Nikon D3400 vs Sony A560
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![Nikon D3400 front Nikon D3400 front](https://pxlmag.com/db/images/cameras/w300/fronton/Nikon-D3400.jpg)
![Sony Alpha DSLR-A560 front Sony Alpha DSLR-A560 front](https://pxlmag.com/db/images/cameras/gallery/medium/Sony-Alpha-DSLR-A560/Sony-A560-front.jpg)
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78 Overall
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Nikon D3400 vs Sony A560 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
- Released August 2016
- Succeeded the Nikon D3300
- Later Model is Nikon D3500
(Full Review)
- 14MP - APS-C Sensor
- 3" Tilting Display
- ISO 100 - 12800 (Push to 25600)
- Sensor based Image Stabilization
- 1920 x 1080 video
- Sony/Minolta Alpha Mount
- 599g - 137 x 104 x 84mm
- Introduced August 2010
- Succeeded the Sony A500
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Nikon D3400 vs Sony A560 Overview
Following is a in-depth analysis of the Nikon D3400 versus Sony A560, both Entry-Level DSLR cameras by competitors Nikon and Sony. There is a considerable difference among the resolutions of the D3400 (24MP) and A560 (14MP) but both cameras provide the same sensor sizes (APS-C).
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The D3400 was released 6 years after the A560 which is a fairly large difference as far as camera tech is concerned. Both of these cameras have the same body design (Compact SLR).
Before going into a more detailed comparison, here is a brief introduction of how the D3400 scores vs the A560 when it comes to portability, imaging, features and an overall score.
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Nikon D3400 vs Sony A560 Gallery
The following is a sample of the gallery pics for Nikon D3400 & Sony Alpha DSLR-A560. The complete galleries are available at Nikon D3400 Gallery & Sony A560 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Nikon D3400 over the Sony A560
D3400 | A560 | |||
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Introduced | August 2016 | ![]() | August 2010 | More modern by 73 months |
Reasons to pick Sony A560 over the Nikon D3400
A560 | D3400 | |||
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Display type | Tilting | ![]() | Fixed | Tilting display |
Display resolution | 922k | ![]() | 921k | Clearer display (+1k dot) |
Common features in the Nikon D3400 and Sony A560
D3400 | A560 | |||
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Manually focus | ![]() | More precise focusing | ||
Display dimensions | 3" | ![]() | 3" | Equal display dimensions |
Selfie screen | ![]() | Neither includes selfie screen | ||
Touch display | ![]() | Neither includes Touch display |
Nikon D3400 vs Sony A560 Physical Comparison
For those who are intending to carry around your camera often, you will need to factor in its weight and measurements. The Nikon D3400 features outside 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) whilst the Sony A560 has proportions of 137mm x 104mm x 84mm (5.4" x 4.1" x 3.3") with a weight of 599 grams (1.32 lbs).
Examine the Nikon D3400 versus Sony A560 in our newest Camera & Lens Size Comparison Tool.![Camera Size Comparison with Lenses Camera Size Comparison with Lenses](https://pxlmag.com/db/assets/camera-size-comparison-animation.gif)
Always remember, the weight of an ILC will vary dependant on the lens you are utilising at that moment. Here is a front view over all size comparison of the D3400 vs the A560.
![Nikon D3400 vs Sony A560 size comparison Nikon D3400 vs Sony A560 size comparison](https://pxlmag.com/db/images/camera-compare/Nikon-D3400-vs-Sony-Alpha-DSLR-A560-size-comparison.jpg)
Using size and weight, the portability grade of the D3400 and A560 is 70 and 64 respectively.
![Nikon D3400 vs Sony A560 top view buttons comparison Nikon D3400 vs Sony A560 top view buttons comparison](https://pxlmag.com/db/images/camera-compare/Nikon-D3400-vs-Sony-Alpha-DSLR-A560-top-view-buttons-comparison.jpg)
Nikon D3400 vs Sony A560 Sensor Comparison
Oftentimes, it is hard to visualise the difference in sensor sizes just by viewing technical specs. The picture underneath will help offer you a more clear sense of the sensor sizing in the D3400 and A560.
As you can tell, both of these cameras have the same sensor dimensions but not the same MP. You can expect to see the Nikon D3400 to provide you with greater detail as a result of its extra 10 Megapixels. Greater resolution will enable you to crop pics a bit more aggressively. The more recent D3400 is going to have an edge when it comes to sensor technology.
![Nikon D3400 vs Sony A560 sensor size comparison Nikon D3400 vs Sony A560 sensor size comparison](https://pxlmag.com/db/images/sensor-compare/Nikon-D3400-vs-Sony-Alpha-DSLR-A560-sensor-size-comparison.png)
Nikon D3400 vs Sony A560 Screen and ViewFinder
![Nikon D3400 vs Sony A560 Screen and Viewfinder comparison Nikon D3400 vs Sony A560 Screen and Viewfinder comparison](https://pxlmag.com/db/images/camera-compare/Nikon-D3400-vs-Sony-Alpha-DSLR-A560-screen-back-comparison.jpg)
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Photography Type Scores
Portrait Comparison
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Street Comparison
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Sports Comparison
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Travel Comparison
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Landscape Comparison
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Vlogging Comparison
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Nikon D3400 vs Sony A560 Specifications
Nikon D3400 | Sony Alpha DSLR-A560 | |
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General Information | ||
Brand | Nikon | Sony |
Model | Nikon D3400 | Sony Alpha DSLR-A560 |
Class | Entry-Level DSLR | Entry-Level DSLR |
Released | 2016-08-17 | 2010-08-24 |
Body design | Compact SLR | Compact SLR |
Sensor Information | ||
Powered by | Expeed 4 | Bionz |
Sensor type | CMOS | CMOS |
Sensor size | APS-C | APS-C |
Sensor dimensions | 23.5 x 15.6mm | 23.5 x 15.6mm |
Sensor surface area | 366.6mm² | 366.6mm² |
Sensor resolution | 24 megapixel | 14 megapixel |
Anti aliasing filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 3:2 | 3:2 and 16:9 |
Highest resolution | 6000 x 4000 | 4592 x 3056 |
Highest native ISO | 25600 | 12800 |
Highest boosted ISO | - | 25600 |
Min native ISO | 100 | 100 |
RAW images | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Focus manually | ||
Autofocus touch | ||
Continuous autofocus | ||
Single autofocus | ||
Autofocus tracking | ||
Autofocus selectice | ||
Autofocus center weighted | ||
Autofocus multi area | ||
Live view autofocus | ||
Face detect focus | ||
Contract detect focus | ||
Phase detect focus | ||
Number of focus points | 11 | 15 |
Cross focus points | 1 | 3 |
Lens | ||
Lens mount | Nikon F | Sony/Minolta Alpha |
Number of lenses | 309 | 143 |
Crop factor | 1.5 | 1.5 |
Screen | ||
Range of display | Fixed Type | Tilting |
Display sizing | 3 inch | 3 inch |
Resolution of display | 921k dot | 922k dot |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch function | ||
Display technology | TFT LCD | - |
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder type | Optical (pentamirror) | Optical (pentamirror) |
Viewfinder coverage | 95 percent | 95 percent |
Viewfinder magnification | 0.56x | 0.53x |
Features | ||
Slowest shutter speed | 30 secs | 30 secs |
Maximum shutter speed | 1/4000 secs | 1/4000 secs |
Continuous shooting speed | 5.0 frames/s | 5.0 frames/s |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Expose Manually | ||
Exposure compensation | Yes | Yes |
Set white balance | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Built-in flash | ||
Flash range | 7.00 m (at ISO 100) | 12.00 m |
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 | Auto, On, Off, Red-Eye, Slow Sync, High Speed Sync, Rear Curtain, Fill-in, Wireless |
Hot shoe | ||
AEB | ||
White balance bracketing | ||
Maximum flash sync | 1/200 secs | 1/160 secs |
Exposure | ||
Multisegment exposure | ||
Average exposure | ||
Spot exposure | ||
Partial exposure | ||
AF area exposure | ||
Center weighted exposure | ||
Video features | ||
Supported video resolutions | 1920 x 1080 (60, 50, 30, 25, 24 fps), 1280 x 720 (60, 50 fps), 640 x 424 (30, 25 fps) | 1920 x 1080 (60, 29.97 fps), 1440 x 1080 (30fps), 640 x 424 (29.97 fps) |
Highest video resolution | 1920x1080 | 1920x1080 |
Video data format | MPEG-4, H.264 | MPEG-4, AVCHD, H.264 |
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 proof | ||
Dust proof | ||
Shock proof | ||
Crush proof | ||
Freeze proof | ||
Weight | 395 gr (0.87 pounds) | 599 gr (1.32 pounds) |
Physical dimensions | 124 x 98 x 76mm (4.9" x 3.9" x 3.0") | 137 x 104 x 84mm (5.4" x 4.1" x 3.3") |
DXO scores | ||
DXO All around score | 86 | 70 |
DXO Color Depth score | 24.8 | 22.5 |
DXO Dynamic range score | 13.9 | 12.3 |
DXO Low light score | 1192 | 817 |
Other | ||
Battery life | 1200 images | 1050 images |
Battery form | Battery Pack | Battery Pack |
Battery model | EN-EL14a | NP-FM500H |
Self timer | Yes (2, 5, 10, 20 secs (1-9 exposures)) | Yes (2 or 10 sec) |
Time lapse feature | ||
Storage media | SD/SDHC/SDXC | SD/SDHC/SDXC/Memory Stick Pro Duo/ Pro-HG Duo |
Storage slots | Single | Dual |
Cost at launch | $397 | $650 |