Canon 20Da vs Nikon D100
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Canon 20Da vs Nikon D100 Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 8MP - APS-C Sensor
- 1.8" Fixed Display
- ISO 100 - 1600 (Raise to 3200)
- 1/8000s Maximum Shutter
- No Video
- Canon EF/EF-S Mount
- 770g - 144 x 106 x 72mm
- Released June 2005
(Full Review)
- 6MP - APS-C Sensor
- 1.8" Fixed Screen
- ISO 200 - 1600
- No Video
- Nikon F Mount
- 780g - 144 x 116 x 81mm
- Revealed July 2002
- Replacement is Nikon D200

Canon 20Da vs Nikon D100 Overview
In this write-up, we will be contrasting the Canon 20Da versus Nikon D100, both Advanced DSLR digital cameras by rivals Canon and Nikon. There exists a considerable gap between the image resolutions of the 20Da (8MP) and D100 (6MP) but they come with the same exact sensor dimensions (APS-C).

The 20Da was launched 2 years after the D100 which is quite a large difference as far as technology is concerned. Each of these cameras offer the identical body type (Mid-size SLR).
Before we go through a in depth comparison, below is a quick synopsis of how the 20Da scores against the D100 in terms of portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

Canon 20Da vs Nikon D100 Gallery
Following is a preview of the gallery photos for Canon EOS 20Da & Nikon D100. The complete galleries are available at Canon 20Da Gallery & Nikon D100 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Canon 20Da over the Nikon D100
20Da | D100 | |||
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Revealed | June 2005 | ![]() | July 2002 | More modern by 35 months |
Reasons to pick Nikon D100 over the Canon 20Da
D100 | 20Da |
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Common features in the Canon 20Da and Nikon D100
20Da | D100 | |||
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Manually focus | ![]() | More precise focusing | ||
Screen type | Fixed | ![]() | Fixed | Fixed screen |
Screen sizing | 1.8" | ![]() | 1.8" | Equivalent screen sizing |
Screen resolution | 118k | ![]() | 118k | Identical screen resolution |
Selfie screen | ![]() | Neither features selfie screen | ||
Touch friendly screen | ![]() | Neither features Touch friendly screen |
Canon 20Da vs Nikon D100 Physical Comparison
If you are intending to carry around your camera regularly, you should think about its weight and size. The Canon 20Da enjoys outer 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) whilst the Nikon D100 has specifications of 144mm x 116mm x 81mm (5.7" x 4.6" x 3.2") accompanied by a weight of 780 grams (1.72 lbs).
Take a look at the Canon 20Da versus Nikon D100 in our brand new Camera plus Lens Size Comparison Tool.
Bear in mind, the weight of an ILC will change based on the lens you are utilising during that time. Following is the front view over all size comparison of the 20Da vs the D100.

Taking into consideration dimensions and weight, the portability grade of the 20Da and D100 is 59 and 58 respectively.

Canon 20Da vs Nikon D100 Sensor Comparison
More often than not, it can be tough to envision the gap between sensor sizes just by reading through specs. The image below will help offer you a stronger sense of the sensor dimensions in the 20Da and D100.
As you can plainly see, both of the cameras enjoy the same exact sensor sizing albeit not the same resolution. You can count on the Canon 20Da to resolve extra detail utilizing its extra 2 Megapixels. Higher resolution will also help you crop shots far more aggressively. The more modern 20Da is going to have an advantage in sensor technology.

Canon 20Da vs Nikon D100 Screen and ViewFinder


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Canon 20Da vs Nikon D100 Specifications
Canon EOS 20Da | Nikon D100 | |
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General Information | ||
Brand Name | Canon | Nikon |
Model | Canon EOS 20Da | Nikon D100 |
Category | Advanced DSLR | Advanced DSLR |
Released | 2005-06-01 | 2002-07-26 |
Physical type | Mid-size SLR | Mid-size SLR |
Sensor Information | ||
Sensor type | CMOS | CCD |
Sensor size | APS-C | APS-C |
Sensor dimensions | 22.5 x 15mm | 23.7 x 15.5mm |
Sensor surface area | 337.5mm² | 367.4mm² |
Sensor resolution | 8MP | 6MP |
Anti aliasing filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 3:2 | 3:2 |
Maximum resolution | 3504 x 2336 | 3008 x 2000 |
Maximum native ISO | 1600 | 1600 |
Maximum boosted ISO | 3200 | - |
Min native ISO | 100 | 200 |
RAW images | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Focus manually | ||
Touch to focus | ||
Continuous AF | ||
Single AF | ||
AF tracking | ||
AF selectice | ||
AF center weighted | ||
AF multi area | ||
Live view AF | ||
Face detect AF | ||
Contract detect AF | ||
Phase detect AF | ||
Number of focus points | 9 | - |
Lens | ||
Lens mount | Canon EF/EF-S | Nikon F |
Available lenses | 326 | 309 |
Focal length multiplier | 1.6 | 1.5 |
Screen | ||
Display type | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Display diagonal | 1.8 inch | 1.8 inch |
Resolution of display | 118 thousand dots | 118 thousand dots |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch operation | ||
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder type | Optical (pentaprism) | Optical (pentaprism) |
Viewfinder coverage | 95% | 95% |
Viewfinder magnification | 0.56x | 0.53x |
Features | ||
Slowest shutter speed | 30s | 30s |
Maximum shutter speed | 1/8000s | 1/4000s |
Continuous shooting rate | 5.0 frames per second | 3.0 frames per second |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Expose Manually | ||
Exposure compensation | Yes | Yes |
Change WB | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Integrated flash | ||
Flash range | 12.00 m (ISO 100) | 11.00 m |
Flash options | Auto, On, Red-eye reduction, Off | Auto, On, Off, Front curtain, Rear curtain, Red-Eye, Slow Sync |
External flash | ||
Auto exposure bracketing | ||
White balance bracketing | ||
Maximum flash synchronize | 1/250s | 1/180s |
Exposure | ||
Multisegment exposure | ||
Average exposure | ||
Spot exposure | ||
Partial exposure | ||
AF area exposure | ||
Center weighted exposure | ||
Video features | ||
Maximum video resolution | None | None |
Mic support | ||
Headphone support | ||
Connectivity | ||
Wireless | None | None |
Bluetooth | ||
NFC | ||
HDMI | ||
USB | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) | USB 1.0 (1.5 Mbit/sec) |
GPS | None | None |
Physical | ||
Environmental sealing | ||
Water proof | ||
Dust proof | ||
Shock proof | ||
Crush proof | ||
Freeze proof | ||
Weight | 770 gr (1.70 lbs) | 780 gr (1.72 lbs) |
Dimensions | 144 x 106 x 72mm (5.7" x 4.2" x 2.8") | 144 x 116 x 81mm (5.7" x 4.6" x 3.2") |
DXO scores | ||
DXO All around score | not tested | not tested |
DXO Color Depth score | not tested | not tested |
DXO Dynamic range score | not tested | not tested |
DXO Low light score | not tested | not tested |
Other | ||
Self timer | Yes (10 sec (2 sec with mirror lock-up)) | Yes (2, 5, 2 or 100 sec) |
Time lapse shooting | ||
Type of storage | Compact Flash (Type I or II) | Compact Flash (Type I or II) |
Card slots | Single | Single |
Retail cost | $1,499 | $170 |