Canon 450D vs Nikon D3100

Here is a detailed overview of the Canon 450D and Nikon D3100, both Entry-Level DSLR cameras by rivals Canon and Nikon. The resolution of the 450D (12MP) and the D3100 (14MP) is very comparable and both cameras boast the identical sensor size (APS-C).

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The 450D was released 3 years prior to the D3100 and that is a fairly sizable gap as far as camera technology is concerned. Both the cameras feature the same body design (Compact SLR).

Before getting straight to a thorough comparison, here is a brief highlight of how the 450D matches up versus the D3100 when considering portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

The following is a sample of the gallery pics for Canon EOS 450D and Nikon D3100. The complete galleries are provided at Canon 450D Gallery and Nikon D3100 Gallery.

For anybody who is aiming to carry your camera frequently, you should factor in its weight and measurements. The Canon 450D provides physical dimensions of 129mm x 98mm x 62mm (5.1" x 3.9" x 2.4") and a weight of 524 grams (1.16 lbs) whilst the Nikon D3100 has proportions of 124mm x 96mm x 75mm (4.9" x 3.8" x 3.0") and a weight of 505 grams (1.11 lbs).

Contrast the Canon 450D and Nikon D3100 in the new Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Take into consideration, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ depending on the lens you select at the time. Here is a front view size comparison of the 450D vs the D3100.

Taking into consideration dimensions and weight, the portability grade of the 450D and D3100 is 70 and 68 respectively.

Sometimes, it can be difficult to picture the gap in sensor sizing merely by going through specs. The photograph here will help provide you a much better sense of the sensor sizes in the 450D and D3100.

As you can plainly see, the two cameras come with the identical sensor size but different MP. You should expect to see the Nikon D3100 to provide greater detail as a result of its extra 2MP. Greater resolution can also enable you to crop pics a good deal more aggressively. The older 450D will be disadvantaged with regard to sensor technology.