Canon 1100D vs Nikon D40X
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Canon 1100D vs Nikon D40X Key Specs
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- 12MP - APS-C Sensor
- 2.7" Fixed Display
- ISO 100 - 6400
- 1280 x 720 video
- Canon EF/EF-S Mount
- 495g - 130 x 100 x 78mm
- Announced April 2011
- Additionally referred to as EOS Rebel T3 / EOS Kiss X50
- Succeeded the Canon 1000D
- Successor is Canon 1200D
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Photography Glossary Canon 1100D vs Nikon D40X Overview
Here, we will be reviewing the Canon 1100D and Nikon D40X, both Entry-Level DSLR digital cameras by manufacturers Canon and Nikon. The sensor resolution of the 1100D (12MP) and the D40X (10MP) is relatively well matched and both cameras offer the identical sensor sizes (APS-C).
Snapchat Adds Watermarks to AI-Created ImagesThe 1100D was unveiled 3 years later than the D40X and that is quite a large gap as far as tech is concerned. Both of these cameras feature the same body design (Compact SLR).
Before we go right into a comprehensive comparison, here is a concise synopsis of how the 1100D grades against the D40X for portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.
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Below is a preview of the gallery photos for Canon EOS 1100D and Nikon D40X. The full galleries are available at Canon 1100D Gallery and Nikon D40X Gallery.
Reasons to pick Canon 1100D over the Nikon D40X
| 1100D | D40X | |||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Launched | April 2011 |  | May 2007 | More recent by 48 months |
| Screen size | 2.7" |  | 2.5" | Bigger screen (+0.2") |
Reasons to pick Nikon D40X over the Canon 1100D
| D40X | 1100D |
|---|
Common features in the Canon 1100D and Nikon D40X
| 1100D | D40X | |||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Manual focus |  | More exact focus | ||
| Screen type | Fixed |  | Fixed | Fixed screen |
| Screen resolution | 230k |  | 230k | Identical screen resolution |
| Selfie screen |  | Neither features selfie screen | ||
| Touch screen |  | Absent Touch screen |
Canon 1100D vs Nikon D40X Physical Comparison
For anybody who is going to lug around your camera, you will want to factor its weight and size. The Canon 1100D enjoys outside measurements of 130mm x 100mm x 78mm (5.1" x 3.9" x 3.1") and a weight of 495 grams (1.09 lbs) and the Nikon D40X has specifications of 124mm x 94mm x 64mm (4.9" x 3.7" x 2.5") along with a weight of 522 grams (1.15 lbs).
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Do not forget, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ based on the lens you use at the time. The following is a front view dimensions comparison of the 1100D and the D40X.
Looking at size and weight, the portability score of the 1100D and D40X is 67 and 71 respectively.
Canon 1100D vs Nikon D40X Sensor Comparison
Often, it is very difficult to imagine the gap between sensor measurements just by reading through technical specs. The graphic underneath will offer you a stronger sense of the sensor sizing in the 1100D and D40X.
As you have seen, the two cameras feature the identical sensor size albeit different megapixels. You should count on the Canon 1100D to resolve greater detail having an extra 2 Megapixels. Higher resolution can also help you crop pictures way more aggressively. The more modern 1100D should have an advantage in sensor technology.
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Canon 1100D vs Nikon D40X Specifications
| Canon EOS 1100D | Nikon D40X | |
|---|---|---|
| General Information | ||
| Brand | Canon | Nikon |
| Model | Canon EOS 1100D | Nikon D40X |
| Other name | EOS Rebel T3 / EOS Kiss X50 | - |
| Category | Entry-Level DSLR | Entry-Level DSLR |
| Announced | 2011-04-13 | 2007-05-27 |
| Physical type | Compact SLR | Compact SLR |
| Sensor Information | ||
| Processor | Digic 4 | Expeed |
| Sensor type | CMOS | CCD |
| Sensor size | APS-C | APS-C |
| Sensor dimensions | 22.2 x 14.8mm | 23.7 x 15.6mm |
| Sensor surface area | 328.6mm² | 369.7mm² |
| Sensor resolution | 12 megapixel | 10 megapixel |
| Anti aliasing filter | ||
| Aspect ratio | 3:2 | 3:2 |
| Maximum resolution | 4272 x 2848 | 3872 x 2592 |
| Maximum native ISO | 6400 | 1600 |
| Maximum boosted ISO | - | 3200 |
| Lowest native ISO | 100 | 100 |
| RAW data | ||
| Autofocusing | ||
| Focus manually | ||
| AF touch | ||
| Continuous AF | ||
| Single AF | ||
| AF tracking | ||
| AF selectice | ||
| Center weighted AF | ||
| AF multi area | ||
| Live view AF | ||
| Face detect AF | ||
| Contract detect AF | ||
| Phase detect AF | ||
| Number of focus points | 9 | 3 |
| Cross focus points | 1 | - |
| Lens | ||
| Lens mount | Canon EF/EF-S | Nikon F |
| Available lenses | 326 | 309 |
| Focal length multiplier | 1.6 | 1.5 |
| Screen | ||
| Type of display | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
| Display sizing | 2.7 inches | 2.5 inches |
| Display resolution | 230 thousand dots | 230 thousand dots |
| Selfie friendly | ||
| Liveview | ||
| Touch screen | ||
| Display technology | TFT color LCD, liquid-crystal monitor | - |
| Viewfinder Information | ||
| Viewfinder type | Optical (pentamirror) | Optical (pentamirror) |
| Viewfinder coverage | 95% | 95% |
| Viewfinder magnification | 0.5x | 0.53x |
| Features | ||
| Lowest shutter speed | 30 secs | 30 secs |
| Highest shutter speed | 1/4000 secs | 1/4000 secs |
| Continuous shooting rate | 3.0fps | 3.0fps |
| Shutter priority | ||
| Aperture priority | ||
| Manually set exposure | ||
| Exposure compensation | Yes | Yes |
| Custom WB | ||
| Image stabilization | ||
| Inbuilt flash | ||
| Flash range | 9.20 m | 17.00 m |
| Flash settings | Auto, On, Off, Red-eye | Front curtain, Rear curtain, Red-Eye, Slow, Red-Eye Slow |
| Hot shoe | ||
| AE bracketing | ||
| White balance bracketing | ||
| Highest flash synchronize | 1/200 secs | 1/200 secs |
| Exposure | ||
| Multisegment metering | ||
| Average metering | ||
| Spot metering | ||
| Partial metering | ||
| AF area metering | ||
| Center weighted metering | ||
| Video features | ||
| Supported video resolutions | 1280 x 720 (29.97, 25 fps) | - |
| Maximum video resolution | 1280x720 | None |
| Video 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 | ||
| Environmental sealing | ||
| Water proof | ||
| Dust proof | ||
| Shock proof | ||
| Crush proof | ||
| Freeze proof | ||
| Weight | 495 grams (1.09 lbs) | 522 grams (1.15 lbs) |
| Physical dimensions | 130 x 100 x 78mm (5.1" x 3.9" x 3.1") | 124 x 94 x 64mm (4.9" x 3.7" x 2.5") |
| DXO scores | ||
| DXO All around score | 62 | 63 |
| DXO Color Depth score | 21.9 | 22.4 |
| DXO Dynamic range score | 11.0 | 11.4 |
| DXO Low light score | 755 | 516 |
| Other | ||
| Battery life | 700 pictures | - |
| Form of battery | Battery Pack | - |
| Battery model | LP-E10 | EN-EL9 |
| Self timer | Yes (10 sec (2 sec with mirror lock-up)) | Yes (2 to 20 sec) |
| Time lapse shooting | ||
| Storage type | SD/SDHC/SDXC card | SD/SDHC card |
| Card slots | 1 | 1 |
| Price at launch | $450 | $375 |
