Canon 20D vs Nikon D780

Below, we will be matching up the Canon 20D and Nikon D780, both Advanced DSLR cameras by rivals Canon and Nikon. There exists a huge gap among the image resolutions of the 20D (8MP) and D780 (25MP) and the 20D (APS-C) and D780 (Full frame) feature different sensor sizing.

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The 20D was introduced 16 years earlier than the D780 which is a fairly significant gap as far as camera technology is concerned. The two cameras come with the identical body type (Mid-size SLR).

Before diving through a in-depth comparison, below is a quick overview of how the 20D grades against the D780 in regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

Here is a preview of the gallery photos for Canon EOS 20D and Nikon D780. The whole galleries are viewable at Canon 20D Gallery and Nikon D780 Gallery.

If you're going to travel with your camera regularly, you are going to need to take into account its weight and dimensions. The Canon 20D enjoys external measurements of 144mm x 106mm x 72mm (5.7" x 4.2" x 2.8") and a weight of 770 grams (1.70 lbs) while the Nikon D780 has dimensions of 144mm x 116mm x 76mm (5.7" x 4.6" x 3.0") accompanied by a weight of 840 grams (1.85 lbs).

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Always remember, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change dependant on the lens you are utilising during that time. Here is the front view measurements comparison of the 20D and the D780.

Considering dimensions and weight, the portability grade of the 20D and D780 is 59 and 57 respectively.

More often than not, its hard to imagine the difference in sensor dimensions only by researching specifications. The image below will offer you a stronger sense of the sensor sizing in the 20D and D780.

To sum up, the 2 cameras have got different megapixels and different sensor dimensions. The 20D having a smaller sensor is going to make shooting shallow DOF harder and the Nikon D780 will provide you with more detail using its extra 17 Megapixels. Higher resolution can also let you crop pictures much more aggressively. The more aged 20D will be behind when it comes to sensor technology.