Nikon D3200 vs Sony A330
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Nikon D3200 vs Sony A330 Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 24MP - APS-C Sensor
- 3" Fixed Screen
- ISO 100 - 6400 (Bump to 12800)
- 1920 x 1080 video
- Nikon F Mount
- 505g - 125 x 96 x 77mm
- Released July 2012
- Previous Model is Nikon D3100
- Renewed by Nikon D3300
(Full Review)
- 10MP - APS-C Sensor
- 2.7" Tilting Display
- ISO 100 - 3200
- Sensor based Image Stabilization
- No Video
- Sony/Minolta Alpha Mount
- 529g - 128 x 97 x 71mm
- Launched May 2009
- Superseded the Sony A300
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Let's look more closely at the Nikon D3200 vs Sony A330, both Entry-Level DSLR cameras by manufacturers Nikon and Sony. There is a significant difference among the resolutions of the D3200 (24MP) and A330 (10MP) but they come with the same exact sensor measurements (APS-C).
Photography GlossaryThe D3200 was manufactured 3 years later than the A330 and that is a fairly sizable gap as far as camera tech is concerned. Each of the cameras offer the identical body type (Compact SLR).
Before getting in to a comprehensive comparison, below is a brief introduction of how the D3200 scores versus the A330 in regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.
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Reasons to pick Nikon D3200 over the Sony A330
| D3200 | A330 | |||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Launched | July 2012 |  | May 2009 | Fresher by 39 months |
| Display sizing | 3" |  | 2.7" | Larger display (+0.3") |
| Display resolution | 921k |  | 230k | Clearer display (+691k dot) |
Reasons to pick Sony A330 over the Nikon D3200
| A330 | D3200 | |||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Display type | Tilting |  | Fixed | Tilting display |
Common features in the Nikon D3200 and Sony A330
| D3200 | A330 | |||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Focus manually |  | Dial exact focusing | ||
| Selfie screen |  | Neither provides selfie screen | ||
| Touch friendly display |  | Neither provides Touch friendly display |
Nikon D3200 vs Sony A330 Physical Comparison
When you are looking to carry your camera, you should take into account its weight and size. The Nikon D3200 provides exterior dimensions of 125mm x 96mm x 77mm (4.9" x 3.8" x 3.0") having a weight of 505 grams (1.11 lbs) while the Sony A330 has specifications of 128mm x 97mm x 71mm (5.0" x 3.8" x 2.8") and a weight of 529 grams (1.17 lbs).
Look at the Nikon D3200 vs Sony A330 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 have at that time. Here is the front view physical size comparison of the D3200 versus the A330.
Factoring in size and weight, the portability grade of the D3200 and A330 is 67 and 67 respectively.
Nikon D3200 vs Sony A330 Sensor Comparison
Oftentimes, it is very hard to see the gap in sensor sizing only by looking through specs. The visual underneath will help offer you a stronger sense of the sensor dimensions in the D3200 and A330.
All in all, both of the cameras offer the same exact sensor sizing but not the same resolution. You should anticipate the Nikon D3200 to render greater detail due to its extra 14MP. Greater resolution will also enable you to crop images a little more aggressively. The more modern D3200 is going to have a benefit in sensor tech.
Nikon D3200 vs Sony A330 Screen and ViewFinder
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Nikon D3200 vs Sony A330 Specifications
| Nikon D3200 | Sony Alpha DSLR-A330 | |
|---|---|---|
| General Information | ||
| Brand Name | Nikon | Sony |
| Model | Nikon D3200 | Sony Alpha DSLR-A330 |
| Class | Entry-Level DSLR | Entry-Level DSLR |
| Released | 2012-07-25 | 2009-05-18 |
| Physical type | Compact SLR | Compact SLR |
| Sensor Information | ||
| Processor | Expeed 3 | Bionz |
| Sensor type | CMOS | CCD |
| Sensor size | APS-C | APS-C |
| Sensor measurements | 23.2 x 15.4mm | 23.5 x 15.7mm |
| Sensor surface area | 357.3mm² | 369.0mm² |
| Sensor resolution | 24MP | 10MP |
| Anti aliasing filter | ||
| Aspect ratio | 3:2 | 3:2 and 16:9 |
| Peak resolution | 6016 x 4000 | 3872 x 2592 |
| Highest native ISO | 6400 | 3200 |
| Highest enhanced ISO | 12800 | - |
| Minimum native ISO | 100 | 100 |
| RAW files | ||
| Autofocusing | ||
| Focus manually | ||
| Touch to focus | ||
| Autofocus continuous | ||
| Single autofocus | ||
| Tracking autofocus | ||
| Selective autofocus | ||
| Autofocus center weighted | ||
| Multi area autofocus | ||
| Autofocus live view | ||
| Face detection autofocus | ||
| Contract detection autofocus | ||
| Phase detection autofocus | ||
| Number of focus points | 11 | 9 |
| Cross focus points | 1 | - |
| Lens | ||
| Lens mount | Nikon F | Sony/Minolta Alpha |
| Available lenses | 309 | 143 |
| Focal length multiplier | 1.6 | 1.5 |
| Screen | ||
| Screen type | Fixed Type | Tilting |
| Screen sizing | 3 inches | 2.7 inches |
| Screen resolution | 921k dots | 230k dots |
| Selfie friendly | ||
| Liveview | ||
| Touch display | ||
| Screen tech | TFT LCD with 160� viewing angle | - |
| Viewfinder Information | ||
| Viewfinder type | Optical (pentamirror) | Optical (pentamirror) |
| Viewfinder coverage | 95 percent | 95 percent |
| Viewfinder magnification | 0.53x | 0.49x |
| Features | ||
| Minimum shutter speed | 30s | 30s |
| Fastest shutter speed | 1/4000s | 1/4000s |
| Continuous shutter rate | 4.0 frames per second | 3.0 frames per second |
| Shutter priority | ||
| Aperture priority | ||
| Expose Manually | ||
| Exposure compensation | Yes | Yes |
| Change white balance | ||
| Image stabilization | ||
| Integrated flash | ||
| Flash range | 12.00 m (at ISO 100) | 10.00 m |
| Flash settings | Auto, Red-Eye, Slow, Red-Eye Slow, Rear curtain | Auto, On, Off, Red-Eye, Slow Sync, Rear Curtain, Wireless |
| External flash | ||
| Auto exposure bracketing | ||
| WB bracketing | ||
| Fastest flash synchronize | 1/200s | 1/160s |
| Exposure | ||
| Multisegment metering | ||
| Average metering | ||
| Spot metering | ||
| Partial metering | ||
| AF area metering | ||
| Center weighted metering | ||
| Video features | ||
| Supported video resolutions | 1920 x 1080 (30,25, 24 fps), 1280 x 720 (60, 50 fps), 640 x 424 (30, 25 fps) | - |
| Highest video resolution | 1920x1080 | None |
| Video file format | MPEG-4, H.264 | - |
| Microphone support | ||
| Headphone support | ||
| Connectivity | ||
| Wireless | Optional | None |
| Bluetooth | ||
| NFC | ||
| HDMI | ||
| USB | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) |
| GPS | Optional | None |
| Physical | ||
| Environmental sealing | ||
| Water proof | ||
| Dust proof | ||
| Shock proof | ||
| Crush proof | ||
| Freeze proof | ||
| Weight | 505 grams (1.11 pounds) | 529 grams (1.17 pounds) |
| Dimensions | 125 x 96 x 77mm (4.9" x 3.8" x 3.0") | 128 x 97 x 71mm (5.0" x 3.8" x 2.8") |
| DXO scores | ||
| DXO Overall score | 81 | 64 |
| DXO Color Depth score | 24.1 | 22.4 |
| DXO Dynamic range score | 13.2 | 11.5 |
| DXO Low light score | 1131 | 535 |
| Other | ||
| Battery life | 540 shots | 230 shots |
| Form of battery | Battery Pack | Battery Pack |
| Battery model | EN-EL14 | NP-FH50 |
| Self timer | Yes | Yes (2 or 10 sec) |
| Time lapse shooting | ||
| Storage type | SD/SDHC/SDXC UHS-I compliant | SD/ SDHC, Memory Stick Pro Duo |
| Card slots | One | One |
| Pricing at release | $530 | $545 |