Nikon D3300 vs Sony A58

Below is a extended analysis of the Nikon D3300 and Sony A58, both Entry-Level DSLR digital cameras by rivals Nikon and Sony. The resolution of the D3300 (24MP) and the A58 (20MP) is relatively well matched and they use the same exact sensor sizing (APS-C).

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The D3300 was released 5 months later than the A58 and they are both of a similar age. The two cameras offer the identical body type (Compact SLR).

Before we go straight into a step-by-step comparison, below is a simple view of how the D3300 scores vs the A58 in terms of portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.

This is a preview of the gallery photos for Nikon D3300 & Sony SLT-A58. The complete galleries are viewable at Nikon D3300 Gallery & Sony A58 Gallery.

For anybody who is planning to lug around your camera, you're going to have to take into account its weight and size. The Nikon D3300 provides external dimensions of 124mm x 98mm x 76mm (4.9" x 3.9" x 3.0") accompanied by a weight of 430 grams (0.95 lbs) and the Sony A58 has specifications of 129mm x 95mm x 78mm (5.1" x 3.7" x 3.1") with a weight of 492 grams (1.08 lbs).

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Do not forget, the weight of an ILC will vary dependant on the lens you have chosen at that time. Below is the front view over all size comparison of the D3300 vs the A58.

Using dimensions and weight, the portability rating of the D3300 and A58 is 69 and 68 respectively.

Quite often, it is very hard to see the contrast between sensor measurements simply by checking specs. The graphic below will provide you a more clear sense of the sensor dimensions in the D3300 and A58.

As you can plainly see, both the cameras enjoy the same exact sensor sizing albeit not the same MP. You can count on the Nikon D3300 to give you greater detail as a result of its extra 4MP. Higher resolution can also help you crop pictures far more aggressively.