Nikon D3300 vs Sony A68
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Nikon D3300 vs Sony A68 Key Specs
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- 24MP - APS-C Sensor
- 3" Fixed Screen
- ISO 100 - 12800 (Increase to 25600)
- No Anti-Alias Filter
- 1920 x 1080 video
- Nikon F Mount
- 430g - 124 x 98 x 76mm
- Announced April 2014
- Earlier Model is Nikon D3200
- Successor is Nikon D3400
(Full Review)
- 24MP - APS-C Sensor
- 2.7" Tilting Screen
- ISO 100 - 25600
- Sensor based Image Stabilization
- 1920 x 1080 video
- Sony/Minolta Alpha Mount
- 610g - 143 x 104 x 81mm
- Launched November 2015
- Earlier Model is Sony A65
Nikon D3300 vs Sony A68 Overview
Below is a complete analysis of the Nikon D3300 vs Sony A68, both Entry-Level DSLR cameras by companies Nikon and Sony. The image resolution of the D3300 (24MP) and the A68 (24MP) is relatively comparable and both cameras boast the same sensor sizing (APS-C).
Photobucket discusses licensing 13 billion images with AI firmsThe D3300 was introduced 18 months prior to the A68 which makes them a generation apart from one another. The two cameras have the same body design (Compact SLR).
Before delving into a comprehensive comparison, here is a brief view of how the D3300 grades against the A68 in the way of portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.
Nikon D3300 vs Sony A68 Gallery
Following is a preview of the gallery photos for Nikon D3300 and Sony SLT-A68. The whole galleries are viewable at Nikon D3300 Gallery and Sony A68 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Nikon D3300 over the Sony A68
D3300 | A68 | |||
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Screen dimensions | 3" | 2.7" | Bigger screen (+0.3") | |
Screen resolution | 921k | 461k | Crisper screen (+460k dot) |
Reasons to pick Sony A68 over the Nikon D3300
A68 | D3300 | |||
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Launched | November 2015 | April 2014 | More recent by 18 months | |
Screen type | Tilting | Fixed | Tilting screen |
Common features in the Nikon D3300 and Sony A68
D3300 | A68 | |||
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Focus manually | Very exact focus | |||
Selfie screen | Neither comes with selfie screen | |||
Touch screen | Neither comes with Touch screen |
Nikon D3300 vs Sony A68 Physical Comparison
For those who are intending to lug around your camera, you need to think about its weight and measurements. The Nikon D3300 comes with external dimensions of 124mm x 98mm x 76mm (4.9" x 3.9" x 3.0") along with a weight of 430 grams (0.95 lbs) while the Sony A68 has proportions of 143mm x 104mm x 81mm (5.6" x 4.1" x 3.2") accompanied by a weight of 610 grams (1.34 lbs).
Examine the Nikon D3300 vs Sony A68 in the latest Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.Keep in mind, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ depending on the lens you have at the time. Here is a front view physical size comparison of the D3300 vs the A68.
Factoring in dimensions and weight, the portability score of the D3300 and A68 is 69 and 64 respectively.
Nikon D3300 vs Sony A68 Sensor Comparison
Quite often, it's hard to imagine the gap in sensor measurements merely by seeing technical specs. The visual underneath may provide you a stronger sense of the sensor sizes in the D3300 and A68.
As you have seen, both the cameras provide the same sensor dimensions and the identical resolution therefore you should expect comparable quality of photos but you will need to factor the production date of the cameras into account. The older D3300 will be disadvantaged when it comes to sensor innovation.
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Nikon D3300 vs Sony A68 Specifications
Nikon D3300 | Sony SLT-A68 | |
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General Information | ||
Company | Nikon | Sony |
Model type | Nikon D3300 | Sony SLT-A68 |
Type | Entry-Level DSLR | Entry-Level DSLR |
Announced | 2014-04-21 | 2015-11-06 |
Body design | Compact SLR | Compact SLR |
Sensor Information | ||
Processor | Expeed 4 | Bionz X |
Sensor type | CMOS | CMOS |
Sensor size | APS-C | APS-C |
Sensor dimensions | 23.5 x 15.6mm | 23.5 x 15.6mm |
Sensor area | 366.6mm² | 366.6mm² |
Sensor resolution | 24 megapixel | 24 megapixel |
Anti alias filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 3:2 | 3:2 and 16:9 |
Max resolution | 6000 x 4000 | 6000 x 4000 |
Max native ISO | 12800 | 25600 |
Max enhanced ISO | 25600 | - |
Min native ISO | 100 | 100 |
RAW files | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Manual focusing | ||
Autofocus touch | ||
Autofocus continuous | ||
Autofocus single | ||
Tracking autofocus | ||
Autofocus selectice | ||
Center weighted autofocus | ||
Multi area autofocus | ||
Live view autofocus | ||
Face detection autofocus | ||
Contract detection autofocus | ||
Phase detection autofocus | ||
Total focus points | 11 | 79 |
Cross type focus points | 1 | 15 |
Lens | ||
Lens mount type | Nikon F | Sony/Minolta Alpha |
Available lenses | 309 | 143 |
Crop factor | 1.5 | 1.5 |
Screen | ||
Range of screen | Fixed Type | Tilting |
Screen diagonal | 3 inch | 2.7 inch |
Screen resolution | 921 thousand dot | 461 thousand dot |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch screen | ||
Screen technology | TFT LCD (160 degree viewing angle) | - |
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder type | Optical (pentamirror) | Electronic |
Viewfinder resolution | - | 1,440 thousand dot |
Viewfinder coverage | 95% | 100% |
Viewfinder magnification | 0.57x | 0.57x |
Features | ||
Minimum shutter speed | 30 secs | 30 secs |
Fastest shutter speed | 1/4000 secs | 1/4000 secs |
Continuous shutter speed | 5.0 frames/s | 8.0 frames/s |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Manual exposure | ||
Exposure compensation | Yes | Yes |
Custom white balance | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Inbuilt flash | ||
Flash distance | 12.00 m (at ISO 100) | 12.00 m (at ISO 100) |
Flash settings | Auto, Auto slow sync, Auto slow sync with red-eye reduction, Auto with red-eye reduction, Fill-flash, Off, Rear-curtain sync, Rear-curtain with slow sync, Red-eye reduction, Red-eye reduction with slow sync, Slow sync | Flash off, Auto, Fill-flash, Slow sync, Red-eye reduction, Rear sync, Wireless, High Speed sync |
Hot shoe | ||
AEB | ||
White balance bracketing | ||
Fastest flash sync | 1/200 secs | 1/160 secs |
Exposure | ||
Multisegment | ||
Average | ||
Spot | ||
Partial | ||
AF area | ||
Center weighted | ||
Video features | ||
Supported video resolutions | 1920 x 1080 (60p, 50p, 30p, 25p, 24p fps), 1280 x 720 (60p, 50p fps), 640 x 424 (30, 25 fps) | 1920 x 1080 (60i, 30p, 24p), 1440 x 1080, 640 x 480 |
Max video resolution | 1920x1080 | 1920x1080 |
Video data format | MPEG-4, H.264 | MPEG-4, AVCHD, XAVC S |
Mic jack | ||
Headphone jack | ||
Connectivity | ||
Wireless | Optional | Eye-Fi Connected |
Bluetooth | ||
NFC | ||
HDMI | ||
USB | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) |
GPS | Optional | None |
Physical | ||
Environment seal | ||
Water proofing | ||
Dust proofing | ||
Shock proofing | ||
Crush proofing | ||
Freeze proofing | ||
Weight | 430 grams (0.95 lbs) | 610 grams (1.34 lbs) |
Physical dimensions | 124 x 98 x 76mm (4.9" x 3.9" x 3.0") | 143 x 104 x 81mm (5.6" x 4.1" x 3.2") |
DXO scores | ||
DXO Overall rating | 82 | 79 |
DXO Color Depth rating | 24.3 | 24.1 |
DXO Dynamic range rating | 12.8 | 13.5 |
DXO Low light rating | 1385 | 701 |
Other | ||
Battery life | 700 images | 510 images |
Style of battery | Battery Pack | Battery Pack |
Battery ID | EN-EL14a | NP-FM500H |
Self timer | Yes (2, 5, 10, 20 secs (1-9 exposures)) | Yes (Yes (2 or 12 sec)) |
Time lapse shooting | ||
Storage media | SD/SDHC/SDXC | SD/ SDHC/SDXC, Memory Stick Pro Duo |
Storage slots | 1 | 1 |
Launch price | $500 | $581 |