Nikon D7000 vs Sony A900
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Nikon D7000 vs Sony A900 Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 16MP - APS-C Sensor
- 3" Fixed Screen
- ISO 100 - 6400 (Bump to 25600)
- 1/8000s Maximum Shutter
- 1920 x 1080 video
- Nikon F Mount
- 780g - 132 x 105 x 77mm
- Launched November 2010
- Replaced the Nikon D90
- Later Model is Nikon D7100
(Full Review)
- 25MP - Full frame Sensor
- 3" Fixed Display
- ISO 100 - 6400
- Sensor based Image Stabilization
- 1/8000s Max Shutter
- No Video
- Sony/Minolta Alpha Mount
- 895g - 156 x 117 x 82mm
- Released October 2008
- Successor is Sony A99
Nikon D7000 vs Sony A900 Overview
On this page, we are analyzing the Nikon D7000 vs Sony A900, both Advanced DSLR cameras by manufacturers Nikon and Sony. There is a crucial difference among the image resolutions of the D7000 (16MP) and A900 (25MP) and the D7000 (APS-C) and A900 (Full frame) have different sensor sizes.
Meta to Introduce 'AI-Generated' Labels for Media starting next monthThe D7000 was introduced 2 years after the A900 which is a fairly serious gap as far as camera tech is concerned. Both of the cameras have the same body design (Mid-size SLR).
Before we go right into a complete comparison, here is a simple highlight of how the D7000 scores against the A900 in regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall score.
Nikon D7000 vs Sony A900 Gallery
Here is a sample of the gallery pics for Nikon D7000 and Sony Alpha DSLR-A900. The whole galleries are viewable at Nikon D7000 Gallery and Sony A900 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Nikon D7000 over the Sony A900
D7000 | A900 | |||
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Released | November 2010 | October 2008 | More modern by 26 months |
Reasons to pick Sony A900 over the Nikon D7000
A900 | D7000 | |||
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Display resolution | 922k | 921k | Crisper display (+1k dot) |
Common features in the Nikon D7000 and Sony A900
D7000 | A900 | |||
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Focus manually | Dial exact focus | |||
Display type | Fixed | Fixed | Fixed display | |
Display dimensions | 3" | 3" | Equal display dimensions | |
Selfie screen | Neither offers selfie screen | |||
Touch display | Neither offers Touch display |
Nikon D7000 vs Sony A900 Physical Comparison
For those who are intending to carry around your camera often, you will need to factor its weight and proportions. The Nikon D7000 offers external dimensions of 132mm x 105mm x 77mm (5.2" x 4.1" x 3.0") along with a weight of 780 grams (1.72 lbs) whilst the Sony A900 has measurements of 156mm x 117mm x 82mm (6.1" x 4.6" x 3.2") with a weight of 895 grams (1.97 lbs).
Check out the Nikon D7000 vs Sony A900 in the latest Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.Do not forget, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ depending on the lens you are working with during that time. Below is a front view dimensions comparison of the D7000 compared to the A900.
Looking at size and weight, the portability score of the D7000 and A900 is 59 and 54 respectively.
Nikon D7000 vs Sony A900 Sensor Comparison
Often, it is tough to picture the gap in sensor sizes simply by viewing specifications. The picture underneath might offer you a more clear sense of the sensor sizes in the D7000 and A900.
Plainly, both of these cameras have different resolutions and different sensor sizes. The D7000 using its smaller sensor is going to make getting bokeh more difficult and the Sony A900 will result in greater detail using its extra 9MP. Greater resolution will enable you to crop photos a bit more aggressively. The more recent D7000 should have a benefit with regard to sensor tech.
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Nikon D7000 vs Sony A900 Specifications
Nikon D7000 | Sony Alpha DSLR-A900 | |
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General Information | ||
Make | Nikon | Sony |
Model | Nikon D7000 | Sony Alpha DSLR-A900 |
Class | Advanced DSLR | Advanced DSLR |
Launched | 2010-11-30 | 2008-10-22 |
Body design | Mid-size SLR | Mid-size SLR |
Sensor Information | ||
Processor | Expeed 2 | Bionz |
Sensor type | CMOS | CMOS |
Sensor size | APS-C | Full frame |
Sensor measurements | 23.6 x 15.7mm | 35.9 x 24mm |
Sensor surface area | 370.5mm² | 861.6mm² |
Sensor resolution | 16 megapixel | 25 megapixel |
Anti aliasing filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 3:2 | 3:2 and 16:9 |
Full resolution | 4928 x 3264 | 6048 x 4032 |
Max native ISO | 6400 | 6400 |
Max boosted ISO | 25600 | - |
Min native ISO | 100 | 100 |
RAW images | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Focus manually | ||
Autofocus touch | ||
Continuous autofocus | ||
Autofocus single | ||
Tracking autofocus | ||
Autofocus selectice | ||
Autofocus center weighted | ||
Autofocus multi area | ||
Live view autofocus | ||
Face detection autofocus | ||
Contract detection autofocus | ||
Phase detection autofocus | ||
Number of focus points | 39 | 9 |
Cross focus points | 9 | - |
Lens | ||
Lens mount | Nikon F | Sony/Minolta Alpha |
Available lenses | 309 | 143 |
Crop factor | 1.5 | 1 |
Screen | ||
Range of screen | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Screen size | 3" | 3" |
Screen resolution | 921 thousand dot | 922 thousand dot |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch display | ||
Screen tech | TFT LCD monitor | TFT Xtra Fine color LCD |
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder type | Optical (pentaprism) | Optical (pentaprism) |
Viewfinder coverage | 100% | 100% |
Viewfinder magnification | 0.64x | 0.74x |
Features | ||
Slowest shutter speed | 30s | 30s |
Maximum shutter speed | 1/8000s | 1/8000s |
Continuous shooting speed | 6.0fps | 5.0fps |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Manually set exposure | ||
Exposure compensation | Yes | Yes |
Change white balance | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Built-in flash | ||
Flash range | 12.00 m (at ISO 100) | no built-in flash |
Flash options | Auto, On, Off, Red-eye, Slow sync, Rear curtain | Auto, On, Off, Red-Eye, Slow Sync, Rear Curtain, Fill-in, Wireless |
Hot shoe | ||
Auto exposure bracketing | ||
White balance bracketing | ||
Maximum flash sync | 1/250s | 1/250s |
Exposure | ||
Multisegment | ||
Average | ||
Spot | ||
Partial | ||
AF area | ||
Center weighted | ||
Video features | ||
Supported video resolutions | 1920 x 1080 (24 fps), 1280 x 720 (24, 25, 30 fps), 640 x 424 (24 fps) | - |
Max video resolution | 1920x1080 | None |
Video file format | MPEG-4, H.264 | - |
Microphone input | ||
Headphone input | ||
Connectivity | ||
Wireless | Eye-Fi Connected | None |
Bluetooth | ||
NFC | ||
HDMI | ||
USB | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) |
GPS | Optional | None |
Physical | ||
Environment seal | ||
Water proof | ||
Dust proof | ||
Shock proof | ||
Crush proof | ||
Freeze proof | ||
Weight | 780g (1.72 lb) | 895g (1.97 lb) |
Physical dimensions | 132 x 105 x 77mm (5.2" x 4.1" x 3.0") | 156 x 117 x 82mm (6.1" x 4.6" x 3.2") |
DXO scores | ||
DXO All around score | 80 | 79 |
DXO Color Depth score | 23.5 | 23.7 |
DXO Dynamic range score | 13.9 | 12.3 |
DXO Low light score | 1167 | 1431 |
Other | ||
Battery life | 1050 photographs | 880 photographs |
Style of battery | Battery Pack | Battery Pack |
Battery model | EN-EL15 | NP-FM500H |
Self timer | Yes (2 or 10 seconds) | Yes (2 or 10 sec) |
Time lapse recording | ||
Storage media | SD/SDHC/SDXC | Compact Flash (Type I or II), Memory Stick Duo / Pro Duo, UDMA Mode 5, Supports FAT12 / FAT16 / FAT32 |
Storage slots | Dual | Dual |
Pricing at launch | $1,049 | $2,736 |