Nikon D750 vs Sony A99
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57 Imaging
70 Features
88 Overall
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Nikon D750 vs Sony A99 Key Specs
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- 24MP - Full frame Sensor
- 3.2" Tilting Screen
- ISO 100 - 12800 (Boost to 51200)
- 1920 x 1080 video
- Nikon F Mount
- 840g - 141 x 113 x 78mm
- Announced September 2014
- Replaced the Nikon D700
- Replacement is Nikon D780
(Full Review)
- 24MP - Full frame Sensor
- 3" Fully Articulated Screen
- ISO 100 - 25600
- Sensor based Image Stabilization
- 1/8000s Max Shutter
- 1920 x 1080 video
- Sony/Minolta Alpha Mount
- 812g - 147 x 111 x 78mm
- Introduced December 2012
- Superseded the Sony A900
- Renewed by Sony A99 II
Nikon D750 vs Sony A99 Overview
Here, we will be looking at the Nikon D750 versus Sony A99, both Advanced DSLR cameras by manufacturers Nikon and Sony. The sensor resolution of the D750 (24MP) and the A99 (24MP) is relatively comparable and both cameras offer the identical sensor sizing (Full frame).
Photobucket discusses licensing 13 billion images with AI firmsThe D750 was announced 22 months after the A99 which makes them a generation away from each other. Both the cameras feature the same body design (Mid-size SLR).
Before delving straight to a in depth comparison, here is a concise view of how the D750 grades vs the A99 with regard to portability, imaging, features and an overall score.
Nikon D750 vs Sony A99 Gallery
This is a preview of the gallery photos for Nikon D750 and Sony SLT-A99. The whole galleries are available at Nikon D750 Gallery and Sony A99 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Nikon D750 over the Sony A99
D750 | A99 | |||
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Introduced | September 2014 | December 2012 | More modern by 22 months | |
Screen size | 3.2" | 3" | Bigger screen (+0.2") |
Reasons to pick Sony A99 over the Nikon D750
A99 | D750 | |||
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Screen type | Fully Articulated | Tilting | Fully Articulating screen | |
Selfie screen | Take selfies |
Common features in the Nikon D750 and Sony A99
D750 | A99 | |||
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Manually focus | Very exact focus | |||
Screen resolution | 1229k | 1229k | The same screen resolution | |
Touch friendly screen | Neither has Touch friendly screen |
Nikon D750 vs Sony A99 Physical Comparison
For anybody who is going to carry around your camera frequently, you'll need to factor in its weight and proportions. The Nikon D750 has outer dimensions of 141mm x 113mm x 78mm (5.6" x 4.4" x 3.1") accompanied by a weight of 840 grams (1.85 lbs) whilst the Sony A99 has measurements of 147mm x 111mm x 78mm (5.8" x 4.4" x 3.1") with a weight of 812 grams (1.79 lbs).
Compare the Nikon D750 versus Sony A99 in the new Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.Do not forget, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ based on the lens you are using at that moment. Underneath is a front view overall size comparison of the D750 and the A99.
Using size and weight, the portability rating of the D750 and A99 is 57 and 57 respectively.
Nikon D750 vs Sony A99 Sensor Comparison
In many cases, it's tough to visualize the difference in sensor sizes just by going through a spec sheet. The pic here will offer you a better sense of the sensor sizes in the D750 and A99.
Clearly, both cameras feature the identical sensor size and the same exact MP so you should expect comparable quality of photographs but you will need to factor the release date of the cameras into account. The more modern D750 should have an advantage when it comes to sensor technology.
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Nikon D750 vs Sony A99 Specifications
Nikon D750 | Sony SLT-A99 | |
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General Information | ||
Make | Nikon | Sony |
Model type | Nikon D750 | Sony SLT-A99 |
Class | Advanced DSLR | Advanced DSLR |
Announced | 2014-09-12 | 2012-12-12 |
Body design | Mid-size SLR | Mid-size SLR |
Sensor Information | ||
Powered by | Expeed 4 | Bionz |
Sensor type | CMOS | CMOS |
Sensor size | Full frame | Full frame |
Sensor measurements | 35.9 x 24mm | 35.8 x 23.8mm |
Sensor surface area | 861.6mm² | 852.0mm² |
Sensor resolution | 24 megapixels | 24 megapixels |
Anti alias filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 3:2 | 3:2 and 16:9 |
Peak resolution | 6016 x 4016 | 6000 x 4000 |
Highest native ISO | 12800 | 25600 |
Highest enhanced ISO | 51200 | - |
Min native ISO | 100 | 100 |
RAW format | ||
Min enhanced ISO | 50 | - |
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 | ||
Total focus points | 51 | 19 |
Cross type focus points | 15 | 11 |
Lens | ||
Lens support | Nikon F | Sony/Minolta Alpha |
Number of lenses | 309 | 143 |
Focal length multiplier | 1 | 1 |
Screen | ||
Screen type | Tilting | Fully Articulated |
Screen diagonal | 3.2 inches | 3 inches |
Screen resolution | 1,229k dot | 1,229k dot |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch functionality | ||
Screen tech | - | TFT Xtra Fine color LCD |
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder | Optical (pentaprism) | Electronic |
Viewfinder resolution | - | 2,359k dot |
Viewfinder coverage | 100 percent | 100 percent |
Viewfinder magnification | 0.7x | 0.71x |
Features | ||
Minimum shutter speed | 30 seconds | 30 seconds |
Fastest shutter speed | 1/4000 seconds | 1/8000 seconds |
Continuous shutter speed | 6.5 frames per sec | 10.0 frames per sec |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Expose Manually | ||
Exposure compensation | Yes | Yes |
Set white balance | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Inbuilt flash | ||
Flash distance | 12.00 m (at ISO 100) | no built-in flash |
Flash options | Auto, Auto FP high-speed sync, auto w/redeye reduction, auto slow sync, auto slow sync w/redeye reduction, fill flash, rear-curtain sync, rear-curtain w/slow sync, redeye reduction, redeye reduction w/slow sync, slow sync, off | Auto, On, Off, Red-Eye, Slow Sync, High Speed Sync, Rear Curtain, Fill-in, Wireless |
Hot shoe | ||
AEB | ||
WB bracketing | ||
Fastest flash sync | 1/200 seconds | 1/250 seconds |
Exposure | ||
Multisegment | ||
Average | ||
Spot | ||
Partial | ||
AF area | ||
Center weighted | ||
Video features | ||
Video resolutions | 1920 x 1080 (60p, 50p, 30p, 25p, 24p), 1280 x 720 (60p, 50p) | 1920 x 1080 (60, 24 fps), 1440 x 1080 (30fps), 640 x 424 (29.97 fps) |
Highest video resolution | 1920x1080 | 1920x1080 |
Video format | MPEG-4, H.264 | MPEG-4, AVCHD, H.264 |
Microphone input | ||
Headphone input | ||
Connectivity | ||
Wireless | Built-In | None |
Bluetooth | ||
NFC | ||
HDMI | ||
USB | USB 3.0 (5 GBit/sec) | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) |
GPS | Optional | BuiltIn |
Physical | ||
Environmental seal | ||
Water proofing | ||
Dust proofing | ||
Shock proofing | ||
Crush proofing | ||
Freeze proofing | ||
Weight | 840g (1.85 lbs) | 812g (1.79 lbs) |
Physical dimensions | 141 x 113 x 78mm (5.6" x 4.4" x 3.1") | 147 x 111 x 78mm (5.8" x 4.4" x 3.1") |
DXO scores | ||
DXO Overall rating | 93 | 89 |
DXO Color Depth rating | 24.8 | 25.0 |
DXO Dynamic range rating | 14.5 | 14.0 |
DXO Low light rating | 2956 | 1555 |
Other | ||
Battery life | 1230 images | 500 images |
Type of battery | Battery Pack | Battery Pack |
Battery ID | EN-EL15 | NP-FM500H |
Self timer | Yes (2, 5, 10, 20 secs) | Yes (2 or 10 sec) |
Time lapse recording | ||
Type of storage | SD/SDHC/SDXC (dual slots) | Memory Stick PRO Duo/Pro-HG Duo; SD, SDHC and SDXC |
Storage slots | Dual | Dual |
Cost at release | $2,000 | $1,998 |