Canon 500D vs Nikon L100

Let's look much closer at the Canon 500D versus Nikon L100, one being a Entry-Level DSLR and the latter is a Small Sensor Superzoom by competitors Canon and Nikon. There exists a significant gap between the image resolutions of the 500D (15MP) and L100 (10MP) and the 500D (APS-C) and L100 (1/2.3") provide different sensor measurements.

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The 500D was unveiled 5 months later than the L100 and they are both of a similar generation. Each of the cameras have different body design with the Canon 500D being a Compact SLR camera and the Nikon L100 being a Compact camera.

Before we go into a complete comparison, here is a short summation of how the 500D scores against the L100 in regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.

The following is a preview of the gallery images for Canon EOS 500D and Nikon Coolpix L100. The full galleries are available at Canon 500D Gallery and Nikon L100 Gallery.

When you are aiming to lug around your camera often, you have to think about its weight and volume. The Canon 500D enjoys exterior dimensions of 129mm x 98mm x 62mm (5.1" x 3.9" x 2.4") along with a weight of 520 grams (1.15 lbs) while the Nikon L100 has sizing of 110mm x 72mm x 78mm (4.3" x 2.8" x 3.1") and a weight of 360 grams (0.79 lbs).

Compare the Canon 500D versus Nikon L100 in the all new Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Do not forget, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ depending on the lens you use at that time. Underneath is a front view measurements comparison of the 500D vs the L100.

Considering dimensions and weight, the portability score of the 500D and L100 is 70 and 79 respectively.

Normally, it's hard to imagine the gap between sensor measurements purely by checking a spec sheet. The visual underneath should give you a clearer sense of the sensor dimensions in the 500D and L100.

Clearly, both of those cameras have different megapixel count and different sensor measurements. The 500D with its bigger sensor is going to make getting shallower DOF less difficult and the Canon 500D will give you greater detail having an extra 5MP. Higher resolution can also allow you to crop pictures a bit more aggressively.