Canon 1100D vs Nikon D5

Let's look more in depth at the Canon 1100D versus Nikon D5, one being a Entry-Level DSLR and the other is a Pro DSLR by brands Canon and Nikon. There exists a significant gap among the resolutions of the 1100D (12MP) and D5 (21MP) and the 1100D (APS-C) and D5 (Full frame) provide different sensor dimensions.

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The 1100D was released 5 years earlier than the D5 and that is a fairly sizable gap as far as camera technology is concerned. Each of the cameras feature different body design with the Canon 1100D being a Compact SLR camera and the Nikon D5 being a Large SLR camera.

Before we go into a in-depth comparison, here is a brief synopsis of how the 1100D grades against the D5 with regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

Following is a sample of the gallery pictures for Canon EOS 1100D and Nikon D5. The complete galleries are provided at Canon 1100D Gallery and Nikon D5 Gallery.

If you are planning to carry your camera frequently, you will have to factor its weight and dimensions. The Canon 1100D has physical measurements 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 D5 has dimensions of 160mm x 158.5mm x 92mm (6.3" x 6.2" x 3.6") accompanied by a weight of 1415 grams (3.12 lbs).

Take a look at the Canon 1100D versus Nikon D5 in the new Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Take into consideration, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ depending on the lens you select during that time. The following is a front view physical size comparison of the 1100D vs the D5.

Taking into consideration dimensions and weight, the portability rating of the 1100D and D5 is 67 and 50 respectively.

Normally, it can be hard to picture the gap in sensor sizing simply by looking through technical specs. The visual underneath should give you a better sense of the sensor sizing in the 1100D and D5.

As you have seen, each of the cameras come with different megapixels and different sensor sizing. The 1100D because of its smaller sensor is going to make getting shallow DOF more challenging and the Nikon D5 will provide you with extra detail as a result of its extra 9MP. Greater resolution will enable you to crop images a good deal more aggressively. The older 1100D will be behind with regard to sensor innovation.