Canon 450D vs Nikon D40

Following is a comprehensive overview of the Canon 450D versus Nikon D40, both Entry-Level DSLR digital cameras by companies Canon and Nikon. There exists a significant gap between the sensor resolutions of the 450D (12MP) and D40 (6MP) but both cameras offer the same sensor dimensions (APS-C).

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The 450D was brought out 18 months after the D40 which makes them a generation away from one another. Both of these cameras have the same body design (Compact SLR).

Before going right into a thorough comparison, here is a brief overview of how the 450D matches up vs the D40 with regard to portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

Below is a preview of the gallery images for Canon EOS 450D and Nikon D40. The entire galleries are viewable at Canon 450D Gallery and Nikon D40 Gallery.

In case you're looking to carry around your camera often, you will want to factor in its weight and volume. The Canon 450D offers physical measurements of 129mm x 98mm x 62mm (5.1" x 3.9" x 2.4") and a weight of 524 grams (1.16 lbs) and the Nikon D40 has sizing of 124mm x 94mm x 64mm (4.9" x 3.7" x 2.5") along with a weight of 522 grams (1.15 lbs).

Compare the Canon 450D versus Nikon D40 in the all new Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Remember that, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary depending on the lens you are using at the time. Below is a front view scale comparison of the 450D and the D40.

Using dimensions and weight, the portability grade of the 450D and D40 is 70 and 71 respectively.

Normally, it can be tough to imagine the gap between sensor sizes only by reading through a spec sheet. The image underneath will provide you a much better sense of the sensor measurements in the 450D and D40.

As you can see, both cameras provide the same sensor dimensions albeit different MP. You should expect the Canon 450D to resolve greater detail having its extra 6 Megapixels. Higher resolution will also let you crop pictures more aggressively. The more modern 450D provides an edge in sensor technology.