Canon 20D vs Nikon D600

Following is a extended review of the Canon 20D versus Nikon D600, both Advanced DSLR cameras by brands Canon and Nikon. There is a sizable difference among the sensor resolutions of the 20D (8MP) and D600 (24MP) and the 20D (APS-C) and D600 (Full frame) use totally different sensor measurements.

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The 20D was released 9 years earlier than the D600 which is a fairly significant difference as far as camera tech is concerned. Both of the cameras come with the identical body type (Mid-size SLR).

Before going in to a more detailed comparison, below is a quick highlight of how the 20D scores versus the D600 with respect to portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

Below is a preview of the gallery photos for Canon EOS 20D & Nikon D600. The complete galleries are viewable at Canon 20D Gallery & Nikon D600 Gallery.

For anybody who is planning to carry around your camera regularly, you should factor in its weight and size. The Canon 20D features outside 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 D600 has specifications of 141mm x 113mm x 82mm (5.6" x 4.4" x 3.2") having a weight of 850 grams (1.87 lbs).

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Bear in mind, the weight of an ILC will vary depending on the lens you use during that time. Underneath is the front view proportions comparison of the 20D and the D600.

Taking into consideration size and weight, the portability grade of the 20D and D600 is 59 and 56 respectively.

Usually, its tough to see the contrast in sensor sizes purely by seeing a spec sheet. The picture here will offer you a clearer sense of the sensor dimensions in the 20D and D600.

Clearly, each of these cameras posses different megapixels and different sensor sizes. The 20D because of its smaller sensor will make achieving bokeh more challenging and the Nikon D600 will produce greater detail as a result of its extra 16MP. Higher resolution can also let you crop shots somewhat more aggressively. The more aged 20D will be behind with regard to sensor tech.