Nikon D5200 vs Sony A77
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Nikon D5200 vs Sony A77 Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 24MP - APS-C Sensor
- 3" Fully Articulated Screen
- ISO 100 - 6400 (Push to 25600)
- 1920 x 1080 video
- Nikon F Mount
- 555g - 129 x 98 x 78mm
- Released May 2013
- Previous Model is Nikon D5100
- Successor is Nikon D5300
(Full Review)
- 24MP - APS-C Sensor
- 3" Fully Articulated Screen
- ISO 50 - 16000 (Raise to 25600)
- Sensor based Image Stabilization
- 1/8000s Maximum Shutter
- 1920 x 1080 video
- Sony/Minolta Alpha Mount
- 732g - 143 x 104 x 81mm
- Launched October 2011
- Old Model is Sony A700
- Newer Model is Sony A77 II
Nikon D5200 vs Sony A77 Overview
Following is a detailed assessment of the Nikon D5200 versus Sony A77, former is a Entry-Level DSLR while the latter is a Advanced DSLR by competitors Nikon and Sony. The image resolution of the D5200 (24MP) and the A77 (24MP) is pretty comparable and both cameras provide the identical sensor measurements (APS-C).
Leica struggles with L-Mount camera sales, tougher than Q or MThe D5200 was revealed 19 months after the A77 which makes them a generation away from one another. The two cameras feature different body design with the Nikon D5200 being a Compact SLR camera and the Sony A77 being a Mid-size SLR camera.
Before delving into a in-depth comparison, here is a quick synopsis of how the D5200 scores versus the A77 with regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall score.
Nikon D5200 vs Sony A77 Gallery
Below is a preview of the gallery images for Nikon D5200 & Sony SLT-A77. The full galleries are available at Nikon D5200 Gallery & Sony A77 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Nikon D5200 over the Sony A77
D5200 | A77 | |||
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Launched | May 2013 | October 2011 | More modern by 19 months |
Reasons to pick Sony A77 over the Nikon D5200
A77 | D5200 |
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Common features in the Nikon D5200 and Sony A77
D5200 | A77 | |||
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Focus manually | More exact focus | |||
Screen type | Fully Articulated | Fully Articulated | Fully Articulated screen | |
Screen size | 3" | 3" | Same screen measurements | |
Screen resolution | 921k | 921k | Same screen resolution | |
Selfie screen | Both are selfie friendly | |||
Touch friendly screen | Neither offers Touch friendly screen |
Nikon D5200 vs Sony A77 Physical Comparison
If you're intending to carry around your camera, you have to think about its weight and volume. The Nikon D5200 offers outside dimensions of 129mm x 98mm x 78mm (5.1" x 3.9" x 3.1") and a weight of 555 grams (1.22 lbs) whilst the Sony A77 has sizing of 143mm x 104mm x 81mm (5.6" x 4.1" x 3.2") along with a weight of 732 grams (1.61 lbs).
Compare the Nikon D5200 versus Sony A77 in our newest Camera plus Lens Size Comparison Tool.Remember that, the weight of an ILC will differ depending on the lens you use at that time. Underneath is a front view dimensions comparison of the D5200 versus the A77.
Looking at dimensions and weight, the portability grade of the D5200 and A77 is 66 and 59 respectively.
Nikon D5200 vs Sony A77 Sensor Comparison
Sometimes, it can be tough to picture the gap in sensor sizes only by going through a spec sheet. The pic underneath may provide you a greater sense of the sensor dimensions in the D5200 and A77.
Clearly, the 2 cameras come with the identical sensor size and the same resolution so you can expect comparable quality of photos although you need to consider the age of the cameras into account. The fresher D5200 provides a benefit in sensor technology.
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Nikon D5200 vs Sony A77 Specifications
Nikon D5200 | Sony SLT-A77 | |
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General Information | ||
Brand | Nikon | Sony |
Model | Nikon D5200 | Sony SLT-A77 |
Class | Entry-Level DSLR | Advanced DSLR |
Released | 2013-05-16 | 2011-10-25 |
Body design | Compact SLR | Mid-size SLR |
Sensor Information | ||
Processor | Expeed 3 | Bionz |
Sensor type | CMOS | CMOS |
Sensor size | APS-C | APS-C |
Sensor measurements | 23.5 x 15.6mm | 23.5 x 15.6mm |
Sensor area | 366.6mm² | 366.6mm² |
Sensor resolution | 24 megapixel | 24 megapixel |
Anti aliasing filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 3:2 | 3:2 and 16:9 |
Full resolution | 6000 x 4000 | 6000 x 4000 |
Max native ISO | 6400 | 16000 |
Max boosted ISO | 25600 | 25600 |
Min native ISO | 100 | 50 |
RAW images | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Manual focus | ||
AF touch | ||
AF continuous | ||
Single AF | ||
AF tracking | ||
Selective AF | ||
AF center weighted | ||
Multi area AF | ||
AF live view | ||
Face detection AF | ||
Contract detection AF | ||
Phase detection AF | ||
Number of focus points | 39 | 19 |
Cross focus points | 9 | 11 |
Lens | ||
Lens mount | Nikon F | Sony/Minolta Alpha |
Available lenses | 309 | 143 |
Focal length multiplier | 1.5 | 1.5 |
Screen | ||
Range of screen | Fully Articulated | Fully Articulated |
Screen sizing | 3" | 3" |
Resolution of screen | 921 thousand dot | 921 thousand dot |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch friendly | ||
Screen tech | TFT LCD monitor | - |
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder | Optical (pentamirror) | Electronic |
Viewfinder resolution | - | 2,359 thousand dot |
Viewfinder coverage | 95% | 100% |
Viewfinder magnification | 0.52x | 0.73x |
Features | ||
Slowest shutter speed | 30 secs | 30 secs |
Maximum shutter speed | 1/4000 secs | 1/8000 secs |
Continuous shooting speed | 5.0 frames per sec | 12.0 frames per sec |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Manual exposure | ||
Exposure compensation | Yes | Yes |
Change WB | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Inbuilt flash | ||
Flash range | 12.00 m (at ISO 100) | 12.00 m |
Flash settings | Auto, On, Off, Red-eye, Slow sync, Rear curtain | Auto, On, Off, Red-Eye, Slow Sync, High Speed Sync, Rear Curtain, Fill-in, Wireless |
Hot shoe | ||
AE bracketing | ||
WB bracketing | ||
Maximum flash sync | 1/200 secs | 1/250 secs |
Exposure | ||
Multisegment exposure | ||
Average exposure | ||
Spot exposure | ||
Partial exposure | ||
AF area exposure | ||
Center weighted exposure | ||
Video features | ||
Supported video resolutions | 1920 x 1080 (60, 50, 30, 25, 24 fps), 1280 x 720 (60, 50 fps), 640 x 424 (30, 25 fps) | 1920 x 1080 (60, 24 fps), 1440 x 1080 (30fps), 640 x 424 (29.97 fps) |
Max video resolution | 1920x1080 | 1920x1080 |
Video format | MPEG-4, H.264 | MPEG-4, AVCHD, H.264 |
Microphone input | ||
Headphone input | ||
Connectivity | ||
Wireless | Optional | Eye-Fi Connected |
Bluetooth | ||
NFC | ||
HDMI | ||
USB | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) |
GPS | Optional | BuiltIn |
Physical | ||
Environmental seal | ||
Water proof | ||
Dust proof | ||
Shock proof | ||
Crush proof | ||
Freeze proof | ||
Weight | 555 grams (1.22 lb) | 732 grams (1.61 lb) |
Physical dimensions | 129 x 98 x 78mm (5.1" x 3.9" x 3.1") | 143 x 104 x 81mm (5.6" x 4.1" x 3.2") |
DXO scores | ||
DXO All around score | 84 | 78 |
DXO Color Depth score | 24.2 | 24.0 |
DXO Dynamic range score | 13.9 | 13.2 |
DXO Low light score | 1284 | 801 |
Other | ||
Battery life | 500 photographs | 470 photographs |
Form of battery | Battery Pack | Battery Pack |
Battery model | EN-EL14 | NP-FM500H |
Self timer | Yes (2, 5, 10 or 20 sec) | Yes (2 or 10 sec) |
Time lapse recording | ||
Storage media | SD/SDHC/SDXC | SD/SDHC/SDXC/Memory Stick Pro Duo/ Pro-HG Duo |
Storage slots | 1 | 1 |
Pricing at launch | $595 | $900 |