Nikon D3200 vs Sony FX30

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      Specifications

      General Nikon D3200 Sony FX30
      BrandNikonSony
      ModelD3200FX30
      Predecessor ModelNikon D3100
      Successor ModelNikon D3300
      MSRPUS: with 18-55mm VR - $699.95; UK: with 18-55mm VR - £649.99; UK: with 18-55mm VR - €699$1799 body-only, $2199 with XLR adapter
      Camera TypeInterchangeable LensInterchangeable Lens
      Body TypeDSLRMirrorless
      Video Capture
      Sensor Nikon D3200 Sony FX30
      Sensor TypeCMOSBSI-CMOS
      Sensor FormatDX
      Sensor SizeAPS-CAPS-C
      Sensor Dimensions23.2 x 15.4 mm23.3 x 15.6 mm
      Total Pixels24.7 Megapixel27 Megapixel
      Effective Pixels24.2 Megapixel26 Megapixel
      Low Pass Filter
      Native ISO Range100 - 6,400100 - 32,000
      Boosted ISO Range100 - 12,80050 - 102,400
      Photo Nikon D3200 Sony FX30
      ProcessorEXPEED 3BIONZ XR
      Max Image Resolution6016 x 40006192 x 4128
      Other Resolutions4512 x 3000, 3008 x 2000
      Image Aspect Ratios3:23:2, 16:9
      Image File FormatHEIF, JPEG, RAW
      JPEG Quality LevelsFine, Normal, Basic
      Bit Depth12-Bit14-Bit
      Timelapse Recording
      White Balance2500 to 9900K
      Presets: Auto, Cloudy, Color Temperature, Daylight, Fluorescent, Incandescent, Shade, Underwater
      Active D-LightingCan be selected from:
      On
      Off
      Focus Nikon D3200 Sony FX30
      Autofocus ModesMulti-area
      Selective single-point
      Tracking
      Single
      Continuous
      Face Detection
      Live View
      Multi-area
      Center
      Selective single-point
      Tracking
      Single
      Continuous
      Touch
      Face Detection
      Live View
      Lens ServoSingle-Servo AF, Continuous-Servo AF, Manual Focus,Automatic, Continuous-Servo AF, Direct Manual Focus, Manual Focus, Single-Servo AF, Touch AF & Shutter
      AF Detection Range-1 to +19 EV-3 to +20 EV
      Number of Focus Points11759
      Number of Cross-type Focus Points1
      Touch-to-Focus
      Live View Autofocus
      Animal Eye Detection
      Vehicle Tracking Mode
      Insect Tracking Mode
      Contrast Detection for Autofocus
      Phase Detection for Autofocus
      Focusing ScreenType B BriteView Clear Matte Mark VII screen
      Optics Nikon D3200 Sony FX30
      Lens MountNikon FSony E
      Crop Factor1.5x1.5x
      Image Stabilization5-Axis Sensor Shift
      Image Stabilization Compensation5.5 stops
      Digital Image Stabilization
      Reflex MirrorQuick-return type
      Lens Breathing Correction
      Gyroscopic Stabilization
      Screen Nikon D3200 Sony FX30
      Screen TypeFixedFully Articulated
      Screen TechnologyTFT LCD with 160° viewing angleArticulating
      Touch Screen
      Selfie & Vlogger Friendly LCD Screen
      Screen Size3.0"3.0"
      Screen Resolution921k dot2,360k dot
      Top LCD Screen
      Live View
      Live Composition
      Viewfinder Nikon D3200 Sony FX30
      ViewfinderOptical (pentamirror)
      Viewfinder Coverage95%
      Viewfinder Magnification0.80x
      Viewfinder Magnification (35mm equivalent)0.53x
      Diopter Adjustment-1.7 to +0.5
      Shutter Nikon D3200 Sony FX30
      Shutter TypeElectronically controlled vertical-travel focal-planeElectronic Rolling
      Min Shutter Speed30 sec30 sec
      Max Shutter Speed (Mechanical or 1st Curtain)1/4000 sec1/8000 sec
      Max Shutter Speed (Electronic)1/8000 sec
      Max Continuous Shooting4.0 fps10.0 fps
      Mirror Lock Up for image sensor cleaning
      Flash Nikon D3200 Sony FX30
      Built-in Flash
      Flash ModesAuto
      Red-Eye
      Slow
      Red-Eye Slow
      Rear curtain
      Flash Range12.00 m at ISO 100
      Max Flash Sync Speed1/200 sec
      Flash Compensation-3 to +1 EV (1/3 EV Steps)
      External Flash Connectivity
      External Flash SystemTTL: i-TTL flash control using 420-pixel RGB sensor is available with built-in flash and SB-910, SB-900, SB-800, SB-700, SB-600, or SB-400; i-TTL balanced fill-flash for digital SLR is used with matrix and center-weighted
      External Flash ConnectionHot Shoe
      Exposure Nikon D3200 Sony FX30
      Exposure Metering ModesMulti
      Center-weighted
      Spot AF-area
      Multi
      Center-weighted
      Highlight-weighted
      Average
      Spot
      Partial
      Metering Range0 to +20 EV
      Exposure Compensation±5 EV (1/3 EV increments)(1/3 EV increments)
      Exposure Bracketing
      Exposure LockLuminosity locked at detected value with AE-L/AF-L button
      DXO Nikon D3200 Sony FX30
      DxO Low Light ISO1131
      DxO Color Depth24.1
      DxO Dynamic Range13.2
      DxO Overall Score81
      Video Nikon D3200 Sony FX30
      Movie File FormatMOV
      Internal Recording ModesXAVC HS 4:2:2 10-Bit
      4K UHD: 3840 x 2160 @ 1/2/3/4/6/8/12/15/23.98/25/29.97/50/59.94/100/119.88 fps
      XAVC S-I 4:2:2 10-Bit
      4K UHD: 3840 x 2160 @ 1/2/4/8/15/23.98/25/29.97/50/59.94/100/119.88 fps
      Full HD: 1920 x 1080p from 1 to 1/2/3/4/6/8/12/15/23.98/25/29.97/50/59.94/100/119.88/200/240 fps
      XAVC S
      4K UHD: 3840 x 2160 up to 1/2/3/4/6/8/12/15/23.98/25/29.97/50/59.94/100/119.88 fps
      Full HD: 1920 x 1080p up to 1/2/3/4/6/8/12/15/23.98/25/29.97/50/59.94/100/119.88/200/240 fps
      XAVC Proxy
      Full HD: 1920 x 1080
      HD: 1280 x 720
      Video FormatsMPEG-4, H.264XAVC S, XAVC HS, XAVC S-I, H.264, H.265
      Max Video Resolution1920 x 10803840 x 2160
      10-bit 4:2:2 Color
      External Recording Modes4:2:2 10-Bit via HDMI
      UHD 4K (3840 x 2160) @ 23.98/25/29.97/50/59.94 fps
      ProResRAW 16-Bit via HDMI
      4672 x 2628 @ 23.98/25/29.97/50/59.94 fps
      Webcam Functionality
      Tally/Front Recording Light
      Gamma CurveHDR-HLG, S Cinetone, Sony S-Log 3
      Unlimited Video Recording
      Recording Limit13 hours
      Terminals Nikon D3200 Sony FX30
      Audio I/O1 x 1/8" / 3.5 mm TRS Stereo Microphone Input on Camera Body
      1 x 1/8" / 3.5 mm TRS Stereo Headphone Output on Camera Body
      Power I/O1 x USB-C Input
      Other I/O1 x Sony Multi/Micro-USB (Timecode)
      1 x USB-C (USB 3.2 / 3.1 Gen 2)
      USB SpeedUSB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec)USB 3.2 Gen 1x1 (5 GBit/sec)
      HDMI Output Mini Type C Full Size
      SpeakerMonoMono
      Built-in MicrophoneMonoStereo
      Microphone Input
      Headphone Output
      Flash Sync Port
      Connectivity Nikon D3200 Sony FX30
      Built-in GPS
      Built-In Wi-Fi via optional WU-1a Wireless Mobile Adapter
      Wi-Fi VersionWi-Fi 5, 802.11ac/b/g/n, 2.4/5 GHz
      Built-In Bluetooth
      Bluetooth Version5
      Mobile App Compatible: Android & iOS
      App Name: Imaging Edge Mobile
      Functionality: Adjust Settings, Remote Control
      *As of January, 2023: Check with manufacturer for the most up-to-date compatibility
      Remote Control Optional
      Environmental Nikon D3200 Sony FX30
      Environmental Sealing
      Operating Temperature32 to 104°F / 0 to 40°C
      Storage Temperature-4 to 140°F / -20 to 60°C
      Physical Nikon D3200 Sony FX30
      Dimensions125 x 96 x 77 mm (4.92 x 3.78 x 3.03")130 x 78 x 85 mm (5.11 x 3.06 x 3.33")
      Weight (inc. batteries)505 g (1.11 lb / 17.81 oz)646 g (1.42 lb / 22.79 oz)
      Box Dimensions (LxWxH)12.9 x 6.7 x 5.3"9.6 x 6.1 x 5.3"
      Package Weight3.1 lb2.3 lb
      Power and Storage Nikon D3200 Sony FX30
      Battery PackEN-EL14NP-FZ100
      Battery Life540 shots570 shots
      USB Charging
      Internal Storage
      External StorageSingle Slot: SD/SDHC/SDXC (UHS-I)Dual Slot: CFexpress Type A / SD
      Other Nikon D3200 Sony FX30
      Self Timer
      Orientation Sensor
      Tripod Mounting Thread1 x 1/4"-20 Female (Bottom)
      Accessory Mount1 x Intelligent Hot Shoe on Camera Body
      5 x 1/4"-20 Female on Camera Body
      Material of ConstructionMagnesium Alloy
      Electronic Level Gauge
      Sensor Cleaning/Dust Reduction SystemImage sensor cleaning


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