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Canon 10D vs Nikon D50

Portability
56
Imaging
43
Features
36
Overall
40
Canon EOS 10D front
 
Nikon D50 front
Portability
64
Imaging
44
Features
39
Overall
42

Canon 10D vs Nikon D50 Key Specs

Canon 10D
(Full Review)
  • 6MP - APS-C Sensor
  • 1.8" Fixed Screen
  • ISO 100 - 1600 (Boost to 3200)
  • No Video
  • Canon EF Mount
  • 875g - 150 x 107 x 75mm
  • Revealed March 2003
  • New Model is Canon 20D
Nikon D50
(Full Review)
  • 6MP - APS-C Sensor
  • 2" Fixed Screen
  • ISO 200 - 1600
  • No Video
  • Nikon F Mount
  • 620g - 133 x 102 x 76mm
  • Introduced July 2005
  • Refreshed by Nikon D40X
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Canon 10D vs Nikon D50 Overview

In this write-up, we will be analyzing the Canon 10D vs Nikon D50, both Advanced DSLR digital cameras by companies Canon and Nikon. The image resolution of the 10D (6MP) and the D50 (6MP) is relatively similar and they possess the same exact sensor dimensions (APS-C).

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The 10D was brought out 3 years prior to the D50 which is quite a significant difference as far as tech is concerned. Both the cameras offer the identical body type (Mid-size SLR).

Before diving straight into a full comparison, below is a quick view of how the 10D scores versus the D50 in regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

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Reasons to pick Canon 10D over the Nikon D50

 10D D50 

Reasons to pick Nikon D50 over the Canon 10D

 D50 10D 
IntroducedJuly 2005March 2003Newer by 28 months
Screen sizing2"1.8"Bigger screen (+0.2")
Screen resolution130k118kClearer screen (+12k dot)

Common features in the Canon 10D and Nikon D50

 10D D50 
Focus manually Dial precise focusing
Screen typeFixed Fixed Fixed screen
Selfie screen Neither includes selfie screen
Touch friendly screen No Touch friendly screen

Canon 10D vs Nikon D50 Physical Comparison

For anyone who is intending to travel with your camera frequently, you are going to need to factor in its weight and measurements. The Canon 10D features outer dimensions of 150mm x 107mm x 75mm (5.9" x 4.2" x 3.0") and a weight of 875 grams (1.93 lbs) whilst the Nikon D50 has proportions of 133mm x 102mm x 76mm (5.2" x 4.0" x 3.0") accompanied by a weight of 620 grams (1.37 lbs).

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Do not forget, the weight of an ILC will vary depending on the lens you are employing during that time. The following is the front view measurements comparison of the 10D against the D50.

Canon 10D vs Nikon D50 size comparison

Taking into consideration size and weight, the portability grade of the 10D and D50 is 56 and 64 respectively.

Canon 10D vs Nikon D50 top view buttons comparison

Canon 10D vs Nikon D50 Sensor Comparison

In many cases, it can be difficult to visualise the difference between sensor dimensions only by going over a spec sheet. The image below might give you a greater sense of the sensor dimensions in the 10D and D50.

As you can see, each of these cameras offer the same exact sensor sizing and the exact same resolution so you can expect similar quality of files however you should factor the age of the products into consideration. The more aged 10D is going to be disadvantaged in sensor technology.

Canon 10D vs Nikon D50 sensor size comparison

Canon 10D vs Nikon D50 Screen and ViewFinder

Canon 10D vs Nikon D50 Screen and Viewfinder comparison
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Photography Type Scores

Portrait Comparison

Portrait photography with Canon 10D
Portrait photography with Nikon D50
49
focusing manually
good sensor size (APS-C)
exports RAW files
no liveview
sensor resolution low (6MP)
53
has manual focus
high flash sync (1/500 seconds)
sensor size is decent (APS-C)
exports RAW formats
doesn't have liveview
sensor resolution low (6MP)
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Street Comparison

Canon 10D Street photography info
Nikon D50 Street photography info
51
good sensor size (APS-C)
exports RAW files
no moving screen
does not have image stabilization
58
sensor size is decent (APS-C)
exports RAW formats
lighter than competitors in class (620g)
no articulating screen
lack of image stabilization
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Sports Comparison

Canon 10D Sports photography features
Nikon D50 Sports photography features
38
good sensor size (APS-C)
supports phase detect auto focus
no liveview
very slow continuous shooting (3.0 fps)
does not have image stabilization
sensor resolution low (6 megapixels)
38
sensor size is decent (APS-C)
comes with phase detect auto focus
doesn't have liveview
slow fps (3.0 fps)
lack of image stabilization
sensor resolution low (6MP)
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Travel Comparison

Canon 10D Travel photography information
Nikon D50 Travel photography information
41
built-in flash
does not have Time Lapse recording
sensor resolution low (6MP)
screen isn't selfie friendly
50
lighter than competitors in class (620 grams)
flash built-in
missing Time Lapse recording
sensor resolution low (6MP)
doesn't contain selfie friendly screen
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Landscape Comparison

Canon 10D as a Landscape photography camera
Nikon D50 as a Landscape photography camera
45
focusing manually
change lenses (Canon EF mount)
good sensor size (APS-C)
exports RAW files
tiny screen (1.8 inches)
no liveview
does not have image stabilization
sensor resolution low (6MP)
does not have Time Lapse recording
46
has manual focus
change lenses (Nikon F mount)
sensor size is decent (APS-C)
exports RAW formats
small screen (2")
doesn't have liveview
lack of image stabilization
sensor resolution low (6MP)
missing Time Lapse recording
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Vlogging Comparison

Canon 10D Vlogging highlights
Nikon D50 Vlogging highlights
9
no video shooting
9
can't shoot video
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Canon 10D vs Nikon D50 Specifications

Detailed spec comparison table for Canon 10D and Nikon D50
 Canon EOS 10DNikon D50
General Information
Brand Name Canon Nikon
Model type Canon EOS 10D Nikon D50
Class Advanced DSLR Advanced DSLR
Revealed 2003-03-31 2005-07-23
Body design Mid-size SLR Mid-size SLR
Sensor Information
Sensor type CMOS CCD
Sensor size APS-C APS-C
Sensor dimensions 22.7 x 15.1mm 23.7 x 15.5mm
Sensor surface area 342.8mm² 367.4mm²
Sensor resolution 6MP 6MP
Anti alias filter
Aspect ratio 3:2 3:2
Maximum resolution 3072 x 2048 3008 x 2000
Maximum native ISO 1600 1600
Maximum boosted ISO 3200 -
Minimum native ISO 100 200
RAW support
Autofocusing
Focus manually
Touch to focus
Continuous AF
AF single
AF tracking
AF selectice
AF center weighted
AF multi area
Live view AF
Face detection AF
Contract detection AF
Phase detection AF
Total focus points 7 -
Lens
Lens mount type Canon EF Nikon F
Amount of lenses 250 309
Focal length multiplier 1.6 1.5
Screen
Screen type Fixed Type Fixed Type
Screen size 1.8 inches 2 inches
Screen resolution 118 thousand dot 130 thousand dot
Selfie friendly
Liveview
Touch functionality
Viewfinder Information
Viewfinder type Optical (pentaprism) Optical (pentamirror)
Viewfinder coverage 95% 95%
Viewfinder magnification 0.55x 0.5x
Features
Lowest shutter speed 30s 30s
Highest shutter speed 1/4000s 1/4000s
Continuous shooting speed 3.0 frames/s 3.0 frames/s
Shutter priority
Aperture priority
Expose Manually
Exposure compensation Yes Yes
Change WB
Image stabilization
Built-in flash
Flash distance 12.00 m (ISO 100) 11.00 m
Flash settings Auto, On, Red-eye reduction, Off Front curtain, Rear curtain, Red-Eye, Slow, Red-Eye Slow
External flash
Auto exposure bracketing
White balance bracketing
Highest flash sync 1/200s 1/500s
Exposure
Multisegment metering
Average metering
Spot metering
Partial metering
AF area metering
Center weighted metering
Video features
Maximum video resolution None None
Mic jack
Headphone jack
Connectivity
Wireless None None
Bluetooth
NFC
HDMI
USB USB 1.0 (1.5 Mbit/sec) USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec)
GPS None None
Physical
Environmental seal
Water proofing
Dust proofing
Shock proofing
Crush proofing
Freeze proofing
Weight 875 grams (1.93 pounds) 620 grams (1.37 pounds)
Dimensions 150 x 107 x 75mm (5.9" x 4.2" x 3.0") 133 x 102 x 76mm (5.2" x 4.0" x 3.0")
DXO scores
DXO All around rating 57 55
DXO Color Depth rating 21.1 20.9
DXO Dynamic range rating 10.9 10.8
DXO Low light rating 571 560
Other
Battery ID - EN-EL3
Self timer Yes (10 sec (2 sec with mirror lock-up)) Yes (2 to 20 sec)
Time lapse feature
Type of storage Compact Flash (Type I or II) SD card
Storage slots One One
Pricing at launch $1,900 $499