Canon 20D vs Canon 20Da
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![Canon EOS 20D front Canon EOS 20D front](https://pxlmag.com/db/images/cameras/gallery/medium/Canon-EOS-20D/Canon-20D-front.jpg)
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Canon 20D vs Canon 20Da Key Specs
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- 8MP - APS-C Sensor
- 1.8" Fixed Display
- ISO 100 - 1600 (Expand to 3200)
- 1/8000s Max Shutter
- No Video
- Canon EF/EF-S Mount
- 770g - 144 x 106 x 72mm
- Announced June 2005
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Canon 20D vs Canon 20Da Overview
Here, we are analyzing the Canon 20D and Canon 20Da, both Advanced DSLR digital cameras and they are both built by Canon. The image resolution of the 20D (8MP) and the 20Da (8MP) is very well matched and both cameras provide the identical sensor measurements (APS-C).
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The 20D was manufactured 7 months earlier than the 20Da which means that they are both of a similar generation. Each of the cameras feature the same body design (Mid-size SLR).
Before diving right into a detailed comparison, here is a concise highlight of how the 20D grades against the 20Da when it comes to portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.
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Canon 20D vs Canon 20Da Gallery
The following is a sample of the gallery pics for Canon EOS 20D and Canon EOS 20Da. The entire galleries are viewable at Canon 20D Gallery and Canon 20Da Gallery.
Reasons to pick Canon 20D over the Canon 20Da
20D | 20Da |
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Reasons to pick Canon 20Da over the Canon 20D
20Da | 20D | |||
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Announced | June 2005 | ![]() | November 2004 | More recent by 7 months |
Common features in the Canon 20D and Canon 20Da
20D | 20Da | |||
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Manual focus | ![]() | Very accurate focusing | ||
Display type | Fixed | ![]() | Fixed | Fixed display |
Display size | 1.8" | ![]() | 1.8" | Same display measurements |
Display resolution | 118k | ![]() | 118k | Identical display resolution |
Selfie screen | ![]() | Neither offers selfie screen | ||
Touch display | ![]() | Neither offers Touch display |
Canon 20D vs Canon 20Da Physical Comparison
For anyone who is looking to lug around your camera frequently, you have to factor its weight and proportions. The Canon 20D offers external measurements of 144mm x 106mm x 72mm (5.7" x 4.2" x 2.8") having a weight of 770 grams (1.70 lbs) while the Canon 20Da has measurements of 144mm x 106mm x 72mm (5.7" x 4.2" x 2.8") with a weight of 770 grams (1.70 lbs).
Compare the Canon 20D and Canon 20Da in the new Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.![Camera Size Comparison with Lenses Camera Size Comparison with Lenses](https://pxlmag.com/db/assets/camera-size-comparison-animation.gif)
Don't forget, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ dependant on the lens you use at the time. Following is a front view size comparison of the 20D against the 20Da.
![Canon 20D vs Canon 20Da size comparison Canon 20D vs Canon 20Da size comparison](https://pxlmag.com/db/images/camera-compare/Canon-EOS-20D-vs-Canon-EOS-20Da-size-comparison.jpg)
Considering dimensions and weight, the portability rating of the 20D and 20Da is 59 and 59 respectively.
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Canon 20D vs Canon 20Da Sensor Comparison
More often than not, it's tough to picture the contrast between sensor measurements only by reading through technical specs. The visual below might provide you a greater sense of the sensor measurements in the 20D and 20Da.
As you have seen, both of these cameras feature the identical sensor size and the identical MP therefore you should expect similar quality of images however you might want to take the release date of the products into consideration. The older 20D is going to be behind in sensor tech.
![Canon 20D vs Canon 20Da sensor size comparison Canon 20D vs Canon 20Da sensor size comparison](https://pxlmag.com/db/images/sensor-compare/Canon-EOS-20D-vs-Canon-EOS-20Da-sensor-size-comparison.png)
Canon 20D vs Canon 20Da Screen and ViewFinder
![Canon 20D vs Canon 20Da Screen and Viewfinder comparison Canon 20D vs Canon 20Da Screen and Viewfinder comparison](https://pxlmag.com/db/images/camera-compare/Canon-EOS-20D-vs-Canon-EOS-20Da-screen-back-comparison.jpg)
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Canon 20D vs Canon 20Da Specifications
Canon EOS 20D | Canon EOS 20Da | |
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General Information | ||
Make | Canon | Canon |
Model | Canon EOS 20D | Canon EOS 20Da |
Category | Advanced DSLR | Advanced DSLR |
Launched | 2004-11-03 | 2005-06-01 |
Body design | Mid-size SLR | Mid-size SLR |
Sensor Information | ||
Sensor type | CMOS | CMOS |
Sensor size | APS-C | APS-C |
Sensor measurements | 22.5 x 15mm | 22.5 x 15mm |
Sensor surface area | 337.5mm² | 337.5mm² |
Sensor resolution | 8MP | 8MP |
Anti aliasing filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 3:2 | 3:2 |
Peak resolution | 3504 x 2336 | 3504 x 2336 |
Highest native ISO | 1600 | 1600 |
Highest enhanced ISO | 3200 | 3200 |
Minimum native ISO | 100 | 100 |
RAW pictures | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Focus manually | ||
Autofocus touch | ||
Autofocus continuous | ||
Autofocus single | ||
Tracking autofocus | ||
Autofocus selectice | ||
Center weighted autofocus | ||
Multi area autofocus | ||
Live view autofocus | ||
Face detection autofocus | ||
Contract detection autofocus | ||
Phase detection autofocus | ||
Number of focus points | 9 | 9 |
Lens | ||
Lens mount | Canon EF/EF-S | Canon EF/EF-S |
Available lenses | 326 | 326 |
Focal length multiplier | 1.6 | 1.6 |
Screen | ||
Screen type | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Screen size | 1.8" | 1.8" |
Resolution of screen | 118k dot | 118k dot |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch screen | ||
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder | Optical (pentaprism) | Optical (pentaprism) |
Viewfinder coverage | 95 percent | 95 percent |
Viewfinder magnification | 0.56x | 0.56x |
Features | ||
Minimum shutter speed | 30s | 30s |
Fastest shutter speed | 1/8000s | 1/8000s |
Continuous shutter speed | 5.0 frames/s | 5.0 frames/s |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Manually set exposure | ||
Exposure compensation | - | Yes |
Custom white balance | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Built-in flash | ||
Flash range | 12.00 m (ISO 100) | 12.00 m (ISO 100) |
Flash modes | Auto, On, Red-eye reduction, Off | Auto, On, Red-eye reduction, Off |
External flash | ||
Auto exposure bracketing | ||
WB bracketing | ||
Fastest flash sync | - | 1/250s |
Exposure | ||
Multisegment metering | ||
Average metering | ||
Spot metering | ||
Partial metering | ||
AF area metering | ||
Center weighted metering | ||
Video features | ||
Highest video resolution | None | None |
Microphone jack | ||
Headphone jack | ||
Connectivity | ||
Wireless | None | None |
Bluetooth | ||
NFC | ||
HDMI | ||
USB | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) |
GPS | None | None |
Physical | ||
Environmental seal | ||
Water proof | ||
Dust proof | ||
Shock proof | ||
Crush proof | ||
Freeze proof | ||
Weight | 770g (1.70 lb) | 770g (1.70 lb) |
Physical dimensions | 144 x 106 x 72mm (5.7" x 4.2" x 2.8") | 144 x 106 x 72mm (5.7" x 4.2" x 2.8") |
DXO scores | ||
DXO Overall score | 62 | not tested |
DXO Color Depth score | 21.9 | not tested |
DXO Dynamic range score | 11.0 | not tested |
DXO Low light score | 721 | not tested |
Other | ||
Self timer | Yes (10 sec (2 sec with mirror lock-up)) | Yes (10 sec (2 sec with mirror lock-up)) |
Time lapse feature | ||
Type of storage | Compact Flash (Type I or II) | Compact Flash (Type I or II) |
Storage slots | Single | Single |
Launch pricing | $1,300 | $1,499 |