Clicky

Canon 4000D vs Nikon D3X

Portability
69
Imaging
64
Features
52
Overall
59
Canon EOS 4000D front
 
Nikon D3X front
Portability
51
Imaging
67
Features
65
Overall
66

Canon 4000D vs Nikon D3X Key Specs

Canon 4000D
(Full Review)
  • 18MP - APS-C Sensor
  • 2.7" Fixed Screen
  • ISO 100 - 6400 (Push to 12800)
  • 1920 x 1080 video
  • Canon EF/EF-S Mount
  • 436g - 129 x 102 x 77mm
  • Revealed February 2018
Nikon D3X
(Full Review)
  • 25MP - Full frame Sensor
  • 3" Fixed Display
  • ISO 100 - 1600 (Boost to 6400)
  • 1/8000s Maximum Shutter
  • No Video
  • Nikon F Mount
  • 1260g - 160 x 157 x 88mm
  • Launched February 2009
  • Older Model is Nikon D2Xs
AI-Powered Photo Editing Tools Could Be Added to WhatsApp

Canon 4000D vs Nikon D3X Overview

Below, we are reviewing the Canon 4000D versus Nikon D3X, former being a Entry-Level DSLR while the other is a Pro DSLR by companies Canon and Nikon. There is a considerable difference between the image resolutions of the 4000D (18MP) and D3X (25MP) and the 4000D (APS-C) and D3X (Full frame) enjoy different sensor dimensions.

Leica struggles with L-Mount camera sales, tougher than Q or M

The 4000D was launched 9 years later than the D3X and that is quite a large difference as far as tech is concerned. Each of the cameras come with different body type with the Canon 4000D being a Compact SLR camera and the Nikon D3X being a Large SLR camera.

Before going in to a in-depth comparison, below is a simple view of how the 4000D scores versus the D3X for portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

Nikon Coolpix camera search on Google skyrockets by 8,500%
	
	

Reasons to pick Canon 4000D over the Nikon D3X

 4000D D3X 
LaunchedFebruary 2018February 2009Fresher by 110 months

Reasons to pick Nikon D3X over the Canon 4000D

 D3X 4000D 
Display dimension3"2.7"Larger display (+0.3")
Display resolution920k230kCrisper display (+690k dot)

Common features in the Canon 4000D and Nikon D3X

 4000D D3X 
Focus manually Very accurate focusing
Display typeFixed Fixed Fixed display
Selfie screen No selfie screen
Touch display No Touch display

Canon 4000D vs Nikon D3X Physical Comparison

In case you're intending to carry your camera frequently, you will need to consider its weight and dimensions. The Canon 4000D provides physical dimensions of 129mm x 102mm x 77mm (5.1" x 4.0" x 3.0") along with a weight of 436 grams (0.96 lbs) while the Nikon D3X has dimensions of 160mm x 157mm x 88mm (6.3" x 6.2" x 3.5") accompanied by a weight of 1260 grams (2.78 lbs).

Check the Canon 4000D versus Nikon D3X in our newest Camera & Lens Size Comparison Tool. Camera Size Comparison with Lenses

Keep in mind, the weight of an ILC will differ based on the lens you are utilizing at that moment. Below is the front view proportions comparison of the 4000D compared to the D3X.

Canon 4000D vs Nikon D3X size comparison

Considering size and weight, the portability rating of the 4000D and D3X is 69 and 51 respectively.

Canon 4000D vs Nikon D3X top view buttons comparison

Canon 4000D vs Nikon D3X Sensor Comparison

Usually, it's hard to imagine the gap between sensor sizing merely by reading specifications. The visual here will provide you a greater sense of the sensor dimensions in the 4000D and D3X.

To sum up, both of these cameras posses different megapixels and different sensor sizing. The 4000D due to its tinier sensor is going to make getting shallower DOF harder and the Nikon D3X will offer extra detail utilizing its extra 7 Megapixels. Greater resolution can also help you crop images somewhat more aggressively. The more modern 4000D should have an edge in sensor technology.

Canon 4000D vs Nikon D3X sensor size comparison

Canon 4000D vs Nikon D3X Screen and ViewFinder

Canon 4000D vs Nikon D3X Screen and Viewfinder comparison
Fujifilm accuses Eastman Kodak of patent violation in new lawsuit

Photography Type Scores

Portrait Comparison

Canon 4000D Portrait photography information
Nikon D3X Portrait photography information
78
focusing manually
good megapixels (18MP)
sensor size is good (APS-C)
offers face detect autofocus
delivers RAW formats
80
has manual focus
megapixel count fantastic (25MP)
sensor size is great (Full frame)
saves RAW files
Google AI Gemini Could Enhance iPhone Experience, Talks Suggest

Street Comparison

Canon 4000D Street photography info
Nikon D3X Street photography info
60
sensor size is good (APS-C)
delivers RAW formats
no articulating screen
does not have image stabilization
57
sensor size is great (Full frame)
saves RAW files
environment proof
no articulating screen
no image stabilization
Ulanzi's Tripod Ensures Ultra Smooth Filming

Sports Comparison

Sports photography with Canon 4000D
Sports photography with Nikon D3X
60
good megapixels (18MP)
sensor size is good (APS-C)
offers tracking focus
comes with phase detect autofocus
low fps (3.0 frames per second)
does not have image stabilization
bad battery life (500 per charge)
71
maximum shutter speed is high (1/8,000 seconds)
megapixel count fantastic (25 megapixels)
sensor size is great (Full frame)
environment proof
better than average battery (4,400 per charge)
sensor has phase detect auto focus
slow continuous shooting (5.0 frames/s)
no image stabilization
TikTok Developing Photo App to Challenge Instagram's Dominance

Travel Comparison

Canon 4000D Travel photography advice
Nikon D3X Travel photography advice
56
good megapixels (18MP)
has built in flash
does not have Timelapse function
bad battery life (500 CIPA)
does not have selfie friendly display
63
better than average battery (4,400 per charge)
environment proof
megapixel count fantastic (25 megapixels)
screen isn't selfie friendly
Europe Approves Revolutionary AI Legislation

Landscape Comparison

Landscape photography with Canon 4000D
Landscape photography with Nikon D3X
60
focusing manually
switch lenses (Canon EF/EF-S mount)
good megapixels (18 megapixels)
sensor size is good (APS-C)
delivers RAW formats
screen is small (2.7 inches)
does not have image stabilization
bad battery life (500 shots)
does not have Timelapse function
76
has manual focus
swap lenses (Nikon F mount)
decent sized screen (3")
megapixel count fantastic (25MP)
sensor size is great (Full frame)
saves RAW files
environment proof
better than average battery (4,400 per charge)
has double storage slots
no image stabilization
Peek Behind the Lens of 'Photographer' and Their Go-To Cameras

Vlogging Comparison

Canon 4000D Vlogging factors
Nikon D3X Vlogging factors
28
offers face detect autofocus
high quality video (1920 x 1080 pixels)
does not have selfie friendly display
does not have image stabilization
does not have microphone jack
9
lack of video recording
Apple patent reveals improved iPhone camera durability

Canon 4000D vs Nikon D3X Specifications

Detailed spec comparison table for Canon 4000D and Nikon D3X
 Canon EOS 4000DNikon D3X
General Information
Company Canon Nikon
Model Canon EOS 4000D Nikon D3X
Category Entry-Level DSLR Pro DSLR
Revealed 2018-02-26 2009-02-19
Body design Compact SLR Large SLR
Sensor Information
Chip Digic 4+ Expeed
Sensor type CMOS CMOS
Sensor size APS-C Full frame
Sensor measurements 22.3 x 14.9mm 35.9 x 24mm
Sensor surface area 332.3mm² 861.6mm²
Sensor resolution 18 megapixel 25 megapixel
Anti aliasing filter
Aspect ratio 1:1, 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 3:2
Full resolution 5184 x 3456 6048 x 4032
Max native ISO 6400 1600
Max boosted ISO 12800 6400
Min native ISO 100 100
RAW pictures
Min boosted ISO - 50
Autofocusing
Focus manually
Autofocus touch
Autofocus continuous
Autofocus single
Autofocus tracking
Selective autofocus
Autofocus center weighted
Multi area autofocus
Autofocus live view
Face detection autofocus
Contract detection autofocus
Phase detection autofocus
Number of focus points 9 51
Lens
Lens mounting type Canon EF/EF-S Nikon F
Amount of lenses 326 309
Focal length multiplier 1.6 1
Screen
Screen type Fixed Type Fixed Type
Screen diagonal 2.7 inch 3 inch
Resolution of screen 230 thousand dot 920 thousand dot
Selfie friendly
Liveview
Touch screen
Screen tech - Super Density TFT color LCD with wide-viewing angle
Viewfinder Information
Viewfinder Optical (pentamirror) Optical (pentaprism)
Viewfinder coverage 95% 100%
Viewfinder magnification - 0.7x
Features
Slowest shutter speed 30 secs 30 secs
Maximum shutter speed 1/4000 secs 1/8000 secs
Continuous shooting speed 3.0 frames/s 5.0 frames/s
Shutter priority
Aperture priority
Manual exposure
Exposure compensation Yes Yes
Custom white balance
Image stabilization
Integrated flash
Flash range 9.20 m (at ISO 100) no built-in flash
Flash settings Auto, On, Off, Red-eye Auto, On, Off, Red-eye, Slow sync, Rear curtain
Hot shoe
AEB
White balance bracketing
Maximum flash sync - 1/250 secs
Exposure
Multisegment metering
Average metering
Spot metering
Partial metering
AF area metering
Center weighted metering
Video features
Video resolutions 1920 x 1080 @ 30p / 46 Mbps, MOV, H.264, Linear PCM -
Max video resolution 1920x1080 None
Video file format MPEG-4, H.264 -
Microphone jack
Headphone jack
Connectivity
Wireless Built-In None
Bluetooth
NFC
HDMI
USB USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec)
GPS None Optional
Physical
Environmental seal
Water proof
Dust proof
Shock proof
Crush proof
Freeze proof
Weight 436g (0.96 pounds) 1260g (2.78 pounds)
Dimensions 129 x 102 x 77mm (5.1" x 4.0" x 3.0") 160 x 157 x 88mm (6.3" x 6.2" x 3.5")
DXO scores
DXO All around score not tested 88
DXO Color Depth score not tested 24.7
DXO Dynamic range score not tested 13.7
DXO Low light score not tested 1992
Other
Battery life 500 photos 4400 photos
Battery form Battery Pack Battery Pack
Battery model - EN-EL4a
Self timer Yes (2 or 10 sec) Yes (2 to 20 sec, custom)
Time lapse feature
Type of storage SD/SDHC/SDXC card Compact Flash (Type I or II) x 2, UDMA
Storage slots One Dual
Cost at launch $293 $3,000