Canon 20D vs Nikon D610
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Canon 20D vs Nikon D610 Key Specs
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- 24MP - Full frame Sensor
- 3.2" Fixed Screen
- ISO 100 - 6400 (Push to 25600)
- 1920 x 1080 video
- Nikon F Mount
- 850g - 141 x 113 x 82mm
- Introduced October 2013
- Old Model is Nikon D600

Canon 20D vs Nikon D610 Overview
Let's look more closely at the Canon 20D versus Nikon D610, both Advanced DSLR digital cameras by manufacturers Canon and Nikon. There is a significant difference between the resolutions of the 20D (8MP) and D610 (24MP) and the 20D (APS-C) and D610 (Full frame) provide different sensor dimensions.

The 20D was manufactured 10 years earlier than the D610 which is quite a sizable gap as far as tech is concerned. Each of these cameras have the same body design (Mid-size SLR).
Before diving into a more detailed comparison, here is a simple summation of how the 20D grades against the D610 in relation to portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

Canon 20D vs Nikon D610 Gallery
This is a preview of the gallery photos for Canon EOS 20D and Nikon D610. The entire galleries are provided at Canon 20D Gallery and Nikon D610 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Canon 20D over the Nikon D610
20D | D610 |
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Reasons to pick Nikon D610 over the Canon 20D
D610 | 20D | |||
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Introduced | October 2013 | ![]() | November 2004 | More modern by 108 months |
Screen dimensions | 3.2" | ![]() | 1.8" | Bigger screen (+1.4") |
Screen resolution | 921k | ![]() | 118k | Sharper screen (+803k dot) |
Common features in the Canon 20D and Nikon D610
20D | D610 | |||
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Manual focus | ![]() | Dial precise focusing | ||
Screen type | Fixed | ![]() | Fixed | Fixed screen |
Selfie screen | ![]() | Neither features selfie screen | ||
Touch friendly screen | ![]() | Neither features Touch friendly screen |
Canon 20D vs Nikon D610 Physical Comparison
If you're going to carry around your camera, you'll need to consider its weight and proportions. The Canon 20D enjoys outside measurements of 144mm x 106mm x 72mm (5.7" x 4.2" x 2.8") accompanied by a weight of 770 grams (1.70 lbs) and the Nikon D610 has measurements of 141mm x 113mm x 82mm (5.6" x 4.4" x 3.2") having a weight of 850 grams (1.87 lbs).
See the Canon 20D versus Nikon D610 in the new Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.
Do not forget, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary dependant on the lens you use during that time. Below is a front view physical size comparison of the 20D versus the D610.

Considering size and weight, the portability score of the 20D and D610 is 59 and 56 respectively.

Canon 20D vs Nikon D610 Sensor Comparison
Generally, it is very difficult to picture the difference between sensor sizes just by going over specs. The pic underneath should provide you a far better sense of the sensor sizing in the 20D and D610.
All in all, both the cameras provide different resolutions and different sensor sizes. The 20D due to its tinier sensor is going to make shooting shallow DOF more difficult and the Nikon D610 will deliver extra detail due to its extra 16 Megapixels. Higher resolution will make it easier to crop pictures more aggressively. The more aged 20D is going to be disadvantaged with regard to sensor technology.

Canon 20D vs Nikon D610 Screen and ViewFinder


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Canon 20D vs Nikon D610 Specifications
Canon EOS 20D | Nikon D610 | |
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General Information | ||
Brand Name | Canon | Nikon |
Model | Canon EOS 20D | Nikon D610 |
Type | Advanced DSLR | Advanced DSLR |
Introduced | 2004-11-03 | 2013-10-08 |
Body design | Mid-size SLR | Mid-size SLR |
Sensor Information | ||
Chip | - | Expeed 3 |
Sensor type | CMOS | CMOS |
Sensor size | APS-C | Full frame |
Sensor dimensions | 22.5 x 15mm | 35.9 x 24mm |
Sensor surface area | 337.5mm² | 861.6mm² |
Sensor resolution | 8 megapixel | 24 megapixel |
Anti aliasing filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 3:2 | 3:2 |
Max resolution | 3504 x 2336 | 6016 x 4016 |
Max native ISO | 1600 | 6400 |
Max enhanced ISO | 3200 | 25600 |
Lowest native ISO | 100 | 100 |
RAW files | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Focus manually | ||
Touch to focus | ||
Continuous autofocus | ||
Single autofocus | ||
Tracking autofocus | ||
Autofocus selectice | ||
Autofocus center weighted | ||
Autofocus multi area | ||
Live view autofocus | ||
Face detection focus | ||
Contract detection focus | ||
Phase detection focus | ||
Number of focus points | 9 | 39 |
Cross focus points | - | 9 |
Lens | ||
Lens mounting type | Canon EF/EF-S | Nikon F |
Amount of lenses | 326 | 309 |
Crop factor | 1.6 | 1 |
Screen | ||
Range of screen | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Screen size | 1.8 inches | 3.2 inches |
Resolution of screen | 118k dot | 921k dot |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch operation | ||
Screen technology | - | TFT LCD monitor |
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder type | Optical (pentaprism) | Optical (pentaprism) |
Viewfinder coverage | 95 percent | 100 percent |
Viewfinder magnification | 0.56x | 0.7x |
Features | ||
Minimum shutter speed | 30 seconds | 30 seconds |
Fastest shutter speed | 1/8000 seconds | 1/4000 seconds |
Continuous shutter speed | 5.0 frames per second | 6.0 frames per second |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Expose Manually | ||
Exposure compensation | - | Yes |
Set white balance | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Built-in flash | ||
Flash range | 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 | ||
AEB | ||
WB bracketing | ||
Fastest flash sync | - | 1/200 seconds |
Exposure | ||
Multisegment metering | ||
Average metering | ||
Spot metering | ||
Partial metering | ||
AF area metering | ||
Center weighted metering | ||
Video features | ||
Supported video resolutions | - | 1920 x 1080 (30, 25, 24 fps), 1280 x 720 (60, 50, 30, 25 fps) |
Max video resolution | None | 1920x1080 |
Video data format | - | MPEG-4, H.264 |
Mic jack | ||
Headphone jack | ||
Connectivity | ||
Wireless | None | Optional |
Bluetooth | ||
NFC | ||
HDMI | ||
USB | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) |
GPS | None | Optional |
Physical | ||
Environment seal | ||
Water proof | ||
Dust proof | ||
Shock proof | ||
Crush proof | ||
Freeze proof | ||
Weight | 770 grams (1.70 lbs) | 850 grams (1.87 lbs) |
Physical dimensions | 144 x 106 x 72mm (5.7" x 4.2" x 2.8") | 141 x 113 x 82mm (5.6" x 4.4" x 3.2") |
DXO scores | ||
DXO Overall score | 62 | 94 |
DXO Color Depth score | 21.9 | 25.1 |
DXO Dynamic range score | 11.0 | 14.4 |
DXO Low light score | 721 | 2925 |
Other | ||
Battery life | - | 900 photos |
Battery form | - | Battery Pack |
Battery model | - | EN-EL15 |
Self timer | Yes (10 sec (2 sec with mirror lock-up)) | Yes |
Time lapse shooting | ||
Storage media | Compact Flash (Type I or II) | SD/SDHC/SDXC x 2 slots |
Storage slots | One | 2 |
Cost at release | $1,300 | $1,600 |