Nikon D600 vs Sony A77

In this write-up, we are comparing the Nikon D600 and Sony A77, both Advanced DSLR digital cameras by manufacturers Nikon and Sony. The sensor resolution of the D600 (24MP) and the A77 (24MP) is very well matched but the D600 (Full frame) and A77 (APS-C) come with totally different sensor size.

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The D600 was unveiled 13 months later than the A77 making the cameras a generation apart from one another. Both cameras offer the identical body type (Mid-size SLR).

Before delving in to a more detailed comparison, below is a short introduction of how the D600 grades versus the A77 in regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

The following is a sample of the gallery pics for Nikon D600 and Sony SLT-A77. The full galleries are available at Nikon D600 Gallery and Sony A77 Gallery.

For anybody who is planning to carry your camera often, you'll need to take into account its weight and measurements. The Nikon D600 has external measurements of 141mm x 113mm x 82mm (5.6" x 4.4" x 3.2") and a weight of 850 grams (1.87 lbs) whilst the Sony A77 has proportions of 143mm x 104mm x 81mm (5.6" x 4.1" x 3.2") and a weight of 732 grams (1.61 lbs).

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Bear in mind, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change dependant on the lens you have chosen at that time. Following is the front view dimension comparison of the D600 vs the A77.

Considering dimensions and weight, the portability score of the D600 and A77 is 56 and 59 respectively.

Quite often, it can be tough to envision the difference between sensor sizing merely by looking at a spec sheet. The photograph underneath might offer you a more clear sense of the sensor measurements in the D600 and A77.

Clearly, the 2 cameras enjoy the same exact megapixels but not the same sensor sizing. The D600 provides the larger sensor which will make obtaining shallow DOF simpler. The newer D600 will have an advantage when it comes to sensor technology.