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Nikon D3X vs Sony A200

Portability
51
Imaging
67
Features
65
Overall
66
Nikon D3X front
 
Sony Alpha DSLR-A200 front
Portability
66
Imaging
50
Features
38
Overall
45

Nikon D3X vs Sony A200 Key Specs

Nikon D3X
(Full Review)
  • 25MP - Full frame Sensor
  • 3" Fixed Screen
  • ISO 100 - 1600 (Boost to 6400)
  • 1/8000s Maximum Shutter
  • No Video
  • Nikon F Mount
  • 1260g - 160 x 157 x 88mm
  • Launched February 2009
  • Earlier Model is Nikon D2Xs
Sony A200
(Full Review)
  • 10MP - APS-C Sensor
  • 2.7" Fixed Display
  • ISO 100 - 3200
  • Sensor based Image Stabilization
  • No Video
  • Sony/Minolta Alpha Mount
  • 572g - 131 x 99 x 71mm
  • Revealed July 2008
  • Replacement is Sony A230
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Nikon D3X vs Sony A200 Overview

Below is a extended review of the Nikon D3X versus Sony A200, one being a Pro DSLR and the other is a Entry-Level DSLR by brands Nikon and Sony. There exists a huge gap between the resolutions of the D3X (25MP) and A200 (10MP) and the D3X (Full frame) and A200 (APS-C) feature totally different sensor dimensions.

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The D3X was brought out 8 months later than the A200 which means that they are both of a similar generation. Both cameras come with different body type with the Nikon D3X being a Large SLR camera and the Sony A200 being a Compact SLR camera.

Before going through a detailed comparison, below is a brief view of how the D3X scores versus the A200 in terms of portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.

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Reasons to pick Nikon D3X over the Sony A200

 D3X A200 
RevealedFebruary 2009July 2008More recent by 8 months
Display dimension3"2.7"Larger display (+0.3")
Display resolution920k230kSharper display (+690k dot)

Reasons to pick Sony A200 over the Nikon D3X

 A200 D3X 

Common features in the Nikon D3X and Sony A200

 D3X A200 
Manually focus Dial precise focusing
Display typeFixed Fixed Fixed display
Selfie screen Missing selfie screen
Touch display Missing Touch display

Nikon D3X vs Sony A200 Physical Comparison

For anybody who is looking to lug around your camera frequently, you will need to consider its weight and size. The Nikon D3X enjoys outside dimensions of 160mm x 157mm x 88mm (6.3" x 6.2" x 3.5") having a weight of 1260 grams (2.78 lbs) and the Sony A200 has specifications of 131mm x 99mm x 71mm (5.2" x 3.9" x 2.8") having a weight of 572 grams (1.26 lbs).

See the Nikon D3X versus Sony A200 in the latest Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool. Camera Size Comparison with Lenses

Don't forget, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary depending on the lens you have chosen at that time. Underneath is the front view overall size comparison of the D3X vs the A200.

Nikon D3X vs Sony A200 size comparison

Considering dimensions and weight, the portability rating of the D3X and A200 is 51 and 66 respectively.

Nikon D3X vs Sony A200 top view buttons comparison

Nikon D3X vs Sony A200 Sensor Comparison

Quite often, it's hard to see the gap between sensor measurements only by reviewing technical specs. The visual here should offer you a stronger sense of the sensor dimensions in the D3X and A200.

As you have seen, each of these cameras posses different resolutions and different sensor measurements. The D3X due to its larger sensor will make achieving shallower DOF easier and the Nikon D3X will deliver extra detail having its extra 15MP. Greater resolution can also let you crop photos somewhat more aggressively. The younger D3X will have an edge with regard to sensor technology.

Nikon D3X vs Sony A200 sensor size comparison

Nikon D3X vs Sony A200 Screen and ViewFinder

Nikon D3X vs Sony A200 Screen and Viewfinder comparison
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Photography Type Scores

Portrait Comparison

Nikon D3X as a Portrait photography camera
Sony A200 as a Portrait photography camera
80
you can focus manually
megapixel count amazing (25MP)
large sensor size (Full frame)
saves RAW files
54
has manual focus
sensor size is decent (APS-C)
delivers RAW formats
does not have liveview
low MP (10MP)
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Street Comparison

Street photography with Nikon D3X
Street photography with Sony A200
57
large sensor size (Full frame)
saves RAW files
environment proofing
screen does not articulate
no image stabilization
66
image stabilization (Sensor based)
sensor size is decent (APS-C)
delivers RAW formats
no moving screen
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Sports Comparison

Sports photography with Nikon D3X
Sports photography with Sony A200
71
high shutter speed (1/8,000s)
megapixel count amazing (25 megapixels)
large sensor size (Full frame)
environment proofing
better than average battery (4,400 per charge)
sensor has phase detect AF
max frames per second very slow (5.0 frames per second)
no image stabilization
50
image stabilization (Sensor based)
sensor size is decent (APS-C)
has phase detect autofocus
does not have liveview
max fps low (3.0 frames per second)
low MP (10MP)
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Travel Comparison

Nikon D3X Travel photography highlights
Sony A200 Travel photography highlights
63
better than average battery (4,400 shots)
environment proofing
megapixel count amazing (25MP)
doesn't contain selfie friendly display
46
flash built-in
lack of Timelapse recording
low MP (10MP)
screen is not selfie friendly
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Landscape Comparison

Nikon D3X Landscape photography details
Sony A200 Landscape photography details
76
you can focus manually
switch lenses (Nikon F mount)
screen is a good size (3")
megapixel count amazing (25MP)
large sensor size (Full frame)
saves RAW files
environment proofing
better than average battery (4,400 shots)
has dual storage slots
no image stabilization
54
has manual focus
change lenses (Sony/Minolta Alpha mount)
image stabilization (Sensor based)
sensor size is decent (APS-C)
delivers RAW formats
screen is small (2.7 inches)
does not have liveview
low MP (10MP)
lack of Timelapse recording
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Vlogging Comparison

Vlogging with Nikon D3X
Vlogging with Sony A200
9
lack of video recording
9
can't record video
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Nikon D3X vs Sony A200 Specifications

Detailed spec comparison table for Nikon D3X and Sony A200
 Nikon D3XSony Alpha DSLR-A200
General Information
Company Nikon Sony
Model type Nikon D3X Sony Alpha DSLR-A200
Class Pro DSLR Entry-Level DSLR
Launched 2009-02-19 2008-07-17
Physical type Large SLR Compact SLR
Sensor Information
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Sensor type CMOS CCD
Sensor size Full frame APS-C
Sensor measurements 35.9 x 24mm 23.6 x 15.8mm
Sensor area 861.6mm² 372.9mm²
Sensor resolution 25 megapixel 10 megapixel
Anti alias filter
Aspect ratio 3:2 -
Highest Possible resolution 6048 x 4032 3872 x 2592
Maximum native ISO 1600 3200
Maximum enhanced ISO 6400 -
Lowest native ISO 100 100
RAW format
Lowest enhanced ISO 50 -
Autofocusing
Focus manually
Touch to focus
Autofocus continuous
Autofocus single
Tracking autofocus
Selective autofocus
Center weighted autofocus
Multi area autofocus
Autofocus live view
Face detection autofocus
Contract detection autofocus
Phase detection autofocus
Total focus points 51 9
Lens
Lens mount type Nikon F Sony/Minolta Alpha
Number of lenses 309 143
Crop factor 1 1.5
Screen
Screen type Fixed Type Fixed Type
Screen size 3 inches 2.7 inches
Screen resolution 920 thousand dots 230 thousand dots
Selfie friendly
Liveview
Touch capability
Screen tech Super Density TFT color LCD with wide-viewing angle -
Viewfinder Information
Viewfinder type Optical (pentaprism) Optical (pentamirror)
Viewfinder coverage 100% 95%
Viewfinder magnification 0.7x 0.55x
Features
Minimum shutter speed 30s 30s
Fastest shutter speed 1/8000s 1/4000s
Continuous shutter rate 5.0fps 3.0fps
Shutter priority
Aperture priority
Expose Manually
Exposure compensation Yes Yes
Change white balance
Image stabilization
Inbuilt flash
Flash distance no built-in flash 12.00 m (at ISO 100)
Flash settings Auto, On, Off, Red-eye, Slow sync, Rear curtain Auto, Red-Eye, Slow, Red-Eye Slow, Rear curtain, wireless
External flash
AEB
WB bracketing
Fastest flash synchronize 1/250s -
Exposure
Multisegment
Average
Spot
Partial
AF area
Center weighted
Video features
Maximum video resolution None None
Microphone port
Headphone port
Connectivity
Wireless None None
Bluetooth
NFC
HDMI
USB USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec)
GPS Optional None
Physical
Environment sealing
Water proofing
Dust proofing
Shock proofing
Crush proofing
Freeze proofing
Weight 1260 grams (2.78 lb) 572 grams (1.26 lb)
Dimensions 160 x 157 x 88mm (6.3" x 6.2" x 3.5") 131 x 99 x 71mm (5.2" x 3.9" x 2.8")
DXO scores
DXO Overall rating 88 63
DXO Color Depth rating 24.7 22.3
DXO Dynamic range rating 13.7 11.3
DXO Low light rating 1992 521
Other
Battery life 4400 images -
Style of battery Battery Pack -
Battery ID EN-EL4a -
Self timer Yes (2 to 20 sec, custom) Yes (2 or 10 sec)
Time lapse shooting
Type of storage Compact Flash (Type I or II) x 2, UDMA Compact Flash
Card slots Dual Single
Launch pricing $3,000 $100