Nikon D7000 vs Sony A99

Here is a comprehensive analysis of the Nikon D7000 vs Sony A99, both Advanced DSLR cameras by manufacturers Nikon and Sony. There is a big difference among the image resolutions of the D7000 (16MP) and A99 (24MP) and the D7000 (APS-C) and A99 (Full frame) have different sensor dimensions.

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The D7000 was launched 24 months earlier than the A99 which makes them a generation apart from each other. Each of these cameras feature the same body design (Mid-size SLR).

Before delving into a thorough comparison, here is a concise introduction of how the D7000 grades versus the A99 when considering portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

Below is a preview of the gallery images for Nikon D7000 and Sony SLT-A99. The complete galleries are viewable at Nikon D7000 Gallery and Sony A99 Gallery.

For anybody who is intending to carry your camera, you will need to consider its weight and dimensions. The Nikon D7000 comes with physical dimensions of 132mm x 105mm x 77mm (5.2" x 4.1" x 3.0") accompanied by a weight of 780 grams (1.72 lbs) whilst the Sony A99 has dimensions of 147mm x 111mm x 78mm (5.8" x 4.4" x 3.1") having a weight of 812 grams (1.79 lbs).

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Don't forget, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary based on the lens you are utilizing at that moment. Underneath is a front view sizing comparison of the D7000 against the A99.

Taking into consideration size and weight, the portability grade of the D7000 and A99 is 59 and 57 respectively.

Often, its tough to picture the difference in sensor sizing purely by going through a spec sheet. The visual underneath may offer you a better sense of the sensor sizes in the D7000 and A99.

Clearly, each of these cameras feature different resolutions and different sensor sizing. The D7000 featuring a smaller sensor is going to make shooting shallower DOF more difficult and the Sony A99 will show extra detail utilizing its extra 8 Megapixels. Higher resolution will help you crop pictures way more aggressively. The older D7000 will be disadvantaged when it comes to sensor technology.