Nikon D780 vs Sony A77
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Nikon D780 vs Sony A77 Key Specs
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- 25MP - Full frame Sensor
- 3.2" Tilting Screen
- ISO 100 - 51200 (Raise to 204800)
- 1/8000s Maximum Shutter
- 3840 x 2160 video
- Nikon F Mount
- 840g - 144 x 116 x 76mm
- Launched January 2020
- Old Model is Nikon D750
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- 24MP - APS-C Sensor
- 3" Fully Articulated Screen
- ISO 50 - 16000 (Boost to 25600)
- Sensor based Image Stabilization
- 1/8000s Maximum Shutter
- 1920 x 1080 video
- Sony/Minolta Alpha Mount
- 732g - 143 x 104 x 81mm
- Introduced October 2011
- Succeeded the Sony A700
- Successor is Sony A77 II
Nikon D780 vs Sony A77 Overview
Here, we will be reviewing the Nikon D780 vs Sony A77, both Advanced DSLR digital cameras by competitors Nikon and Sony. The image resolution of the D780 (25MP) and the A77 (24MP) is pretty similar but the D780 (Full frame) and A77 (APS-C) provide different sensor sizing.
Samsung Releases Faster Versions of EVO MicroSD CardsThe D780 was announced 8 years later than the A77 and that is quite a big difference as far as tech is concerned. Both the cameras feature the same body design (Mid-size SLR).
Before getting into a full comparison, here is a concise view of how the D780 grades against the A77 in terms of portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.
Nikon D780 vs Sony A77 Gallery
The following is a preview of the gallery images for Nikon D780 & Sony SLT-A77. The whole galleries are available at Nikon D780 Gallery & Sony A77 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Nikon D780 over the Sony A77
D780 | A77 | |||
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Introduced | January 2020 | October 2011 | Fresher by 100 months | |
Screen size | 3.2" | 3" | Bigger screen (+0.2") | |
Screen resolution | 2359k | 921k | Crisper screen (+1438k dot) | |
Touch friendly screen | Quickly navigate |
Reasons to pick Sony A77 over the Nikon D780
A77 | D780 | |||
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Screen type | Fully Articulated | Tilting | Fully Articulating screen | |
Selfie screen | Take selfies |
Common features in the Nikon D780 and Sony A77
D780 | A77 | |||
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Focus manually | Dial exact focus |
Nikon D780 vs Sony A77 Physical Comparison
When you are going to carry your camera, you're going to have to take into account its weight and proportions. The Nikon D780 has exterior dimensions of 144mm x 116mm x 76mm (5.7" x 4.6" x 3.0") and a weight of 840 grams (1.85 lbs) whilst the Sony A77 has measurements of 143mm x 104mm x 81mm (5.6" x 4.1" x 3.2") having a weight of 732 grams (1.61 lbs).
See the Nikon D780 vs Sony A77 in our newest Camera plus Lens Size Comparison Tool.Always remember, the weight of an ILC will change depending on the lens you use at that time. Here is a front view over all size comparison of the D780 and the A77.
Taking into consideration size and weight, the portability score of the D780 and A77 is 57 and 59 respectively.
Nikon D780 vs Sony A77 Sensor Comparison
Often, its hard to visualize the difference between sensor sizing purely by going over a spec sheet. The photograph below will help offer you a much better sense of the sensor dimensions in the D780 and A77.
Clearly, both of the cameras feature different resolutions and different sensor sizing. The D780 using its bigger sensor is going to make shooting bokeh easier and the Nikon D780 will offer you more detail with its extra 1MP. Higher resolution will also allow you to crop photographs way more aggressively. The more modern D780 provides an edge with regard to sensor tech.
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Nikon D780 vs Sony A77 Specifications
Nikon D780 | Sony SLT-A77 | |
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General Information | ||
Manufacturer | Nikon | Sony |
Model | Nikon D780 | Sony SLT-A77 |
Type | Advanced DSLR | Advanced DSLR |
Launched | 2020-01-07 | 2011-10-25 |
Physical type | Mid-size SLR | Mid-size SLR |
Sensor Information | ||
Powered by | Expeed 6 | Bionz |
Sensor type | BSI-CMOS | CMOS |
Sensor size | Full frame | APS-C |
Sensor measurements | 35.9 x 23.9mm | 23.5 x 15.6mm |
Sensor area | 858.0mm² | 366.6mm² |
Sensor resolution | 25 megapixels | 24 megapixels |
Anti aliasing filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 1:1, 3:2 and 16:9 | 3:2 and 16:9 |
Highest Possible resolution | 6048 x 4024 | 6000 x 4000 |
Maximum native ISO | 51200 | 16000 |
Maximum enhanced ISO | 204800 | 25600 |
Lowest native ISO | 100 | 50 |
RAW data | ||
Lowest enhanced ISO | 50 | - |
Autofocusing | ||
Manual focus | ||
Touch focus | ||
Continuous AF | ||
AF single | ||
Tracking AF | ||
Selective AF | ||
AF center weighted | ||
AF multi area | ||
AF live view | ||
Face detection focusing | ||
Contract detection focusing | ||
Phase detection focusing | ||
Number of focus points | 51 | 19 |
Cross focus points | 15 | 11 |
Lens | ||
Lens mounting type | Nikon F | Sony/Minolta Alpha |
Number of lenses | 309 | 143 |
Crop factor | 1 | 1.5 |
Screen | ||
Screen type | Tilting | Fully Articulated |
Screen sizing | 3.2 inch | 3 inch |
Screen resolution | 2,359k dots | 921k dots |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch display | ||
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder | Optical (pentaprism) | Electronic |
Viewfinder resolution | - | 2,359k dots |
Viewfinder coverage | 100 percent | 100 percent |
Viewfinder magnification | 0.7x | 0.73x |
Features | ||
Min shutter speed | 900s | 30s |
Max shutter speed | 1/8000s | 1/8000s |
Continuous shutter rate | 7.0 frames per second | 12.0 frames per second |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Manual mode | ||
Exposure compensation | Yes | Yes |
Change WB | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Inbuilt flash | ||
Flash range | no built-in flash | 12.00 m |
Flash settings | no built-in flash | Auto, On, Off, Red-Eye, Slow Sync, High Speed Sync, Rear Curtain, Fill-in, Wireless |
External flash | ||
AE bracketing | ||
White balance bracketing | ||
Max flash synchronize | - | 1/250s |
Exposure | ||
Multisegment | ||
Average | ||
Spot | ||
Partial | ||
AF area | ||
Center weighted | ||
Video features | ||
Supported video resolutions | 3840 x 2160 @ 30p, MP4, H.264, Linear PCM3840 x 2160 @ 25p, MP4, H.264, Linear PCM3840 x 2160 @ 24p, MP4, H.264, Linear PCM1920 x 1080 @ 120p, MP4, H.264, Linear PCM1920 x 1080 @ 100p, MP4, H.264, Linear PCM1920 x 1080 @ 60p, MP4, H.264, Linear PCM1920 x 1080 @ 50p, MP4, H.264, Linear PCM1920 x 1080 @ 30p, MP4, H.264, Linear PCM1920 x 1080 @ 25p, MP4, H.264, Linear PCM1920 x 1080 @ 24p, MP4, H.264, Linear PCM | 1920 x 1080 (60, 24 fps), 1440 x 1080 (30fps), 640 x 424 (29.97 fps) |
Maximum video resolution | 3840x2160 | 1920x1080 |
Video data format | MPEG-4, H.264 | MPEG-4, AVCHD, H.264 |
Microphone support | ||
Headphone support | ||
Connectivity | ||
Wireless | Built-In | Eye-Fi Connected |
Bluetooth | ||
NFC | ||
HDMI | ||
USB | Yes | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) |
GPS | None | BuiltIn |
Physical | ||
Environment sealing | ||
Water proof | ||
Dust proof | ||
Shock proof | ||
Crush proof | ||
Freeze proof | ||
Weight | 840 grams (1.85 lb) | 732 grams (1.61 lb) |
Physical dimensions | 144 x 116 x 76mm (5.7" x 4.6" x 3.0") | 143 x 104 x 81mm (5.6" x 4.1" x 3.2") |
DXO scores | ||
DXO Overall score | not tested | 78 |
DXO Color Depth score | not tested | 24.0 |
DXO Dynamic range score | not tested | 13.2 |
DXO Low light score | not tested | 801 |
Other | ||
Battery life | 2260 photos | 470 photos |
Battery style | Battery Pack | Battery Pack |
Battery model | EN-EL15b | NP-FM500H |
Self timer | Yes | Yes (2 or 10 sec) |
Time lapse shooting | ||
Storage type | Dual SD/SDHC/SDXC slots (UHS-II compatible) | SD/SDHC/SDXC/Memory Stick Pro Duo/ Pro-HG Duo |
Card slots | Two | One |
Launch pricing | $2,297 | $900 |