Nikon D5300 vs Sony A390

Let's take a closer look at the Nikon D5300 vs Sony A390, both Entry-Level DSLR digital cameras by rivals Nikon and Sony. There exists a sizeable gap between the resolutions of the D5300 (24MP) and A390 (14MP) but both cameras offer the same sensor measurements (APS-C).

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The D5300 was launched 3 years later than the A390 and that is quite a large gap as far as technology is concerned. The two cameras have the same body design (Compact SLR).

Before getting straight to a in depth comparison, here is a simple summary of how the D5300 scores against the A390 in relation to portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

This is a preview of the gallery photos for Nikon D5300 and Sony Alpha DSLR-A390. The complete galleries are provided at Nikon D5300 Gallery and Sony A390 Gallery.

For those who are planning to carry your camera often, you will have to factor in its weight and measurements. The Nikon D5300 enjoys outside dimensions of 125mm x 98mm x 76mm (4.9" x 3.9" x 3.0") having a weight of 480 grams (1.06 lbs) while the Sony A390 has proportions of 128mm x 97mm x 86mm (5.0" x 3.8" x 3.4") along with a weight of 549 grams (1.21 lbs).

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Keep in mind, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ dependant on the lens you are working with at that time. Here is a front view scale comparison of the D5300 compared to the A390.

Looking at dimensions and weight, the portability rating of the D5300 and A390 is 68 and 66 respectively.

Quite often, it is tough to visualize the difference between sensor sizing only by checking technical specs. The photograph below will provide you a clearer sense of the sensor dimensions in the D5300 and A390.

As you have seen, both of those cameras have the same sensor dimensions albeit different MP. You should count on the Nikon D5300 to give you extra detail utilizing its extra 10 Megapixels. Higher resolution will also let you crop photographs a bit more aggressively. The more recent D5300 should have an edge when it comes to sensor technology.