Nikon D5600 vs Sony A200

Below, we will be evaluating the Nikon D5600 and Sony A200, both Entry-Level DSLR digital cameras by competitors Nikon and Sony. There is a significant difference between the image resolutions of the D5600 (24MP) and A200 (10MP) but they use the exact same sensor sizing (APS-C).

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The D5600 was revealed 8 years later than the A200 and that is quite a sizable gap as far as tech is concerned. Both of these cameras come with the identical body type (Compact SLR).

Before going in to a in-depth comparison, below is a concise summary of how the D5600 scores vs the A200 for portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

Here is a preview of the gallery photos for Nikon D5600 and Sony Alpha DSLR-A200. The full galleries are viewable at Nikon D5600 Gallery and Sony A200 Gallery.

For anybody who is aiming to carry your camera frequently, you need to factor its weight and measurements. The Nikon D5600 has got outside dimensions of 124mm x 97mm x 70mm (4.9" x 3.8" x 2.8") and a weight of 465 grams (1.03 lbs) whilst the Sony A200 has proportions of 131mm x 99mm x 71mm (5.2" x 3.9" x 2.8") accompanied by a weight of 572 grams (1.26 lbs).

Check the Nikon D5600 and Sony A200 in the latest Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Do not forget, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change based on the lens you are using at the time. Below is the front view overall size comparison of the D5600 versus the A200.

Taking into account size and weight, the portability grade of the D5600 and A200 is 70 and 66 respectively.

Generally, its difficult to imagine the gap between sensor sizing just by reading through technical specs. The visual here should provide you a more clear sense of the sensor sizes in the D5600 and A200.

As you have seen, the 2 cameras have got the exact same sensor measurements albeit different megapixels. You should count on the Nikon D5600 to give more detail because of its extra 14MP. Higher resolution will help you crop pictures much more aggressively. The younger D5600 provides a benefit with regard to sensor technology.