Nikon D40X vs Sony A290
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Nikon D40X vs Sony A290 Key Specs
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- 14MP - APS-C Sensor
- 2.7" Fixed Display
- ISO 100 - 3200
- Sensor based Image Stabilization
- No Video
- Sony/Minolta Alpha Mount
- 549g - 128 x 97 x 86mm
- Released June 2010
- Replaced the Sony A230
Nikon D40X vs Sony A290 Overview
Its time to examine more closely at the Nikon D40X versus Sony A290, both Entry-Level DSLR digital cameras by manufacturers Nikon and Sony. There exists a huge gap between the sensor resolutions of the D40X (10MP) and A290 (14MP) but they possess the same exact sensor dimensions (APS-C).
TikTok Developing Photo App to Challenge Instagram's DominanceThe D40X was manufactured 4 years prior to the A290 which is quite a significant gap as far as technology is concerned. Each of the cameras offer the identical body type (Compact SLR).
Before delving in to a more detailed comparison, below is a simple summation of how the D40X scores vs the A290 in regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.
Nikon D40X vs Sony A290 Gallery
The following is a sample of the gallery pics for Nikon D40X and Sony Alpha DSLR-A290. The entire galleries are available at Nikon D40X Gallery and Sony A290 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Nikon D40X over the Sony A290
D40X | A290 |
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Reasons to pick Sony A290 over the Nikon D40X
A290 | D40X | |||
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Released | June 2010 | May 2007 | Newer by 36 months | |
Display sizing | 2.7" | 2.5" | Larger display (+0.2") |
Common features in the Nikon D40X and Sony A290
D40X | A290 | |||
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Focus manually | Dial accurate focusing | |||
Display type | Fixed | Fixed | Fixed display | |
Display resolution | 230k | 230k | Exact same display resolution | |
Selfie screen | Lacking selfie screen | |||
Touch display | Lacking Touch display |
Nikon D40X vs Sony A290 Physical Comparison
If you are going to travel with your camera, you have to think about its weight and size. The Nikon D40X offers physical measurements of 124mm x 94mm x 64mm (4.9" x 3.7" x 2.5") and a weight of 522 grams (1.15 lbs) and the Sony A290 has specifications of 128mm x 97mm x 86mm (5.0" x 3.8" x 3.4") and a weight of 549 grams (1.21 lbs).
Check out the Nikon D40X versus Sony A290 in the new Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.Do not forget, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary dependant on the lens you have during that time. Underneath is the front view physical size comparison of the D40X and the A290.
Taking into consideration dimensions and weight, the portability rating of the D40X and A290 is 71 and 66 respectively.
Nikon D40X vs Sony A290 Sensor Comparison
More often than not, it can be tough to visualise the difference between sensor dimensions merely by reading through technical specs. The image below will help give you a stronger sense of the sensor measurements in the D40X and A290.
As you have seen, each of these cameras enjoy the same exact sensor sizing but not the same megapixels. You should expect to see the Sony A290 to give you extra detail due to its extra 4MP. Greater resolution will also enable you to crop images far more aggressively. The more aged D40X is going to be behind when it comes to sensor tech.
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Nikon D40X vs Sony A290 Specifications
Nikon D40X | Sony Alpha DSLR-A290 | |
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General Information | ||
Make | Nikon | Sony |
Model | Nikon D40X | Sony Alpha DSLR-A290 |
Type | Entry-Level DSLR | Entry-Level DSLR |
Revealed | 2007-05-27 | 2010-06-09 |
Body design | Compact SLR | Compact SLR |
Sensor Information | ||
Chip | Expeed | Bionz |
Sensor type | CCD | CCD |
Sensor size | APS-C | APS-C |
Sensor measurements | 23.7 x 15.6mm | 23.5 x 15.7mm |
Sensor area | 369.7mm² | 369.0mm² |
Sensor resolution | 10 megapixels | 14 megapixels |
Anti aliasing filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 3:2 | 3:2 and 16:9 |
Maximum resolution | 3872 x 2592 | 4592 x 3056 |
Maximum native ISO | 1600 | 3200 |
Maximum boosted ISO | 3200 | - |
Lowest native ISO | 100 | 100 |
RAW pictures | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Manual focus | ||
AF touch | ||
AF continuous | ||
AF single | ||
AF tracking | ||
Selective AF | ||
Center weighted AF | ||
Multi area AF | ||
AF live view | ||
Face detection AF | ||
Contract detection AF | ||
Phase detection AF | ||
Number of focus points | 3 | 9 |
Lens | ||
Lens mount | Nikon F | Sony/Minolta Alpha |
Amount of lenses | 309 | 143 |
Focal length multiplier | 1.5 | 1.5 |
Screen | ||
Range of screen | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Screen sizing | 2.5" | 2.7" |
Screen resolution | 230k dot | 230k dot |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch capability | ||
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder type | Optical (pentamirror) | Optical (pentamirror) |
Viewfinder coverage | 95 percent | 95 percent |
Viewfinder magnification | 0.53x | 0.55x |
Features | ||
Slowest shutter speed | 30 secs | 30 secs |
Maximum shutter speed | 1/4000 secs | 1/4000 secs |
Continuous shooting speed | 3.0fps | 3.0fps |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Manual exposure | ||
Exposure compensation | Yes | Yes |
Change WB | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Built-in flash | ||
Flash range | 17.00 m | 10.00 m (at ISO 100) |
Flash settings | Front curtain, Rear curtain, Red-Eye, Slow, Red-Eye Slow | Auto, On, Off, Red-Eye, Slow Sync, High Speed Sync, Rear Curtain, Fill-in, Wireless |
Hot shoe | ||
Auto exposure bracketing | ||
WB bracketing | ||
Maximum flash sync | 1/200 secs | 1/160 secs |
Exposure | ||
Multisegment exposure | ||
Average exposure | ||
Spot exposure | ||
Partial exposure | ||
AF area exposure | ||
Center weighted exposure | ||
Video features | ||
Maximum video resolution | None | None |
Microphone jack | ||
Headphone jack | ||
Connectivity | ||
Wireless | None | None |
Bluetooth | ||
NFC | ||
HDMI | ||
USB | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) |
GPS | None | None |
Physical | ||
Environmental seal | ||
Water proof | ||
Dust proof | ||
Shock proof | ||
Crush proof | ||
Freeze proof | ||
Weight | 522g (1.15 lb) | 549g (1.21 lb) |
Dimensions | 124 x 94 x 64mm (4.9" x 3.7" x 2.5") | 128 x 97 x 86mm (5.0" x 3.8" x 3.4") |
DXO scores | ||
DXO All around score | 63 | 66 |
DXO Color Depth score | 22.4 | 22.6 |
DXO Dynamic range score | 11.4 | 11.5 |
DXO Low light score | 516 | 615 |
Other | ||
Battery life | - | 290 pictures |
Form of battery | - | Battery Pack |
Battery model | EN-EL9 | NP-FH50 |
Self timer | Yes (2 to 20 sec) | Yes (2 or 10 sec) |
Time lapse shooting | ||
Storage media | SD/SDHC card | Memory Stick Pro Duo/ Pro-HG Duo, SD/SDHC |
Storage slots | Single | Single |
Launch cost | $375 | $600 |