Canon 20D vs Nikon D300S
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Canon 20D vs Nikon D300S Key Specs
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- 12MP - APS-C Sensor
- 3" Fixed Display
- ISO 200 - 3200 (Bump to 6400)
- 1/8000s Max Shutter
- 1280 x 720 video
- Nikon F Mount
- 938g - 147 x 114 x 74mm
- Released November 2009
- Old Model is Nikon D300
- Refreshed by Nikon D600
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Its time to look more in depth at the Canon 20D and Nikon D300S, both Advanced DSLR cameras by rivals Canon and Nikon. There exists a significant gap among the image resolutions of the 20D (8MP) and D300S (12MP) but both cameras have the identical sensor dimensions (APS-C).
Meta to Introduce 'AI-Generated' Labels for Media starting next monthThe 20D was brought out 6 years before the D300S which is a fairly sizable gap as far as camera technology is concerned. Both the cameras feature the same body design (Mid-size SLR).
Before we go straight to a full comparison, here is a quick highlight of how the 20D scores vs the D300S with regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall score.
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Below is a sample of the gallery pictures for Canon EOS 20D and Nikon D300S. The entire galleries are available at Canon 20D Gallery and Nikon D300S Gallery.
Reasons to pick Canon 20D over the Nikon D300S
| 20D | D300S |
|---|
Reasons to pick Nikon D300S over the Canon 20D
| D300S | 20D | |||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Released | November 2009 |  | November 2004 | More modern by 61 months |
| Display size | 3" |  | 1.8" | Larger display (+1.2") |
| Display resolution | 920k |  | 118k | Sharper display (+802k dot) |
Common features in the Canon 20D and Nikon D300S
| 20D | D300S | |||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Manual focus |  | More exact focusing | ||
| Display type | Fixed |  | Fixed | Fixed display |
| Selfie screen |  | No selfie screen | ||
| Touch display |  | No Touch display |
Canon 20D vs Nikon D300S Physical Comparison
For those who are looking to carry around your camera often, you will need to think about its weight and measurements. The Canon 20D enjoys external dimensions 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 Nikon D300S has proportions of 147mm x 114mm x 74mm (5.8" x 4.5" x 2.9") having a weight of 938 grams (2.07 lbs).
Look at the Canon 20D and Nikon D300S in the latest Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.
Take into consideration, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary based on the lens you have chosen during that time. The following is a front view dimensions comparison of the 20D and the D300S.
Using dimensions and weight, the portability grade of the 20D and D300S is 59 and 55 respectively.
Canon 20D vs Nikon D300S Sensor Comparison
Quite often, its hard to imagine the difference in sensor sizes only by researching specifications. The image here will offer you a better sense of the sensor sizes in the 20D and D300S.
To sum up, each of the cameras feature the identical sensor size but different resolution. You should anticipate the Nikon D300S to provide you with extra detail having its extra 4MP. Greater resolution can also let you crop images way more aggressively. The more aged 20D will be disadvantaged when it comes to sensor tech.
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Canon 20D vs Nikon D300S Specifications
| Canon EOS 20D | Nikon D300S | |
|---|---|---|
| General Information | ||
| Brand Name | Canon | Nikon |
| Model type | Canon EOS 20D | Nikon D300S |
| Class | Advanced DSLR | Advanced DSLR |
| Released | 2004-11-03 | 2009-11-16 |
| Physical type | Mid-size SLR | Mid-size SLR |
| Sensor Information | ||
| Chip | - | Expeed |
| Sensor type | CMOS | CMOS |
| Sensor size | APS-C | APS-C |
| Sensor dimensions | 22.5 x 15mm | 23.6 x 15.8mm |
| Sensor area | 337.5mm² | 372.9mm² |
| Sensor resolution | 8 megapixel | 12 megapixel |
| Anti alias filter | ||
| Aspect ratio | 3:2 | 3:2 |
| Peak resolution | 3504 x 2336 | 4288 x 2848 |
| Highest native ISO | 1600 | 3200 |
| Highest enhanced ISO | 3200 | 6400 |
| Minimum native ISO | 100 | 200 |
| RAW photos | ||
| Minimum enhanced ISO | - | 100 |
| Autofocusing | ||
| Manual focusing | ||
| AF touch | ||
| Continuous AF | ||
| AF single | ||
| AF tracking | ||
| Selective AF | ||
| Center weighted AF | ||
| AF multi area | ||
| AF live view | ||
| Face detection focusing | ||
| Contract detection focusing | ||
| Phase detection focusing | ||
| Total focus points | 9 | 51 |
| Lens | ||
| Lens mount type | Canon EF/EF-S | Nikon F |
| Amount of lenses | 326 | 309 |
| Focal length multiplier | 1.6 | 1.5 |
| Screen | ||
| Screen type | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
| Screen sizing | 1.8 inch | 3 inch |
| Screen resolution | 118k dots | 920k dots |
| Selfie friendly | ||
| Liveview | ||
| Touch friendly | ||
| Screen technology | - | Super Density TFT color LCD with wide-viewing angle |
| Viewfinder Information | ||
| Viewfinder | Optical (pentaprism) | Optical (pentaprism) |
| Viewfinder coverage | 95 percent | 100 percent |
| Viewfinder magnification | 0.56x | 0.63x |
| Features | ||
| Min shutter speed | 30s | 30s |
| Max shutter speed | 1/8000s | 1/8000s |
| Continuous shutter rate | 5.0fps | 7.0fps |
| Shutter priority | ||
| Aperture priority | ||
| Manual mode | ||
| Exposure compensation | - | Yes |
| Set WB | ||
| Image stabilization | ||
| Built-in flash | ||
| Flash distance | 12.00 m (ISO 100) | 12.00 m (at ISO 100) |
| Flash settings | Auto, On, Red-eye reduction, Off | Auto, On, Off, Red-eye, Slow sync, Rear curtain |
| External flash | ||
| Auto exposure bracketing | ||
| White balance bracketing | ||
| Max flash synchronize | - | 1/250s |
| Exposure | ||
| Multisegment exposure | ||
| Average exposure | ||
| Spot exposure | ||
| Partial exposure | ||
| AF area exposure | ||
| Center weighted exposure | ||
| Video features | ||
| Supported video resolutions | - | 1280 x 720 (24 fps), 640 x 480 (24 fps), 320 x 240 (24 fps) |
| Highest video resolution | None | 1280x720 |
| Video format | - | Motion JPEG |
| Mic support | ||
| Headphone support | ||
| Connectivity | ||
| Wireless | None | Eye-Fi Connected |
| Bluetooth | ||
| NFC | ||
| HDMI | ||
| USB | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) |
| GPS | None | Optional |
| Physical | ||
| Environmental sealing | ||
| Water proofing | ||
| Dust proofing | ||
| Shock proofing | ||
| Crush proofing | ||
| Freeze proofing | ||
| Weight | 770 grams (1.70 lbs) | 938 grams (2.07 lbs) |
| Physical dimensions | 144 x 106 x 72mm (5.7" x 4.2" x 2.8") | 147 x 114 x 74mm (5.8" x 4.5" x 2.9") |
| DXO scores | ||
| DXO Overall rating | 62 | 70 |
| DXO Color Depth rating | 21.9 | 22.5 |
| DXO Dynamic range rating | 11.0 | 12.2 |
| DXO Low light rating | 721 | 787 |
| Other | ||
| Battery life | - | 950 images |
| Style of battery | - | Battery Pack |
| Battery ID | - | EN-EL3e |
| Self timer | Yes (10 sec (2 sec with mirror lock-up)) | Yes (2, 5, 10 or 20 sec) |
| Time lapse shooting | ||
| Storage type | Compact Flash (Type I or II) | Compact Flash Type I/SD/SDHC |
| Card slots | 1 | Dual |
| Launch pricing | $1,300 | $1,630 |