Nikon D3100 vs Sony A450

Let's take a closer look at the Nikon D3100 versus Sony A450, both Entry-Level DSLR cameras by companies Nikon and Sony. The resolution of the D3100 (14MP) and the A450 (14MP) is relatively comparable and they come with the same exact sensor measurements (APS-C).

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The D3100 was released 12 months after the A450 and they are of a similar age. The two cameras offer the identical body type (Compact SLR).

Before going straight into a detailed comparison, below is a simple summary of how the D3100 scores versus the A450 in relation to portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

Following is a preview of the gallery photos for Nikon D3100 & Sony Alpha DSLR-A450. The complete galleries are provided at Nikon D3100 Gallery & Sony A450 Gallery.

For anybody who is planning to travel with your camera, you need to consider its weight and proportions. The Nikon D3100 offers outer dimensions of 124mm x 96mm x 75mm (4.9" x 3.8" x 3.0") accompanied by a weight of 505 grams (1.11 lbs) and the Sony A450 has measurements of 137mm x 104mm x 81mm (5.4" x 4.1" x 3.2") with a weight of 560 grams (1.23 lbs).

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Remember that, the weight of an ILC will differ dependant on the lens you are utilising during that time. Here is the front view scale comparison of the D3100 against the A450.

Taking into account size and weight, the portability rating of the D3100 and A450 is 68 and 65 respectively.

In many cases, its tough to visualize the gap in sensor dimensions merely by seeing specs. The picture here should provide you a more clear sense of the sensor sizes in the D3100 and A450.

As you can plainly see, both the cameras offer the same exact sensor sizing and the same exact resolution and you can expect comparable quality of photos though you would want to take the age of the cameras into account. The newer D3100 provides an edge in sensor tech.