Nikon Df vs Sony A77

Here is a complete analysis of the Nikon Df versus Sony A77, both Advanced DSLR digital cameras by rivals Nikon and Sony. There is a noticeable difference between the resolutions of the Df (16MP) and A77 (24MP) and the Df (Full frame) and A77 (APS-C) use different sensor sizes.

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The Df was manufactured 2 years later than the A77 and that is quite a sizable difference as far as tech is concerned. Each of the cameras offer the identical body type (Mid-size SLR).

Before delving through a in-depth comparison, below is a concise synopsis of how the Df scores against the A77 in the way of portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

This is a preview of the gallery images for Nikon Df & Sony SLT-A77. The entire galleries are viewable at Nikon Df Gallery & Sony A77 Gallery.

In case you're planning to carry your camera, you will need to consider its weight and proportions. The Nikon Df offers outer measurements of 144mm x 110mm x 67mm (5.7" x 4.3" x 2.6") having a weight of 760 grams (1.68 lbs) and the Sony A77 has measurements of 143mm x 104mm x 81mm (5.6" x 4.1" x 3.2") accompanied by a weight of 732 grams (1.61 lbs).

Examine the Nikon Df versus Sony A77 in our newest Camera & Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Take into account, the weight of an ILC will vary based on the lens you are utilizing at that moment. Underneath is the front view proportions comparison of the Df against the A77.

Taking into account size and weight, the portability rating of the Df and A77 is 59 and 59 respectively.

Often, its difficult to imagine the contrast between sensor sizing only by reviewing technical specs. The visual here will offer you a much better sense of the sensor measurements in the Df and A77.

As you have seen, both of those cameras enjoy different megapixel count and different sensor sizing. The Df because of its bigger sensor is going to make getting shallow DOF easier and the Sony A77 will offer greater detail due to its extra 8 Megapixels. Higher resolution will allow you to crop pictures far more aggressively. The younger Df should have a benefit in sensor tech.