Nikon D3400 vs Sony A290
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Nikon D3400 vs Sony A290 Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 24MP - APS-C Sensor
- 3" Fixed Display
- ISO 100 - 25600
- No Anti-Alias Filter
- 1920 x 1080 video
- Nikon F Mount
- 395g - 124 x 98 x 76mm
- Launched August 2016
- Succeeded the Nikon D3300
- Refreshed by Nikon D3500
(Full Review)
- 14MP - APS-C Sensor
- 2.7" Fixed Display
- ISO 100 - 3200
- Sensor based Image Stabilization
- No Video
- Sony/Minolta Alpha Mount
- 549g - 128 x 97 x 86mm
- Revealed June 2010
- Replaced the Sony A230
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Below is a in depth comparison of the Nikon D3400 versus Sony A290, both Entry-Level DSLR cameras by companies Nikon and Sony. There is a sizeable difference among the image resolutions of the D3400 (24MP) and A290 (14MP) but both cameras offer the identical sensor dimensions (APS-C).
Japan-exclusive Leica Leitz Phone 3 features big sensor and new modesThe D3400 was released 6 years later than the A290 and that is a fairly large gap as far as camera tech is concerned. Both of the cameras feature the same body design (Compact SLR).
Before delving straight to a complete comparison, here is a short introduction of how the D3400 scores versus the A290 in regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.
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Reasons to pick Nikon D3400 over the Sony A290
| D3400 | A290 | |||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Revealed | August 2016 |  | June 2010 | More recent by 76 months |
| Display size | 3" |  | 2.7" | Larger display (+0.3") |
| Display resolution | 921k |  | 230k | Crisper display (+691k dot) |
Reasons to pick Sony A290 over the Nikon D3400
| A290 | D3400 |
|---|
Common features in the Nikon D3400 and Sony A290
| D3400 | A290 | |||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Manually focus |  | More accurate focusing | ||
| Display type | Fixed |  | Fixed | Fixed display |
| Selfie screen |  | Lacking selfie screen | ||
| Touch display |  | Lacking Touch display |
Nikon D3400 vs Sony A290 Physical Comparison
When you are going to lug around your camera regularly, you'll need to factor in its weight and volume. The Nikon D3400 has external measurements of 124mm x 98mm x 76mm (4.9" x 3.9" x 3.0") accompanied by a weight of 395 grams (0.87 lbs) and the Sony A290 has sizing of 128mm x 97mm x 86mm (5.0" x 3.8" x 3.4") accompanied by a weight of 549 grams (1.21 lbs).
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Don't forget, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ based on the lens you are employing at that time. Underneath is a front view overall size comparison of the D3400 against the A290.
Looking at size and weight, the portability score of the D3400 and A290 is 70 and 66 respectively.
Nikon D3400 vs Sony A290 Sensor Comparison
Oftentimes, it is difficult to envision the difference in sensor measurements merely by seeing technical specs. The graphic below may provide you a far better sense of the sensor sizing in the D3400 and A290.
As you have seen, both the cameras feature the identical sensor size but not the same megapixels. You should anticipate the Nikon D3400 to provide greater detail as a result of its extra 10 Megapixels. Greater resolution will also help you crop photos way more aggressively. The more recent D3400 will have an advantage when it comes to sensor tech.
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Nikon D3400 vs Sony A290 Specifications
| Nikon D3400 | Sony Alpha DSLR-A290 | |
|---|---|---|
| General Information | ||
| Brand | Nikon | Sony |
| Model | Nikon D3400 | Sony Alpha DSLR-A290 |
| Category | Entry-Level DSLR | Entry-Level DSLR |
| Launched | 2016-08-17 | 2010-06-09 |
| Physical type | Compact SLR | Compact SLR |
| Sensor Information | ||
| Processor | Expeed 4 | Bionz |
| Sensor type | CMOS | CCD |
| Sensor size | APS-C | APS-C |
| Sensor measurements | 23.5 x 15.6mm | 23.5 x 15.7mm |
| Sensor surface area | 366.6mm² | 369.0mm² |
| Sensor resolution | 24 megapixel | 14 megapixel |
| Anti aliasing filter | ||
| Aspect ratio | 3:2 | 3:2 and 16:9 |
| Peak resolution | 6000 x 4000 | 4592 x 3056 |
| Highest native ISO | 25600 | 3200 |
| Lowest native ISO | 100 | 100 |
| RAW data | ||
| Autofocusing | ||
| Focus manually | ||
| Touch to focus | ||
| Continuous AF | ||
| Single AF | ||
| AF tracking | ||
| AF selectice | ||
| Center weighted AF | ||
| AF multi area | ||
| Live view AF | ||
| Face detect focusing | ||
| Contract detect focusing | ||
| Phase detect focusing | ||
| 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 | 1.5 | 1.5 |
| Screen | ||
| Display type | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
| Display diagonal | 3 inches | 2.7 inches |
| Display resolution | 921k dots | 230k dots |
| Selfie friendly | ||
| Liveview | ||
| Touch friendly | ||
| Display tech | TFT LCD | - |
| Viewfinder Information | ||
| Viewfinder type | Optical (pentamirror) | Optical (pentamirror) |
| Viewfinder coverage | 95 percent | 95 percent |
| Viewfinder magnification | 0.56x | 0.55x |
| Features | ||
| Min shutter speed | 30s | 30s |
| Max shutter speed | 1/4000s | 1/4000s |
| Continuous shutter rate | 5.0 frames/s | 3.0 frames/s |
| Shutter priority | ||
| Aperture priority | ||
| Manual mode | ||
| Exposure compensation | Yes | Yes |
| Set WB | ||
| Image stabilization | ||
| Inbuilt flash | ||
| Flash range | 7.00 m (at ISO 100) | 10.00 m (at ISO 100) |
| Flash options | 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 | Auto, On, Off, Red-Eye, Slow Sync, High Speed Sync, Rear Curtain, Fill-in, Wireless |
| External flash | ||
| AE bracketing | ||
| White balance bracketing | ||
| Max flash synchronize | 1/200s | 1/160s |
| Exposure | ||
| Multisegment metering | ||
| Average metering | ||
| Spot metering | ||
| Partial metering | ||
| AF area metering | ||
| Center weighted metering | ||
| Video features | ||
| Video resolutions | 1920 x 1080 (60, 50, 30, 25, 24 fps), 1280 x 720 (60, 50 fps), 640 x 424 (30, 25 fps) | - |
| Highest video resolution | 1920x1080 | None |
| Video data format | MPEG-4, H.264 | - |
| Microphone port | ||
| Headphone port | ||
| 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 | 395 gr (0.87 pounds) | 549 gr (1.21 pounds) |
| Physical dimensions | 124 x 98 x 76mm (4.9" x 3.9" x 3.0") | 128 x 97 x 86mm (5.0" x 3.8" x 3.4") |
| DXO scores | ||
| DXO Overall score | 86 | 66 |
| DXO Color Depth score | 24.8 | 22.6 |
| DXO Dynamic range score | 13.9 | 11.5 |
| DXO Low light score | 1192 | 615 |
| Other | ||
| Battery life | 1200 photos | 290 photos |
| Battery type | Battery Pack | Battery Pack |
| Battery model | EN-EL14a | NP-FH50 |
| Self timer | Yes (2, 5, 10, 20 secs (1-9 exposures)) | Yes (2 or 10 sec) |
| Time lapse feature | ||
| Type of storage | SD/SDHC/SDXC | Memory Stick Pro Duo/ Pro-HG Duo, SD/SDHC |
| Card slots | One | One |
| Pricing at release | $397 | $600 |