Canon 10D vs Canon 1100D
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Canon 10D vs Canon 1100D Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 6MP - APS-C Sensor
- 1.8" Fixed Display
- ISO 100 - 1600 (Raise to 3200)
- No Video
- Canon EF Mount
- 875g - 150 x 107 x 75mm
- Announced March 2003
- Later Model is Canon 20D
(Full Review)
- 12MP - APS-C Sensor
- 2.7" Fixed Display
- ISO 100 - 6400
- 1280 x 720 video
- Canon EF/EF-S Mount
- 495g - 130 x 100 x 78mm
- Introduced April 2011
- Also referred to as EOS Rebel T3 / EOS Kiss X50
- Replaced the Canon 1000D
- New Model is Canon 1200D

Canon 10D vs Canon 1100D Overview
On this page, we are contrasting the Canon 10D versus Canon 1100D, one is a Advanced DSLR and the other is a Entry-Level DSLR and both are manufactured by Canon. There exists a significant gap among the sensor resolutions of the 10D (6MP) and 1100D (12MP) but both cameras boast the same sensor dimensions (APS-C).

The 10D was brought out 9 years earlier than the 1100D which is a fairly sizable gap as far as camera technology is concerned. Both of the cameras have different body design with the Canon 10D being a Mid-size SLR camera and the Canon 1100D being a Compact SLR camera.
Before diving into a in-depth comparison, here is a brief view of how the 10D grades vs the 1100D in relation to portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

Canon 10D vs Canon 1100D Gallery
Here is a sample of the gallery pics for Canon EOS 10D and Canon EOS 1100D. The entire galleries are available at Canon 10D Gallery and Canon 1100D Gallery.
Reasons to pick Canon 10D over the Canon 1100D
10D | 1100D |
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Reasons to pick Canon 1100D over the Canon 10D
1100D | 10D | |||
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Introduced | April 2011 | ![]() | March 2003 | More modern by 97 months |
Display dimensions | 2.7" | ![]() | 1.8" | Larger display (+0.9") |
Display resolution | 230k | ![]() | 118k | Clearer display (+112k dot) |
Common features in the Canon 10D and Canon 1100D
10D | 1100D | |||
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Focus manually | ![]() | More precise focusing | ||
Display type | Fixed | ![]() | Fixed | Fixed display |
Selfie screen | ![]() | Absent selfie screen | ||
Touch friendly display | ![]() | Absent Touch friendly display |
Canon 10D vs Canon 1100D Physical Comparison
If you are intending to carry around your camera regularly, you will need to factor in its weight and measurements. The Canon 10D has got physical measurements of 150mm x 107mm x 75mm (5.9" x 4.2" x 3.0") accompanied by a weight of 875 grams (1.93 lbs) while the Canon 1100D has proportions of 130mm x 100mm x 78mm (5.1" x 3.9" x 3.1") with a weight of 495 grams (1.09 lbs).
Look at the Canon 10D versus Canon 1100D in the latest Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.
Remember that, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change based on the lens you have during that time. Following is a front view measurement comparison of the 10D against the 1100D.

Taking into account dimensions and weight, the portability score of the 10D and 1100D is 56 and 67 respectively.

Canon 10D vs Canon 1100D Sensor Comparison
Typically, it's tough to picture the gap in sensor sizes only by researching specs. The image underneath will offer you a better sense of the sensor sizing in the 10D and 1100D.
All in all, both of these cameras have the same sensor dimensions but different MP. You should expect to see the Canon 1100D to render greater detail having its extra 6 Megapixels. Greater resolution can also allow you to crop pics a bit more aggressively. The more aged 10D will be disadvantaged in sensor tech.

Canon 10D vs Canon 1100D Screen and ViewFinder


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Canon 10D vs Canon 1100D Specifications
Canon EOS 10D | Canon EOS 1100D | |
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General Information | ||
Brand | Canon | Canon |
Model | Canon EOS 10D | Canon EOS 1100D |
Also called | - | EOS Rebel T3 / EOS Kiss X50 |
Class | Advanced DSLR | Entry-Level DSLR |
Announced | 2003-03-31 | 2011-04-13 |
Body design | Mid-size SLR | Compact SLR |
Sensor Information | ||
Processor Chip | - | Digic 4 |
Sensor type | CMOS | CMOS |
Sensor size | APS-C | APS-C |
Sensor dimensions | 22.7 x 15.1mm | 22.2 x 14.8mm |
Sensor surface area | 342.8mm² | 328.6mm² |
Sensor resolution | 6 megapixels | 12 megapixels |
Anti aliasing filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 3:2 | 3:2 |
Max resolution | 3072 x 2048 | 4272 x 2848 |
Max native ISO | 1600 | 6400 |
Max enhanced ISO | 3200 | - |
Min native ISO | 100 | 100 |
RAW data | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Focus manually | ||
Touch to focus | ||
Continuous autofocus | ||
Single autofocus | ||
Tracking autofocus | ||
Autofocus selectice | ||
Center weighted autofocus | ||
Autofocus multi area | ||
Live view autofocus | ||
Face detect autofocus | ||
Contract detect autofocus | ||
Phase detect autofocus | ||
Number of focus points | 7 | 9 |
Cross focus points | - | 1 |
Lens | ||
Lens mounting type | Canon EF | Canon EF/EF-S |
Total lenses | 250 | 326 |
Crop factor | 1.6 | 1.6 |
Screen | ||
Range of display | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Display diagonal | 1.8 inches | 2.7 inches |
Display resolution | 118k dot | 230k dot |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch operation | ||
Display technology | - | TFT color LCD, liquid-crystal monitor |
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder type | Optical (pentaprism) | Optical (pentamirror) |
Viewfinder coverage | 95 percent | 95 percent |
Viewfinder magnification | 0.55x | 0.5x |
Features | ||
Minimum shutter speed | 30 seconds | 30 seconds |
Fastest shutter speed | 1/4000 seconds | 1/4000 seconds |
Continuous shutter speed | 3.0fps | 3.0fps |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Expose Manually | ||
Exposure compensation | Yes | Yes |
Change white balance | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Built-in flash | ||
Flash range | 12.00 m (ISO 100) | 9.20 m |
Flash options | Auto, On, Red-eye reduction, Off | Auto, On, Off, Red-eye |
External flash | ||
AE bracketing | ||
White balance bracketing | ||
Fastest flash sync | 1/200 seconds | 1/200 seconds |
Exposure | ||
Multisegment | ||
Average | ||
Spot | ||
Partial | ||
AF area | ||
Center weighted | ||
Video features | ||
Video resolutions | - | 1280 x 720 (29.97, 25 fps) |
Max video resolution | None | 1280x720 |
Video file format | - | H.264, Motion JPEG |
Mic input | ||
Headphone input | ||
Connectivity | ||
Wireless | None | Eye-Fi Connected |
Bluetooth | ||
NFC | ||
HDMI | ||
USB | USB 1.0 (1.5 Mbit/sec) | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) |
GPS | None | None |
Physical | ||
Environment seal | ||
Water proof | ||
Dust proof | ||
Shock proof | ||
Crush proof | ||
Freeze proof | ||
Weight | 875 grams (1.93 lb) | 495 grams (1.09 lb) |
Physical dimensions | 150 x 107 x 75mm (5.9" x 4.2" x 3.0") | 130 x 100 x 78mm (5.1" x 3.9" x 3.1") |
DXO scores | ||
DXO Overall score | 57 | 62 |
DXO Color Depth score | 21.1 | 21.9 |
DXO Dynamic range score | 10.9 | 11.0 |
DXO Low light score | 571 | 755 |
Other | ||
Battery life | - | 700 images |
Battery format | - | Battery Pack |
Battery model | - | LP-E10 |
Self timer | Yes (10 sec (2 sec with mirror lock-up)) | Yes (10 sec (2 sec with mirror lock-up)) |
Time lapse feature | ||
Type of storage | Compact Flash (Type I or II) | SD/SDHC/SDXC card |
Storage slots | Single | Single |
Cost at release | $1,900 | $450 |