | Neither provides selfie screen | |||
Touch friendly display | Neither provides Touch friendly display |
Nikon D100 vs Sony A290 Physical Comparison
For anyone who is going to carry around your camera, you have to consider its weight and dimensions. The Nikon D100 provides outside measurements of 144mm x 116mm x 81mm (5.7" x 4.6" x 3.2") accompanied by a weight of 780 grams (1.72 lbs) while the Sony A290 has dimensions of 128mm x 97mm x 86mm (5.0" x 3.8" x 3.4") along with a weight of 549 grams (1.21 lbs).
Take a look at the Nikon D100 versus Sony A290 in the latest Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.Take into consideration, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary dependant on the lens you use at the time. Here is a front view size comparison of the D100 vs the A290.
Using size and weight, the portability rating of the D100 and A290 is 58 and 66 respectively.
Nikon D100 vs Sony A290 Sensor Comparison
Usually, it is difficult to envision the contrast in sensor sizes merely by checking out a spec sheet. The picture underneath will provide you a far better sense of the sensor sizing in the D100 and A290.
As you can see, both of these cameras have the same sensor dimensions but not the same resolution. You should expect to see the Sony A290 to produce extra detail utilizing its extra 8 Megapixels. Greater resolution will also allow you to crop pics a bit more aggressively. The more aged D100 will be behind when it comes to sensor technology.
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Nikon D100 vs Sony A290 Specifications
Nikon D100 | Sony Alpha DSLR-A290 | |
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General Information | ||
Make | Nikon | Sony |
Model type | Nikon D100 | Sony Alpha DSLR-A290 |
Type | Advanced DSLR | Entry-Level DSLR |
Released | 2002-07-26 | 2010-06-09 |
Body design | Mid-size SLR | Compact SLR |
Sensor Information | ||
Processor Chip | - | Bionz |
Sensor type | CCD | CCD |
Sensor size | APS-C | APS-C |
Sensor dimensions | 23.7 x 15.5mm | 23.5 x 15.7mm |
Sensor area | 367.4mm² | 369.0mm² |
Sensor resolution | 6 megapixel | 14 megapixel |
Anti alias filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 3:2 | 3:2 and 16:9 |
Maximum resolution | 3008 x 2000 | 4592 x 3056 |
Maximum native ISO | 1600 | 3200 |
Min native ISO | 200 | 100 |
RAW pictures | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Manual focusing | ||
Autofocus touch | ||
Continuous autofocus | ||
Single autofocus | ||
Tracking autofocus | ||
Autofocus selectice | ||
Autofocus center weighted | ||
Autofocus multi area | ||
Live view autofocus | ||
Face detection autofocus | ||
Contract detection autofocus | ||
Phase detection autofocus | ||
Total focus points | - | 9 |
Lens | ||
Lens mount type | Nikon F | Sony/Minolta Alpha |
Total lenses | 309 | 143 |
Focal length multiplier | 1.5 | 1.5 |
Screen | ||
Range of screen | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Screen size | 1.8" | 2.7" |
Resolution of screen | 118k dot | 230k dot |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch capability | ||
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder type | Optical (pentaprism) | Optical (pentamirror) |
Viewfinder coverage | 95 percent | 95 percent |
Viewfinder magnification | 0.53x | 0.55x |
Features | ||
Slowest shutter speed | 30 secs | 30 secs |
Maximum shutter speed | 1/4000 secs | 1/4000 secs |
Continuous shooting speed | 3.0 frames/s | 3.0 frames/s |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Manual exposure | ||
Exposure compensation | Yes | Yes |
Custom white balance | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Built-in flash | ||
Flash distance | 11.00 m | 10.00 m (at ISO 100) |
Flash options | Auto, On, Off, Front curtain, Rear curtain, Red-Eye, Slow Sync | Auto, On, Off, Red-Eye, Slow Sync, High Speed Sync, Rear Curtain, Fill-in, Wireless |
Hot shoe | ||
AEB | ||
White balance bracketing | ||
Maximum flash sync | 1/180 secs | 1/160 secs |
Exposure | ||
Multisegment | ||
Average | ||
Spot | ||
Partial | ||
AF area | ||
Center weighted | ||
Video features | ||
Maximum video resolution | None | None |
Mic jack | ||
Headphone jack | ||
Connectivity | ||
Wireless | None | None |
Bluetooth | ||
NFC | ||
HDMI | ||
USB | USB 1.0 (1.5 Mbit/sec) | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) |
GPS | None | None |
Physical | ||
Environmental seal | ||
Water proofing | ||
Dust proofing | ||
Shock proofing | ||
Crush proofing | ||
Freeze proofing | ||
Weight | 780 grams (1.72 lbs) | 549 grams (1.21 lbs) |
Physical dimensions | 144 x 116 x 81mm (5.7" x 4.6" x 3.2") | 128 x 97 x 86mm (5.0" x 3.8" x 3.4") |
DXO scores | ||
DXO All around rating | not tested | 66 |
DXO Color Depth rating | not tested | 22.6 |
DXO Dynamic range rating | not tested | 11.5 |
DXO Low light rating | not tested | 615 |
Other | ||
Battery life | - | 290 photographs |
Battery form | - | Battery Pack |
Battery ID | - | NP-FH50 |
Self timer | Yes (2, 5, 2 or 100 sec) | Yes (2 or 10 sec) |
Time lapse recording | ||
Storage media | Compact Flash (Type I or II) | Memory Stick Pro Duo/ Pro-HG Duo, SD/SDHC |
Storage slots | One | One |
Launch cost | $170 | $600 |