Canon 4000D vs Nikon D500
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Canon 4000D vs Nikon D500 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
- Announced February 2018
(Full Review)
- 21MP - APS-C Sensor
- 3.2" Tilting Screen
- ISO 100 - 51200 (Expand to 1640000)
- No Anti-Alias Filter
- 1/8000s Max Shutter
- 3840 x 2160 video
- Nikon F Mount
- 860g - 147 x 115 x 81mm
- Launched January 2016
- Replaced the Nikon D300S

Canon 4000D vs Nikon D500 Overview
Lets look closer at the Canon 4000D vs Nikon D500, one being a Entry-Level DSLR and the latter is a Advanced DSLR by manufacturers Canon and Nikon. The resolution of the 4000D (18MP) and the D500 (21MP) is relatively comparable and both cameras have the identical sensor size (APS-C).

The 4000D was unveiled 2 years later than the D500 and that is a fairly large gap as far as camera tech is concerned. Both cameras feature different body design with the Canon 4000D being a Compact SLR camera and the Nikon D500 being a Mid-size SLR camera.
Before going straight to a detailed comparison, here is a short highlight of how the 4000D grades against the D500 with respect to portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

Canon 4000D vs Nikon D500 Gallery
Following is a preview of the gallery photos for Canon EOS 4000D and Nikon D500. The full galleries are provided at Canon 4000D Gallery and Nikon D500 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Canon 4000D over the Nikon D500
4000D | D500 | |||
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Launched | February 2018 | ![]() | January 2016 | Fresher by 27 months |
Reasons to pick Nikon D500 over the Canon 4000D
D500 | 4000D | |||
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Screen type | Tilting | ![]() | Fixed | Tilting screen |
Screen size | 3.2" | ![]() | 2.7" | Bigger screen (+0.5") |
Screen resolution | 2359k | ![]() | 230k | Clearer screen (+2129k dot) |
Touch screen | ![]() | Quickly navigate |
Common features in the Canon 4000D and Nikon D500
4000D | D500 | |||
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Manually focus | ![]() | Dial precise focus | ||
Selfie screen | ![]() | Neither comes with selfie screen |
Canon 4000D vs Nikon D500 Physical Comparison
For anybody who is going to carry your camera, you will have to take into account its weight and volume. The Canon 4000D comes with exterior measurements of 129mm x 102mm x 77mm (5.1" x 4.0" x 3.0") and a weight of 436 grams (0.96 lbs) whilst the Nikon D500 has sizing of 147mm x 115mm x 81mm (5.8" x 4.5" x 3.2") along with a weight of 860 grams (1.90 lbs).
Contrast the Canon 4000D vs Nikon D500 in the latest Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.
Remember, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary based on the lens you are employing at that time. The following is a front view sizing comparison of the 4000D vs the D500.

Taking into account size and weight, the portability score of the 4000D and D500 is 69 and 56 respectively.

Canon 4000D vs Nikon D500 Sensor Comparison
Usually, it's difficult to envision the difference in sensor sizing just by seeing specifications. The photograph below will provide you a more clear sense of the sensor sizing in the 4000D and D500.
To sum up, each of these cameras come with the identical sensor size albeit not the same resolution. You should count on the Nikon D500 to show extra detail having an extra 3MP. Higher resolution will help you crop photographs a good deal more aggressively. The fresher 4000D will have a benefit in sensor tech.

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Canon 4000D vs Nikon D500 Specifications
Canon EOS 4000D | Nikon D500 | |
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General Information | ||
Make | Canon | Nikon |
Model | Canon EOS 4000D | Nikon D500 |
Class | Entry-Level DSLR | Advanced DSLR |
Announced | 2018-02-26 | 2016-01-05 |
Physical type | Compact SLR | Mid-size SLR |
Sensor Information | ||
Processor | Digic 4+ | Expeed 5 |
Sensor type | CMOS | CMOS |
Sensor size | APS-C | APS-C |
Sensor dimensions | 22.3 x 14.9mm | 23.5 x 15.7mm |
Sensor area | 332.3mm² | 369.0mm² |
Sensor resolution | 18 megapixels | 21 megapixels |
Anti aliasing filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 1:1, 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 | 3:2 |
Highest resolution | 5184 x 3456 | 5568 x 3712 |
Highest native ISO | 6400 | 51200 |
Highest boosted ISO | 12800 | 1640000 |
Min native ISO | 100 | 100 |
RAW data | ||
Min boosted ISO | - | 50 |
Autofocusing | ||
Manual focus | ||
Autofocus touch | ||
Autofocus continuous | ||
Single autofocus | ||
Tracking autofocus | ||
Autofocus selectice | ||
Autofocus center weighted | ||
Multi area autofocus | ||
Live view autofocus | ||
Face detection focus | ||
Contract detection focus | ||
Phase detection focus | ||
Number of focus points | 9 | 153 |
Cross focus points | - | 99 |
Lens | ||
Lens mounting type | Canon EF/EF-S | Nikon F |
Available lenses | 326 | 309 |
Focal length multiplier | 1.6 | 1.5 |
Screen | ||
Type of screen | Fixed Type | Tilting |
Screen sizing | 2.7 inches | 3.2 inches |
Screen resolution | 230k dots | 2,359k dots |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch operation | ||
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder | Optical (pentamirror) | Optical (pentaprism) |
Viewfinder coverage | 95 percent | 100 percent |
Viewfinder magnification | - | 0.66x |
Features | ||
Slowest shutter speed | 30 secs | 30 secs |
Maximum shutter speed | 1/4000 secs | 1/8000 secs |
Continuous shooting rate | 3.0 frames/s | 10.0 frames/s |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Expose Manually | ||
Exposure compensation | Yes | Yes |
Set 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 | ||
WB bracketing | ||
Maximum flash synchronize | - | 1/250 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 | 4K (UHD) 30p/25p/24p, 1080/60p/50p/30p/25p/24p, 720/60p/50p |
Highest video resolution | 1920x1080 | 3840x2160 |
Video format | MPEG-4, H.264 | MPEG-4, H.264 |
Mic support | ||
Headphone support | ||
Connectivity | ||
Wireless | Built-In | Built-In |
Bluetooth | ||
NFC | ||
HDMI | ||
USB | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) | USB 3.0 (5 GBit/sec) |
GPS | None | Optional |
Physical | ||
Environmental sealing | ||
Water proof | ||
Dust proof | ||
Shock proof | ||
Crush proof | ||
Freeze proof | ||
Weight | 436 grams (0.96 lbs) | 860 grams (1.90 lbs) |
Physical dimensions | 129 x 102 x 77mm (5.1" x 4.0" x 3.0") | 147 x 115 x 81mm (5.8" x 4.5" x 3.2") |
DXO scores | ||
DXO All around score | not tested | 84 |
DXO Color Depth score | not tested | 24.1 |
DXO Dynamic range score | not tested | 14.0 |
DXO Low light score | not tested | 1324 |
Other | ||
Battery life | 500 shots | 1240 shots |
Battery style | Battery Pack | Battery Pack |
Battery model | - | EN-EL15 |
Self timer | Yes (2 or 10 sec) | Yes (2, 5, 10 or 20 sec) |
Time lapse feature | ||
Storage type | SD/SDHC/SDXC card | XQD/SD/SDHC/SDXC (UHS-II compliant) |
Card slots | Single | Dual |
Launch price | $293 | $1,497 |