Canon 1100D vs Canon 400D
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Canon 1100D vs Canon 400D Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 12MP - APS-C Sensor
- 2.7" Fixed Screen
- ISO 100 - 6400
- 1280 x 720 video
- Canon EF/EF-S Mount
- 495g - 130 x 100 x 78mm
- Launched April 2011
- Other Name is EOS Rebel T3 / EOS Kiss X50
- Earlier Model is Canon 1000D
- Refreshed by Canon 1200D
(Full Review)
- 10MP - APS-C Sensor
- 2.5" Fixed Screen
- ISO 100 - 1600
- No Video
- Canon EF/EF-S Mount
- 556g - 127 x 94 x 65mm
- Announced October 2006
- Also Known as EOS Digital Rebel XTi / EOS Kiss Digital X
- Replaced the Canon 350D
- Successor is Canon 450D

Canon 1100D vs Canon 400D Overview
On this page, we will be matching up the Canon 1100D and Canon 400D, both Entry-Level DSLR digital cameras and both are offered by Canon. The resolution of the 1100D (12MP) and the 400D (10MP) is pretty similar and both cameras posses the same sensor sizing (APS-C).

The 1100D was announced 4 years later than the 400D and that is quite a big gap as far as tech is concerned. Each of these cameras have the same body design (Compact SLR).
Before delving into a thorough comparison, here is a concise introduction of how the 1100D grades against the 400D in regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.

Canon 1100D vs Canon 400D Gallery
Here is a preview of the gallery images for Canon EOS 1100D and Canon EOS 400D. The whole galleries are provided at Canon 1100D Gallery and Canon 400D Gallery.
Reasons to pick Canon 1100D over the Canon 400D
1100D | 400D | |||
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Announced | April 2011 | ![]() | October 2006 | More recent by 55 months |
Screen dimensions | 2.7" | ![]() | 2.5" | Bigger screen (+0.2") |
Reasons to pick Canon 400D over the Canon 1100D
400D | 1100D |
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Common features in the Canon 1100D and Canon 400D
1100D | 400D | |||
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Manual focus | ![]() | Dial precise focus | ||
Screen type | Fixed | ![]() | Fixed | Fixed screen |
Screen resolution | 230k | ![]() | 230k | Equal screen resolution |
Selfie screen | ![]() | Lack of selfie screen | ||
Touch screen | ![]() | Lack of Touch screen |
Canon 1100D vs Canon 400D Physical Comparison
If you're looking to lug around your camera, you will have to factor its weight and volume. The Canon 1100D has physical measurements of 130mm x 100mm x 78mm (5.1" x 3.9" x 3.1") along with a weight of 495 grams (1.09 lbs) whilst the Canon 400D has sizing of 127mm x 94mm x 65mm (5.0" x 3.7" x 2.6") along with a weight of 556 grams (1.23 lbs).
See the Canon 1100D and Canon 400D in the all new Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.
Keep in mind, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary based on the lens you are working with during that time. Following is a front view dimension comparison of the 1100D versus the 400D.

Looking at size and weight, the portability score of the 1100D and 400D is 67 and 69 respectively.

Canon 1100D vs Canon 400D Sensor Comparison
In many cases, its tough to imagine the difference between sensor measurements just by reading technical specs. The graphic underneath will help offer you a much better sense of the sensor measurements in the 1100D and 400D.
As you can tell, both of these cameras have the same sensor dimensions albeit different megapixels. You should expect the Canon 1100D to deliver greater detail with its extra 2MP. Higher resolution can also enable you to crop shots a bit more aggressively. The more recent 1100D provides an advantage when it comes to sensor technology.

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Canon 1100D vs Canon 400D Specifications
Canon EOS 1100D | Canon EOS 400D | |
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General Information | ||
Manufacturer | Canon | Canon |
Model type | Canon EOS 1100D | Canon EOS 400D |
Also called | EOS Rebel T3 / EOS Kiss X50 | EOS Digital Rebel XTi / EOS Kiss Digital X |
Class | Entry-Level DSLR | Entry-Level DSLR |
Launched | 2011-04-13 | 2006-10-14 |
Physical type | Compact SLR | Compact SLR |
Sensor Information | ||
Processor Chip | Digic 4 | - |
Sensor type | CMOS | CMOS |
Sensor size | APS-C | APS-C |
Sensor dimensions | 22.2 x 14.8mm | 22.2 x 14.8mm |
Sensor surface area | 328.6mm² | 328.6mm² |
Sensor resolution | 12 megapixels | 10 megapixels |
Anti alias filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 3:2 | 3:2 |
Full resolution | 4272 x 2848 | 3888 x 2592 |
Max native ISO | 6400 | 1600 |
Minimum native ISO | 100 | 100 |
RAW format | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Manual focusing | ||
AF touch | ||
Continuous AF | ||
Single AF | ||
Tracking AF | ||
AF selectice | ||
Center weighted AF | ||
AF multi area | ||
Live view AF | ||
Face detection focusing | ||
Contract detection focusing | ||
Phase detection focusing | ||
Total focus points | 9 | 9 |
Cross type focus points | 1 | - |
Lens | ||
Lens mount type | Canon EF/EF-S | Canon EF/EF-S |
Total lenses | 326 | 326 |
Crop factor | 1.6 | 1.6 |
Screen | ||
Type of screen | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Screen sizing | 2.7 inch | 2.5 inch |
Screen resolution | 230k dots | 230k dots |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch operation | ||
Screen technology | TFT color LCD, liquid-crystal monitor | - |
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder type | Optical (pentamirror) | Optical (pentamirror) |
Viewfinder coverage | 95 percent | 95 percent |
Viewfinder magnification | 0.5x | 0.5x |
Features | ||
Slowest shutter speed | 30s | 30s |
Maximum shutter speed | 1/4000s | 1/4000s |
Continuous shooting rate | 3.0 frames per sec | 3.0 frames per sec |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Manual mode | ||
Exposure compensation | Yes | Yes |
Set WB | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Built-in flash | ||
Flash distance | 9.20 m | 12.00 m (ISO 100) |
Flash modes | Auto, On, Off, Red-eye | Auto, On, Red-eye reduction, Off |
Hot shoe | ||
AE bracketing | ||
White balance bracketing | ||
Maximum flash synchronize | 1/200s | 1/200s |
Exposure | ||
Multisegment | ||
Average | ||
Spot | ||
Partial | ||
AF area | ||
Center weighted | ||
Video features | ||
Supported video resolutions | 1280 x 720 (29.97, 25 fps) | - |
Max video resolution | 1280x720 | None |
Video data format | H.264, Motion JPEG | - |
Mic support | ||
Headphone support | ||
Connectivity | ||
Wireless | Eye-Fi Connected | None |
Bluetooth | ||
NFC | ||
HDMI | ||
USB | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) |
GPS | None | None |
Physical | ||
Environment sealing | ||
Water proofing | ||
Dust proofing | ||
Shock proofing | ||
Crush proofing | ||
Freeze proofing | ||
Weight | 495g (1.09 pounds) | 556g (1.23 pounds) |
Physical dimensions | 130 x 100 x 78mm (5.1" x 3.9" x 3.1") | 127 x 94 x 65mm (5.0" x 3.7" x 2.6") |
DXO scores | ||
DXO All around rating | 62 | 62 |
DXO Color Depth rating | 21.9 | 22.1 |
DXO Dynamic range rating | 11.0 | 11.0 |
DXO Low light rating | 755 | 664 |
Other | ||
Battery life | 700 pictures | - |
Style of battery | Battery Pack | - |
Battery ID | LP-E10 | - |
Self timer | Yes (10 sec (2 sec with mirror lock-up)) | Yes (10 sec (2 sec with mirror lock-up)) |
Time lapse recording | ||
Storage type | SD/SDHC/SDXC card | Compact Flash (Type I or II) |
Card slots | One | One |
Price at launch | $450 | $600 |