Canon 20D vs Nikon D7100
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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 Nikon D7100 Key Specs
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- 24MP - APS-C Sensor
- 3.2" Fixed Screen
- ISO 100 - 6400 (Expand to 25600)
- No Anti-Alias Filter
- 1/8000s Max Shutter
- 1920 x 1080 video
- Nikon F Mount
- 765g - 136 x 107 x 76mm
- Released April 2013
- Earlier Model is Nikon D7000
- Later Model is Nikon D7200
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Canon 20D vs Nikon D7100 Overview
Below is a thorough analysis of the Canon 20D versus Nikon D7100, both Advanced DSLR digital cameras by brands Canon and Nikon. There is a significant difference between the image resolutions of the 20D (8MP) and D7100 (24MP) but both cameras provide the identical sensor dimensions (APS-C).
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The 20D was revealed 9 years earlier than the D7100 and that is quite a sizable gap as far as tech is concerned. Each of the cameras feature the same body design (Mid-size SLR).
Before getting straight to a more detailed comparison, here is a quick overview of how the 20D grades against the D7100 with respect to portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.
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Canon 20D vs Nikon D7100 Gallery
Below is a preview of the gallery photos for Canon EOS 20D and Nikon D7100. The full galleries are provided at Canon 20D Gallery and Nikon D7100 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Canon 20D over the Nikon D7100
20D | D7100 |
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Reasons to pick Nikon D7100 over the Canon 20D
D7100 | 20D | |||
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Released | April 2013 | ![]() | November 2004 | More recent by 103 months |
Screen size | 3.2" | ![]() | 1.8" | Bigger screen (+1.4") |
Screen resolution | 1229k | ![]() | 118k | Clearer screen (+1111k dot) |
Common features in the Canon 20D and Nikon D7100
20D | D7100 | |||
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Manually focus | ![]() | Dial accurate focus | ||
Screen type | Fixed | ![]() | Fixed | Fixed screen |
Selfie screen | ![]() | Neither has selfie screen | ||
Touch friendly screen | ![]() | Neither has Touch friendly screen |
Canon 20D vs Nikon D7100 Physical Comparison
If you're aiming to lug around your camera regularly, you are going to need to think about its weight and measurements. The Canon 20D has physical dimensions of 144mm x 106mm x 72mm (5.7" x 4.2" x 2.8") accompanied by a weight of 770 grams (1.70 lbs) while the Nikon D7100 has proportions of 136mm x 107mm x 76mm (5.4" x 4.2" x 3.0") along with a weight of 765 grams (1.69 lbs).
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Always remember, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary dependant on the lens you are working with at that time. Here is a front view physical size comparison of the 20D and the D7100.
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Using size and weight, the portability rating of the 20D and D7100 is 59 and 59 respectively.
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Canon 20D vs Nikon D7100 Sensor Comparison
In many cases, it is tough to envision the gap between sensor measurements merely by going over specs. The visual here should provide you a greater sense of the sensor dimensions in the 20D and D7100.
As you can plainly see, both of those cameras feature the identical sensor size albeit not the same megapixels. You should count on the Nikon D7100 to offer greater detail because of its extra 16 Megapixels. Higher resolution can also help you crop photographs way more aggressively. The older 20D is going to be disadvantaged with regard to sensor innovation.
![Canon 20D vs Nikon D7100 sensor size comparison Canon 20D vs Nikon D7100 sensor size comparison](https://pxlmag.com/db/images/sensor-compare/Canon-EOS-20D-vs-Nikon-D7100-sensor-size-comparison.png)
Canon 20D vs Nikon D7100 Screen and ViewFinder
![Canon 20D vs Nikon D7100 Screen and Viewfinder comparison Canon 20D vs Nikon D7100 Screen and Viewfinder comparison](https://pxlmag.com/db/images/camera-compare/Canon-EOS-20D-vs-Nikon-D7100-screen-back-comparison.jpg)
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Photography Type Scores
Portrait Comparison
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Street Comparison
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Sports Comparison
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Travel Comparison
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Landscape Comparison
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Vlogging Comparison
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Canon 20D vs Nikon D7100 Specifications
Canon EOS 20D | Nikon D7100 | |
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General Information | ||
Company | Canon | Nikon |
Model | Canon EOS 20D | Nikon D7100 |
Category | Advanced DSLR | Advanced DSLR |
Launched | 2004-11-03 | 2013-04-25 |
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 | 23.5 x 15.6mm |
Sensor area | 337.5mm² | 366.6mm² |
Sensor resolution | 8MP | 24MP |
Anti aliasing filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 3:2 | 3:2 and 16:9 |
Maximum resolution | 3504 x 2336 | 6000 x 4000 |
Maximum native ISO | 1600 | 6400 |
Maximum boosted ISO | 3200 | 25600 |
Minimum native ISO | 100 | 100 |
RAW files | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Manual focus | ||
Touch focus | ||
AF continuous | ||
Single AF | ||
Tracking AF | ||
Selective AF | ||
Center weighted AF | ||
Multi area AF | ||
AF live view | ||
Face detection AF | ||
Contract detection AF | ||
Phase detection AF | ||
Number of focus points | 9 | 51 |
Cross focus points | - | 15 |
Lens | ||
Lens mounting type | Canon EF/EF-S | Nikon F |
Total lenses | 326 | 309 |
Crop factor | 1.6 | 1.5 |
Screen | ||
Screen type | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Screen sizing | 1.8 inch | 3.2 inch |
Resolution of screen | 118k dot | 1,229k dot |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch capability | ||
Screen tech | - | Wide Viewing Angle TFT-LCD monitor |
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder | Optical (pentaprism) | Optical (pentaprism) |
Viewfinder coverage | 95 percent | 100 percent |
Viewfinder magnification | 0.56x | 0.63x |
Features | ||
Lowest shutter speed | 30s | 30s |
Highest shutter speed | 1/8000s | 1/8000s |
Continuous shooting speed | 5.0fps | 6.0fps |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Manual exposure | ||
Exposure compensation | - | Yes |
Change WB | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Built-in flash | ||
Flash range | 12.00 m (ISO 100) | 12.00 m (at ISO 100) |
Flash options | Auto, On, Red-eye reduction, Off | Auto, On, Off, Red-eye, Slow sync, Rear curtain |
External flash | ||
AEB | ||
WB bracketing | ||
Highest flash sync | - | 1/250s |
Exposure | ||
Multisegment metering | ||
Average metering | ||
Spot metering | ||
Partial metering | ||
AF area metering | ||
Center weighted metering | ||
Video features | ||
Video resolutions | - | 1920 x 1080 (60, 50, 25, 24 fps), 1280 x 720 (60, 50 fps), 640 x 424 (30, 24 fps) |
Maximum video resolution | None | 1920x1080 |
Video file format | - | MPEG-4, H.264 |
Microphone input | ||
Headphone input | ||
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 gr (1.70 pounds) | 765 gr (1.69 pounds) |
Physical dimensions | 144 x 106 x 72mm (5.7" x 4.2" x 2.8") | 136 x 107 x 76mm (5.4" x 4.2" x 3.0") |
DXO scores | ||
DXO All around score | 62 | 83 |
DXO Color Depth score | 21.9 | 24.2 |
DXO Dynamic range score | 11.0 | 13.7 |
DXO Low light score | 721 | 1256 |
Other | ||
Battery life | - | 950 pictures |
Battery format | - | Battery Pack |
Battery model | - | EN-EL15 |
Self timer | Yes (10 sec (2 sec with mirror lock-up)) | Yes (2 or 10 seconds) |
Time lapse recording | ||
Type of storage | Compact Flash (Type I or II) | SD/SDHC/SDXC x 2 slots |
Storage slots | 1 | Two |
Cost at launch | $1,300 | $800 |