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Canon 20Da vs Nikon D7000

Portability
59
Imaging
46
Features
39
Overall
43
Canon EOS 20Da front
 
Nikon D7000 front
Portability
59
Imaging
56
Features
76
Overall
64

Canon 20Da vs Nikon D7000 Key Specs

Canon 20Da
(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
Nikon D7000
(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
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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).

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The 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.

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Reasons to pick Canon 20Da over the Nikon D7000

 20Da D7000 

Reasons to pick Nikon D7000 over the Canon 20Da

 D7000 20Da 
RevealedNovember 2010June 2005More modern by 66 months
Display size3"1.8"Larger display (+1.2")
Display resolution921k118kCrisper display (+803k dot)

Common features in the Canon 20Da and Nikon D7000

 20Da D7000 
Focus manually Very precise focusing
Display typeFixed 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. Camera Size Comparison with Lenses

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.

Canon 20Da vs Nikon D7000 size comparison

Factoring in dimensions and weight, the portability score of the 20Da and D7000 is 59 and 59 respectively.

Canon 20Da vs Nikon D7000 top view buttons comparison

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 sensor size comparison

Canon 20Da vs Nikon D7000 Screen and ViewFinder

Canon 20Da vs Nikon D7000 Screen and Viewfinder comparison
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Photography Type Scores

Portrait Comparison

Portrait photography with Canon 20Da
Portrait photography with Nikon D7000
51
focusing manually
good sensor size (APS-C)
supports RAW files
does not have liveview
sensor resolution low (8 megapixels)
73
focusing manually
decent MP (16 megapixels)
good sensor size (APS-C)
has face detection focus
exports RAW files
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Street Comparison

Canon 20Da as a Street photography camera
Nikon D7000 as a Street photography camera
53
good sensor size (APS-C)
supports RAW files
screen does not articulate
does not have image stabilization
58
good sensor size (APS-C)
exports RAW files
weather proofing
fixed screen
lack of image stabilization
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Sports Comparison

Canon 20Da Sports photography factors
Nikon D7000 Sports photography factors
44
high shutter speed (1/8,000s)
good sensor size (APS-C)
supports phase detect AF
does not have liveview
very slow continuous shooting (5.0 frames/s)
does not have image stabilization
sensor resolution low (8MP)
66
high shutter speed (1/8,000s)
decent MP (16MP)
good sensor size (APS-C)
has tracking autofocus
weather proofing
great battery power (1,050 per charge)
sensor has phase detect auto focus
max frames per second low (6.0 frames/s)
lack of image stabilization
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Travel Comparison

Travel photography with Canon 20Da
Travel photography with Nikon D7000
42
flash built-in
no Timelapse mode
sensor resolution low (8 megapixels)
does not have a selfie friendly screen
66
great battery power (1,050 CIPA)
weather proofing
decent MP (16 megapixels)
flash built-in
screen isn't selfie friendly
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Landscape Comparison

Canon 20Da Landscape photography information
Nikon D7000 Landscape photography information
46
focusing manually
change lenses (Canon EF/EF-S mount)
good sensor size (APS-C)
supports RAW files
screen is small (1.8")
does not have liveview
does not have image stabilization
sensor resolution low (8 megapixels)
no Timelapse mode
73
focusing manually
swap lenses (Nikon F mount)
screen is a decent size (3 inches)
decent MP (16 megapixels)
good sensor size (APS-C)
exports RAW files
weather proofing
great battery power (1,050 CIPA)
has dual storage slots
lack of image stabilization
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Vlogging Comparison

Canon 20Da Vlogging advice
Nikon D7000 Vlogging advice
9
no video
29
has face detection focus
good video quality (1920 x 1080 pixels)
includes external mic jack
screen isn't selfie friendly
lack of image stabilization
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Canon 20Da vs Nikon D7000 Specifications

Detailed spec comparison table for Canon 20Da and Nikon D7000
 Canon EOS 20DaNikon D7000
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