Nikon D5600 vs Sony A58

In this write-up, we will be contrasting the Nikon D5600 versus Sony A58, both Entry-Level DSLR digital cameras by competitors Nikon and Sony. The sensor resolution of the D5600 (24MP) and the A58 (20MP) is relatively well matched and they come with the same exact sensor sizes (APS-C).

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The D5600 was released 2 years after the A58 which is quite a sizable difference as far as technology is concerned. The two cameras offer the identical body type (Compact SLR).

Before diving in to a in-depth comparison, below is a concise overview of how the D5600 scores versus the A58 for portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

The following is a preview of the gallery photos for Nikon D5600 & Sony SLT-A58. The complete galleries are provided at Nikon D5600 Gallery & Sony A58 Gallery.

For those who are going to travel with your camera frequently, you have to factor its weight and size. The Nikon D5600 has physical dimensions of 124mm x 97mm x 70mm (4.9" x 3.8" x 2.8") with a weight of 465 grams (1.03 lbs) whilst the Sony A58 has specifications of 129mm x 95mm x 78mm (5.1" x 3.7" x 3.1") accompanied by a weight of 492 grams (1.08 lbs).

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Take into account, the weight of an ILC will vary dependant on the lens you are utilising at that moment. Underneath is the front view overall size comparison of the D5600 versus the A58.

Taking into account dimensions and weight, the portability score of the D5600 and A58 is 70 and 68 respectively.

Quite often, it can be difficult to imagine the gap between sensor dimensions only by looking at a spec sheet. The picture here may offer you a clearer sense of the sensor dimensions in the D5600 and A58.

As you can see, both of the cameras offer the same exact sensor sizing albeit different resolution. You can count on the Nikon D5600 to resolve more detail as a result of its extra 4MP. Higher resolution will also help you crop shots a little more aggressively. The fresher D5600 provides an advantage with regard to sensor technology.