Canon 1100D vs Nikon D80
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Canon 1100D vs Nikon D80 Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 12MP - APS-C Sensor
- 2.7" Fixed Screen
- 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
- Superseded the Canon 1000D
- New Model is Canon 1200D
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Canon 1100D vs Nikon D80 Overview
Lets take a closer look at the Canon 1100D versus Nikon D80, one is a Entry-Level DSLR and the latter is a Advanced DSLR by rivals Canon and Nikon. The resolution of the 1100D (12MP) and the D80 (10MP) is relatively similar and both cameras offer the identical sensor sizes (APS-C).

The 1100D was revealed 4 years after the D80 which is quite a serious gap as far as tech is concerned. Both of these cameras feature different body design with the Canon 1100D being a Compact SLR camera and the Nikon D80 being a Mid-size SLR camera.
Before getting straight to a more detailed comparison, here is a short view of how the 1100D scores against the D80 in regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

Canon 1100D vs Nikon D80 Gallery
Below is a preview of the gallery photos for Canon EOS 1100D and Nikon D80. The full galleries are provided at Canon 1100D Gallery and Nikon D80 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Canon 1100D over the Nikon D80
1100D | D80 | |||
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Introduced | April 2011 | ![]() | September 2006 | Newer by 56 months |
Screen size | 2.7" | ![]() | 2.5" | Bigger screen (+0.2") |
Reasons to pick Nikon D80 over the Canon 1100D
D80 | 1100D |
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Common features in the Canon 1100D and Nikon D80
1100D | D80 | |||
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Focus manually | ![]() | More exact focus | ||
Screen type | Fixed | ![]() | Fixed | Fixed screen |
Screen resolution | 230k | ![]() | 230k | Identical screen resolution |
Selfie screen | ![]() | Neither offers selfie screen | ||
Touch friendly screen | ![]() | Lack of Touch friendly screen |
Canon 1100D vs Nikon D80 Physical Comparison
When you are looking to travel with your camera, you will want to factor in its weight and dimensions. The Canon 1100D offers outside measurements of 130mm x 100mm x 78mm (5.1" x 3.9" x 3.1") accompanied by a weight of 495 grams (1.09 lbs) while the Nikon D80 has dimensions of 132mm x 103mm x 77mm (5.2" x 4.1" x 3.0") accompanied by a weight of 668 grams (1.47 lbs).
Contrast the Canon 1100D versus Nikon D80 in the new Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.
Bear in mind, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary depending on the lens you use at that time. Underneath is a front view scale comparison of the 1100D against the D80.

Taking into account size and weight, the portability rating of the 1100D and D80 is 67 and 62 respectively.

Canon 1100D vs Nikon D80 Sensor Comparison
In many cases, it is very difficult to picture the gap between sensor dimensions only by reviewing a spec sheet. The pic here may offer you a clearer sense of the sensor sizing in the 1100D and D80.
Clearly, both of those cameras come with the identical sensor size albeit different resolution. You should count on the Canon 1100D to offer greater detail because of its extra 2 Megapixels. Higher resolution will enable you to crop pictures a good deal more aggressively. The younger 1100D provides a benefit when it comes to sensor innovation.

Canon 1100D vs Nikon D80 Screen and ViewFinder


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Canon 1100D vs Nikon D80 Specifications
Canon EOS 1100D | Nikon D80 | |
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General Information | ||
Make | Canon | Nikon |
Model | Canon EOS 1100D | Nikon D80 |
Also referred to as | EOS Rebel T3 / EOS Kiss X50 | - |
Category | Entry-Level DSLR | Advanced DSLR |
Released | 2011-04-13 | 2006-09-23 |
Physical type | Compact SLR | Mid-size SLR |
Sensor Information | ||
Processor Chip | 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 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 |
Min native ISO | 100 | 100 |
RAW photos | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Manual focus | ||
Touch to focus | ||
AF continuous | ||
Single AF | ||
Tracking AF | ||
Selective AF | ||
Center weighted AF | ||
Multi area AF | ||
AF live view | ||
Face detection focusing | ||
Contract detection focusing | ||
Phase detection focusing | ||
Number of focus points | 9 | - |
Cross focus points | 1 | - |
Lens | ||
Lens mount | Canon EF/EF-S | Nikon F |
Total lenses | 326 | 309 |
Crop factor | 1.6 | 1.5 |
Screen | ||
Screen type | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Screen sizing | 2.7 inches | 2.5 inches |
Resolution of screen | 230 thousand dots | 230 thousand dots |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch function | ||
Screen tech | TFT color LCD, liquid-crystal monitor | - |
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder type | Optical (pentamirror) | Optical (pentaprism) |
Viewfinder coverage | 95% | 95% |
Viewfinder magnification | 0.5x | 0.64x |
Features | ||
Slowest shutter speed | 30 secs | 30 secs |
Maximum shutter speed | 1/4000 secs | 1/4000 secs |
Continuous shooting rate | 3.0 frames per second | 3.0 frames per second |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Manual mode | ||
Exposure compensation | Yes | Yes |
Change WB | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Integrated flash | ||
Flash range | 9.20 m | 13.00 m |
Flash modes | Auto, On, Off, Red-eye | Auto, On, Off, Front curtain, Rear curtain, Red-Eye, Slow Sync, Wireless |
External flash | ||
AEB | ||
WB bracketing | ||
Maximum 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) | - |
Maximum 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 | ||
Environment sealing | ||
Water proof | ||
Dust proof | ||
Shock proof | ||
Crush proof | ||
Freeze proof | ||
Weight | 495g (1.09 pounds) | 668g (1.47 pounds) |
Physical dimensions | 130 x 100 x 78mm (5.1" x 3.9" x 3.1") | 132 x 103 x 77mm (5.2" x 4.1" x 3.0") |
DXO scores | ||
DXO All around score | 62 | 61 |
DXO Color Depth score | 21.9 | 22.1 |
DXO Dynamic range score | 11.0 | 11.2 |
DXO Low light score | 755 | 524 |
Other | ||
Battery life | 700 photographs | - |
Battery type | Battery Pack | - |
Battery model | LP-E10 | EN-EL3e |
Self timer | Yes (10 sec (2 sec with mirror lock-up)) | Yes (2, 5, 10 or 20 sec) |
Time lapse feature | ||
Storage type | SD/SDHC/SDXC card | SD/SDHC card |
Card slots | Single | Single |
Launch price | $450 | $800 |