Nikon D3500 vs Sony A450

Here, we will be matching up the Nikon D3500 versus Sony A450, both Entry-Level DSLR cameras by rivals Nikon and Sony. There exists a sizeable gap among the image resolutions of the D3500 (24MP) and A450 (14MP) but both cameras have the identical sensor sizes (APS-C).

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The D3500 was released 8 years after the A450 which is a fairly large gap as far as camera technology is concerned. Both cameras feature the same body design (Compact SLR).

Before delving into a in depth comparison, here is a concise synopsis of how the D3500 scores against the A450 with regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

Below is a preview of the gallery photos for Nikon D3500 and Sony Alpha DSLR-A450. The complete galleries are viewable at Nikon D3500 Gallery and Sony A450 Gallery.

If you are going to travel with your camera regularly, you should take into account its weight and size. The Nikon D3500 has got outside measurements of 124mm x 97mm x 70mm (4.9" x 3.8" x 2.8") accompanied by a weight of 365 grams (0.80 lbs) while the Sony A450 has specifications of 137mm x 104mm x 81mm (5.4" x 4.1" x 3.2") accompanied by a weight of 560 grams (1.23 lbs).

Compare the Nikon D3500 versus Sony A450 in the latest Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Remember, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change depending on the lens you are working with at that time. The following is a front view sizing comparison of the D3500 compared to the A450.

Looking at dimensions and weight, the portability score of the D3500 and A450 is 72 and 65 respectively.

Typically, its hard to see the gap in sensor dimensions purely by checking out specifications. The picture underneath should give you a greater sense of the sensor measurements in the D3500 and A450.

To sum up, both of those cameras come with the identical sensor size albeit not the same megapixels. You should count on the Nikon D3500 to produce more detail as a result of its extra 10 Megapixels. Higher resolution can also make it easier to crop pictures a good deal more aggressively. The fresher D3500 is going to have a benefit with regard to sensor innovation.