Nikon D40X vs Sony A580
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Nikon D40X vs Sony A580 Key Specs
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- 16MP - APS-C Sensor
- 3" Tilting Screen
- ISO 100 - 12800 (Push to 25600)
- Sensor based Image Stabilization
- 1920 x 1080 video
- Sony/Minolta Alpha Mount
- 599g - 137 x 104 x 84mm
- Launched May 2011
- Previous Model is Sony A100
Nikon D40X vs Sony A580 Overview
Let's examine more closely at the Nikon D40X and Sony A580, both Entry-Level DSLR digital cameras by rivals Nikon and Sony. There is a huge difference between the resolutions of the D40X (10MP) and A580 (16MP) but they come with the same exact sensor measurements (APS-C).
Europe Approves Revolutionary AI LegislationThe D40X was unveiled 5 years before the A580 which is quite a significant gap as far as tech is concerned. Each of these cameras offer the identical body type (Compact SLR).
Before diving straight into a in depth comparison, below is a concise synopsis of how the D40X scores against the A580 with regard to portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.
Nikon D40X vs Sony A580 Gallery
Below is a preview of the gallery images for Nikon D40X and Sony Alpha DSLR-A580. The full galleries are provided at Nikon D40X Gallery and Sony A580 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Nikon D40X over the Sony A580
D40X | A580 |
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Reasons to pick Sony A580 over the Nikon D40X
A580 | D40X | |||
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Launched | May 2011 | May 2007 | Newer by 48 months | |
Screen type | Tilting | Fixed | Tilting screen | |
Screen sizing | 3" | 2.5" | Bigger screen (+0.5") | |
Screen resolution | 922k | 230k | Clearer screen (+692k dot) |
Common features in the Nikon D40X and Sony A580
D40X | A580 | |||
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Manually focus | Dial precise focus | |||
Selfie screen | Lacking selfie screen | |||
Touch screen | Neither comes with Touch screen |
Nikon D40X vs Sony A580 Physical Comparison
For anybody who is going to travel with your camera regularly, you're going to have to take into account its weight and proportions. The Nikon D40X comes with outside measurements of 124mm x 94mm x 64mm (4.9" x 3.7" x 2.5") along with a weight of 522 grams (1.15 lbs) while the Sony A580 has measurements of 137mm x 104mm x 84mm (5.4" x 4.1" x 3.3") having a weight of 599 grams (1.32 lbs).
Check the Nikon D40X and Sony A580 in the latest Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.Don't forget, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change dependant on the lens you have chosen at that moment. Below is the front view over all size comparison of the D40X versus the A580.
Using size and weight, the portability grade of the D40X and A580 is 71 and 64 respectively.
Nikon D40X vs Sony A580 Sensor Comparison
Oftentimes, its difficult to imagine the difference between sensor dimensions purely by reading through technical specs. The picture here may provide you a clearer sense of the sensor sizing in the D40X and A580.
As you can tell, each of the cameras enjoy the same exact sensor sizing albeit different MP. You should expect the Sony A580 to give you extra detail having an extra 6 Megapixels. Higher resolution will also make it easier to crop shots far more aggressively. The more aged D40X is going to be disadvantaged when it comes to sensor tech.
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Nikon D40X vs Sony A580 Specifications
Nikon D40X | Sony Alpha DSLR-A580 | |
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General Information | ||
Company | Nikon | Sony |
Model | Nikon D40X | Sony Alpha DSLR-A580 |
Category | Entry-Level DSLR | Entry-Level DSLR |
Introduced | 2007-05-27 | 2011-05-26 |
Physical type | Compact SLR | Compact SLR |
Sensor Information | ||
Powered by | Expeed | Bionz |
Sensor type | CCD | CMOS |
Sensor size | APS-C | APS-C |
Sensor dimensions | 23.7 x 15.6mm | 23.5 x 15.6mm |
Sensor area | 369.7mm² | 366.6mm² |
Sensor resolution | 10 megapixel | 16 megapixel |
Anti aliasing filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 3:2 | 3:2 and 16:9 |
Maximum resolution | 3872 x 2592 | 4912 x 3264 |
Maximum native ISO | 1600 | 12800 |
Maximum boosted ISO | 3200 | 25600 |
Minimum native ISO | 100 | 100 |
RAW files | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Manual focus | ||
Touch to focus | ||
Continuous autofocus | ||
Single autofocus | ||
Tracking autofocus | ||
Selective autofocus | ||
Autofocus center weighted | ||
Autofocus multi area | ||
Autofocus live view | ||
Face detect focus | ||
Contract detect focus | ||
Phase detect focus | ||
Number of focus points | 3 | 15 |
Cross focus points | - | 3 |
Lens | ||
Lens mount | Nikon F | Sony/Minolta Alpha |
Number of lenses | 309 | 143 |
Focal length multiplier | 1.5 | 1.5 |
Screen | ||
Display type | Fixed Type | Tilting |
Display diagonal | 2.5" | 3" |
Display resolution | 230 thousand dots | 922 thousand dots |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch screen | ||
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder type | Optical (pentamirror) | Optical (pentamirror) |
Viewfinder coverage | 95% | 95% |
Viewfinder magnification | 0.53x | 0.53x |
Features | ||
Lowest shutter speed | 30 seconds | 30 seconds |
Highest shutter speed | 1/4000 seconds | 1/4000 seconds |
Continuous shooting rate | 3.0 frames/s | 7.0 frames/s |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Manual mode | ||
Exposure compensation | Yes | Yes |
Custom white balance | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Built-in flash | ||
Flash range | 17.00 m | 12.00 m |
Flash options | 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 |
External flash | ||
AE bracketing | ||
WB bracketing | ||
Highest flash synchronize | 1/200 seconds | 1/160 seconds |
Exposure | ||
Multisegment exposure | ||
Average exposure | ||
Spot exposure | ||
Partial exposure | ||
AF area exposure | ||
Center weighted exposure | ||
Video features | ||
Video resolutions | - | 1920 x 1080 (60, 29.97 fps), 1440 x 1080 (30fps), 640 x 424 (29.97 fps) |
Maximum video resolution | None | 1920x1080 |
Video format | - | MPEG-4, AVCHD, H.264 |
Mic port | ||
Headphone port | ||
Connectivity | ||
Wireless | None | Eye-Fi Connected |
Bluetooth | ||
NFC | ||
HDMI | ||
USB | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) |
GPS | None | None |
Physical | ||
Environmental sealing | ||
Water proof | ||
Dust proof | ||
Shock proof | ||
Crush proof | ||
Freeze proof | ||
Weight | 522 grams (1.15 lb) | 599 grams (1.32 lb) |
Dimensions | 124 x 94 x 64mm (4.9" x 3.7" x 2.5") | 137 x 104 x 84mm (5.4" x 4.1" x 3.3") |
DXO scores | ||
DXO All around score | 63 | 80 |
DXO Color Depth score | 22.4 | 23.8 |
DXO Dynamic range score | 11.4 | 13.3 |
DXO Low light score | 516 | 1121 |
Other | ||
Battery life | - | 1050 images |
Type of battery | - | Battery Pack |
Battery model | EN-EL9 | NP-FM500H |
Self timer | Yes (2 to 20 sec) | Yes (2 or 10 sec) |
Time lapse feature | ||
Type of storage | SD/SDHC card | SD/SDHC/SDXC/Memory Stick Pro Duo/ Pro-HG Duo |
Card slots | Single | Dual |
Retail pricing | $375 | $848 |