Nikon D80 and Sony Alpha DSLR-A100

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Sony Alpha DSLR-A100
  • Resolution : 10.20 Megapixels
  • Kit Lens : 3.88x zoom 18-70mm (27-105mm eq.)
  • Viewfinder : Optical
  • LCD Size : 2.5 inch
  • ISO : 80-1600
  • Shutter : 30-1/4000
  • Max Aperture : 3.5
  • Memory Type : CF1 / CF2 / MS Duo / MS PRO Duo / Micro drive
  • Battery : Custom LiIon
  • Power-on Time 1.1 sec
  • Shutter Lag, Full Auto-focus 0.310 - 0.310 sec
  • Shutter Lag, Pre-focused 0.116 sec
  • Shot to Shot time 0.58 sec
  • Continuous Speed 2.38 fps (19 shots)
  • Best Macro 3.11x2.09 in 79x53 mm
  • Viewfinder accuracy (Optical) 95%
  • Distortion (Wide Angle) 0.9%
  • Distortion (Telephoto) -0.0%
  • Battery Life (CIPA standard) 750 shots
Comment
  • both Sony and Nikon share the same power improvement and the same 2.5 inch LCD screen as well
  • Sony uses its primary 2.5in display to show a wide array of shooting information
  • The Sony screen cleverly flips by 90 degrees for portrait shots so that is will always be upright
  • a very big positive for the Sony is the built-in anti-shake which is very effective and will work with any lens you use
  • the D80 has a better viewfinder experience, the Nikon overall build quality is sturdier and preferred
  • very bright conditions will cause the Nikon D80’s traditional separate info screen to be preferred
  • while the Sony does boast a good range of customization, the Nikon is stronger here
 Nikon D80
  • Resolution: 10.20 Megapixels
  • Kit Lens : 7.50x zoom 18-135mm (27-203mm eq.)
  • Viewfinder : Optical
  • LCD Size : 2.5 inch
  • ISO : 100-3200
  • Shutter : 30-1/4000
  • Max Aperture : 3.5
  • Memory Type : SDHC / SD
  • Battery : Custom LiIon
  • Power-on Time 0.2 sec
  • Shutter Lag, Full Auto-focus 0.250 sec
  • Shutter Lag, Pre-focused 0.083 sec
  • Shot to Shot time 0.37 sec
  • Continuous Speed 3.00 fps (9 shots)
  • Best Macro 3.46x2.32 in 88x59 mm
  • Viewfinder accuracy (Optical) 95%
  • Distortion (Wide Angle) 1.0%
  • Distortion (Telephoto) -0.5%
  • Battery Life (CIPA standard) 600 shots
  • If accurate metering, superior build quality, and if you really would exploit its more powerful customization and flash options then Nikon D80 is for You
  • When you compare the Nikon and Sony, the D80 is a step above in terms of metering, build, and flash capabilities, not to mention its great viewfinder; The Nikon is highly recommended