Nikon D5000 vs Sony A200
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Nikon D5000 vs Sony A200 Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 12MP - APS-C Sensor
- 2.7" Fully Articulated Screen
- ISO 200 - 3200 (Increase to 6400)
- 1280 x 720 video
- Nikon F Mount
- 590g - 127 x 104 x 80mm
- Released June 2009
- Earlier Model is Nikon D60
- Successor is Nikon D5100
(Full Review)
- 10MP - APS-C Sensor
- 2.7" Fixed Screen
- ISO 100 - 3200
- Sensor based Image Stabilization
- No Video
- Sony/Minolta Alpha Mount
- 572g - 131 x 99 x 71mm
- Introduced July 2008
- New Model is Sony A230
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Here, we will be looking at the Nikon D5000 and Sony A200, both Entry-Level DSLR digital cameras by manufacturers Nikon and Sony. The resolution of the D5000 (12MP) and the A200 (10MP) is relatively similar and both cameras boast the identical sensor size (APS-C).
Meta to Introduce 'AI-Generated' Labels for Media starting next monthThe D5000 was revealed 11 months later than the A200 so they are both of a similar age. Each of the cameras feature the same body design (Compact SLR).
Before going right into a in-depth comparison, here is a short view of how the D5000 grades versus the A200 with regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.
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Below is a preview of the gallery photos for Nikon D5000 & Sony Alpha DSLR-A200. The full galleries are provided at Nikon D5000 Gallery & Sony A200 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Nikon D5000 over the Sony A200
| D5000 | A200 | |||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Introduced | June 2009 |  | July 2008 | Fresher by 11 months |
| Screen type | Fully Articulated |  | Fixed | Fully Articulating screen |
| Selfie screen |  | Take selfies |
Reasons to pick Sony A200 over the Nikon D5000
| A200 | D5000 |
|---|
Common features in the Nikon D5000 and Sony A200
| D5000 | A200 | |||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Focus manually |  | More exact focus | ||
| Screen size | 2.7" |  | 2.7" | Same screen size |
| Screen resolution | 230k |  | 230k | Identical screen resolution |
| Touch friendly screen |  | Neither offers Touch friendly screen |
Nikon D5000 vs Sony A200 Physical Comparison
For those who are planning to carry your camera frequently, you'll need to factor its weight and volume. The Nikon D5000 offers physical measurements of 127mm x 104mm x 80mm (5.0" x 4.1" x 3.1") along with a weight of 590 grams (1.30 lbs) and the Sony A200 has sizing of 131mm x 99mm x 71mm (5.2" x 3.9" x 2.8") with a weight of 572 grams (1.26 lbs).
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Bear in mind, the weight of an ILC will differ based on the lens you are employing at that time. Below is a front view sizing comparison of the D5000 versus the A200.
Factoring in dimensions and weight, the portability score of the D5000 and A200 is 65 and 66 respectively.
Nikon D5000 vs Sony A200 Sensor Comparison
Sometimes, it's hard to see the gap between sensor sizing simply by going over a spec sheet. The graphic below will help give you a stronger sense of the sensor sizing in the D5000 and A200.
Clearly, each of these cameras come with the identical sensor size albeit not the same resolution. You can count on the Nikon D5000 to offer you extra detail because of its extra 2 Megapixels. Higher resolution will also let you crop shots a good deal more aggressively. The younger D5000 will have an advantage with regard to sensor technology.
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Nikon D5000 vs Sony A200 Specifications
| Nikon D5000 | Sony Alpha DSLR-A200 | |
|---|---|---|
| General Information | ||
| Brand | Nikon | Sony |
| Model type | Nikon D5000 | Sony Alpha DSLR-A200 |
| Class | Entry-Level DSLR | Entry-Level DSLR |
| Released | 2009-06-12 | 2008-07-17 |
| Physical type | Compact SLR | Compact SLR |
| Sensor Information | ||
| Processor | Expeed | - |
| Sensor type | CMOS | CCD |
| Sensor size | APS-C | APS-C |
| Sensor dimensions | 23.6 x 15.8mm | 23.6 x 15.8mm |
| Sensor surface area | 372.9mm² | 372.9mm² |
| Sensor resolution | 12MP | 10MP |
| Anti alias filter | ||
| Aspect ratio | 3:2 | - |
| Highest Possible resolution | 4288 x 2848 | 3872 x 2592 |
| Maximum native ISO | 3200 | 3200 |
| Maximum enhanced ISO | 6400 | - |
| Lowest native ISO | 200 | 100 |
| RAW data | ||
| Autofocusing | ||
| Focus manually | ||
| Touch to focus | ||
| AF continuous | ||
| Single AF | ||
| AF tracking | ||
| AF selectice | ||
| AF center weighted | ||
| Multi area AF | ||
| Live view AF | ||
| Face detection AF | ||
| Contract detection AF | ||
| Phase detection AF | ||
| Total focus points | 11 | 9 |
| Lens | ||
| Lens mount type | Nikon F | Sony/Minolta Alpha |
| Available lenses | 309 | 143 |
| Focal length multiplier | 1.5 | 1.5 |
| Screen | ||
| Screen type | Fully Articulated | Fixed Type |
| Screen diagonal | 2.7 inches | 2.7 inches |
| Resolution of screen | 230k dots | 230k dots |
| Selfie friendly | ||
| Liveview | ||
| Touch screen | ||
| Viewfinder Information | ||
| Viewfinder type | Optical (pentamirror) | Optical (pentamirror) |
| Viewfinder coverage | 95 percent | 95 percent |
| Viewfinder magnification | 0.52x | 0.55x |
| Features | ||
| Minimum shutter speed | 30 secs | 30 secs |
| Fastest shutter speed | 1/4000 secs | 1/4000 secs |
| Continuous shutter rate | 4.0fps | 3.0fps |
| Shutter priority | ||
| Aperture priority | ||
| Expose Manually | ||
| Exposure compensation | Yes | Yes |
| Change WB | ||
| Image stabilization | ||
| Built-in flash | ||
| Flash distance | 17.00 m (at ISO 100) | 12.00 m (at ISO 100) |
| Flash options | 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 | 1/200 secs | - |
| Exposure | ||
| Multisegment exposure | ||
| Average exposure | ||
| Spot exposure | ||
| Partial exposure | ||
| AF area exposure | ||
| Center weighted exposure | ||
| Video features | ||
| Video resolutions | 1280 x 720 (24 fps), 640 x 424 (24 fps), 320 x 216 (24 fps) | - |
| Maximum video resolution | 1280x720 | None |
| Video format | Motion JPEG | - |
| Mic port | ||
| Headphone port | ||
| Connectivity | ||
| Wireless | Eye-Fi Connected | None |
| Bluetooth | ||
| NFC | ||
| HDMI | ||
| USB | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) |
| GPS | Optional | None |
| Physical | ||
| Environmental sealing | ||
| Water proofing | ||
| Dust proofing | ||
| Shock proofing | ||
| Crush proofing | ||
| Freeze proofing | ||
| Weight | 590g (1.30 lbs) | 572g (1.26 lbs) |
| Physical dimensions | 127 x 104 x 80mm (5.0" x 4.1" x 3.1") | 131 x 99 x 71mm (5.2" x 3.9" x 2.8") |
| DXO scores | ||
| DXO Overall rating | 72 | 63 |
| DXO Color Depth rating | 22.7 | 22.3 |
| DXO Dynamic range rating | 12.5 | 11.3 |
| DXO Low light rating | 868 | 521 |
| Other | ||
| Battery life | 510 photos | - |
| Type of battery | Battery Pack | - |
| Battery ID | EN-EL9a | - |
| Self timer | Yes (2, 5, 10 or 20 sec) | Yes (2 or 10 sec) |
| Time lapse shooting | ||
| Type of storage | SD/SDHC card | Compact Flash |
| Card slots | Single | Single |
| Launch cost | $630 | $100 |