Canon 1100D vs Nikon D40

Let's take a deeper look at the Canon 1100D versus Nikon D40, both Entry-Level DSLR digital cameras by manufacturers Canon and Nikon. There exists a sizable gap between the sensor resolutions of the 1100D (12MP) and D40 (6MP) but both cameras have the identical sensor sizes (APS-C).

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The 1100D was announced 4 years later than the D40 and that is quite a significant difference as far as technology is concerned. Each of the cameras feature the same body design (Compact SLR).

Before delving right into a full comparison, here is a simple summary of how the 1100D grades versus the D40 with regard to portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

The following is a sample of the gallery pics for Canon EOS 1100D & Nikon D40. The whole galleries are viewable at Canon 1100D Gallery & Nikon D40 Gallery.

For anybody who is going to carry your camera frequently, you have to consider its weight and size. The Canon 1100D offers physical dimensions of 130mm x 100mm x 78mm (5.1" x 3.9" x 3.1") with a weight of 495 grams (1.09 lbs) while the Nikon D40 has specifications of 124mm x 94mm x 64mm (4.9" x 3.7" x 2.5") and a weight of 522 grams (1.15 lbs).

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Take into consideration, the weight of an ILC will differ dependant on the lens you are utilising at that moment. Following is a front view size comparison of the 1100D against the D40.

Using dimensions and weight, the portability grade of the 1100D and D40 is 67 and 71 respectively.

Typically, it can be difficult to envision the difference between sensor sizing just by going over technical specs. The graphic below will help provide you a more clear sense of the sensor dimensions in the 1100D and D40.

As you can tell, both of these cameras feature the identical sensor size but not the same resolution. You can expect to see the Canon 1100D to deliver extra detail with its extra 6 Megapixels. Greater resolution will also allow you to crop images way more aggressively. The fresher 1100D is going to have a benefit when it comes to sensor tech.