Nikon D810A vs Sony A77 II
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Nikon D810A vs Sony A77 II Key Specs
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- 36MP - Full frame Sensor
- 3.2" Fixed Screen
- ISO 200 - 12800 (Increase to 51200)
- 1/8000s Maximum Shutter
- 1920 x 1080 video
- Nikon F Mount
- 880g - 146 x 123 x 82mm
- Announced February 2015
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- 24MP - APS-C Sensor
- 3" Fully Articulated Display
- ISO 50 - 25600
- Sensor based Image Stabilization
- 1/8000s Maximum Shutter
- 1920 x 1080 video
- Sony/Minolta Alpha Mount
- 647g - 143 x 104 x 81mm
- Introduced May 2014
- Earlier Model is Sony A77
Nikon D810A vs Sony A77 II Overview
Here, we are matching up the Nikon D810A versus Sony A77 II, both Advanced DSLR cameras by competitors Nikon and Sony. There exists a large gap among the sensor resolutions of the D810A (36MP) and A77 II (24MP) and the D810A (Full frame) and A77 II (APS-C) boast totally different sensor sizing.
Ulanzi's Tripod Ensures Ultra Smooth FilmingThe D810A was announced 9 months later than the A77 II so they are both of a similar age. Both of the cameras feature the same body design (Mid-size SLR).
Before going straight to a more detailed comparison, here is a short synopsis of how the D810A scores versus the A77 II in terms of portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.
Nikon D810A vs Sony A77 II Gallery
Following is a sample of the gallery pics for Nikon D810A & Sony SLT-A77 II. The whole galleries are available at Nikon D810A Gallery & Sony A77 II Gallery.
Reasons to pick Nikon D810A over the Sony A77 II
D810A | A77 II | |||
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Introduced | February 2015 | May 2014 | More recent by 9 months | |
Display size | 3.2" | 3" | Larger display (+0.2") |
Reasons to pick Sony A77 II over the Nikon D810A
A77 II | D810A | |||
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Display type | Fully Articulated | Fixed | Fully Articulating display | |
Selfie screen | Take selfies |
Common features in the Nikon D810A and Sony A77 II
D810A | A77 II | |||
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Manually focus | Very accurate focus | |||
Display resolution | 1229k | 1229k | Same display resolution | |
Touch display | Absent Touch display |
Nikon D810A vs Sony A77 II Physical Comparison
For those who are looking to lug around your camera, you have to think about its weight and volume. The Nikon D810A has physical dimensions of 146mm x 123mm x 82mm (5.7" x 4.8" x 3.2") along with a weight of 880 grams (1.94 lbs) while the Sony A77 II has sizing of 143mm x 104mm x 81mm (5.6" x 4.1" x 3.2") along with a weight of 647 grams (1.43 lbs).
Check out the Nikon D810A versus Sony A77 II in our newest Camera & Lens Size Comparison Tool.Keep in mind, the weight of an ILC will vary based on the lens you are using at that time. Here is a front view size comparison of the D810A against the A77 II.
Using dimensions and weight, the portability grade of the D810A and A77 II is 55 and 62 respectively.
Nikon D810A vs Sony A77 II Sensor Comparison
Sometimes, its tough to envision the contrast in sensor measurements only by checking out specifications. The photograph below will help provide you a stronger sense of the sensor dimensions in the D810A and A77 II.
To sum up, each of these cameras come with different megapixels and different sensor measurements. The D810A having a larger sensor will make getting shallow depth of field less difficult and the Nikon D810A will show greater detail with its extra 12 Megapixels. Greater resolution can also enable you to crop pics a good deal more aggressively. The fresher D810A will have a benefit in sensor innovation.
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Nikon D810A vs Sony A77 II Specifications
Nikon D810A | Sony SLT-A77 II | |
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General Information | ||
Company | Nikon | Sony |
Model type | Nikon D810A | Sony SLT-A77 II |
Class | Advanced DSLR | Advanced DSLR |
Announced | 2015-02-10 | 2014-05-21 |
Physical type | Mid-size SLR | Mid-size SLR |
Sensor Information | ||
Processor | EXPEED 4 | Bionz X |
Sensor type | CMOS | CMOS |
Sensor size | Full frame | APS-C |
Sensor measurements | 35.9 x 24mm | 23.5 x 15.6mm |
Sensor area | 861.6mm² | 366.6mm² |
Sensor resolution | 36 megapixel | 24 megapixel |
Anti alias filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 5:4 and 3:2 | 3:2 and 16:9 |
Max resolution | 7360 x 4912 | 6000 x 4000 |
Max native ISO | 12800 | 25600 |
Max enhanced ISO | 51200 | - |
Minimum native ISO | 200 | 50 |
RAW files | ||
Minimum enhanced ISO | 100 | - |
Autofocusing | ||
Manual focusing | ||
Autofocus touch | ||
Autofocus continuous | ||
Single autofocus | ||
Autofocus tracking | ||
Autofocus selectice | ||
Center weighted autofocus | ||
Multi area autofocus | ||
Live view autofocus | ||
Face detection focus | ||
Contract detection focus | ||
Phase detection focus | ||
Total focus points | 51 | 79 |
Cross type focus points | 15 | 15 |
Lens | ||
Lens support | Nikon F | Sony/Minolta Alpha |
Available lenses | 309 | 143 |
Focal length multiplier | 1 | 1.5 |
Screen | ||
Type of screen | Fixed Type | Fully Articulated |
Screen diagonal | 3.2" | 3" |
Resolution of screen | 1,229 thousand dots | 1,229 thousand dots |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch capability | ||
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder type | Optical (pentaprism) | Electronic |
Viewfinder resolution | - | 2,359 thousand dots |
Viewfinder coverage | 100% | 100% |
Viewfinder magnification | 0.7x | 0.73x |
Features | ||
Min shutter speed | 30s | 30s |
Max shutter speed | 1/8000s | 1/8000s |
Continuous shutter rate | 5.0 frames/s | 12.0 frames/s |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Manually set exposure | ||
Exposure compensation | Yes | Yes |
Change white balance | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Integrated flash | ||
Flash distance | 12.00 m (at ISO 100) | 12.00 m (at ISO 100) |
Flash settings | Front-curtain sync, slow sync, rear-curtain sync, redeye reduction, redeye reduction w/slow sync, slow rear-curtain sync | Auto, fill, rear sync, slow sync |
Hot shoe | ||
AEB | ||
White balance bracketing | ||
Max flash synchronize | - | 1/250s |
Exposure | ||
Multisegment | ||
Average | ||
Spot | ||
Partial | ||
AF area | ||
Center weighted | ||
Video features | ||
Supported video resolutions | 1920 x 1080 (60p, 50p, 30p, 25p, 24p), 1280 x 720 (60p, 50p) | 1920 x 1080 (60p, 60i, 30p), 1440 x 1080 (30p), 640 x 480 (30p) |
Max video resolution | 1920x1080 | 1920x1080 |
Video data format | MPEG-4, H.264 | MPEG-4, AVCHD, XAVC S |
Microphone port | ||
Headphone port | ||
Connectivity | ||
Wireless | Optional | Built-In |
Bluetooth | ||
NFC | ||
HDMI | ||
USB | USB 3.0 (5 GBit/sec) | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) |
GPS | Optional | None |
Physical | ||
Environmental sealing | ||
Water proofing | ||
Dust proofing | ||
Shock proofing | ||
Crush proofing | ||
Freeze proofing | ||
Weight | 880g (1.94 lbs) | 647g (1.43 lbs) |
Physical dimensions | 146 x 123 x 82mm (5.7" x 4.8" x 3.2") | 143 x 104 x 81mm (5.6" x 4.1" x 3.2") |
DXO scores | ||
DXO Overall rating | not tested | 82 |
DXO Color Depth rating | not tested | 24.4 |
DXO Dynamic range rating | not tested | 13.4 |
DXO Low light rating | not tested | 1013 |
Other | ||
Battery life | 1200 photos | 480 photos |
Battery type | Battery Pack | Battery Pack |
Battery ID | EN-EL15 | NP-FM500H |
Self timer | Yes (2, 5, 10, 20 secs for up to 9 shots) | Yes (Yes (2 or 12 sec)) |
Time lapse recording | ||
Storage type | SD/SDHC/SDXC, CompactFlash (UDMA compliant) | SD/ SDHC/SDXC, Memory Stick Pro Duo/ Pro-HG Duo |
Card slots | Two | 1 |
Launch price | $3,800 | $1,198 |