Canon 40D vs Nikon D50

Let's take a more detailed look at the Canon 40D versus Nikon D50, both Advanced DSLR cameras by companies Canon and Nikon. There is a big difference among the resolutions of the 40D (10MP) and D50 (6MP) but both cameras offer the identical sensor sizes (APS-C).

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The 40D was released 2 years after the D50 which is a fairly big gap as far as camera tech is concerned. Each of these cameras feature the same body design (Mid-size SLR).

Before we go straight to a complete comparison, here is a quick highlight of how the 40D scores versus the D50 with respect to portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

Following is a preview of the gallery images for Canon EOS 40D and Nikon D50. The complete galleries are available at Canon 40D Gallery and Nikon D50 Gallery.

In case you're going to carry around your camera, you should consider its weight and dimensions. The Canon 40D comes with outside dimensions of 146mm x 108mm x 74mm (5.7" x 4.3" x 2.9") having a weight of 822 grams (1.81 lbs) and the Nikon D50 has dimensions of 133mm x 102mm x 76mm (5.2" x 4.0" x 3.0") along with a weight of 620 grams (1.37 lbs).

Compare the Canon 40D versus Nikon D50 in the latest Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Bear in mind, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ based on the lens you are utilizing during that time. Here is a front view size comparison of the 40D vs the D50.

Taking into consideration size and weight, the portability grade of the 40D and D50 is 57 and 64 respectively.

Often, it is tough to envision the gap in sensor sizes simply by looking through a spec sheet. The image underneath may provide you a greater sense of the sensor sizes in the 40D and D50.

As you can see, both of those cameras come with the identical sensor size albeit not the same resolution. You should expect the Canon 40D to result in more detail as a result of its extra 4MP. Higher resolution will also enable you to crop pictures a good deal more aggressively. The more modern 40D is going to have a benefit in sensor technology.