Nikon D3400 vs Sony A37

In this article, we are matching up the Nikon D3400 and Sony A37, both Entry-Level DSLR cameras by manufacturers Nikon and Sony. There exists a significant gap among the sensor resolutions of the D3400 (24MP) and A37 (16MP) but they use the same exact sensor dimensions (APS-C).

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The D3400 was announced 4 years later than the A37 and that is a fairly sizable gap as far as camera technology is concerned. Each of these cameras offer the identical body type (Compact SLR).

Before getting straight into a in depth comparison, below is a simple highlight of how the D3400 scores versus the A37 with regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

Following is a sample of the gallery pics for Nikon D3400 and Sony SLT-A37. The whole galleries are provided at Nikon D3400 Gallery and Sony A37 Gallery.

When you are looking to carry your camera, you have to take into account its weight and volume. The Nikon D3400 provides external dimensions of 124mm x 98mm x 76mm (4.9" x 3.9" x 3.0") with a weight of 395 grams (0.87 lbs) and the Sony A37 has sizing of 124mm x 92mm x 85mm (4.9" x 3.6" x 3.3") having a weight of 506 grams (1.12 lbs).

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Take into consideration, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change dependant on the lens you are utilizing during that time. Here is the front view scale comparison of the D3400 vs the A37.

Considering dimensions and weight, the portability rating of the D3400 and A37 is 70 and 67 respectively.

Sometimes, it is very tough to envision the gap in sensor sizing only by going through technical specs. The graphic underneath should provide you a clearer sense of the sensor dimensions in the D3400 and A37.

As you have seen, both the cameras offer the same exact sensor sizing but not the same resolution. You should expect to see the Nikon D3400 to produce extra detail with its extra 8MP. Greater resolution will let you crop pics a little more aggressively. The younger D3400 is going to have an advantage in sensor innovation.