Canon 1000D vs Canon 300D

Below is a extensive assessment of the Canon 1000D vs Canon 300D, both Entry-Level DSLR digital cameras and both of them are manufactured by Canon. There exists a big gap between the sensor resolutions of the 1000D (10MP) and 300D (6MP) but both cameras provide the same sensor size (APS-C).

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The 1000D was launched 4 years later than the 300D and that is quite a big gap as far as technology is concerned. Each of the cameras have the same body design (Compact SLR).

Before diving right into a more detailed comparison, here is a quick synopsis of how the 1000D scores versus the 300D when considering portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.

Following is a preview of the gallery images for Canon EOS 1000D and Canon EOS 300D. The complete galleries are viewable at Canon 1000D Gallery and Canon 300D Gallery.

For those who are going to lug around your camera, you will want to factor its weight and dimensions. The Canon 1000D enjoys outside dimensions of 126mm x 98mm x 65mm (5.0" x 3.9" x 2.6") and a weight of 502 grams (1.11 lbs) whilst the Canon 300D has dimensions of 142mm x 99mm x 72mm (5.6" x 3.9" x 2.8") along with a weight of 645 grams (1.42 lbs).

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Always remember, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change based on the lens you are employing at the time. Underneath is a front view overall size comparison of the 1000D vs the 300D.

Looking at dimensions and weight, the portability score of the 1000D and 300D is 70 and 63 respectively.

Sometimes, its tough to picture the gap between sensor measurements merely by looking at technical specs. The visual here might offer you a much better sense of the sensor dimensions in the 1000D and 300D.

As you have seen, both of these cameras provide the same sensor dimensions albeit different megapixels. You should expect the Canon 1000D to resolve more detail utilizing its extra 4MP. Higher resolution will also allow you to crop shots more aggressively. The newer 1000D should have a benefit with regard to sensor tech.