Nikon D3200 vs Sony A65

Here is a extended review of the Nikon D3200 and Sony A65, both Entry-Level DSLR digital cameras by rivals Nikon and Sony. The sensor resolution of the D3200 (24MP) and the A65 (24MP) is pretty similar and both cameras provide the identical sensor sizes (APS-C).

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The D3200 was unveiled 9 months later than the A65 so they are both of a similar age. Both the cameras feature the same body design (Compact SLR).

Before diving into a thorough comparison, here is a concise synopsis of how the D3200 matches up against the A65 when it comes to portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

Here is a preview of the gallery images for Nikon D3200 & Sony SLT-A65. The full galleries are provided at Nikon D3200 Gallery & Sony A65 Gallery.

If you're aiming to carry your camera, you are going to need to take into account its weight and size. The Nikon D3200 comes with exterior dimensions of 125mm x 96mm x 77mm (4.9" x 3.8" x 3.0") with a weight of 505 grams (1.11 lbs) and the Sony A65 has specifications of 132mm x 97mm x 81mm (5.2" x 3.8" x 3.2") having a weight of 622 grams (1.37 lbs).

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Don't forget, the weight of an ILC will change based on the lens you select at that moment. The following is a front view sizing comparison of the D3200 and the A65.

Taking into account size and weight, the portability grade of the D3200 and A65 is 67 and 64 respectively.

Often, it's hard to visualise the gap between sensor sizing simply by reading specifications. The photograph here might offer you a better sense of the sensor dimensions in the D3200 and A65.

To sum up, the 2 cameras feature the identical sensor size and the exact same resolution so you can expect similar quality of files although you should really consider the age of the products into consideration. The newer D3200 will have a benefit with regard to sensor tech.