Nikon D5100 vs Sony A380
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Nikon D5100 vs Sony A380 Key Specs
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- 16MP - APS-C Sensor
- 3" Fully Articulated Display
- ISO 100 - 6400 (Push to 25600)
- 1920 x 1080 video
- Nikon F Mount
- 560g - 128 x 97 x 79mm
- Introduced April 2011
- Succeeded the Nikon D5000
- Refreshed by Nikon D5200
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Here is a extended review of the Nikon D5100 versus Sony A380, both Entry-Level DSLR cameras by rivals Nikon and Sony. The resolution of the D5100 (16MP) and the A380 (14MP) is relatively comparable and they come with the same exact sensor dimensions (APS-C).
Photography GlossaryThe D5100 was brought out 21 months later than the A380 which makes the cameras a generation apart from one another. Each of the cameras offer the identical body type (Compact SLR).
Before going straight into a comprehensive comparison, below is a concise highlight of how the D5100 matches up vs the A380 for portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.
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Reasons to pick Nikon D5100 over the Sony A380
| D5100 | A380 | |||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Introduced | April 2011 |  | August 2009 | Fresher by 21 months |
| Screen type | Fully Articulated |  | Tilting | Fully Articulating screen |
| Screen sizing | 3" |  | 2.7" | Bigger screen (+0.3") |
| Screen resolution | 921k |  | 230k | Crisper screen (+691k dot) |
| Selfie screen |  | Easy selfies |
Reasons to pick Sony A380 over the Nikon D5100
| A380 | D5100 |
|---|
Common features in the Nikon D5100 and Sony A380
| D5100 | A380 | |||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Manual focus |  | Dial precise focusing | ||
| Touch screen |  | Lacking Touch screen |
Nikon D5100 vs Sony A380 Physical Comparison
If you are intending to carry your camera often, you need to consider its weight and dimensions. The Nikon D5100 enjoys outside measurements of 128mm x 97mm x 79mm (5.0" x 3.8" x 3.1") with a weight of 560 grams (1.23 lbs) whilst the Sony A380 has dimensions of 128mm x 97mm x 71mm (5.0" x 3.8" x 2.8") accompanied by a weight of 519 grams (1.14 lbs).
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Take into account, the weight of an ILC will vary based on the lens you are using at that moment. Here is the front view measurements comparison of the D5100 vs the A380.
Using dimensions and weight, the portability grade of the D5100 and A380 is 66 and 68 respectively.
Nikon D5100 vs Sony A380 Sensor Comparison
Quite often, it's difficult to see the gap in sensor sizing just by checking out specifications. The graphic below will offer you a more clear sense of the sensor measurements in the D5100 and A380.
Plainly, each of the cameras offer the same exact sensor sizing albeit not the same resolution. You can count on the Nikon D5100 to provide greater detail having its extra 2 Megapixels. Higher resolution can also allow you to crop photographs a little more aggressively. The newer D5100 will have an edge with regard to sensor innovation.
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Nikon D5100 vs Sony A380 Specifications
| Nikon D5100 | Sony Alpha DSLR-A380 | |
|---|---|---|
| General Information | ||
| Brand | Nikon | Sony |
| Model | Nikon D5100 | Sony Alpha DSLR-A380 |
| Category | Entry-Level DSLR | Entry-Level DSLR |
| Introduced | 2011-04-26 | 2009-08-24 |
| Body design | Compact SLR | Compact SLR |
| Sensor Information | ||
| Powered by | Expeed 2 | Bionz |
| Sensor type | CMOS | CCD |
| Sensor size | APS-C | APS-C |
| Sensor measurements | 23.6 x 15.7mm | 23.6 x 15.8mm |
| Sensor area | 370.5mm² | 372.9mm² |
| Sensor resolution | 16 megapixels | 14 megapixels |
| Anti aliasing filter | ||
| Aspect ratio | 3:2 | 3:2 and 16:9 |
| Highest resolution | 4928 x 3264 | 4592 x 3056 |
| Highest native ISO | 6400 | 3200 |
| Highest boosted ISO | 25600 | - |
| Minimum native ISO | 100 | 100 |
| RAW photos | ||
| Autofocusing | ||
| Manual focus | ||
| Autofocus touch | ||
| Autofocus continuous | ||
| Autofocus single | ||
| Autofocus tracking | ||
| Selective autofocus | ||
| Center weighted autofocus | ||
| Multi area autofocus | ||
| Autofocus live view | ||
| Face detect focus | ||
| Contract detect focus | ||
| Phase detect focus | ||
| Number of focus points | 11 | 9 |
| Cross focus points | 1 | - |
| Lens | ||
| Lens mounting type | Nikon F | Sony/Minolta Alpha |
| Number of lenses | 309 | 143 |
| Focal length multiplier | 1.5 | 1.5 |
| Screen | ||
| Display type | Fully Articulated | Tilting |
| Display sizing | 3 inches | 2.7 inches |
| Resolution of display | 921k dot | 230k dot |
| Selfie friendly | ||
| Liveview | ||
| Touch operation | ||
| Display tech | TFT LCD monitor | - |
| Viewfinder Information | ||
| Viewfinder type | Optical (pentamirror) | Optical (pentamirror) |
| Viewfinder coverage | 95 percent | 95 percent |
| Viewfinder magnification | 0.52x | 0.49x |
| Features | ||
| Lowest shutter speed | 30 secs | 30 secs |
| Highest shutter speed | 1/4000 secs | 1/4000 secs |
| Continuous shooting speed | 4.0 frames/s | 3.0 frames/s |
| Shutter priority | ||
| Aperture priority | ||
| Manually set exposure | ||
| Exposure compensation | Yes | Yes |
| Custom white balance | ||
| Image stabilization | ||
| Built-in flash | ||
| Flash range | 12.00 m (at ISO 100) | 10.00 m (at ISO 100) |
| Flash modes | Auto, On, Off, Red-eye, Slow sync, Rear curtain | Auto, On, Off, Red-Eye, Slow Sync, Rear Curtain, Wireless |
| Hot shoe | ||
| Auto exposure bracketing | ||
| White balance bracketing | ||
| Highest flash sync | 1/200 secs | 1/160 secs |
| Exposure | ||
| Multisegment | ||
| Average | ||
| Spot | ||
| Partial | ||
| AF area | ||
| Center weighted | ||
| Video features | ||
| Supported video resolutions | 1920 x 1080 (30, 25, 24 fps), 1280 x 720 (30, 25, 24 fps), 640 x 424 (30, 25 fps) | - |
| Highest video resolution | 1920x1080 | None |
| Video format | MPEG-4 | - |
| Microphone jack | ||
| Headphone jack | ||
| 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 seal | ||
| Water proof | ||
| Dust proof | ||
| Shock proof | ||
| Crush proof | ||
| Freeze proof | ||
| Weight | 560 gr (1.23 lbs) | 519 gr (1.14 lbs) |
| Dimensions | 128 x 97 x 79mm (5.0" x 3.8" x 3.1") | 128 x 97 x 71mm (5.0" x 3.8" x 2.8") |
| DXO scores | ||
| DXO All around score | 80 | 67 |
| DXO Color Depth score | 23.5 | 22.6 |
| DXO Dynamic range score | 13.6 | 11.8 |
| DXO Low light score | 1183 | 614 |
| Other | ||
| Battery life | 660 photographs | 500 photographs |
| Battery form | Battery Pack | Battery Pack |
| Battery model | EN-EL14 | NP-FH50 |
| Self timer | Yes (2, 5, 10 or 20 sec) | Yes (2 or 10 sec) |
| Time lapse shooting | ||
| Storage media | SD/SDHC/SDXC | SD/ SDHC, Memory Stick Pro Duo |
| Storage slots | Single | Single |
| Retail cost | $0 | $899 |