Canon 20Da vs Nikon D7100
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Canon 20Da vs Nikon D7100 Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 8MP - APS-C Sensor
- 1.8" Fixed Display
- ISO 100 - 1600 (Push to 3200)
- 1/8000s Maximum Shutter
- No Video
- Canon EF/EF-S Mount
- 770g - 144 x 106 x 72mm
- Released June 2005
(Full Review)
- 24MP - APS-C Sensor
- 3.2" Fixed Screen
- ISO 100 - 6400 (Bump to 25600)
- No Anti-Alias Filter
- 1/8000s Maximum Shutter
- 1920 x 1080 video
- Nikon F Mount
- 765g - 136 x 107 x 76mm
- Launched April 2013
- Old Model is Nikon D7000
- Replacement is Nikon D7200
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Following is a extended analysis of the Canon 20Da vs Nikon D7100, both Advanced DSLR cameras by competitors Canon and Nikon. There exists a sizable gap among the resolutions of the 20Da (8MP) and D7100 (24MP) but both cameras provide the identical sensor size (APS-C).
Japan-exclusive Leica Leitz Phone 3 features big sensor and new modesThe 20Da was revealed 9 years before the D7100 which is a fairly significant difference as far as camera technology is concerned. The two cameras feature the same body design (Mid-size SLR).
Before diving into a in depth comparison, here is a concise introduction of how the 20Da scores against the D7100 when considering portability, imaging, features and an overall score.
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Reasons to pick Canon 20Da over the Nikon D7100
| 20Da | D7100 |
|---|
Reasons to pick Nikon D7100 over the Canon 20Da
| D7100 | 20Da | |||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Launched | April 2013 |  | June 2005 | More modern by 96 months |
| Screen size | 3.2" |  | 1.8" | Bigger screen (+1.4") |
| Screen resolution | 1229k |  | 118k | Sharper screen (+1111k dot) |
Common features in the Canon 20Da and Nikon D7100
| 20Da | D7100 | |||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Focus manually |  | Very exact focus | ||
| Screen type | Fixed |  | Fixed | Fixed screen |
| Selfie screen |  | Neither comes with selfie screen | ||
| Touch friendly screen |  | Neither comes with Touch friendly screen |
Canon 20Da vs Nikon D7100 Physical Comparison
If you're looking to carry around your camera regularly, you should factor in its weight and measurements. The Canon 20Da comes with exterior measurements of 144mm x 106mm x 72mm (5.7" x 4.2" x 2.8") having a weight of 770 grams (1.70 lbs) whilst the Nikon D7100 has proportions of 136mm x 107mm x 76mm (5.4" x 4.2" x 3.0") having a weight of 765 grams (1.69 lbs).
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Don't forget, the weight of an ILC will vary dependant on the lens you have chosen at that moment. Underneath is a front view proportions comparison of the 20Da versus the D7100.
Looking at dimensions and weight, the portability score of the 20Da and D7100 is 59 and 59 respectively.
Canon 20Da vs Nikon D7100 Sensor Comparison
More often than not, it can be hard to visualise the difference in sensor sizes merely by seeing specs. The pic below may provide you a better sense of the sensor sizing in the 20Da and D7100.
As you can plainly see, both of the cameras feature the identical sensor size albeit not the same megapixels. You can expect the Nikon D7100 to show extra detail because of its extra 16MP. Higher resolution will also let you crop shots way more aggressively. The more aged 20Da will be disadvantaged in sensor technology.
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Canon 20Da vs Nikon D7100 Specifications
| Canon EOS 20Da | Nikon D7100 | |
|---|---|---|
| General Information | ||
| Brand Name | Canon | Nikon |
| Model | Canon EOS 20Da | Nikon D7100 |
| Class | Advanced DSLR | Advanced DSLR |
| Released | 2005-06-01 | 2013-04-25 |
| Body design | Mid-size SLR | Mid-size SLR |
| Sensor Information | ||
| Sensor type | CMOS | CMOS |
| Sensor size | APS-C | APS-C |
| Sensor dimensions | 22.5 x 15mm | 23.5 x 15.6mm |
| Sensor surface area | 337.5mm² | 366.6mm² |
| Sensor resolution | 8MP | 24MP |
| Anti aliasing filter | ||
| Aspect ratio | 3:2 | 3:2 and 16:9 |
| Highest Possible resolution | 3504 x 2336 | 6000 x 4000 |
| Maximum native ISO | 1600 | 6400 |
| Maximum enhanced ISO | 3200 | 25600 |
| Lowest native ISO | 100 | 100 |
| RAW photos | ||
| Autofocusing | ||
| Focus manually | ||
| Touch focus | ||
| Continuous autofocus | ||
| Autofocus single | ||
| Autofocus tracking | ||
| Autofocus selectice | ||
| Center weighted autofocus | ||
| Autofocus multi area | ||
| Live view autofocus | ||
| Face detect autofocus | ||
| Contract detect autofocus | ||
| Phase detect autofocus | ||
| Number of focus points | 9 | 51 |
| Cross focus points | - | 15 |
| Lens | ||
| Lens mounting type | Canon EF/EF-S | Nikon F |
| Amount of lenses | 326 | 309 |
| Crop factor | 1.6 | 1.5 |
| Screen | ||
| Display type | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
| Display diagonal | 1.8 inches | 3.2 inches |
| Resolution of display | 118k dot | 1,229k dot |
| Selfie friendly | ||
| Liveview | ||
| Touch capability | ||
| Display technology | - | Wide Viewing Angle TFT-LCD monitor |
| Viewfinder Information | ||
| Viewfinder | Optical (pentaprism) | Optical (pentaprism) |
| Viewfinder coverage | 95 percent | 100 percent |
| Viewfinder magnification | 0.56x | 0.63x |
| Features | ||
| Min shutter speed | 30s | 30s |
| Max shutter speed | 1/8000s | 1/8000s |
| Continuous shutter speed | 5.0 frames/s | 6.0 frames/s |
| Shutter priority | ||
| Aperture priority | ||
| Manually set exposure | ||
| Exposure compensation | Yes | Yes |
| Custom white balance | ||
| 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 |
| External flash | ||
| AEB | ||
| White balance bracketing | ||
| Max flash sync | 1/250s | 1/250s |
| Exposure | ||
| Multisegment metering | ||
| Average metering | ||
| Spot metering | ||
| Partial metering | ||
| AF area metering | ||
| Center weighted metering | ||
| Video features | ||
| Video resolutions | - | 1920 x 1080 (60, 50, 25, 24 fps), 1280 x 720 (60, 50 fps), 640 x 424 (30, 24 fps) |
| Maximum video resolution | None | 1920x1080 |
| Video file format | - | MPEG-4, H.264 |
| Mic jack | ||
| Headphone jack | ||
| Connectivity | ||
| Wireless | None | Optional |
| 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 gr (1.70 lbs) | 765 gr (1.69 lbs) |
| Physical dimensions | 144 x 106 x 72mm (5.7" x 4.2" x 2.8") | 136 x 107 x 76mm (5.4" x 4.2" x 3.0") |
| DXO scores | ||
| DXO Overall score | not tested | 83 |
| DXO Color Depth score | not tested | 24.2 |
| DXO Dynamic range score | not tested | 13.7 |
| DXO Low light score | not tested | 1256 |
| Other | ||
| Battery life | - | 950 shots |
| Style of battery | - | Battery Pack |
| Battery model | - | EN-EL15 |
| Self timer | Yes (10 sec (2 sec with mirror lock-up)) | Yes (2 or 10 seconds) |
| Time lapse feature | ||
| Type of storage | Compact Flash (Type I or II) | SD/SDHC/SDXC x 2 slots |
| Storage slots | Single | Dual |
| Pricing at release | $1,499 | $800 |