Canon 1100D vs Nikon D60
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Canon 1100D vs Nikon D60 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
- Released April 2011
- Additionally referred to as EOS Rebel T3 / EOS Kiss X50
- Previous Model is Canon 1000D
- Renewed by Canon 1200D
(Full Review)
- 10MP - APS-C Sensor
- 2.5" Fixed Display
- ISO 100 - 1600 (Boost to 3200)
- No Video
- Nikon F Mount
- 522g - 126 x 94 x 64mm
- Announced March 2008
- Older Model is Nikon D40X
- Replacement is Nikon D5000
Canon 1100D vs Nikon D60 Overview
On this page, we are evaluating the Canon 1100D vs Nikon D60, both Entry-Level DSLR digital cameras by brands Canon and Nikon. The sensor resolution of the 1100D (12MP) and the D60 (10MP) is very well matched and both cameras offer the same sensor measurements (APS-C).
Japan-exclusive Leica Leitz Phone 3 features big sensor and new modesThe 1100D was brought out 3 years later than the D60 and that is quite a sizable difference as far as technology is concerned. Each of these cameras have the same body design (Compact SLR).
Before diving into a detailed comparison, here is a quick view of how the 1100D matches up vs the D60 in relation to portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.
Canon 1100D vs Nikon D60 Gallery
Here is a sample of the gallery pics for Canon EOS 1100D & Nikon D60. The entire galleries are provided at Canon 1100D Gallery & Nikon D60 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Canon 1100D over the Nikon D60
1100D | D60 | |||
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Announced | April 2011 | March 2008 | Fresher by 38 months | |
Display dimensions | 2.7" | 2.5" | Larger display (+0.2") |
Reasons to pick Nikon D60 over the Canon 1100D
D60 | 1100D |
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Common features in the Canon 1100D and Nikon D60
1100D | D60 | |||
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Manual focus | Dial accurate focusing | |||
Display type | Fixed | Fixed | Fixed display | |
Display resolution | 230k | 230k | Same display resolution | |
Selfie screen | Lack of selfie screen | |||
Touch friendly display | Lack of Touch friendly display |
Canon 1100D vs Nikon D60 Physical Comparison
If you're looking to carry your camera often, you're going to have to take into account its weight and size. The Canon 1100D comes with external measurements of 130mm x 100mm x 78mm (5.1" x 3.9" x 3.1") with a weight of 495 grams (1.09 lbs) whilst the Nikon D60 has specifications of 126mm x 94mm x 64mm (5.0" x 3.7" x 2.5") and a weight of 522 grams (1.15 lbs).
See the Canon 1100D vs Nikon D60 in our newest Camera plus Lens Size Comparison Tool.Don't forget, the weight of an ILC will vary based on the lens you select during that time. Here is a front view size comparison of the 1100D vs the D60.
Taking into account dimensions and weight, the portability rating of the 1100D and D60 is 67 and 70 respectively.
Canon 1100D vs Nikon D60 Sensor Comparison
Normally, its hard to envision the difference between sensor sizing merely by reading through a spec sheet. The graphic underneath will help offer you a far better sense of the sensor measurements in the 1100D and D60.
Clearly, both the cameras provide the same sensor dimensions but not the same MP. You can expect to see the Canon 1100D to give extra detail having its extra 2MP. Greater resolution will also let you crop pics more aggressively. The more recent 1100D will have a benefit with regard to sensor tech.
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Canon 1100D vs Nikon D60 Specifications
Canon EOS 1100D | Nikon D60 | |
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General Information | ||
Brand | Canon | Nikon |
Model | Canon EOS 1100D | Nikon D60 |
Also called as | EOS Rebel T3 / EOS Kiss X50 | - |
Type | Entry-Level DSLR | Entry-Level DSLR |
Released | 2011-04-13 | 2008-03-19 |
Physical type | Compact SLR | Compact SLR |
Sensor Information | ||
Powered by | Digic 4 | - |
Sensor type | CMOS | CCD |
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 | 12 megapixels | 10 megapixels |
Anti aliasing filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 3:2 | 3:2 |
Peak resolution | 4272 x 2848 | 3872 x 2592 |
Highest native ISO | 6400 | 1600 |
Highest enhanced ISO | - | 3200 |
Minimum native ISO | 100 | 100 |
RAW format | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Manual focus | ||
Touch to focus | ||
AF continuous | ||
AF single | ||
AF tracking | ||
Selective AF | ||
AF center weighted | ||
Multi area AF | ||
AF live view | ||
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 |
Number of lenses | 326 | 309 |
Focal length multiplier | 1.6 | 1.5 |
Screen | ||
Type of display | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Display diagonal | 2.7 inch | 2.5 inch |
Resolution of display | 230k dots | 230k dots |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch capability | ||
Display tech | TFT color LCD, liquid-crystal monitor | - |
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder type | Optical (pentamirror) | Optical (pentamirror) |
Viewfinder coverage | 95 percent | 95 percent |
Viewfinder magnification | 0.5x | 0.53x |
Features | ||
Minimum shutter speed | 30 seconds | 30 seconds |
Fastest shutter speed | 1/4000 seconds | 1/4000 seconds |
Continuous shutter rate | 3.0 frames/s | 3.0 frames/s |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Manual mode | ||
Exposure compensation | Yes | Yes |
Custom WB | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Built-in flash | ||
Flash range | 9.20 m | 12.00 m (at ISO 100) |
Flash modes | Auto, On, Off, Red-eye | Auto, Red-Eye, Slow, Red-Eye Slow, Rear curtain |
External flash | ||
AEB | ||
WB bracketing | ||
Fastest flash synchronize | 1/200 seconds | 1/200 seconds |
Exposure | ||
Multisegment exposure | ||
Average exposure | ||
Spot exposure | ||
Partial exposure | ||
AF area exposure | ||
Center weighted exposure | ||
Video features | ||
Supported video resolutions | 1280 x 720 (29.97, 25 fps) | - |
Highest video resolution | 1280x720 | None |
Video data format | H.264, Motion JPEG | - |
Microphone port | ||
Headphone port | ||
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 lb) | 522 grams (1.15 lb) |
Physical dimensions | 130 x 100 x 78mm (5.1" x 3.9" x 3.1") | 126 x 94 x 64mm (5.0" x 3.7" x 2.5") |
DXO scores | ||
DXO Overall score | 62 | 65 |
DXO Color Depth score | 21.9 | 22.5 |
DXO Dynamic range score | 11.0 | 11.4 |
DXO Low light score | 755 | 562 |
Other | ||
Battery life | 700 pictures | 500 pictures |
Battery type | Battery Pack | Battery Pack |
Battery model | LP-E10 | - |
Self timer | Yes (10 sec (2 sec with mirror lock-up)) | Yes (2 or 10 sec) |
Time lapse feature | ||
Storage type | SD/SDHC/SDXC card | SD/MMC/SDHC card |
Card slots | 1 | 1 |
Retail cost | $450 | $398 |