Canon 1200D vs Nikon D90

Here, we are comparing the Canon 1200D vs Nikon D90, one is a Entry-Level DSLR and the other is a Advanced DSLR by manufacturers Canon and Nikon. There is a significant difference between the sensor resolutions of the 1200D (18MP) and D90 (12MP) but both cameras offer the identical sensor dimensions (APS-C).

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The 1200D was released 5 years after the D90 which is quite a sizable gap as far as tech is concerned. Both the cameras feature different body design with the Canon 1200D being a Compact SLR camera and the Nikon D90 being a Mid-size SLR camera.

Before diving straight to a full comparison, here is a quick view of how the 1200D grades versus the D90 with regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

Following is a sample of the gallery pics for Canon EOS 1200D and Nikon D90. The complete galleries are viewable at Canon 1200D Gallery and Nikon D90 Gallery.

For anybody who is aiming to carry around your camera, you will have to consider its weight and dimensions. The Canon 1200D offers exterior dimensions of 130mm x 100mm x 78mm (5.1" x 3.9" x 3.1") accompanied by a weight of 480 grams (1.06 lbs) and the Nikon D90 has dimensions of 132mm x 103mm x 77mm (5.2" x 4.1" x 3.0") with a weight of 703 grams (1.55 lbs).

Look at the Canon 1200D vs Nikon D90 in the new Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Do not forget, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change dependant on the lens you have attached during that time. Underneath is a front view measurements comparison of the 1200D versus the D90.

Taking into account size and weight, the portability rating of the 1200D and D90 is 68 and 60 respectively.

Often, it is tough to see the contrast between sensor sizes simply by reading technical specs. The pic below should provide you a better sense of the sensor dimensions in the 1200D and D90.

As you have seen, each of the cameras come with the identical sensor size but not the same megapixels. You should expect to see the Canon 1200D to offer you more detail as a result of its extra 6MP. Greater resolution will allow you to crop images a good deal more aggressively. The younger 1200D will have an edge when it comes to sensor tech.