Nikon D3400 vs Sony A65
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67 Features
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Nikon D3400 vs Sony A65 Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 24MP - APS-C Sensor
- 3" Fixed Screen
- ISO 100 - 25600
- No Anti-Alias Filter
- 1920 x 1080 video
- Nikon F Mount
- 395g - 124 x 98 x 76mm
- Released August 2016
- Replaced the Nikon D3300
- Replacement is Nikon D3500
(Full Review)
- 24MP - APS-C Sensor
- 3" Fully Articulated Display
- ISO 100 - 12800 (Raise to 25600)
- Sensor based Image Stabilization
- 1920 x 1080 video
- Sony/Minolta Alpha Mount
- 622g - 132 x 97 x 81mm
- Launched November 2011
- Renewed by Sony A68
Nikon D3400 vs Sony A65 Overview
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).
Snapchat Adds Watermarks to AI-Created ImagesThe 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.
Nikon D3400 vs Sony A65 Gallery
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.
Reasons to pick Nikon D3400 over the Sony A65
D3400 | A65 | |||
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Launched | August 2016 | November 2011 | Newer by 58 months |
Reasons to pick Sony A65 over the Nikon D3400
A65 | D3400 | |||
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Display type | Fully Articulated | Fixed | Fully Articulating display | |
Selfie screen | Take selfies |
Common features in the Nikon D3400 and Sony A65
D3400 | A65 | |||
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Manually focus | Very precise focus | |||
Display dimensions | 3" | 3" | Equal display size | |
Display resolution | 921k | 921k | Exact same display resolution | |
Touch display | Missing Touch display |
Nikon D3400 vs Sony A65 Physical Comparison
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).
Examine the Nikon D3400 and Sony A65 in our completely new Camera plus Lens Size Comparison Tool.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.
Nikon D3400 vs Sony A65 Sensor Comparison
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.
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Nikon D3400 vs Sony A65 Specifications
Nikon D3400 | Sony SLT-A65 | |
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General Information | ||
Company | Nikon | Sony |
Model | Nikon D3400 | Sony SLT-A65 |
Type | Entry-Level DSLR | Entry-Level DSLR |
Released | 2016-08-17 | 2011-11-15 |
Body design | Compact SLR | Compact SLR |
Sensor Information | ||
Chip | 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 megapixels | 24 megapixels |
Anti aliasing filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 3:2 | 3:2 and 16:9 |
Highest resolution | 6000 x 4000 | 6000 x 4000 |
Highest native ISO | 25600 | 12800 |
Highest boosted ISO | - | 25600 |
Minimum native ISO | 100 | 100 |
RAW support | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Focus manually | ||
Touch focus | ||
AF continuous | ||
AF single | ||
Tracking AF | ||
AF selectice | ||
AF center weighted | ||
Multi area AF | ||
Live view AF | ||
Face detection focusing | ||
Contract detection focusing | ||
Phase detection focusing | ||
Number of focus points | 11 | 15 |
Cross focus points | 1 | 3 |
Lens | ||
Lens mount | Nikon F | Sony/Minolta Alpha |
Amount of lenses | 309 | 143 |
Crop factor | 1.5 | 1.5 |
Screen | ||
Screen type | Fixed Type | Fully Articulated |
Screen size | 3 inches | 3 inches |
Screen resolution | 921k dot | 921k dot |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch screen | ||
Screen technology | TFT LCD | - |
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder | Optical (pentamirror) | Electronic |
Viewfinder resolution | - | 2,359k dot |
Viewfinder coverage | 95 percent | 100 percent |
Viewfinder magnification | 0.56x | 0.73x |
Features | ||
Lowest shutter speed | 30 secs | 30 secs |
Highest shutter speed | 1/4000 secs | 1/4000 secs |
Continuous shooting speed | 5.0 frames/s | 10.0 frames/s |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Manually set exposure | ||
Exposure compensation | Yes | Yes |
Custom WB | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Built-in flash | ||
Flash range | 7.00 m (at ISO 100) | 10.00 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 |
External flash | ||
AE bracketing | ||
WB bracketing | ||
Highest flash sync | 1/200 secs | 1/160 secs |
Exposure | ||
Multisegment | ||
Average | ||
Spot | ||
Partial | ||
AF area | ||
Center weighted | ||
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) | 1920 x 1080 (60, 24 fps), 1440 x 1080 (30fps), 640 x 424 (29.97 fps) |
Highest video resolution | 1920x1080 | 1920x1080 |
Video format | MPEG-4, H.264 | MPEG-4, AVCHD, H.264 |
Mic input | ||
Headphone input | ||
Connectivity | ||
Wireless | Optional | Eye-Fi Connected |
Bluetooth | ||
NFC | ||
HDMI | ||
USB | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) |
GPS | Optional | BuiltIn |
Physical | ||
Environment seal | ||
Water proof | ||
Dust proof | ||
Shock proof | ||
Crush proof | ||
Freeze proof | ||
Weight | 395 gr (0.87 lb) | 622 gr (1.37 lb) |
Physical dimensions | 124 x 98 x 76mm (4.9" x 3.9" x 3.0") | 132 x 97 x 81mm (5.2" x 3.8" x 3.2") |
DXO scores | ||
DXO All around score | 86 | 74 |
DXO Color Depth score | 24.8 | 23.4 |
DXO Dynamic range score | 13.9 | 12.6 |
DXO Low light score | 1192 | 717 |
Other | ||
Battery life | 1200 shots | 560 shots |
Type of battery | 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 | ||
Type of storage | SD/SDHC/SDXC | SD/SDHC/SDXC/Memory Stick Pro Duo/ Pro-HG Duo |
Storage slots | Single | Single |
Pricing at launch | $397 | $700 |