Canon 20D vs Canon 60D

Below, we will be comparing the Canon 20D vs Canon 60D, both Advanced DSLR cameras and both of them are sold by Canon. There is a significant difference among the image resolutions of the 20D (8MP) and 60D (18MP) but they use the exact same sensor sizes (APS-C).

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The 20D was launched 7 years earlier than the 60D and that is a fairly sizable gap as far as camera tech is concerned. Both of the cameras come with the identical body type (Mid-size SLR).

Before diving straight into a comprehensive comparison, below is a short summation of how the 20D scores vs the 60D with regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

Following is a preview of the gallery photos for Canon EOS 20D and Canon EOS 60D. The complete galleries are viewable at Canon 20D Gallery and Canon 60D Gallery.

For those who are planning to carry your camera frequently, you'll have to factor in its weight and proportions. The Canon 20D has outside measurements of 144mm x 106mm x 72mm (5.7" x 4.2" x 2.8") and a weight of 770 grams (1.70 lbs) and the Canon 60D has measurements of 145mm x 106mm x 79mm (5.7" x 4.2" x 3.1") and a weight of 755 grams (1.66 lbs).

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Always remember, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary depending on the lens you choose at that time. Below is the front view sizing comparison of the 20D against the 60D.

Taking into account size and weight, the portability rating of the 20D and 60D is 59 and 59 respectively.

Often, it's hard to visualize the contrast in sensor sizing just by looking through specs. The photograph here should offer you a stronger sense of the sensor sizing in the 20D and 60D.

As you can plainly see, both of these cameras posses the exact same sensor measurements albeit different megapixels. You should count on the Canon 60D to result in extra detail utilizing its extra 10 Megapixels. Higher resolution can also enable you to crop photographs somewhat more aggressively. The older 20D will be disadvantaged with regard to sensor technology.