Sony a390 vs Nikon D70s
This is a full comparison between the cameras Sony a390 and Nikon D70s. We compare them by looking at the categories you see below.
Manufacturing
Sony a390 is manufacturered by Sony but Nikon D70s is from Nikon. Both Sony and Nikon are well known brands though.
Sony a390 were released 2010 and Nikon D70s was released 2005. That is a 5 years difference. In tech, this period can be of interest since technology is always improving, etc.Camera | Released |
Sony a390 | 2010 |
Nikon D70s | 2005 |
Type of camera
Both these cameras are DSLR cameras. No difference there.
Sensors / crop factor
These cameras have different sensors. Sony a390 has a "Sony APS-C"-sensor while Nikon D70s has a "Nikon DX"-sensor, and their difference in sensors will also affect the crop factor and experience focal length. See the table below.
Camera | Focal length, 50mm f/1.8 ** |
Sony a390 | 75 mm Sony APS-C sensor Crop factor/focal length multiplier by * 1.5 |
Nikon D70s | 75 mm Nikon DX sensor Crop factor/focal length multiplier by * 1.5 |
** Experienced focal length when using a lens such as a common "50mm f/1.8"
Learn more about crop factor and focal length multiplier here:
Camera selection can affect the focal length (Sony)
Camera selection can affect the focal length (Nikon)
Resolution
Sony a390 has a 14 MP (Megapixels) resolution while Nikon D70s has 6 MP. If we break down this in more detail this is the data behind the numbers:
Camera | Megapixels |
Sony a390 |
14 MP
14033152 pixels 4592 x 3056 |
Nikon D70s |
6 MP
6016000 pixels 3008 x 2000 |
Sony a390 has a 133 % larger resolution than Nikon D70s. This could give you more details in the picture but also a possibility to crop more in the pictures, afterward while editing the pictures, if needed that is.
ISO range
Sony a390 has a larger ISO-range than Nikon D70s. Sony a390 has an ISO range that stretches from 100 to 3200 while Nikon D70s has 200 to 1600.
Camera | ISO Range |
Sony a390 | 100-3200 |
Nikon D70s | 200-1600 |
Autofocus and lens compatibility
Both of these cameras have a built-in autofocus motor. Some lenses, that support autofocus, do not have an autofocus motor of their own but this won't cause any problems with these two cameras.
Here is a complete overview of which lenses work with each camera:
Lens compatibility chart for Sony a390
Lens compatibility chart for Nikon D70s
Pictures per second
Depending on what you are shooting the FPS, or frames/pictures per second, can definitely be of interest. Sony a390 can shoot up to 2,5 pictures per seconds and Nikon D70s can shoot up to 3 pictures per seconds.
Camera | FPS (Frames per second) |
Sony a390 | 2,5 |
Nikon D70s | 3 |
Ability to record movies
It is becoming more and more popular to record movies with digital cameras.
Though, neither Sony a390 or Nikon D70s can shoot movies so if that is a functionality that you are really looking for you should look elsewhere.
Weight
The weight of the camera can be an extremely important factor, especially if the camera is about to be used, or carried around, for several hours at a time.
Nikon D70s weighs 679 gr (equal to 1.5 lb) which is 24% heavier than Sony a390 and its 549 gr (or 1.21 lb).
Camera | Weight |
Sony a390 | 549 gr 1.21 lb |
Nikon D70s | 679 gr 1.5 lb |
Sony a390 vs Nikon D70s Specs
Below you will find the complete and detailed technical specs for both Sony a390 and Nikon D70s, next to each other. Each category of data is a link to an article covering the subject, giving you a deeper understanding so you can better understand the strengths and weaknesses of the two camera models.
Product |
Sony a390 |
Nikon D70s |
Name | Sony a390 | Nikon D70s |
Manufacturer | Sony | Nikon |
Release Date and Price |
Sony a390 |
Nikon D70s |
Release Year | 2010 | 2005 |
Release Date | 2010-06-09 | 2005-04-20 |
MSRP | 599 USD | 749 USD |
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Camera Type |
Sony a390 |
Nikon D70s |
Camera Type | DSLR | DSLR |
Sensor |
Sony a390 |
Nikon D70s |
Sensor Size | APS-C (approx 23.5 x 15.6 mm) |
APS-C (approx 23.7 x 15.5 mm) Also known as "DX" |
Sensor Type | CCD | CCD |
Resolution | 4592 x 3056 pixels | 3008 x 2000 pixels |
Megapixels | 14 MP | 6 MP |
Image Processor | Bionz | Nikon LSI (Large Scale Integration) |
Image |
Sony a390 |
Nikon D70s |
ISO Range | 100 - 3200 | 200 - 1600 |
White Balance Presets | 6 | 6 |
Custom White Balance | Yes | Yes |
Image Stabilization |
Yes (Sensor-Shift) |
No |
Image Stabilization CIPA Rating | 0 stops | 0 stops |
Uncompressed format | RAW | RAW |
Optics & Focus |
Sony a390 |
Nikon D70s |
Autofocus Motor | Yes | Yes |
Autofocus |
Phase Detect Multi Area Selective Single Point Single Continuous Face Detection LiveView |
Phase Detect Multi Area Selective Single Point Single Continuous |
Focus Points | 9 | 5 |
Lens Mount |
Sony A See Compatible Lenses |
Nikon F See Compatible Lenses |
Focal Length Multiplier |
APS-C Sensor (1.5x) 1.5x multiplier Example: 24 mm becomes 36 mm 50 mm becomes 75 mm 100 mm becomes 150 mm 200 mm becomes 300 mm |
DX / APS-C (1.5x) 1.5x multiplier Example: 24 mm becomes 36 mm 50 mm becomes 75 mm 100 mm becomes 150 mm 200 mm becomes 300 mm |
Screen & Viewfinder |
Sony a390 |
Nikon D70s |
Articulated LCD | Tilting | Fixed |
Screen size | 2.7” | 2” |
Screen dots | 230400 | 130000 |
Touch screen | No | No |
Screen type | N/A | N/A |
Live view | Yes | No |
Viewfinder Type | Optical (pentamirror) | Optical (pentaprism) |
Viewfinder Coverage | 95% | 95% |
Viewfinder Magnification | 0.74× (0.49× 35mm equiv.) | 0.75× (0.5× 35mm equiv.) |
Viewfinder Resolution | N/A | N/A |
Photography features |
Sony a390 |
Nikon D70s |
Frames per second | 2,5 fps | 3 fps |
Minimum Shutter Speed | 30 seconds | 30 seconds |
Maximum Shutter Speed | 1/4000 seconds | 1/8000 seconds |
Built-in Flash | Yes | Yes |
Built-in Flash Range | 10 meters | 11 meters |
External Flash | Yes | Yes |
Self-Timer | Yes | Yes |
Time-lapse | No | No |
Metering modes |
Multi Center Weighted Spot |
Multi Center Weighted Spot |
Exposure Compensation | +/- 2 (at 1/3 EV steps) | +/- 5 (at 1/3 EV, 1/2 EV steps) |
Videography features |
Sony a390 |
Nikon D70s |
Video recording | No | No |
Video format | N/A | N/A |
Video resolution | N/A | N/A |
Built-in Microphone | No | No |
Built-in Speakers | No | No |
Storage |
Sony a390 |
Nikon D70s |
Memory Card |
Memory Stick Pro Duo SD/SDHC |
Compact Flash |
Connectivity |
Sony a390 |
Nikon D70s |
HDMI Output | Yes | No |
Microphone Port | No | No |
Headphone Port | No | No |
Wireless | No | No |
Remote Control | Yes (Optional) |
Yes (Optional (ML-L3 or MC-DC1))
|
GPS | No | No |
Body & Dimensions |
Sony a390 |
Nikon D70s |
Enviromentally sealed | No | No |
Battery | Battery Pack | Battery Pack |
Battery Details |
Lithium-Ion NP-FH50 rechargeable battery & charger
|
Nikon EN-EL3a Lithium-Ion & charger included
|
Battery Life (CIPA) | 230 shots | 400 shots |
Width | 128 mm | 140 mm |
Height | 97 mm | 111 mm |
Depth | 86 mm | 78 mm |
Weight | 549 gram | 679 gram |