Canon 4000D vs Nikon D40X
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Canon 4000D vs Nikon D40X Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 18MP - APS-C Sensor
- 2.7" Fixed Screen
- ISO 100 - 6400 (Increase to 12800)
- 1920 x 1080 video
- Canon EF/EF-S Mount
- 436g - 129 x 102 x 77mm
- Released February 2018
(Full Review)

Canon 4000D vs Nikon D40X Overview
In this article, we are contrasting the Canon 4000D versus Nikon D40X, both Entry-Level DSLR cameras by companies Canon and Nikon. There is a considerable difference among the sensor resolutions of the 4000D (18MP) and D40X (10MP) but they use the same exact sensor sizes (APS-C).

The 4000D was unveiled 10 years later than the D40X and that is a fairly large difference as far as camera tech is concerned. Both of the cameras offer the identical body type (Compact SLR).
Before delving through a in-depth comparison, below is a quick summation of how the 4000D grades against the D40X with respect to portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

Canon 4000D vs Nikon D40X Gallery
The following is a sample of the gallery pictures for Canon EOS 4000D & Nikon D40X. The full galleries are viewable at Canon 4000D Gallery & Nikon D40X Gallery.
Reasons to pick Canon 4000D over the Nikon D40X
4000D | D40X | |||
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Launched | February 2018 | ![]() | May 2007 | Fresher by 131 months |
Display sizing | 2.7" | ![]() | 2.5" | Larger display (+0.2") |
Reasons to pick Nikon D40X over the Canon 4000D
D40X | 4000D |
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Common features in the Canon 4000D and Nikon D40X
4000D | D40X | |||
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Manually focus | ![]() | More accurate focus | ||
Display type | Fixed | ![]() | Fixed | Fixed display |
Display resolution | 230k | ![]() | 230k | Identical display resolution |
Selfie screen | ![]() | Lack of selfie screen | ||
Touch display | ![]() | Lack of Touch display |
Canon 4000D vs Nikon D40X Physical Comparison
For anybody who is intending to carry your camera, you'll need to think about its weight and measurements. The Canon 4000D enjoys outer dimensions of 129mm x 102mm x 77mm (5.1" x 4.0" x 3.0") accompanied by a weight of 436 grams (0.96 lbs) whilst the Nikon D40X has proportions of 124mm x 94mm x 64mm (4.9" x 3.7" x 2.5") along with a weight of 522 grams (1.15 lbs).
Take a look at the Canon 4000D versus Nikon D40X in our brand new Camera plus Lens Size Comparison Tool.
Bear in mind, the weight of an ILC will vary dependant on the lens you are using during that time. The following is the front view dimension comparison of the 4000D vs the D40X.

Looking at size and weight, the portability rating of the 4000D and D40X is 69 and 71 respectively.

Canon 4000D vs Nikon D40X Sensor Comparison
Oftentimes, it is very tough to envision the gap in sensor sizing simply by researching specifications. The graphic underneath will offer you a more clear sense of the sensor dimensions in the 4000D and D40X.
To sum up, both of those cameras enjoy the same exact sensor sizing but not the same megapixels. You can anticipate the Canon 4000D to result in greater detail having an extra 8 Megapixels. Greater resolution will also let you crop photos far more aggressively. The more recent 4000D will have a benefit with regard to sensor innovation.

Canon 4000D vs Nikon D40X Screen and ViewFinder


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Canon 4000D vs Nikon D40X Specifications
Canon EOS 4000D | Nikon D40X | |
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General Information | ||
Company | Canon | Nikon |
Model type | Canon EOS 4000D | Nikon D40X |
Category | Entry-Level DSLR | Entry-Level DSLR |
Released | 2018-02-26 | 2007-05-27 |
Physical type | Compact SLR | Compact SLR |
Sensor Information | ||
Processor | Digic 4+ | Expeed |
Sensor type | CMOS | CCD |
Sensor size | APS-C | APS-C |
Sensor dimensions | 22.3 x 14.9mm | 23.7 x 15.6mm |
Sensor surface area | 332.3mm² | 369.7mm² |
Sensor resolution | 18 megapixel | 10 megapixel |
Anti alias filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 1:1, 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 | 3:2 |
Max resolution | 5184 x 3456 | 3872 x 2592 |
Max native ISO | 6400 | 1600 |
Max enhanced ISO | 12800 | 3200 |
Lowest native ISO | 100 | 100 |
RAW files | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Manual focusing | ||
Touch focus | ||
Continuous AF | ||
Single AF | ||
Tracking AF | ||
AF selectice | ||
AF center weighted | ||
AF multi area | ||
Live view AF | ||
Face detection AF | ||
Contract detection AF | ||
Phase detection AF | ||
Total focus points | 9 | 3 |
Lens | ||
Lens mount 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 diagonal | 2.7" | 2.5" |
Resolution of screen | 230k dots | 230k dots |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch functionality | ||
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder | Optical (pentamirror) | Optical (pentamirror) |
Viewfinder coverage | 95 percent | 95 percent |
Viewfinder magnification | - | 0.53x |
Features | ||
Minimum shutter speed | 30 secs | 30 secs |
Fastest shutter speed | 1/4000 secs | 1/4000 secs |
Continuous shutter rate | 3.0 frames/s | 3.0 frames/s |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Manual mode | ||
Exposure compensation | Yes | Yes |
Change WB | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Built-in flash | ||
Flash distance | 9.20 m (at ISO 100) | 17.00 m |
Flash options | Auto, On, Off, Red-eye | Front curtain, Rear curtain, Red-Eye, Slow, Red-Eye Slow |
External flash | ||
AE bracketing | ||
White balance bracketing | ||
Fastest 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 | - |
Max video resolution | 1920x1080 | None |
Video format | MPEG-4, H.264 | - |
Mic support | ||
Headphone support | ||
Connectivity | ||
Wireless | Built-In | None |
Bluetooth | ||
NFC | ||
HDMI | ||
USB | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) |
GPS | None | None |
Physical | ||
Environment sealing | ||
Water proofing | ||
Dust proofing | ||
Shock proofing | ||
Crush proofing | ||
Freeze proofing | ||
Weight | 436 gr (0.96 lb) | 522 gr (1.15 lb) |
Dimensions | 129 x 102 x 77mm (5.1" x 4.0" x 3.0") | 124 x 94 x 64mm (4.9" x 3.7" x 2.5") |
DXO scores | ||
DXO Overall rating | not tested | 63 |
DXO Color Depth rating | not tested | 22.4 |
DXO Dynamic range rating | not tested | 11.4 |
DXO Low light rating | not tested | 516 |
Other | ||
Battery life | 500 pictures | - |
Form of battery | Battery Pack | - |
Battery ID | - | EN-EL9 |
Self timer | Yes (2 or 10 sec) | Yes (2 to 20 sec) |
Time lapse shooting | ||
Storage type | SD/SDHC/SDXC card | SD/SDHC card |
Card slots | One | One |
Launch pricing | $293 | $375 |