Canon 400D vs Nikon D5600

Following is a thorough overview of the Canon 400D versus Nikon D5600, both Entry-Level DSLR digital cameras by rivals Canon and Nikon. There is a huge difference between the sensor resolutions of the 400D (10MP) and D5600 (24MP) but they use the exact same sensor sizing (APS-C).

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The 400D was unveiled 11 years before the D5600 which is quite a significant gap as far as tech is concerned. Both the cameras come with the identical body type (Compact SLR).

Before diving straight into a in depth comparison, below is a simple summary of how the 400D grades against the D5600 when it comes to portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

This is a sample of the gallery pictures for Canon EOS 400D and Nikon D5600. The full galleries are viewable at Canon 400D Gallery and Nikon D5600 Gallery.

For anybody who is intending to carry around your camera, you need to factor in its weight and measurements. The Canon 400D provides physical measurements of 127mm x 94mm x 65mm (5.0" x 3.7" x 2.6") having a weight of 556 grams (1.23 lbs) and the Nikon D5600 has proportions of 124mm x 97mm x 70mm (4.9" x 3.8" x 2.8") accompanied by a weight of 465 grams (1.03 lbs).

Examine the Canon 400D versus Nikon D5600 in the new Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Remember, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ depending on the lens you have attached at the time. Below is the front view proportions comparison of the 400D vs the D5600.

Taking into consideration size and weight, the portability grade of the 400D and D5600 is 69 and 70 respectively.

Oftentimes, it can be hard to see the difference between sensor sizes only by looking at specs. The picture underneath may offer you a stronger sense of the sensor measurements in the 400D and D5600.

As you can plainly see, both of these cameras have got the exact same sensor measurements but not the same resolution. You should anticipate the Nikon D5600 to give extra detail having an extra 14 Megapixels. Greater resolution will also allow you to crop images much more aggressively. The more aged 400D is going to be behind in sensor innovation.