Nikon D5600 vs Sony A35
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Nikon D5600 vs Sony A35 Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 24MP - APS-C Sensor
- 3.2" Fully Articulated Screen
- ISO 100 - 25600
- No Anti-Alias Filter
- 1920 x 1080 video
- Nikon F Mount
- 465g - 124 x 97 x 70mm
- Released November 2016
- Previous Model is Nikon D5500
(Full Review)
Nikon D5600 vs Sony A35 Overview
The following is a extensive analysis of the Nikon D5600 versus Sony A35, both Entry-Level DSLR cameras by rivals Nikon and Sony. There exists a large gap among the sensor resolutions of the D5600 (24MP) and A35 (16MP) but they possess the same exact sensor size (APS-C).
Photography GlossaryThe D5600 was manufactured 5 years after the A35 which is a fairly serious difference as far as camera technology is concerned. Each of these cameras offer the identical body type (Compact SLR).
Before we go straight into a more detailed comparison, below is a quick highlight of how the D5600 scores against the A35 with regard to portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.
Nikon D5600 vs Sony A35 Gallery
Following is a sample of the gallery pictures for Nikon D5600 & Sony SLT-A35. The entire galleries are available at Nikon D5600 Gallery & Sony A35 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Nikon D5600 over the Sony A35
D5600 | A35 | |||
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Launched | November 2016 | September 2011 | Newer by 63 months | |
Display type | Fully Articulated | Fixed | Fully Articulating display | |
Display sizing | 3.2" | 3" | Larger display (+0.2") | |
Display resolution | 1037k | 921k | Sharper display (+116k dot) | |
Selfie screen | Easy selfies | |||
Touch friendly display | Easily navigate |
Reasons to pick Sony A35 over the Nikon D5600
A35 | D5600 |
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Common features in the Nikon D5600 and Sony A35
D5600 | A35 | |||
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Manually focus | More precise focusing |
Nikon D5600 vs Sony A35 Physical Comparison
For anybody who is looking to travel with your camera, you'll need to factor in its weight and measurements. The Nikon D5600 has outside measurements of 124mm x 97mm x 70mm (4.9" x 3.8" x 2.8") and a weight of 465 grams (1.03 lbs) while the Sony A35 has proportions of 124mm x 92mm x 85mm (4.9" x 3.6" x 3.3") with a weight of 415 grams (0.91 lbs).
Compare the Nikon D5600 versus Sony A35 in our newest Camera & Lens Size Comparison Tool.Bear in mind, the weight of an ILC will vary based on the lens you are working with at that moment. Underneath is the front view overall size comparison of the D5600 versus the A35.
Looking at dimensions and weight, the portability grade of the D5600 and A35 is 70 and 69 respectively.
Nikon D5600 vs Sony A35 Sensor Comparison
More often than not, it is difficult to picture the difference in sensor dimensions merely by checking out a spec sheet. The pic underneath might offer you a far better sense of the sensor measurements in the D5600 and A35.
As you can see, both of these cameras offer the same exact sensor sizing but different megapixels. You can anticipate the Nikon D5600 to provide greater detail due to its extra 8 Megapixels. Greater resolution can also help you crop images a little more aggressively. The newer D5600 should have an advantage in sensor tech.
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Nikon D5600 vs Sony A35 Specifications
Nikon D5600 | Sony SLT-A35 | |
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General Information | ||
Brand | Nikon | Sony |
Model | Nikon D5600 | Sony SLT-A35 |
Category | Entry-Level DSLR | Entry-Level DSLR |
Released | 2016-11-10 | 2011-09-20 |
Physical type | Compact SLR | Compact SLR |
Sensor Information | ||
Powered by | Expeed 4 | 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 | 24MP | 16MP |
Anti aliasing filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 3:2 | 3:2 and 16:9 |
Full resolution | 6000 x 4000 | 4912 x 3264 |
Max native ISO | 25600 | 25600 |
Lowest native ISO | 100 | 100 |
RAW images | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Manual focus | ||
Autofocus touch | ||
Continuous autofocus | ||
Single autofocus | ||
Autofocus tracking | ||
Selective autofocus | ||
Center weighted autofocus | ||
Autofocus multi area | ||
Autofocus live view | ||
Face detection focus | ||
Contract detection focus | ||
Phase detection focus | ||
Number of focus points | 39 | 15 |
Cross focus points | 9 | 3 |
Lens | ||
Lens mount | Nikon F | Sony/Minolta Alpha |
Number of lenses | 309 | 143 |
Crop factor | 1.5 | 1.5 |
Screen | ||
Type of screen | Fully Articulated | Fixed Type |
Screen diagonal | 3.2 inch | 3 inch |
Resolution of screen | 1,037k dots | 921k dots |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch screen | ||
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder type | Optical (pentamirror) | Electronic |
Viewfinder resolution | - | 1,150k dots |
Viewfinder coverage | 95 percent | 100 percent |
Viewfinder magnification | 0.55x | 0.73x |
Features | ||
Lowest shutter speed | 30 secs | 30 secs |
Highest shutter speed | 1/4000 secs | 1/4000 secs |
Continuous shooting rate | 5.0 frames/s | 6.0 frames/s |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Manual mode | ||
Exposure compensation | Yes | Yes |
Set white balance | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Integrated flash | ||
Flash range | 12.00 m (at ISO 100) | 12.00 m |
Flash modes | 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 | ||
Highest flash synchronize | 1/200 secs | 1/160 secs |
Exposure | ||
Multisegment | ||
Average | ||
Spot | ||
Partial | ||
AF area | ||
Center weighted | ||
Video features | ||
Supported video resolutions | 1920 x 1080 (60, 50, 30, 25, 24 fps), 1280 x 720 (60, 50, 30, 25 fps), 640 x 424 (30, 25 fps) | 1920 x 1080 (60, 29.97 fps), 1440 x 1080 (30fps), 640 x 424 (29.97 fps) |
Max video resolution | 1920x1080 | 1920x1080 |
Video file format | MPEG-4, H.264 | MPEG-4, AVCHD, H.264 |
Microphone support | ||
Headphone support | ||
Connectivity | ||
Wireless | Built-In | None |
Bluetooth | ||
NFC | ||
HDMI | ||
USB | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) |
GPS | Optional | None |
Physical | ||
Environment sealing | ||
Water proof | ||
Dust proof | ||
Shock proof | ||
Crush proof | ||
Freeze proof | ||
Weight | 465g (1.03 lbs) | 415g (0.91 lbs) |
Dimensions | 124 x 97 x 70mm (4.9" x 3.8" x 2.8") | 124 x 92 x 85mm (4.9" x 3.6" x 3.3") |
DXO scores | ||
DXO All around score | 84 | 74 |
DXO Color Depth score | 24.1 | 23.3 |
DXO Dynamic range score | 14.0 | 12.7 |
DXO Low light score | 1306 | 763 |
Other | ||
Battery life | 820 photographs | 440 photographs |
Form of battery | Battery Pack | Battery Pack |
Battery model | EN-EL14 | NP-FW50 |
Self timer | Yes (2, 5, 10 or 20 sec) | Yes (2 or 10 sec, 10 sec 3 or 5 images) |
Time lapse shooting | ||
Storage type | SD/SDHC/SDXC | SD/SDHC/SDXC/Memory Stick Pro Duo/ Pro-HG Duo |
Card slots | 1 | 1 |
Pricing at launch | $597 | $598 |