Canon 10D vs Canon D30
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Canon 10D vs Canon D30 Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 6MP - APS-C Sensor
- 1.8" Fixed Screen
- ISO 100 - 1600 (Increase to 3200)
- No Video
- Canon EF Mount
- 875g - 150 x 107 x 75mm
- Announced March 2003
- Replacement is Canon 20D
(Full Review)
- 3MP - APS-C Sensor
- 1.8" Fixed Display
- ISO 100 - 1600
- No Video
- Canon EF Mount
- 855g - 150 x 107 x 75mm
- Released October 2000

Canon 10D vs Canon D30 Overview
Below, we are reviewing the Canon 10D versus Canon D30, both Advanced DSLR cameras and they are both sold by Canon. There exists a significant gap among the sensor resolutions of the 10D (6MP) and D30 (3MP) but they come with the exact same sensor dimensions (APS-C).

The 10D was revealed 2 years later than the D30 and that is a fairly sizable gap as far as camera technology is concerned. Both cameras come with the identical body type (Mid-size SLR).
Before we go through a more detailed comparison, below is a brief overview of how the 10D scores against the D30 when it comes to portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

Canon 10D vs Canon D30 Gallery
Following is a sample of the gallery pics for Canon EOS 10D and Canon EOS D30. The full galleries are available at Canon 10D Gallery and Canon D30 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Canon 10D over the Canon D30
10D | D30 | |||
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Released | March 2003 | ![]() | October 2000 | Fresher by 31 months |
Reasons to pick Canon D30 over the Canon 10D
D30 | 10D | |||
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Display resolution | 120k | ![]() | 118k | Sharper display (+2k dot) |
Common features in the Canon 10D and Canon D30
10D | D30 | |||
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Manually focus | ![]() | Very exact focus | ||
Display type | Fixed | ![]() | Fixed | Fixed display |
Display dimension | 1.8" | ![]() | 1.8" | Identical display sizing |
Selfie screen | ![]() | Neither includes selfie screen | ||
Touch display | ![]() | Neither includes Touch display |
Canon 10D vs Canon D30 Physical Comparison
If you're planning to carry your camera regularly, you have to factor its weight and proportions. The Canon 10D features physical dimensions of 150mm x 107mm x 75mm (5.9" x 4.2" x 3.0") and a weight of 875 grams (1.93 lbs) while the Canon D30 has measurements of 150mm x 107mm x 75mm (5.9" x 4.2" x 3.0") accompanied by a weight of 855 grams (1.88 lbs).
Examine the Canon 10D versus Canon D30 in the latest Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.
Take into consideration, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary dependant on the lens you are utilizing at that moment. Below is the front view dimensions comparison of the 10D vs the D30.

Taking into consideration dimensions and weight, the portability rating of the 10D and D30 is 56 and 57 respectively.

Canon 10D vs Canon D30 Sensor Comparison
More often than not, it can be tough to visualise the gap in sensor sizing only by going through technical specs. The photograph underneath may provide you a far better sense of the sensor sizes in the 10D and D30.
As you can tell, each of these cameras have got the exact same sensor measurements but not the same MP. You should expect to see the Canon 10D to provide greater detail because of its extra 3 Megapixels. Greater resolution will also allow you to crop images much more aggressively. The more modern 10D will have a benefit in sensor tech.

Canon 10D vs Canon D30 Screen and ViewFinder


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Canon 10D vs Canon D30 Specifications
Canon EOS 10D | Canon EOS D30 | |
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General Information | ||
Company | Canon | Canon |
Model type | Canon EOS 10D | Canon EOS D30 |
Category | Advanced DSLR | Advanced DSLR |
Announced | 2003-03-31 | 2000-10-10 |
Physical type | Mid-size SLR | Mid-size SLR |
Sensor Information | ||
Sensor type | CMOS | CMOS |
Sensor size | APS-C | APS-C |
Sensor dimensions | 22.7 x 15.1mm | 22.7 x 15.1mm |
Sensor area | 342.8mm² | 342.8mm² |
Sensor resolution | 6 megapixels | 3 megapixels |
Anti alias filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 3:2 | 3:2 |
Max resolution | 3072 x 2048 | 2160 x 1440 |
Max native ISO | 1600 | 1600 |
Max enhanced ISO | 3200 | - |
Min native ISO | 100 | 100 |
RAW support | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Focus manually | ||
Touch to focus | ||
AF continuous | ||
AF single | ||
AF tracking | ||
Selective AF | ||
Center weighted AF | ||
Multi area AF | ||
AF live view | ||
Face detection AF | ||
Contract detection AF | ||
Phase detection AF | ||
Total focus points | 7 | 3 |
Lens | ||
Lens support | Canon EF | Canon EF |
Number of lenses | 250 | 250 |
Focal length multiplier | 1.6 | 1.6 |
Screen | ||
Screen type | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Screen size | 1.8 inches | 1.8 inches |
Resolution of screen | 118 thousand dots | 120 thousand dots |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch function | ||
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder type | Optical (pentaprism) | Optical (pentaprism) |
Viewfinder coverage | 95% | 95% |
Viewfinder magnification | 0.55x | 0.55x |
Features | ||
Minimum shutter speed | 30 seconds | 30 seconds |
Fastest shutter speed | 1/4000 seconds | 1/4000 seconds |
Continuous shutter rate | 3.0 frames/s | 3.0 frames/s |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Manual mode | ||
Exposure compensation | Yes | Yes |
Change WB | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Inbuilt flash | ||
Flash distance | 12.00 m (ISO 100) | 12.00 m (ISO 100) |
Flash options | Auto, On, Red-eye reduction, Off | Auto, On, Red-eye reduction, Off |
External flash | ||
AEB | ||
WB bracketing | ||
Fastest flash synchronize | 1/200 seconds | 1/200 seconds |
Exposure | ||
Multisegment exposure | ||
Average exposure | ||
Spot exposure | ||
Partial exposure | ||
AF area exposure | ||
Center weighted exposure | ||
Video features | ||
Max video resolution | None | None |
Mic support | ||
Headphone support | ||
Connectivity | ||
Wireless | None | None |
Bluetooth | ||
NFC | ||
HDMI | ||
USB | USB 1.0 (1.5 Mbit/sec) | USB 1.0 (1.5 Mbit/sec) |
GPS | None | None |
Physical | ||
Environmental sealing | ||
Water proofing | ||
Dust proofing | ||
Shock proofing | ||
Crush proofing | ||
Freeze proofing | ||
Weight | 875 grams (1.93 lb) | 855 grams (1.88 lb) |
Dimensions | 150 x 107 x 75mm (5.9" x 4.2" x 3.0") | 150 x 107 x 75mm (5.9" x 4.2" x 3.0") |
DXO scores | ||
DXO Overall rating | 57 | not tested |
DXO Color Depth rating | 21.1 | not tested |
DXO Dynamic range rating | 10.9 | not tested |
DXO Low light rating | 571 | not tested |
Other | ||
Self timer | Yes (10 sec (2 sec with mirror lock-up)) | Yes (10 sec) |
Time lapse recording | ||
Type of storage | Compact Flash (Type I or II) | Compact Flash (Type I or II) |
Card slots | Single | Single |
Launch price | $1,900 | $3,500 |