Nikon D810 vs Sony A99 II

On this page, we are comparing the Nikon D810 versus Sony A99 II, both Advanced DSLR digital cameras by rivals Nikon and Sony. The resolution of the D810 (36MP) and the A99 II (42MP) is very well matched and both cameras provide the same sensor size (Full frame).

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The D810 was introduced 3 years before the A99 II which is quite a serious difference as far as tech is concerned. Each of the cameras have the same body design (Mid-size SLR).

Before getting right into a step-by-step comparison, here is a brief introduction of how the D810 grades versus the A99 II with regard to portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

Following is a sample of the gallery pics for Nikon D810 & Sony Alpha A99 II. The whole galleries are available at Nikon D810 Gallery & Sony A99 II Gallery.

For anyone who is planning to carry around your camera frequently, you have to take into account its weight and measurements. The Nikon D810 comes with external dimensions of 146mm x 123mm x 82mm (5.7" x 4.8" x 3.2") with a weight of 980 grams (2.16 lbs) whilst the Sony A99 II has proportions of 143mm x 104mm x 76mm (5.6" x 4.1" x 3.0") accompanied by a weight of 849 grams (1.87 lbs).

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Bear in mind, the weight of an ILC will vary based on the lens you are employing at the time. Here is a front view physical size comparison of the D810 and the A99 II.

Factoring in size and weight, the portability grade of the D810 and A99 II is 54 and 57 respectively.

In many cases, its hard to picture the gap between sensor sizes simply by reading through specifications. The picture below will help give you a stronger sense of the sensor sizes in the D810 and A99 II.

Plainly, the 2 cameras have the same sensor dimensions but different megapixels. You can expect to see the Sony A99 II to resolve greater detail using its extra 6MP. Greater resolution will also help you crop images a bit more aggressively. The more aged D810 is going to be disadvantaged in sensor technology.