Monday, October 23, 2006
Nikon D80 and Sony A100 10 Megapixel DSLRs Comparison Review
Hardwarezone has an extensive review comparing two popular digital SLRs. The review pits the Nikon D80 versus the Sony A100, both 10 megapixel entry level dslrs.
From the review.
Coming to the closure of this shootout, if we had to choose between the two cameras, it would be the Nikon D80 because of the better noise control and handling. We still like Sony’s implementation of CCD module shifting, anti-dust feature and the beginners’ dual kit lenses package for a lower overall price point. However, if we wanted a camera closer to ‘perfection’, it would still be the Nikon D80.
Its shortcoming of lacking built-in anti-shake technology can be easily rectified with a lens module featuring this technology (at a higher price), but the better noise control and handling capability on the Nikon cannot be had on the A100 no matter what. Sony’s A100 features, package and price point however appeals strongly to the beginners. In the end, it’s all about what meets your needs.
Both 10.2-megapixel Nikon D80 and Sony A100 DSLR cameras are great entry-level DSLR cameras that come highly recommended to anyone stepping up to this segment, but both address differing needs of users as presented in the article. You can’t have your cake and eat it too - at least not yet, but these cameras come close. Competitors like the recently launched mid-range Canon 400D which is also a 10-megapixel DSLR with anti-dust feature is another viable contender of this space but since it doesn’t use a CCD sensor, we’ve excluded it from this shootout. Expect a review of it real soon though.
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