Nikon D3400 vs Sony A65

The following is a in depth comparison of the Nikon D3400 and Sony A65, both Entry-Level DSLR digital cameras by companies Nikon and Sony. The resolution of the D3400 (24MP) and the A65 (24MP) is very similar and both cameras boast the same sensor size (APS-C).

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The D3400 was unveiled 4 years after the A65 which is quite a serious difference as far as technology is concerned. The two cameras have the same body design (Compact SLR).

Before we go straight to a comprehensive comparison, here is a concise highlight of how the D3400 grades against the A65 in terms of portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

Below is a sample of the gallery pics for Nikon D3400 & Sony SLT-A65. The full galleries are available at Nikon D3400 Gallery & Sony A65 Gallery.

When you are intending to travel with your camera frequently, you are going to need to factor in its weight and dimensions. The Nikon D3400 has exterior 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) while the Sony A65 has dimensions of 132mm x 97mm x 81mm (5.2" x 3.8" x 3.2") with a weight of 622 grams (1.37 lbs).

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Take into consideration, the weight of an ILC will change dependant on the lens you are using at that time. Underneath is a front view measurements comparison of the D3400 compared to the A65.

Taking into consideration dimensions and weight, the portability grade of the D3400 and A65 is 70 and 64 respectively.

Typically, it can be hard to envision the contrast between sensor dimensions only by reading specifications. The picture below should offer you a greater sense of the sensor measurements in the D3400 and A65.

To sum up, the 2 cameras provide the same sensor dimensions and the identical megapixels so you can expect similar quality of images although you might want to factor the age of the products into consideration. The more modern D3400 will have a benefit with regard to sensor tech.