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Canon 20Da vs Canon 30D

Portability
59
Imaging
46
Features
39
Overall
43
Canon EOS 20Da front
 
Canon EOS 30D front
Portability
58
Imaging
46
Features
39
Overall
43

Canon 20Da vs Canon 30D Key Specs

Canon 20Da
(Full Review)
  • 8MP - APS-C Sensor
  • 1.8" Fixed Display
  • ISO 100 - 1600 (Raise to 3200)
  • 1/8000s Max Shutter
  • No Video
  • Canon EF/EF-S Mount
  • 770g - 144 x 106 x 72mm
  • Revealed June 2005
Canon 30D
(Full Review)
  • 8MP - APS-C Sensor
  • 2.5" Fixed Display
  • ISO 100 - 1600 (Push to 3200)
  • 1/8000s Max Shutter
  • No Video
  • Canon EF/EF-S Mount
  • 784g - 144 x 106 x 74mm
  • Introduced April 2006
  • Replaced the Canon 20D
  • Newer Model is Canon 40D
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Canon 20Da vs Canon 30D Overview

Here, we are comparing the Canon 20Da vs Canon 30D, both Advanced DSLR cameras and both of them are manufactured by Canon. The resolution of the 20Da (8MP) and the 30D (8MP) is very comparable and both cameras have the identical sensor size (APS-C).

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The 20Da was manufactured 10 months earlier than the 30D and they are of a similar generation. Both of the cameras feature the same body design (Mid-size SLR).

Before delving into a more detailed comparison, here is a brief overview of how the 20Da matches up against the 30D with regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

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Reasons to pick Canon 20Da over the Canon 30D

 20Da 30D 

Reasons to pick Canon 30D over the Canon 20Da

 30D 20Da 
IntroducedApril 2006June 2005More modern by 10 months
Display size2.5"1.8"Larger display (+0.7")
Display resolution230k118kCrisper display (+112k dot)

Common features in the Canon 20Da and Canon 30D

 20Da 30D 
Manually focus Very precise focusing
Display typeFixed Fixed Fixed display
Selfie screen Neither includes selfie screen
Touch friendly display Neither includes Touch friendly display

Canon 20Da vs Canon 30D Physical Comparison

For anyone who is going to carry around your camera frequently, you're going to have to factor its weight and size. The Canon 20Da features 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) whilst the Canon 30D has specifications of 144mm x 106mm x 74mm (5.7" x 4.2" x 2.9") accompanied by a weight of 784 grams (1.73 lbs).

Look at the Canon 20Da vs Canon 30D in the latest Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool. Camera Size Comparison with Lenses

Always remember, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary depending on the lens you select during that time. The following is a front view size comparison of the 20Da vs the 30D.

Canon 20Da vs Canon 30D size comparison

Considering dimensions and weight, the portability score of the 20Da and 30D is 59 and 58 respectively.

Canon 20Da vs Canon 30D top view buttons comparison

Canon 20Da vs Canon 30D Sensor Comparison

Normally, it's hard to envision the difference in sensor sizes merely by checking out a spec sheet. The image underneath should give you a more clear sense of the sensor sizing in the 20Da and 30D.

Clearly, both of these cameras feature the identical sensor size and the same resolution and you should expect comparable quality of files however you should really consider the release date of the cameras into account. The more aged 20Da will be behind when it comes to sensor tech.

Canon 20Da vs Canon 30D sensor size comparison

Canon 20Da vs Canon 30D Screen and ViewFinder

Canon 20Da vs Canon 30D Screen and Viewfinder comparison
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Photography Type Scores

Portrait Comparison

Canon 20Da Portrait photography highlights
Canon 30D Portrait photography highlights
51
has manual focus
sensor size is nice (APS-C)
exports RAW formats
doesn't have liveview
low MP (8MP)
51
manual focus
decent sensor size (APS-C)
delivers RAW files
no liveview
low resolution (8 megapixels)
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Street Comparison

Canon 20Da as a Street photography camera
Canon 30D as a Street photography camera
53
sensor size is nice (APS-C)
exports RAW formats
no articulating screen
does not have image stabilization
52
decent sensor size (APS-C)
delivers RAW files
no moving screen
does not have image stabilization
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Sports Comparison

Sports photography with Canon 20Da
Sports photography with Canon 30D
44
great max shutter speed (1/8,000s)
sensor size is nice (APS-C)
comes with phase detect auto focus
doesn't have liveview
continuous shooting slow (5.0 fps)
does not have image stabilization
low MP (8MP)
44
great max shutter speed (1/8,000 seconds)
decent sensor size (APS-C)
sensor has phase detect auto focus
no liveview
painfully slow continuous shooting (5.0 fps)
does not have image stabilization
low resolution (8MP)
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Travel Comparison

Travel photography with Canon 20Da
Travel photography with Canon 30D
42
flash built-in
doesn't have Timelapse function
low MP (8MP)
doesn't have a selfie friendly screen
42
has built in flash
no Timelapse function
low resolution (8 megapixels)
display isn't selfie friendly
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Landscape Comparison

Canon 20Da as a Landscape photography camera
Canon 30D as a Landscape photography camera
46
has manual focus
change lenses (Canon EF/EF-S mount)
sensor size is nice (APS-C)
exports RAW formats
screen is somewhat small (1.8 inches)
doesn't have liveview
does not have image stabilization
low MP (8MP)
doesn't have Timelapse function
46
manual focus
interchangeable lenses (Canon EF/EF-S mount)
decent sensor size (APS-C)
delivers RAW files
screen is small (2.5 inch)
no liveview
does not have image stabilization
low resolution (8MP)
no Timelapse function
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Vlogging Comparison

Canon 20Da Vlogging factors
Canon 30D Vlogging factors
9
no video
9
can't shoot video
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Canon 20Da vs Canon 30D Specifications

Detailed spec comparison table for Canon 20Da and Canon 30D
 Canon EOS 20DaCanon EOS 30D
General Information
Make Canon Canon
Model Canon EOS 20Da Canon EOS 30D
Type Advanced DSLR Advanced DSLR
Revealed 2005-06-01 2006-04-04
Physical type Mid-size SLR Mid-size SLR
Sensor Information
Sensor type CMOS CMOS
Sensor size APS-C APS-C
Sensor measurements 22.5 x 15mm 22.5 x 15mm
Sensor area 337.5mm² 337.5mm²
Sensor resolution 8 megapixel 8 megapixel
Anti aliasing filter
Aspect ratio 3:2 3:2
Peak resolution 3504 x 2336 3504 x 2336
Highest native ISO 1600 1600
Highest enhanced ISO 3200 3200
Minimum native ISO 100 100
RAW photos
Autofocusing
Manual focus
Touch to focus
AF continuous
Single AF
Tracking AF
Selective AF
Center weighted AF
Multi area AF
AF live view
Face detect focusing
Contract detect focusing
Phase detect focusing
Number of focus points 9 9
Lens
Lens mount Canon EF/EF-S Canon EF/EF-S
Total lenses 326 326
Crop factor 1.6 1.6
Screen
Display type Fixed Type Fixed Type
Display diagonal 1.8 inches 2.5 inches
Display resolution 118k dots 230k dots
Selfie friendly
Liveview
Touch functionality
Viewfinder Information
Viewfinder type Optical (pentaprism) Optical (pentaprism)
Viewfinder coverage 95 percent 95 percent
Viewfinder magnification 0.56x 0.56x
Features
Minimum shutter speed 30 seconds 30 seconds
Fastest shutter speed 1/8000 seconds 1/8000 seconds
Continuous shutter rate 5.0 frames per sec 5.0 frames per sec
Shutter priority
Aperture priority
Expose Manually
Exposure compensation Yes Yes
Set WB
Image stabilization
Built-in flash
Flash range 12.00 m (ISO 100) 12.00 m (ISO 100)
Flash settings Auto, On, Red-eye reduction, Off Auto, On, Red-eye reduction, Off
External flash
Auto exposure bracketing
WB bracketing
Fastest flash synchronize 1/250 seconds 1/250 seconds
Exposure
Multisegment exposure
Average exposure
Spot exposure
Partial exposure
AF area exposure
Center weighted exposure
Video features
Highest video resolution None None
Microphone port
Headphone port
Connectivity
Wireless None None
Bluetooth
NFC
HDMI
USB USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec)
GPS None None
Physical
Environment sealing
Water proof
Dust proof
Shock proof
Crush proof
Freeze proof
Weight 770 grams (1.70 lb) 784 grams (1.73 lb)
Physical dimensions 144 x 106 x 72mm (5.7" x 4.2" x 2.8") 144 x 106 x 74mm (5.7" x 4.2" x 2.9")
DXO scores
DXO Overall score not tested 59
DXO Color Depth score not tested 21.5
DXO Dynamic range score not tested 10.8
DXO Low light score not tested 736
Other
Self timer Yes (10 sec (2 sec with mirror lock-up)) Yes (10 sec (2 sec with mirror lock-up))
Time lapse shooting
Type of storage Compact Flash (Type I or II) Compact Flash (Type I or II)
Card slots One One
Pricing at release $1,499 $773