Nikon D40X vs Sony A500
Prices & availability
Specification comparison
Highlighted rows differ between the two models.
| Specification | Nikon D40X | Sony A500 |
|---|---|---|
| Type | ||
| Type | DSLR | DSLR |
| Sensor | ||
| Sensor format | APS-C | APS-C |
| Resolution (MP) (difference) | 10 MP | 12 MP |
| Mount | ||
| Mount (difference) | Nikon F | Sony A |
| Performance | ||
| Burst (difference) | 3.0 fps | 5.0 fps |
| IBIS (difference) | No | Yes |
| Build | ||
| Weight (g) (difference) | — | 269 g |
| Release year (difference) | 2007 | 2009 |
| Price (€) (difference) | €700 | €800 |
Verdict
Pick the Sony A500 if you need faster continuous shooting (5 fps) and in-body stabilization, or if the extra 2.1 MP resolution matters for your prints. The Nikon D40X stays the better choice if you prefer the lowest price (73 EUR) and don’t need stabilization or the higher burst rate.