Canon 4000D vs Nikon D3300
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Canon 4000D vs Nikon D3300 Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 18MP - APS-C Sensor
- 2.7" Fixed Screen
- ISO 100 - 6400 (Bump to 12800)
- 1920 x 1080 video
- Canon EF/EF-S Mount
- 436g - 129 x 102 x 77mm
- Revealed February 2018
(Full Review)
- 24MP - APS-C Sensor
- 3" Fixed Display
- ISO 100 - 12800 (Raise to 25600)
- No Anti-Alias Filter
- 1920 x 1080 video
- Nikon F Mount
- 430g - 124 x 98 x 76mm
- Introduced April 2014
- Old Model is Nikon D3200
- Newer Model is Nikon D3400

Canon 4000D vs Nikon D3300 Overview
Following is a complete comparison of the Canon 4000D vs Nikon D3300, both Entry-Level DSLR cameras by rivals Canon and Nikon. There is a crucial difference among the resolutions of the 4000D (18MP) and D3300 (24MP) but they enjoy the same exact sensor sizing (APS-C).

The 4000D was unveiled 3 years after the D3300 which is a fairly serious gap as far as camera tech is concerned. Both the cameras offer the identical body type (Compact SLR).
Before delving in to a more detailed comparison, below is a quick view of how the 4000D scores vs the D3300 when it comes to portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

Canon 4000D vs Nikon D3300 Gallery
Following is a sample of the gallery pictures for Canon EOS 4000D and Nikon D3300. The full galleries are provided at Canon 4000D Gallery and Nikon D3300 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Canon 4000D over the Nikon D3300
4000D | D3300 | |||
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Introduced | February 2018 | ![]() | April 2014 | More modern by 47 months |
Reasons to pick Nikon D3300 over the Canon 4000D
D3300 | 4000D | |||
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Display sizing | 3" | ![]() | 2.7" | Larger display (+0.3") |
Display resolution | 921k | ![]() | 230k | Crisper display (+691k dot) |
Common features in the Canon 4000D and Nikon D3300
4000D | D3300 | |||
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Focus manually | ![]() | More exact focus | ||
Display type | Fixed | ![]() | Fixed | Fixed display |
Selfie screen | ![]() | Neither has selfie screen | ||
Touch display | ![]() | Neither has Touch display |
Canon 4000D vs Nikon D3300 Physical Comparison
In case you're aiming to carry around your camera often, you should factor its weight and proportions. The Canon 4000D has outer measurements of 129mm x 102mm x 77mm (5.1" x 4.0" x 3.0") accompanied by a weight of 436 grams (0.96 lbs) while the Nikon D3300 has measurements of 124mm x 98mm x 76mm (4.9" x 3.9" x 3.0") along with a weight of 430 grams (0.95 lbs).
Contrast the Canon 4000D vs Nikon D3300 in the latest Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.
Do not forget, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change depending on the lens you have at the time. The following is the front view sizing comparison of the 4000D against the D3300.

Taking into consideration size and weight, the portability grade of the 4000D and D3300 is 69 and 69 respectively.

Canon 4000D vs Nikon D3300 Sensor Comparison
Often, it is very difficult to picture the gap in sensor sizes merely by seeing technical specs. The pic here will offer you a clearer sense of the sensor measurements in the 4000D and D3300.
As you have seen, each of the cameras offer the same exact sensor sizing but different resolution. You should anticipate the Nikon D3300 to produce more detail having an extra 6 Megapixels. Greater resolution can also enable you to crop images a little more aggressively. The younger 4000D should have a benefit when it comes to sensor innovation.

Canon 4000D vs Nikon D3300 Screen and ViewFinder


Photography Type Scores
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Canon 4000D vs Nikon D3300 Specifications
Canon EOS 4000D | Nikon D3300 | |
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General Information | ||
Brand Name | Canon | Nikon |
Model | Canon EOS 4000D | Nikon D3300 |
Category | Entry-Level DSLR | Entry-Level DSLR |
Revealed | 2018-02-26 | 2014-04-21 |
Physical type | Compact SLR | Compact SLR |
Sensor Information | ||
Processor | Digic 4+ | Expeed 4 |
Sensor type | CMOS | CMOS |
Sensor size | APS-C | APS-C |
Sensor dimensions | 22.3 x 14.9mm | 23.5 x 15.6mm |
Sensor area | 332.3mm² | 366.6mm² |
Sensor resolution | 18 megapixel | 24 megapixel |
Anti aliasing filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 1:1, 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 | 3:2 |
Peak resolution | 5184 x 3456 | 6000 x 4000 |
Highest native ISO | 6400 | 12800 |
Highest enhanced ISO | 12800 | 25600 |
Min native ISO | 100 | 100 |
RAW files | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Manual focus | ||
Touch focus | ||
Continuous autofocus | ||
Autofocus single | ||
Tracking autofocus | ||
Selective autofocus | ||
Autofocus center weighted | ||
Autofocus multi area | ||
Autofocus live view | ||
Face detection autofocus | ||
Contract detection autofocus | ||
Phase detection autofocus | ||
Number of focus points | 9 | 11 |
Cross focus points | - | 1 |
Lens | ||
Lens mounting type | Canon EF/EF-S | Nikon F |
Available lenses | 326 | 309 |
Crop factor | 1.6 | 1.5 |
Screen | ||
Screen type | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Screen size | 2.7 inch | 3 inch |
Resolution of screen | 230k dots | 921k dots |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch friendly | ||
Screen technology | - | TFT LCD (160 degree viewing angle) |
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder | Optical (pentamirror) | Optical (pentamirror) |
Viewfinder coverage | 95 percent | 95 percent |
Viewfinder magnification | - | 0.57x |
Features | ||
Min shutter speed | 30 secs | 30 secs |
Max shutter speed | 1/4000 secs | 1/4000 secs |
Continuous shutter rate | 3.0fps | 5.0fps |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Manual mode | ||
Exposure compensation | Yes | Yes |
Set white balance | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Integrated flash | ||
Flash range | 9.20 m (at ISO 100) | 12.00 m (at ISO 100) |
Flash modes | Auto, On, Off, Red-eye | Auto, Auto slow sync, Auto slow sync with red-eye reduction, Auto with red-eye reduction, Fill-flash, Off, Rear-curtain sync, Rear-curtain with slow sync, Red-eye reduction, Red-eye reduction with slow sync, Slow sync |
External flash | ||
Auto exposure bracketing | ||
White balance bracketing | ||
Max flash synchronize | - | 1/200 secs |
Exposure | ||
Multisegment | ||
Average | ||
Spot | ||
Partial | ||
AF area | ||
Center weighted | ||
Video features | ||
Supported video resolutions | 1920 x 1080 @ 30p / 46 Mbps, MOV, H.264, Linear PCM | 1920 x 1080 (60p, 50p, 30p, 25p, 24p fps), 1280 x 720 (60p, 50p fps), 640 x 424 (30, 25 fps) |
Highest video resolution | 1920x1080 | 1920x1080 |
Video data format | MPEG-4, H.264 | MPEG-4, H.264 |
Mic support | ||
Headphone support | ||
Connectivity | ||
Wireless | Built-In | Optional |
Bluetooth | ||
NFC | ||
HDMI | ||
USB | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) |
GPS | None | Optional |
Physical | ||
Environment sealing | ||
Water proof | ||
Dust proof | ||
Shock proof | ||
Crush proof | ||
Freeze proof | ||
Weight | 436g (0.96 lbs) | 430g (0.95 lbs) |
Dimensions | 129 x 102 x 77mm (5.1" x 4.0" x 3.0") | 124 x 98 x 76mm (4.9" x 3.9" x 3.0") |
DXO scores | ||
DXO Overall score | not tested | 82 |
DXO Color Depth score | not tested | 24.3 |
DXO Dynamic range score | not tested | 12.8 |
DXO Low light score | not tested | 1385 |
Other | ||
Battery life | 500 images | 700 images |
Form of battery | Battery Pack | Battery Pack |
Battery model | - | EN-EL14a |
Self timer | Yes (2 or 10 sec) | Yes (2, 5, 10, 20 secs (1-9 exposures)) |
Time lapse shooting | ||
Storage type | SD/SDHC/SDXC card | SD/SDHC/SDXC |
Card slots | 1 | 1 |
Pricing at release | $293 | $500 |