Canon 300D vs Canon 760D

Here is a extensive comparison of the Canon 300D and Canon 760D, both Entry-Level DSLR cameras and they are both produced by Canon. There is a large difference among the image resolutions of the 300D (6MP) and 760D (24MP) but both cameras have the same sensor measurements (APS-C).

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The 300D was manufactured 12 years prior to the 760D and that is a fairly serious difference as far as camera tech is concerned. Both of these cameras have the same body design (Compact SLR).

Before diving straight to a thorough comparison, here is a simple summary of how the 300D grades versus the 760D in regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

Below is a preview of the gallery photos for Canon EOS 300D & Canon EOS 760D. The entire galleries are viewable at Canon 300D Gallery & Canon 760D Gallery.

For anybody who is intending to carry your camera regularly, you are going to need to factor in its weight and volume. The Canon 300D enjoys physical dimensions of 142mm x 99mm x 72mm (5.6" x 3.9" x 2.8") and a weight of 645 grams (1.42 lbs) while the Canon 760D has sizing of 132mm x 101mm x 78mm (5.2" x 4.0" x 3.1") along with a weight of 565 grams (1.25 lbs).

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Do not forget, the weight of an ILC will vary dependant on the lens you are employing during that time. Following is a front view sizing comparison of the 300D vs the 760D.

Considering size and weight, the portability rating of the 300D and 760D is 63 and 66 respectively.

Oftentimes, it can be difficult to imagine the gap in sensor sizing purely by going through specs. The visual below may offer you a greater sense of the sensor dimensions in the 300D and 760D.

All in all, each of the cameras provide the same sensor dimensions albeit different MP. You can count on the Canon 760D to show extra detail due to its extra 18 Megapixels. Higher resolution will also enable you to crop photographs more aggressively. The older 300D will be behind when it comes to sensor innovation.