Canon 20Da vs Nikon D7000
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Canon 20Da vs Nikon D7000 Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 8MP - APS-C Sensor
- 1.8" Fixed Screen
- ISO 100 - 1600 (Raise to 3200)
- 1/8000s Max Shutter
- No Video
- Canon EF/EF-S Mount
- 770g - 144 x 106 x 72mm
- Launched June 2005
(Full Review)
- 16MP - APS-C Sensor
- 3" Fixed Display
- ISO 100 - 6400 (Bump to 25600)
- 1/8000s Max Shutter
- 1920 x 1080 video
- Nikon F Mount
- 780g - 132 x 105 x 77mm
- Revealed November 2010
- Old Model is Nikon D90
- Updated by Nikon D7100
Canon 20Da vs Nikon D7000 Overview
Its time to look more in depth at the Canon 20Da versus Nikon D7000, both Advanced DSLR cameras by competitors Canon and Nikon. There exists a significant gap among the resolutions of the 20Da (8MP) and D7000 (16MP) but both cameras posses the identical sensor dimensions (APS-C).
Meta to Introduce 'AI-Generated' Labels for Media starting next monthThe 20Da was brought out 6 years earlier than the D7000 which is a fairly sizable gap as far as camera technology is concerned. Each of these cameras feature the same body design (Mid-size SLR).
Before we go straight to a comprehensive comparison, here is a simple highlight of how the 20Da scores against the D7000 in terms of portability, imaging, features and an overall score.
Canon 20Da vs Nikon D7000 Gallery
The following is a sample of the gallery pictures for Canon EOS 20Da and Nikon D7000. The entire galleries are viewable at Canon 20Da Gallery and Nikon D7000 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Canon 20Da over the Nikon D7000
20Da | D7000 |
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Reasons to pick Nikon D7000 over the Canon 20Da
D7000 | 20Da | |||
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Revealed | November 2010 | June 2005 | More modern by 66 months | |
Display size | 3" | 1.8" | Larger display (+1.2") | |
Display resolution | 921k | 118k | Crisper display (+803k dot) |
Common features in the Canon 20Da and Nikon D7000
20Da | D7000 | |||
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Focus manually | Very precise focusing | |||
Display type | Fixed | Fixed | Fixed display | |
Selfie screen | Neither provides selfie screen | |||
Touch display | Neither provides Touch display |
Canon 20Da vs Nikon D7000 Physical Comparison
For anybody who is looking to carry around your camera frequently, you're going to have to consider its weight and dimensions. The Canon 20Da provides exterior dimensions 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 D7000 has dimensions of 132mm x 105mm x 77mm (5.2" x 4.1" x 3.0") along with a weight of 780 grams (1.72 lbs).
Take a look at the Canon 20Da versus Nikon D7000 in the all new Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.Bear in mind, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change depending on the lens you use during that time. Following is a front view dimension comparison of the 20Da compared to the D7000.
Factoring in dimensions and weight, the portability score of the 20Da and D7000 is 59 and 59 respectively.
Canon 20Da vs Nikon D7000 Sensor Comparison
Sometimes, it's tough to envision the contrast in sensor sizes simply by viewing specifications. The pic here might offer you a better sense of the sensor sizes in the 20Da and D7000.
To sum up, each of these cameras come with the identical sensor size but not the same MP. You should anticipate the Nikon D7000 to provide you with more detail having its extra 8 Megapixels. Greater resolution can also let you crop images a good deal more aggressively. The more aged 20Da will be disadvantaged with regard to sensor technology.
Canon 20Da vs Nikon D7000 Screen and ViewFinder
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Canon 20Da vs Nikon D7000 Specifications
Canon EOS 20Da | Nikon D7000 | |
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General Information | ||
Brand | Canon | Nikon |
Model | Canon EOS 20Da | Nikon D7000 |
Class | Advanced DSLR | Advanced DSLR |
Launched | 2005-06-01 | 2010-11-30 |
Body design | Mid-size SLR | Mid-size SLR |
Sensor Information | ||
Chip | - | Expeed 2 |
Sensor type | CMOS | CMOS |
Sensor size | APS-C | APS-C |
Sensor dimensions | 22.5 x 15mm | 23.6 x 15.7mm |
Sensor surface area | 337.5mm² | 370.5mm² |
Sensor resolution | 8 megapixel | 16 megapixel |
Anti aliasing filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 3:2 | 3:2 |
Maximum resolution | 3504 x 2336 | 4928 x 3264 |
Maximum native ISO | 1600 | 6400 |
Maximum boosted ISO | 3200 | 25600 |
Min native ISO | 100 | 100 |
RAW pictures | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Focus manually | ||
Touch focus | ||
Continuous AF | ||
AF single | ||
Tracking AF | ||
AF selectice | ||
Center weighted AF | ||
AF multi area | ||
Live view AF | ||
Face detection focusing | ||
Contract detection focusing | ||
Phase detection focusing | ||
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 | 1.5 |
Screen | ||
Screen type | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Screen diagonal | 1.8" | 3" |
Resolution of screen | 118k dot | 921k dot |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch operation | ||
Screen technology | - | TFT LCD monitor |
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder | Optical (pentaprism) | Optical (pentaprism) |
Viewfinder coverage | 95 percent | 100 percent |
Viewfinder magnification | 0.56x | 0.64x |
Features | ||
Lowest shutter speed | 30s | 30s |
Highest shutter speed | 1/8000s | 1/8000s |
Continuous shooting speed | 5.0fps | 6.0fps |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Manually set exposure | ||
Exposure compensation | Yes | Yes |
Set WB | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Integrated 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 |
Hot shoe | ||
AE bracketing | ||
White balance bracketing | ||
Highest flash sync | 1/250s | 1/250s |
Exposure | ||
Multisegment | ||
Average | ||
Spot | ||
Partial | ||
AF area | ||
Center weighted | ||
Video features | ||
Video resolutions | - | 1920 x 1080 (24 fps), 1280 x 720 (24, 25, 30 fps), 640 x 424 (24 fps) |
Maximum video resolution | None | 1920x1080 |
Video format | - | MPEG-4, H.264 |
Mic input | ||
Headphone input | ||
Connectivity | ||
Wireless | None | Eye-Fi Connected |
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 lb) | 780 grams (1.72 lb) |
Physical dimensions | 144 x 106 x 72mm (5.7" x 4.2" x 2.8") | 132 x 105 x 77mm (5.2" x 4.1" x 3.0") |
DXO scores | ||
DXO All around score | not tested | 80 |
DXO Color Depth score | not tested | 23.5 |
DXO Dynamic range score | not tested | 13.9 |
DXO Low light score | not tested | 1167 |
Other | ||
Battery life | - | 1050 photographs |
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 |
Storage slots | Single | 2 |
Cost at launch | $1,499 | $1,049 |