Canon 10D vs Nikon D700

On this page, we will be contrasting the Canon 10D versus Nikon D700, both Advanced DSLR digital cameras by brands Canon and Nikon. There is a large difference between the resolutions of the 10D (6MP) and D700 (12MP) and the 10D (APS-C) and D700 (Full frame) boast totally different sensor dimensions.

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The 10D was launched 6 years earlier than the D700 which is quite a serious difference as far as tech is concerned. Both cameras have the same body design (Mid-size SLR).

Before diving straight to a detailed comparison, here is a quick overview of how the 10D grades against the D700 in the way of portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

Here is a preview of the gallery photos for Canon EOS 10D & Nikon D700. The complete galleries are viewable at Canon 10D Gallery & Nikon D700 Gallery.

For anybody who is going to travel with your camera often, you will have to factor its weight and dimensions. The Canon 10D comes with physical measurements of 150mm x 107mm x 75mm (5.9" x 4.2" x 3.0") having a weight of 875 grams (1.93 lbs) and the Nikon D700 has dimensions of 147mm x 123mm x 77mm (5.8" x 4.8" x 3.0") accompanied by a weight of 1074 grams (2.37 lbs).

Take a look at the Canon 10D versus Nikon D700 in our completely new Camera plus Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Don't forget, the weight of an ILC will differ based on the lens you are using at the time. Underneath is a front view physical size comparison of the 10D versus the D700.

Using size and weight, the portability rating of the 10D and D700 is 56 and 54 respectively.

In many cases, its hard to see the contrast between sensor dimensions purely by reading through specs. The image below will help provide you a more clear sense of the sensor measurements in the 10D and D700.

All in all, the two cameras have different megapixels and different sensor dimensions. The 10D because of its tinier sensor will make shooting shallower depth of field tougher and the Nikon D700 will give you extra detail utilizing its extra 6 Megapixels. Higher resolution will enable you to crop pictures a bit more aggressively. The more aged 10D is going to be disadvantaged with regard to sensor technology.