Nikon D5300 vs Sony A450

Let's take a closer look at the Nikon D5300 versus Sony A450, both Entry-Level DSLR cameras by competitors Nikon and Sony. There exists a huge gap among the image resolutions of the D5300 (24MP) and A450 (14MP) but they possess the exact same sensor dimensions (APS-C).

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The D5300 was announced 4 years after the A450 which is a fairly significant gap as far as camera technology is concerned. Both of the cameras come with the identical body type (Compact SLR).

Before we go in to a in-depth comparison, below is a short synopsis of how the D5300 scores vs the A450 in regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

Following is a preview of the gallery images for Nikon D5300 and Sony Alpha DSLR-A450. The whole galleries are provided at Nikon D5300 Gallery and Sony A450 Gallery.

If you are intending to travel with your camera regularly, you're going to have to factor its weight and volume. The Nikon D5300 comes with outside dimensions of 125mm x 98mm x 76mm (4.9" x 3.9" x 3.0") with a weight of 480 grams (1.06 lbs) whilst the Sony A450 has sizing of 137mm x 104mm x 81mm (5.4" x 4.1" x 3.2") and a weight of 560 grams (1.23 lbs).

Take a look at the Nikon D5300 versus Sony A450 in the new Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Take into consideration, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change based on the lens you choose during that time. Following is the front view measurements comparison of the D5300 vs the A450.

Factoring in dimensions and weight, the portability score of the D5300 and A450 is 68 and 65 respectively.

Typically, it is difficult to envision the contrast in sensor dimensions purely by looking through specs. The image below will provide you a far better sense of the sensor sizes in the D5300 and A450.

All in all, each of the cameras posses the exact same sensor measurements albeit not the same megapixels. You should expect the Nikon D5300 to result in more detail with its extra 10 Megapixels. Higher resolution will help you crop shots somewhat more aggressively. The more modern D5300 is going to have an advantage when it comes to sensor tech.