Nikon D3200 vs Sony A55

Here is a complete overview of the Nikon D3200 versus Sony A55, both Entry-Level DSLR cameras by competitors Nikon and Sony. There is a big difference among the resolutions of the D3200 (24MP) and A55 (16MP) but they possess the exact same sensor sizes (APS-C).

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The D3200 was brought out 24 months later than the A55 which makes the cameras a generation apart from each other. Both the cameras come with the identical body type (Compact SLR).

Before we go in to a comprehensive comparison, below is a quick highlight of how the D3200 grades against the A55 with respect to portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

This is a preview of the gallery images for Nikon D3200 and Sony SLT-A55. The entire galleries are available at Nikon D3200 Gallery and Sony A55 Gallery.

If you are planning to carry your camera, you have to factor in its weight and proportions. The Nikon D3200 comes with outer dimensions of 125mm x 96mm x 77mm (4.9" x 3.8" x 3.0") having a weight of 505 grams (1.11 lbs) whilst the Sony A55 has measurements of 124mm x 92mm x 85mm (4.9" x 3.6" x 3.3") and a weight of 500 grams (1.10 lbs).

Take a look at the Nikon D3200 versus Sony A55 in the latest Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Do not forget, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ based on the lens you use during that time. Below is the front view measurement comparison of the D3200 and the A55.

Looking at size and weight, the portability score of the D3200 and A55 is 67 and 67 respectively.

Usually, its difficult to picture the contrast in sensor sizing simply by looking through a spec sheet. The visual underneath should offer you a much better sense of the sensor sizes in the D3200 and A55.

Clearly, the 2 cameras posses the exact same sensor measurements albeit different MP. You should expect the Nikon D3200 to provide you with greater detail having its extra 8 Megapixels. Higher resolution can also enable you to crop photographs somewhat more aggressively. The newer D3200 should have an edge in sensor tech.