Canon 450D vs Nikon D60

Lets take a deeper look at the Canon 450D versus Nikon D60, both Entry-Level DSLR digital cameras by companies Canon and Nikon. The image resolution of the 450D (12MP) and the D60 (10MP) is pretty similar and both cameras offer the identical sensor sizing (APS-C).

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The 450D was announced 3 months after the D60 and they are of a similar generation. Both the cameras feature the same body design (Compact SLR).

Before diving straight to a in-depth comparison, here is a simple synopsis of how the 450D matches up versus the D60 in terms of portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

Following is a preview of the gallery images for Canon EOS 450D and Nikon D60. The whole galleries are available at Canon 450D Gallery and Nikon D60 Gallery.

When you are planning to carry around your camera frequently, you need to take into account its weight and size. The Canon 450D offers outside dimensions of 129mm x 98mm x 62mm (5.1" x 3.9" x 2.4") having a weight of 524 grams (1.16 lbs) while the Nikon D60 has specifications of 126mm x 94mm x 64mm (5.0" x 3.7" x 2.5") having a weight of 522 grams (1.15 lbs).

See the Canon 450D versus Nikon D60 in the latest Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Remember, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary based on the lens you are utilizing at that time. Here is a front view measurement comparison of the 450D vs the D60.

Considering dimensions and weight, the portability score of the 450D and D60 is 70 and 70 respectively.

Typically, it can be tough to imagine the contrast between sensor sizes only by going over technical specs. The image below will provide you a more clear sense of the sensor dimensions in the 450D and D60.

As you have seen, the 2 cameras feature the identical sensor size albeit different MP. You should expect the Canon 450D to offer you more detail with its extra 2MP. Higher resolution will also allow you to crop photographs way more aggressively.