Nikon D40X vs Sony A35

Following is a thorough comparison of the Nikon D40X versus Sony A35, both Entry-Level DSLR digital cameras by rivals Nikon and Sony. There is a noticeable difference between the sensor resolutions of the D40X (10MP) and A35 (16MP) but they possess the exact same sensor dimensions (APS-C).

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The D40X was manufactured 5 years earlier than the A35 which is quite a sizable difference as far as tech is concerned. Both the cameras come with the identical body type (Compact SLR).

Before getting in to a in depth comparison, below is a short summary of how the D40X grades vs the A35 with regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

This is a preview of the gallery photos for Nikon D40X & Sony SLT-A35. The entire galleries are viewable at Nikon D40X Gallery & Sony A35 Gallery.

In case you're aiming to carry around your camera, you should factor in its weight and dimensions. The Nikon D40X offers outer dimensions of 124mm x 94mm x 64mm (4.9" x 3.7" x 2.5") accompanied by a weight of 522 grams (1.15 lbs) while the Sony A35 has dimensions of 124mm x 92mm x 85mm (4.9" x 3.6" x 3.3") with a weight of 415 grams (0.91 lbs).

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Take into account, the weight of an ILC will differ depending on the lens you are utilizing at that time. Below is the front view physical size comparison of the D40X against the A35.

Looking at size and weight, the portability grade of the D40X and A35 is 71 and 69 respectively.

Generally, it can be difficult to envision the contrast between sensor sizes merely by looking at a spec sheet. The image here should give you a much better sense of the sensor dimensions in the D40X and A35.

As you can see, both the cameras posses the exact same sensor measurements albeit not the same resolution. You can count on the Sony A35 to give you extra detail due to its extra 6MP. Higher resolution will help you crop photographs somewhat more aggressively. The more aged D40X is going to be behind when it comes to sensor innovation.