Canon 1100D vs Nikon D5000
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Canon 1100D vs Nikon D5000 Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 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
- Introduced April 2011
- Other Name is EOS Rebel T3 / EOS Kiss X50
- Succeeded the Canon 1000D
- Renewed by Canon 1200D
(Full Review)
- 12MP - APS-C Sensor
- 2.7" Fully Articulated Screen
- ISO 200 - 3200 (Increase to 6400)
- 1280 x 720 video
- Nikon F Mount
- 590g - 127 x 104 x 80mm
- Revealed June 2009
- Older Model is Nikon D60
- Later Model is Nikon D5100

Canon 1100D vs Nikon D5000 Overview
Here is a extended analysis of the Canon 1100D and Nikon D5000, both Entry-Level DSLR digital cameras by manufacturers Canon and Nikon. The image resolution of the 1100D (12MP) and the D5000 (12MP) is pretty similar and they feature the exact same sensor measurements (APS-C).

The 1100D was revealed 23 months later than the D5000 which makes the cameras a generation apart from each other. Each of these cameras come with the identical body type (Compact SLR).
Before we go straight into a in-depth comparison, below is a brief synopsis of how the 1100D grades vs the D5000 in regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

Canon 1100D vs Nikon D5000 Gallery
Below is a preview of the gallery images for Canon EOS 1100D & Nikon D5000. The full galleries are available at Canon 1100D Gallery & Nikon D5000 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Canon 1100D over the Nikon D5000
1100D | D5000 | |||
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Revealed | April 2011 | ![]() | June 2009 | Fresher by 23 months |
Reasons to pick Nikon D5000 over the Canon 1100D
D5000 | 1100D | |||
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Screen type | Fully Articulated | ![]() | Fixed | Fully Articulating screen |
Selfie screen | ![]() | Easy selfies |
Common features in the Canon 1100D and Nikon D5000
1100D | D5000 | |||
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Manually focus | ![]() | Very exact focus | ||
Screen dimension | 2.7" | ![]() | 2.7" | Identical screen measurements |
Screen resolution | 230k | ![]() | 230k | The same screen resolution |
Touch screen | ![]() | Neither contains Touch screen |
Canon 1100D vs Nikon D5000 Physical Comparison
For anyone who is going to carry your camera, you will want to factor its weight and size. The Canon 1100D has got external dimensions of 130mm x 100mm x 78mm (5.1" x 3.9" x 3.1") with a weight of 495 grams (1.09 lbs) and the Nikon D5000 has specifications of 127mm x 104mm x 80mm (5.0" x 4.1" x 3.1") and a weight of 590 grams (1.30 lbs).
Contrast the Canon 1100D and Nikon D5000 in our completely new Camera & Lens Size Comparison Tool.
Don't forget, the weight of an ILC will change depending on the lens you use during that time. Underneath is the front view measurements comparison of the 1100D compared to the D5000.

Using size and weight, the portability rating of the 1100D and D5000 is 67 and 65 respectively.

Canon 1100D vs Nikon D5000 Sensor Comparison
Generally, it can be tough to envision the contrast between sensor sizing just by reviewing technical specs. The graphic here may give you a stronger sense of the sensor sizes in the 1100D and D5000.
As you have seen, the two cameras posses the exact same sensor measurements and the same exact MP therefore you can expect similar quality of pictures although you have to take the launch date of the products into consideration. The newer 1100D will have an edge when it comes to sensor technology.

Canon 1100D vs Nikon D5000 Screen and ViewFinder


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Canon 1100D vs Nikon D5000 Specifications
Canon EOS 1100D | Nikon D5000 | |
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General Information | ||
Brand Name | Canon | Nikon |
Model | Canon EOS 1100D | Nikon D5000 |
Otherwise known as | EOS Rebel T3 / EOS Kiss X50 | - |
Category | Entry-Level DSLR | Entry-Level DSLR |
Introduced | 2011-04-13 | 2009-06-12 |
Physical type | Compact SLR | Compact SLR |
Sensor Information | ||
Processor Chip | Digic 4 | Expeed |
Sensor type | CMOS | CMOS |
Sensor size | APS-C | APS-C |
Sensor measurements | 22.2 x 14.8mm | 23.6 x 15.8mm |
Sensor area | 328.6mm² | 372.9mm² |
Sensor resolution | 12MP | 12MP |
Anti aliasing filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 3:2 | 3:2 |
Highest Possible resolution | 4272 x 2848 | 4288 x 2848 |
Maximum native ISO | 6400 | 3200 |
Maximum enhanced ISO | - | 6400 |
Minimum native ISO | 100 | 200 |
RAW photos | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Manual focus | ||
Touch to focus | ||
Continuous AF | ||
Single AF | ||
AF tracking | ||
Selective AF | ||
AF center weighted | ||
AF multi area | ||
AF live view | ||
Face detect AF | ||
Contract detect AF | ||
Phase detect AF | ||
Number of focus points | 9 | 11 |
Cross focus points | 1 | - |
Lens | ||
Lens mounting type | Canon EF/EF-S | Nikon F |
Total lenses | 326 | 309 |
Focal length multiplier | 1.6 | 1.5 |
Screen | ||
Type of display | Fixed Type | Fully Articulated |
Display sizing | 2.7 inches | 2.7 inches |
Resolution of display | 230 thousand dots | 230 thousand dots |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch functionality | ||
Display tech | TFT color LCD, liquid-crystal monitor | - |
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder type | Optical (pentamirror) | Optical (pentamirror) |
Viewfinder coverage | 95% | 95% |
Viewfinder magnification | 0.5x | 0.52x |
Features | ||
Min shutter speed | 30 secs | 30 secs |
Max shutter speed | 1/4000 secs | 1/4000 secs |
Continuous shutter rate | 3.0fps | 4.0fps |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Expose Manually | ||
Exposure compensation | Yes | Yes |
Custom WB | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Built-in flash | ||
Flash range | 9.20 m | 17.00 m (at ISO 100) |
Flash settings | Auto, On, Off, Red-eye | Auto, On, Off, Red-eye, Slow sync, Rear curtain |
External flash | ||
AEB | ||
White balance bracketing | ||
Max flash synchronize | 1/200 secs | 1/200 secs |
Exposure | ||
Multisegment | ||
Average | ||
Spot | ||
Partial | ||
AF area | ||
Center weighted | ||
Video features | ||
Supported video resolutions | 1280 x 720 (29.97, 25 fps) | 1280 x 720 (24 fps), 640 x 424 (24 fps), 320 x 216 (24 fps) |
Maximum video resolution | 1280x720 | 1280x720 |
Video format | H.264, Motion JPEG | Motion JPEG |
Microphone support | ||
Headphone support | ||
Connectivity | ||
Wireless | Eye-Fi Connected | Eye-Fi Connected |
Bluetooth | ||
NFC | ||
HDMI | ||
USB | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) |
GPS | None | Optional |
Physical | ||
Environmental sealing | ||
Water proof | ||
Dust proof | ||
Shock proof | ||
Crush proof | ||
Freeze proof | ||
Weight | 495 grams (1.09 pounds) | 590 grams (1.30 pounds) |
Dimensions | 130 x 100 x 78mm (5.1" x 3.9" x 3.1") | 127 x 104 x 80mm (5.0" x 4.1" x 3.1") |
DXO scores | ||
DXO Overall score | 62 | 72 |
DXO Color Depth score | 21.9 | 22.7 |
DXO Dynamic range score | 11.0 | 12.5 |
DXO Low light score | 755 | 868 |
Other | ||
Battery life | 700 images | 510 images |
Battery style | Battery Pack | Battery Pack |
Battery model | LP-E10 | EN-EL9a |
Self timer | Yes (10 sec (2 sec with mirror lock-up)) | Yes (2, 5, 10 or 20 sec) |
Time lapse shooting | ||
Storage type | SD/SDHC/SDXC card | SD/SDHC card |
Card slots | Single | Single |
Retail cost | $450 | $630 |