Nikon D7100 vs Sony A700
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![Nikon D7100 front Nikon D7100 front](https://pxlmag.com/db/images/cameras/gallery/medium/Nikon-D7100/Nikon-D7100-front.jpg)
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Nikon D7100 vs Sony A700 Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 24MP - APS-C Sensor
- 3.2" Fixed Screen
- ISO 100 - 6400 (Bump to 25600)
- No Anti-Alias Filter
- 1/8000s Max Shutter
- 1920 x 1080 video
- Nikon F Mount
- 765g - 136 x 107 x 76mm
- Announced April 2013
- Previous Model is Nikon D7000
- Replacement is Nikon D7200
(Full Review)
- 12MP - APS-C Sensor
- 3" Fixed Display
- ISO 100 - 6400
- Sensor based Image Stabilization
- 1/8000s Maximum Shutter
- No Video
- Sony/Minolta Alpha Mount
- 768g - 142 x 105 x 80mm
- Announced December 2007
- Earlier Model is Konica Minolta 7D
- Successor is Sony A77
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Nikon D7100 vs Sony A700 Overview
Lets look more in depth at the Nikon D7100 vs Sony A700, both Advanced DSLR cameras by brands Nikon and Sony. There exists a noticeable gap among the resolutions of the D7100 (24MP) and A700 (12MP) but both cameras offer the identical sensor sizes (APS-C).
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The D7100 was released 5 years later than the A700 and that is a fairly sizable difference as far as camera technology is concerned. Each of the cameras feature the same body design (Mid-size SLR).
Before delving right into a step-by-step comparison, here is a concise summary of how the D7100 matches up vs the A700 in the way of portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.
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Nikon D7100 vs Sony A700 Gallery
Here is a sample of the gallery pictures for Nikon D7100 & Sony Alpha DSLR-A700. The complete galleries are provided at Nikon D7100 Gallery & Sony A700 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Nikon D7100 over the Sony A700
D7100 | A700 | |||
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Announced | April 2013 | ![]() | December 2007 | More recent by 66 months |
Display size | 3.2" | ![]() | 3" | Larger display (+0.2") |
Display resolution | 1229k | ![]() | 920k | Clearer display (+309k dot) |
Reasons to pick Sony A700 over the Nikon D7100
A700 | D7100 |
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Common features in the Nikon D7100 and Sony A700
D7100 | A700 | |||
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Focus manually | ![]() | Very exact focusing | ||
Display type | Fixed | ![]() | Fixed | Fixed display |
Selfie screen | ![]() | Neither provides selfie screen | ||
Touch display | ![]() | Neither provides Touch display |
Nikon D7100 vs Sony A700 Physical Comparison
If you are intending to lug around your camera, you have to factor its weight and volume. The Nikon D7100 provides exterior measurements of 136mm x 107mm x 76mm (5.4" x 4.2" x 3.0") with a weight of 765 grams (1.69 lbs) while the Sony A700 has sizing of 142mm x 105mm x 80mm (5.6" x 4.1" x 3.1") and a weight of 768 grams (1.69 lbs).
Analyze the Nikon D7100 vs Sony A700 in our brand new Camera & Lens Size Comparison Tool.![Camera Size Comparison with Lenses Camera Size Comparison with Lenses](https://pxlmag.com/db/assets/camera-size-comparison-animation.gif)
Remember that, the weight of an ILC will change depending on the lens you select at that moment. The following is a front view physical size comparison of the D7100 vs the A700.
![Nikon D7100 vs Sony A700 size comparison Nikon D7100 vs Sony A700 size comparison](https://pxlmag.com/db/images/camera-compare/Nikon-D7100-vs-Sony-Alpha-DSLR-A700-size-comparison.jpg)
Using dimensions and weight, the portability score of the D7100 and A700 is 59 and 58 respectively.
![Nikon D7100 vs Sony A700 top view buttons comparison Nikon D7100 vs Sony A700 top view buttons comparison](https://pxlmag.com/db/images/camera-compare/Nikon-D7100-vs-Sony-Alpha-DSLR-A700-top-view-buttons-comparison.jpg)
Nikon D7100 vs Sony A700 Sensor Comparison
Quite often, it is very tough to visualize the difference in sensor measurements merely by looking through specifications. The photograph here will offer you a far better sense of the sensor measurements in the D7100 and A700.
Plainly, both of the cameras come with the identical sensor size but different MP. You can anticipate the Nikon D7100 to render more detail as a result of its extra 12MP. Greater resolution will also help you crop pics a good deal more aggressively. The younger D7100 provides a benefit when it comes to sensor technology.
![Nikon D7100 vs Sony A700 sensor size comparison Nikon D7100 vs Sony A700 sensor size comparison](https://pxlmag.com/db/images/sensor-compare/Nikon-D7100-vs-Sony-Alpha-DSLR-A700-sensor-size-comparison.png)
Nikon D7100 vs Sony A700 Screen and ViewFinder
![Nikon D7100 vs Sony A700 Screen and Viewfinder comparison Nikon D7100 vs Sony A700 Screen and Viewfinder comparison](https://pxlmag.com/db/images/camera-compare/Nikon-D7100-vs-Sony-Alpha-DSLR-A700-screen-back-comparison.jpg)
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Nikon D7100 vs Sony A700 Specifications
Nikon D7100 | Sony Alpha DSLR-A700 | |
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General Information | ||
Manufacturer | Nikon | Sony |
Model | Nikon D7100 | Sony Alpha DSLR-A700 |
Class | Advanced DSLR | Advanced DSLR |
Announced | 2013-04-25 | 2007-12-19 |
Body design | Mid-size SLR | Mid-size SLR |
Sensor Information | ||
Sensor type | CMOS | CMOS |
Sensor size | APS-C | APS-C |
Sensor dimensions | 23.5 x 15.6mm | 23.5 x 15.6mm |
Sensor area | 366.6mm² | 366.6mm² |
Sensor resolution | 24 megapixel | 12 megapixel |
Anti aliasing filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 3:2 and 16:9 | 3:2 and 16:9 |
Max resolution | 6000 x 4000 | 4272 x 2848 |
Max native ISO | 6400 | 6400 |
Max enhanced ISO | 25600 | - |
Lowest native ISO | 100 | 100 |
RAW data | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Manual focus | ||
Touch focus | ||
AF continuous | ||
AF single | ||
Tracking AF | ||
Selective AF | ||
AF center weighted | ||
Multi area AF | ||
AF live view | ||
Face detection focusing | ||
Contract detection focusing | ||
Phase detection focusing | ||
Number of focus points | 51 | 11 |
Cross focus points | 15 | - |
Lens | ||
Lens mount | Nikon F | Sony/Minolta Alpha |
Amount of lenses | 309 | 143 |
Crop factor | 1.5 | 1.5 |
Screen | ||
Range of screen | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Screen sizing | 3.2 inches | 3 inches |
Screen resolution | 1,229 thousand dot | 920 thousand dot |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch friendly | ||
Screen technology | Wide Viewing Angle TFT-LCD monitor | - |
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder | Optical (pentaprism) | Optical (pentaprism) |
Viewfinder coverage | 100% | 95% |
Viewfinder magnification | 0.63x | 0.6x |
Features | ||
Minimum shutter speed | 30 seconds | 30 seconds |
Fastest shutter speed | 1/8000 seconds | 1/8000 seconds |
Continuous shutter speed | 6.0fps | 5.0fps |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Expose Manually | ||
Exposure compensation | Yes | Yes |
Custom WB | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Integrated flash | ||
Flash range | 12.00 m (at ISO 100) | 12.00 m |
Flash settings | Auto, On, Off, Red-eye, Slow sync, Rear curtain | Auto, Fill-in, Red-Eye reduction, Slow Sync, rear curtain, Off |
Hot shoe | ||
AEB | ||
WB bracketing | ||
Fastest flash sync | 1/250 seconds | 1/250 seconds |
Exposure | ||
Multisegment | ||
Average | ||
Spot | ||
Partial | ||
AF area | ||
Center weighted | ||
Video features | ||
Supported video resolutions | 1920 x 1080 (60, 50, 25, 24 fps), 1280 x 720 (60, 50 fps), 640 x 424 (30, 24 fps) | - |
Max video resolution | 1920x1080 | None |
Video file format | MPEG-4, H.264 | - |
Mic jack | ||
Headphone jack | ||
Connectivity | ||
Wireless | Optional | 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 | 765 grams (1.69 lbs) | 768 grams (1.69 lbs) |
Physical dimensions | 136 x 107 x 76mm (5.4" x 4.2" x 3.0") | 142 x 105 x 80mm (5.6" x 4.1" x 3.1") |
DXO scores | ||
DXO Overall score | 83 | 66 |
DXO Color Depth score | 24.2 | 22.3 |
DXO Dynamic range score | 13.7 | 11.9 |
DXO Low light score | 1256 | 581 |
Other | ||
Battery life | 950 photos | - |
Battery form | Battery Pack | - |
Battery model | EN-EL15 | NP-FM500H |
Self timer | Yes (2 or 10 seconds) | Yes (2 or 10 sec) |
Time lapse shooting | ||
Storage media | SD/SDHC/SDXC x 2 slots | Compact Flash (Type I or II), Memory Stick Duo / Pro Duo |
Storage slots | 2 | 2 |
Pricing at release | $800 | $1,000 |