Canon 10D vs Nikon D7100
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Canon 10D vs Nikon D7100 Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 6MP - APS-C Sensor
- 1.8" Fixed Display
- ISO 100 - 1600 (Push to 3200)
- No Video
- Canon EF Mount
- 875g - 150 x 107 x 75mm
- Announced March 2003
- New Model is Canon 20D
(Full Review)
- 24MP - APS-C Sensor
- 3.2" Fixed Display
- ISO 100 - 6400 (Bump to 25600)
- No Anti-Alias Filter
- 1/8000s Maximum Shutter
- 1920 x 1080 video
- Nikon F Mount
- 765g - 136 x 107 x 76mm
- Announced April 2013
- Superseded the Nikon D7000
- Updated by Nikon D7200

Canon 10D vs Nikon D7100 Overview
The following is a in-depth comparison of the Canon 10D vs Nikon D7100, both Advanced DSLR cameras by brands Canon and Nikon. There is a substantial difference among the resolutions of the 10D (6MP) and D7100 (24MP) but both cameras have the same sensor sizes (APS-C).

The 10D was unveiled 11 years before the D7100 which is a fairly big difference as far as camera tech is concerned. Each of the cameras have the same body design (Mid-size SLR).
Before getting into a step-by-step comparison, here is a short summation of how the 10D grades vs the D7100 in terms of portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

Canon 10D vs Nikon D7100 Gallery
The following is a sample of the gallery pics for Canon EOS 10D & Nikon D7100. The full galleries are provided at Canon 10D Gallery & Nikon D7100 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Canon 10D over the Nikon D7100
10D | D7100 |
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Reasons to pick Nikon D7100 over the Canon 10D
D7100 | 10D | |||
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Announced | April 2013 | ![]() | March 2003 | Newer by 122 months |
Display dimensions | 3.2" | ![]() | 1.8" | Larger display (+1.4") |
Display resolution | 1229k | ![]() | 118k | Crisper display (+1111k dot) |
Common features in the Canon 10D and Nikon D7100
10D | D7100 | |||
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Focus manually | ![]() | Dial precise focus | ||
Display type | Fixed | ![]() | Fixed | Fixed display |
Selfie screen | ![]() | Lacking selfie screen | ||
Touch friendly display | ![]() | Neither contains Touch friendly display |
Canon 10D vs Nikon D7100 Physical Comparison
If you are aiming to travel with your camera regularly, you will have to consider 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 Nikon D7100 has proportions of 136mm x 107mm x 76mm (5.4" x 4.2" x 3.0") and a weight of 765 grams (1.69 lbs).
Look at the Canon 10D vs Nikon D7100 in our brand new Camera plus Lens Size Comparison Tool.
Take into consideration, the weight of an ILC will differ dependant on the lens you choose at that time. Following is a front view dimensions comparison of the 10D versus the D7100.

Looking at size and weight, the portability grade of the 10D and D7100 is 56 and 59 respectively.

Canon 10D vs Nikon D7100 Sensor Comparison
In many cases, it can be hard to see the difference in sensor dimensions simply by researching a spec sheet. The image underneath should offer you a far better sense of the sensor measurements in the 10D and D7100.
As you can see, both of the cameras have the same sensor dimensions but not the same resolution. You can expect to see the Nikon D7100 to render more detail having an extra 18MP. Greater resolution will allow you to crop photos a bit more aggressively. The more aged 10D will be behind when it comes to sensor tech.

Canon 10D vs Nikon D7100 Screen and ViewFinder


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Canon 10D vs Nikon D7100 Specifications
Canon EOS 10D | Nikon D7100 | |
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General Information | ||
Brand | Canon | Nikon |
Model | Canon EOS 10D | Nikon D7100 |
Type | Advanced DSLR | Advanced DSLR |
Announced | 2003-03-31 | 2013-04-25 |
Body design | 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 | 23.5 x 15.6mm |
Sensor area | 342.8mm² | 366.6mm² |
Sensor resolution | 6 megapixels | 24 megapixels |
Anti aliasing filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 3:2 | 3:2 and 16:9 |
Highest Possible resolution | 3072 x 2048 | 6000 x 4000 |
Maximum native ISO | 1600 | 6400 |
Maximum enhanced ISO | 3200 | 25600 |
Minimum native ISO | 100 | 100 |
RAW format | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Manual focus | ||
Autofocus touch | ||
Continuous autofocus | ||
Single autofocus | ||
Autofocus tracking | ||
Autofocus selectice | ||
Autofocus center weighted | ||
Autofocus multi area | ||
Live view autofocus | ||
Face detect focus | ||
Contract detect focus | ||
Phase detect focus | ||
Number of focus points | 7 | 51 |
Cross focus points | - | 15 |
Lens | ||
Lens mounting type | Canon EF | Nikon F |
Available lenses | 250 | 309 |
Crop factor | 1.6 | 1.5 |
Screen | ||
Range of display | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Display diagonal | 1.8 inch | 3.2 inch |
Resolution of display | 118k dot | 1,229k dot |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch capability | ||
Display technology | - | Wide Viewing Angle TFT-LCD monitor |
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder type | Optical (pentaprism) | Optical (pentaprism) |
Viewfinder coverage | 95 percent | 100 percent |
Viewfinder magnification | 0.55x | 0.63x |
Features | ||
Min shutter speed | 30 seconds | 30 seconds |
Max shutter speed | 1/4000 seconds | 1/8000 seconds |
Continuous shutter speed | 3.0 frames/s | 6.0 frames/s |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Manual exposure | ||
Exposure compensation | Yes | Yes |
Custom white balance | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Built-in flash | ||
Flash range | 12.00 m (ISO 100) | 12.00 m (at ISO 100) |
Flash settings | Auto, On, Red-eye reduction, Off | Auto, On, Off, Red-eye, Slow sync, Rear curtain |
Hot shoe | ||
Auto exposure bracketing | ||
White balance bracketing | ||
Max flash sync | 1/200 seconds | 1/250 seconds |
Exposure | ||
Multisegment | ||
Average | ||
Spot | ||
Partial | ||
AF area | ||
Center weighted | ||
Video features | ||
Video resolutions | - | 1920 x 1080 (60, 50, 25, 24 fps), 1280 x 720 (60, 50 fps), 640 x 424 (30, 24 fps) |
Maximum video resolution | None | 1920x1080 |
Video format | - | MPEG-4, H.264 |
Mic input | ||
Headphone input | ||
Connectivity | ||
Wireless | None | Optional |
Bluetooth | ||
NFC | ||
HDMI | ||
USB | USB 1.0 (1.5 Mbit/sec) | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) |
GPS | None | Optional |
Physical | ||
Environment seal | ||
Water proof | ||
Dust proof | ||
Shock proof | ||
Crush proof | ||
Freeze proof | ||
Weight | 875 grams (1.93 lbs) | 765 grams (1.69 lbs) |
Physical dimensions | 150 x 107 x 75mm (5.9" x 4.2" x 3.0") | 136 x 107 x 76mm (5.4" x 4.2" x 3.0") |
DXO scores | ||
DXO Overall score | 57 | 83 |
DXO Color Depth score | 21.1 | 24.2 |
DXO Dynamic range score | 10.9 | 13.7 |
DXO Low light score | 571 | 1256 |
Other | ||
Battery life | - | 950 photos |
Battery format | - | Battery Pack |
Battery model | - | EN-EL15 |
Self timer | Yes (10 sec (2 sec with mirror lock-up)) | Yes (2 or 10 seconds) |
Time lapse shooting | ||
Type of storage | Compact Flash (Type I or II) | SD/SDHC/SDXC x 2 slots |
Storage slots | One | Dual |
Retail price | $1,900 | $800 |