Nikon D5600 vs Sony A65
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85 Overall
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85 Overall
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Nikon D5600 vs Sony A65 Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 24MP - APS-C Sensor
- 3.2" Fully Articulated Display
- ISO 100 - 25600
- No Anti-Alias Filter
- 1920 x 1080 video
- Nikon F Mount
- 465g - 124 x 97 x 70mm
- Released November 2016
- Replaced the Nikon D5500
(Full Review)
- 24MP - APS-C Sensor
- 3" Fully Articulated Display
- ISO 100 - 12800 (Expand to 25600)
- Sensor based Image Stabilization
- 1920 x 1080 video
- Sony/Minolta Alpha Mount
- 622g - 132 x 97 x 81mm
- Announced November 2011
- Renewed by Sony A68
Nikon D5600 vs Sony A65 Overview
Here, we are contrasting the Nikon D5600 vs Sony A65, both Entry-Level DSLR digital cameras by rivals Nikon and Sony. The sensor resolution of the D5600 (24MP) and the A65 (24MP) is fairly similar and both cameras boast the identical sensor size (APS-C).
Apple Innovates by Creating Next-Level Optical Stabilization for iPhoneThe D5600 was manufactured 5 years later than the A65 and that is quite a significant difference as far as technology is concerned. Both of the cameras feature the same body design (Compact SLR).
Before diving right into a thorough comparison, here is a short summation of how the D5600 scores against the A65 when it comes to portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.
Nikon D5600 vs Sony A65 Gallery
Following is a sample of the gallery pictures for Nikon D5600 & Sony SLT-A65. The entire galleries are provided at Nikon D5600 Gallery & Sony A65 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Nikon D5600 over the Sony A65
D5600 | A65 | |||
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Announced | November 2016 | November 2011 | More recent by 61 months | |
Display size | 3.2" | 3" | Larger display (+0.2") | |
Display resolution | 1037k | 921k | Crisper display (+116k dot) | |
Touch display | Easily navigate |
Reasons to pick Sony A65 over the Nikon D5600
A65 | D5600 |
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Common features in the Nikon D5600 and Sony A65
D5600 | A65 | |||
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Manually focus | Very precise focusing | |||
Display type | Fully Articulated | Fully Articulated | Fully Articulated display | |
Selfie screen | Both good for selfies |
Nikon D5600 vs Sony A65 Physical Comparison
For anybody who is going to lug around your camera, you'll need to factor in its weight and volume. The Nikon D5600 has got physical measurements of 124mm x 97mm x 70mm (4.9" x 3.8" x 2.8") along with a weight of 465 grams (1.03 lbs) while the Sony A65 has sizing of 132mm x 97mm x 81mm (5.2" x 3.8" x 3.2") having a weight of 622 grams (1.37 lbs).
See the Nikon D5600 vs Sony A65 in our newest Camera & Lens Size Comparison Tool.Always remember, the weight of an ILC will vary dependant on the lens you are using at the time. Below is a front view dimension comparison of the D5600 compared to the A65.
Factoring in dimensions and weight, the portability score of the D5600 and A65 is 70 and 64 respectively.
Nikon D5600 vs Sony A65 Sensor Comparison
Quite often, it is very difficult to envision the contrast between sensor measurements purely by reviewing technical specs. The photograph here will give you a stronger sense of the sensor sizing in the D5600 and A65.
As you can tell, each of these cameras feature the identical sensor size and the identical resolution and you can expect similar quality of images however you may want to factor the launch date of the products into consideration. The more recent D5600 is going to have a benefit in sensor technology.
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Nikon D5600 vs Sony A65 Specifications
Nikon D5600 | Sony SLT-A65 | |
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General Information | ||
Brand Name | Nikon | Sony |
Model type | Nikon D5600 | Sony SLT-A65 |
Category | Entry-Level DSLR | Entry-Level DSLR |
Released | 2016-11-10 | 2011-11-15 |
Body design | Compact SLR | Compact SLR |
Sensor Information | ||
Processor | 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 surface area | 366.6mm² | 366.6mm² |
Sensor resolution | 24 megapixels | 24 megapixels |
Anti alias filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 3:2 | 3:2 and 16:9 |
Highest resolution | 6000 x 4000 | 6000 x 4000 |
Highest native ISO | 25600 | 12800 |
Highest boosted ISO | - | 25600 |
Min native ISO | 100 | 100 |
RAW files | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Manual focusing | ||
Autofocus touch | ||
Autofocus continuous | ||
Autofocus single | ||
Autofocus tracking | ||
Autofocus selectice | ||
Center weighted autofocus | ||
Multi area autofocus | ||
Live view autofocus | ||
Face detect autofocus | ||
Contract detect autofocus | ||
Phase detect autofocus | ||
Total focus points | 39 | 15 |
Cross type focus points | 9 | 3 |
Lens | ||
Lens mount type | Nikon F | Sony/Minolta Alpha |
Available lenses | 309 | 143 |
Focal length multiplier | 1.5 | 1.5 |
Screen | ||
Display type | Fully Articulated | Fully Articulated |
Display sizing | 3.2 inch | 3 inch |
Resolution of display | 1,037k dot | 921k dot |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch friendly | ||
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder | Optical (pentamirror) | Electronic |
Viewfinder resolution | - | 2,359k dot |
Viewfinder coverage | 95 percent | 100 percent |
Viewfinder magnification | 0.55x | 0.73x |
Features | ||
Slowest shutter speed | 30 secs | 30 secs |
Maximum shutter speed | 1/4000 secs | 1/4000 secs |
Continuous shooting speed | 5.0 frames/s | 10.0 frames/s |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Manual exposure | ||
Exposure compensation | Yes | Yes |
Change white balance | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Built-in flash | ||
Flash distance | 12.00 m (at ISO 100) | 10.00 m |
Flash options | Auto, On, Off, Red-eye, Slow sync, Rear curtain | Auto, On, Off, Red-Eye, Slow Sync, High Speed Sync, Rear Curtain, Fill-in, Wireless |
External flash | ||
AEB | ||
WB bracketing | ||
Maximum flash sync | 1/200 secs | 1/160 secs |
Exposure | ||
Multisegment metering | ||
Average metering | ||
Spot metering | ||
Partial metering | ||
AF area metering | ||
Center weighted metering | ||
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, 24 fps), 1440 x 1080 (30fps), 640 x 424 (29.97 fps) |
Highest video resolution | 1920x1080 | 1920x1080 |
Video data format | MPEG-4, H.264 | MPEG-4, AVCHD, H.264 |
Microphone jack | ||
Headphone jack | ||
Connectivity | ||
Wireless | Built-In | Eye-Fi Connected |
Bluetooth | ||
NFC | ||
HDMI | ||
USB | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) |
GPS | Optional | BuiltIn |
Physical | ||
Environmental seal | ||
Water proofing | ||
Dust proofing | ||
Shock proofing | ||
Crush proofing | ||
Freeze proofing | ||
Weight | 465 grams (1.03 lb) | 622 grams (1.37 lb) |
Physical dimensions | 124 x 97 x 70mm (4.9" x 3.8" x 2.8") | 132 x 97 x 81mm (5.2" x 3.8" x 3.2") |
DXO scores | ||
DXO All around rating | 84 | 74 |
DXO Color Depth rating | 24.1 | 23.4 |
DXO Dynamic range rating | 14.0 | 12.6 |
DXO Low light rating | 1306 | 717 |
Other | ||
Battery life | 820 pictures | 560 pictures |
Battery form | Battery Pack | Battery Pack |
Battery ID | EN-EL14 | NP-FM500H |
Self timer | Yes (2, 5, 10 or 20 sec) | Yes (2 or 10 sec) |
Time lapse recording | ||
Storage media | SD/SDHC/SDXC | SD/SDHC/SDXC/Memory Stick Pro Duo/ Pro-HG Duo |
Storage slots | Single | Single |
Cost at launch | $597 | $700 |