Nikon D100 vs Sony A900

Lets examine more in depth at the Nikon D100 versus Sony A900, both Advanced DSLR cameras by manufacturers Nikon and Sony. There exists a significant gap among the resolutions of the D100 (6MP) and A900 (25MP) and the D100 (APS-C) and A900 (Full frame) come with different sensor sizing.

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The D100 was brought out 7 years prior to the A900 and that is a fairly sizable gap as far as camera technology is concerned. Each of the cameras offer the identical body type (Mid-size SLR).

Before going through a in depth comparison, below is a short synopsis of how the D100 scores versus the A900 in regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.

Here is a sample of the gallery pictures for Nikon D100 and Sony Alpha DSLR-A900. The entire galleries are available at Nikon D100 Gallery and Sony A900 Gallery.

In case you're aiming to lug around your camera frequently, you should factor its weight and dimensions. The Nikon D100 enjoys outer dimensions of 144mm x 116mm x 81mm (5.7" x 4.6" x 3.2") and a weight of 780 grams (1.72 lbs) while the Sony A900 has dimensions of 156mm x 117mm x 82mm (6.1" x 4.6" x 3.2") and a weight of 895 grams (1.97 lbs).

Look at the Nikon D100 versus Sony A900 in the latest Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Always remember, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary depending on the lens you are utilizing at that time. Underneath is the front view physical size comparison of the D100 compared to the A900.

Taking into consideration dimensions and weight, the portability score of the D100 and A900 is 58 and 54 respectively.

Typically, it can be difficult to imagine the contrast in sensor measurements only by viewing a spec sheet. The graphic underneath may offer you a better sense of the sensor dimensions in the D100 and A900.

Clearly, both of those cameras enjoy different resolutions and different sensor measurements. The D100 because of its smaller sensor is going to make achieving shallower depth of field trickier and the Sony A900 will provide you with extra detail having its extra 19 Megapixels. Greater resolution will make it easier to crop pics far more aggressively. The older D100 will be behind with regard to sensor tech.