Sony A33 vs Nikon Coolpix A

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Sony A33 vs Nikon Coolpix A

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APS-C 369.7mm²
14.2 megapixels
ISO 100 - 12,800

Go in depth with our full Sony A33 Review.
See real-world photos taken with the A33.

APS-C 368.2mm²
16.2 megapixels
28.00mm (35mm eq.)

Go in depth with our full Nikon Coolpix A Review.
See real-world photos taken with the Coolpix A.

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Differences

Sony A33 advantages over Nikon Coolpix A

Less expensive
$750 vs $1100 (MSRP)
Save money for lenses or accessories
Eye-level viewfinder
Eye-level vs Rear display only
You'll be able to frame photos even when the sun is out
In-Camera Image Stabilization
Yes vs No
Reduces the effects of camera shake at slower shutter speeds
In-camera panoramas
Yes vs No
Stitches multiple shots into a panoramic photo
Tiltable Screen
Tiltable vs Fixed
Tilt the screen for shooting flexbility
Fast startup
~0.80 vs 1.9 sec
Faster startup lets you catch the moment
External Mic Jack
Jack vs No jack
Improved sound fidelity when shooting video
Less shutter lag
0.21 vs 0.58 sec
Focus and take a photo quickly (wide angle)
Has anti-aliasing filter
Filter vs No Filter
Reduces unsightly moiré in photos
Faster JPEG shooting
7.1 fps vs 4.1 fps
Faster JPEG shooting (burst mode)
Faster shutter
1/4000 vs 1/2000 sec
Shoot wide open in bright light

Nikon Coolpix A advantages over Sony A33

Higher effective ISO

Higher effective ISO

Maximum effective ISO is an estimate of the highest sensitivity at which a camera can capture excellent quality photos.

Cameras with higher effective ISO will be better choices for indoor photography, night shooting, and indoor sports photography, especially if you intend to make large prints.

You can learn more at our glossary entry.

Maximum effective ISO test data courtesy of DxO Mark.
Coolpix A test data on DxO Mark A33 test data on DxO Mark

1,164 vs 591 iso
Take photos in low light with less noise
Thinner
40 mm vs 84 mm
Thinner
Higher max flash sync
1/2000 vs 1/160 sec
Reduce the effect of ambient light in flash shots
Shoots 24p video
Yes vs No
Gives your movies a big-screen feel
Shoots 1080p video
Yes vs No
You'll want this if you shoot video
Lacks anti-aliasing filter
No Filter vs Filter
Enjoy sharper photos
Bigger JPEG buffer
Unlimited vs 13 shots
Take more JPEG shots before waiting (burst mode)

Similarities

Common Strengths

Rear display
Both provide
Review photos on the back of the camera
RAW file ability
Both provide
Gives you more flexibility to develop your photos later
Internal flash
Both provide
Useful in a pinch for fill flash
Manual focus
Both provide
AF is for the weak. Real photographers focus manually.
HDMI out
Both provide
Use HDMI output to monitor or review video
Hot shoe
Both provide
Off-camera flashes open new possibilities
Bulb shutter
Both provide
Hold the shutter open manually for long exposures

Common Weaknesses

Focus peaking
Neither provide
Your camera will highlight what's in focus
Touchscreen
Neither provide
Interact with your camera just like your smartphone
Built-in Wi-Fi
Neither provide
Share your photos wirelessly
NFC
Neither provide
Simplifies pairing your camera with supported phones
Built-in Bluetooth
Neither provide
Always-on wireless connectivity
Built-in GPS
Neither provide
Geotag your photos
On-sensor phase detect
Neither provide
Usually improves live view and video AF performance
Integrated ND filter
Neither provide
Shoot in daylight with a large aperture or slow shutter
Dual card slots
Neither provide
Gives you more storage flexibility
Headphone jack
Neither provide
Monitor audio recording while you shoot video
Slow-motion videos
Neither provide
Shoot slow-motion videos

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Review Excerpt

Read our Sony A33 Full Review

Solid alloy body with true twin-dial design; Smaller, lighter, and cheaper than most direct competitors; Excellent image quality, even when compared to interchangeable-lens cameras; Numerous accessories expand upon its capabilities.
Fixed prime lens is not for everybody; Ergonomics could be better; Performance is spotty; Built-in flash is rather weak; Battery life is quite modest.
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The Competition

Compared to Nikon D3100

Sony A33

Nikon D3100

$540
APS-C

In-Camera Image Stabilization
In-camera panoramas

$700
APS-C

Lens selection
Fast startup

Compare Sony A33 vs Nikon D3100

Nikon Coolpix A

Nikon D3100

$1097
APS-C

Higher effective ISO
More dynamic range

$700
APS-C

Less expensive
Eye-level viewfinder

Compare Nikon Coolpix A vs Nikon D3100

Compared to Sony A55

Sony A33

Sony A55

$540
APS-C

$734
APS-C

Higher effective ISO
Built-in GPS

Compare Sony A33 vs Sony A55

Nikon Coolpix A

Sony A55

$1097
APS-C

Higher effective ISO
More dynamic range

$734
APS-C

Less expensive
Eye-level viewfinder

Compare Nikon Coolpix A vs Sony A55

Compared to Sony A35

Sony A33

Sony A35

$540
APS-C

Tiltable Screen
Faster JPEG shooting

$567
APS-C

Higher effective ISO
Longer stills battery life

Compare Sony A33 vs Sony A35

Nikon Coolpix A

Sony A35

$1097
APS-C

Higher effective ISO
Thinner

$567
APS-C

Less expensive
Eye-level viewfinder

Compare Nikon Coolpix A vs Sony A35

Compared to Leica X2

Sony A33

Leica X2

$540
APS-C

Less expensive
Eye-level viewfinder

$1499
APS-C

Longer stills battery life
Thinner

Compare Sony A33 vs Leica X2

Nikon Coolpix A

Leica X2

$1097
APS-C

Less expensive
Shoots 24p video

$1499
APS-C

More telephoto lens reach
Longer stills battery life

Compare Nikon Coolpix A vs Leica X2

Compared to Fujifilm X70

Sony A33

Fujifilm X70

$540
APS-C

Eye-level viewfinder
In-Camera Image Stabilization

$699
APS-C

Focus peaking
Touchscreen

Compare Sony A33 vs Fujifilm X70

Nikon Coolpix A

Fujifilm X70

$1097
APS-C

Bigger JPEG buffer
Bigger RAW buffer

$699
APS-C

Focus peaking
Touchscreen

Compare Nikon Coolpix A vs Fujifilm X70

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