Canon 350D vs Nikon D60
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Canon 350D vs Nikon D60 Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 8MP - APS-C Sensor
- 1.8" Fixed Screen
- ISO 100 - 1600
- No Video
- Canon EF/EF-S Mount
- 540g - 127 x 94 x 64mm
- Launched April 2005
- Alternate Name is EOS Digital Rebel XT / EOS Kiss Digital N
- Earlier Model is Canon 300D
- Replacement is Canon 400D
(Full Review)
- 10MP - APS-C Sensor
- 2.5" Fixed Screen
- ISO 100 - 1600 (Raise to 3200)
- No Video
- Nikon F Mount
- 522g - 126 x 94 x 64mm
- Revealed March 2008
- Previous Model is Nikon D40X
- Renewed by Nikon D5000

Canon 350D vs Nikon D60 Overview
Here, we will be looking at the Canon 350D and Nikon D60, both Entry-Level DSLR digital cameras by manufacturers Canon and Nikon. The sensor resolution of the 350D (8MP) and the D60 (10MP) is relatively similar and both cameras offer the identical sensor measurements (APS-C).

The 350D was unveiled 3 years earlier than the D60 which is quite a big gap as far as tech is concerned. Each of these cameras feature the same body design (Compact SLR).
Before getting into a comprehensive comparison, here is a brief highlight of how the 350D scores versus the D60 when it comes to portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

Canon 350D vs Nikon D60 Gallery
This is a preview of the gallery photos for Canon EOS 350D and Nikon D60. The full galleries are provided at Canon 350D Gallery and Nikon D60 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Canon 350D over the Nikon D60
350D | D60 |
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Reasons to pick Nikon D60 over the Canon 350D
D60 | 350D | |||
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Revealed | March 2008 | ![]() | April 2005 | Newer by 35 months |
Screen size | 2.5" | ![]() | 1.8" | Bigger screen (+0.7") |
Screen resolution | 230k | ![]() | 115k | Clearer screen (+115k dot) |
Common features in the Canon 350D and Nikon D60
350D | D60 | |||
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Focus manually | ![]() | More precise focus | ||
Screen type | Fixed | ![]() | Fixed | Fixed screen |
Selfie screen | ![]() | Neither offers selfie screen | ||
Touch screen | ![]() | Neither offers Touch screen |
Canon 350D vs Nikon D60 Physical Comparison
If you're looking to travel with your camera regularly, you'll need to take into account its weight and proportions. The Canon 350D offers physical dimensions of 127mm x 94mm x 64mm (5.0" x 3.7" x 2.5") and a weight of 540 grams (1.19 lbs) whilst the Nikon D60 has measurements of 126mm x 94mm x 64mm (5.0" x 3.7" x 2.5") along with a weight of 522 grams (1.15 lbs).
Take a look at the Canon 350D and Nikon D60 in the new Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.
Take into consideration, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change based on the lens you are using at the time. The following is a front view size comparison of the 350D vs the D60.

Using size and weight, the portability score of the 350D and D60 is 70 and 70 respectively.

Canon 350D vs Nikon D60 Sensor Comparison
Oftentimes, it's hard to picture the contrast between sensor dimensions merely by reviewing specifications. The pic below will help provide you a far better sense of the sensor sizes in the 350D and D60.
To sum up, each of these cameras feature the identical sensor size albeit different MP. You should count on the Nikon D60 to deliver greater detail having an extra 2MP. Higher resolution can also help you crop photographs way more aggressively. The more aged 350D is going to be disadvantaged with regard to sensor tech.

Canon 350D vs Nikon D60 Screen and ViewFinder


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Canon 350D vs Nikon D60 Specifications
Canon EOS 350D | Nikon D60 | |
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General Information | ||
Make | Canon | Nikon |
Model type | Canon EOS 350D | Nikon D60 |
Also referred to as | EOS Digital Rebel XT / EOS Kiss Digital N | - |
Type | Entry-Level DSLR | Entry-Level DSLR |
Launched | 2005-04-06 | 2008-03-19 |
Body design | Compact SLR | Compact SLR |
Sensor Information | ||
Sensor type | CMOS | CCD |
Sensor size | APS-C | APS-C |
Sensor measurements | 22.2 x 14.8mm | 23.6 x 15.8mm |
Sensor area | 328.6mm² | 372.9mm² |
Sensor resolution | 8 megapixel | 10 megapixel |
Anti alias filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 3:2 | 3:2 |
Highest resolution | 3456 x 2304 | 3872 x 2592 |
Highest native ISO | 1600 | 1600 |
Highest boosted ISO | - | 3200 |
Lowest native ISO | 100 | 100 |
RAW format | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Focus manually | ||
Touch to focus | ||
AF continuous | ||
AF single | ||
AF tracking | ||
Selective AF | ||
Center weighted AF | ||
Multi area AF | ||
AF live view | ||
Face detection AF | ||
Contract detection AF | ||
Phase detection AF | ||
Total focus points | 7 | 3 |
Lens | ||
Lens mount type | Canon EF/EF-S | Nikon F |
Number of lenses | 326 | 309 |
Focal length multiplier | 1.6 | 1.5 |
Screen | ||
Screen type | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Screen diagonal | 1.8 inches | 2.5 inches |
Screen resolution | 115k dot | 230k dot |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch capability | ||
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder type | Optical (pentamirror) | Optical (pentamirror) |
Viewfinder coverage | 95 percent | 95 percent |
Viewfinder magnification | 0.5x | 0.53x |
Features | ||
Slowest shutter speed | 30 secs | 30 secs |
Maximum shutter speed | 1/4000 secs | 1/4000 secs |
Continuous shooting speed | 3.0 frames per second | 3.0 frames per second |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Manually set exposure | ||
Exposure compensation | Yes | Yes |
Set WB | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Integrated flash | ||
Flash distance | 12.00 m (ISO 100) | 12.00 m (at ISO 100) |
Flash modes | Auto, On, Red-eye reduction, Off | Auto, Red-Eye, Slow, Red-Eye Slow, Rear curtain |
External flash | ||
AE bracketing | ||
WB bracketing | ||
Maximum flash sync | 1/200 secs | 1/200 secs |
Exposure | ||
Multisegment exposure | ||
Average exposure | ||
Spot exposure | ||
Partial exposure | ||
AF area exposure | ||
Center weighted exposure | ||
Video features | ||
Highest video resolution | None | None |
Microphone jack | ||
Headphone jack | ||
Connectivity | ||
Wireless | None | None |
Bluetooth | ||
NFC | ||
HDMI | ||
USB | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) |
GPS | None | None |
Physical | ||
Environmental seal | ||
Water proofing | ||
Dust proofing | ||
Shock proofing | ||
Crush proofing | ||
Freeze proofing | ||
Weight | 540 grams (1.19 lb) | 522 grams (1.15 lb) |
Physical dimensions | 127 x 94 x 64mm (5.0" x 3.7" x 2.5") | 126 x 94 x 64mm (5.0" x 3.7" x 2.5") |
DXO scores | ||
DXO All around rating | 60 | 65 |
DXO Color Depth rating | 21.8 | 22.5 |
DXO Dynamic range rating | 10.8 | 11.4 |
DXO Low light rating | 637 | 562 |
Other | ||
Battery life | - | 500 photos |
Type of battery | - | Battery Pack |
Self timer | Yes (10 sec (2 sec with mirror lock-up)) | Yes (2 or 10 sec) |
Time lapse shooting | ||
Type of storage | Compact Flash (Type I or II) | SD/MMC/SDHC card |
Storage slots | One | One |
Launch cost | $500 | $398 |