Canon 50D vs Canon D30

On this page, we are looking at the Canon 50D vs Canon D30, both Advanced DSLR digital cameras and they are both built by Canon. There is a large difference between the sensor resolutions of the 50D (15MP) and D30 (3MP) but both cameras posses the same sensor size (APS-C).

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The 50D was manufactured 8 years after the D30 which is quite a serious difference as far as tech is concerned. Both of these cameras have the same body design (Mid-size SLR).

Before we go straight to a full comparison, here is a simple synopsis of how the 50D grades vs the D30 with respect to portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

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When you are planning to carry around your camera, you will have to think about its weight and measurements. The Canon 50D features outside dimensions of 146mm x 108mm x 74mm (5.7" x 4.3" x 2.9") and a weight of 822 grams (1.81 lbs) while the Canon D30 has proportions of 150mm x 107mm x 75mm (5.9" x 4.2" x 3.0") and a weight of 855 grams (1.88 lbs).

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Take into account, the weight of an ILC will change depending on the lens you are working with during that time. Here is a front view measurements comparison of the 50D against the D30.

Using size and weight, the portability grade of the 50D and D30 is 57 and 57 respectively.

In many cases, it is difficult to visualise the difference between sensor sizes only by reading through technical specs. The picture underneath should offer you a much better sense of the sensor sizes in the 50D and D30.

As you have seen, both of the cameras have the same sensor dimensions but not the same resolution. You can expect to see the Canon 50D to resolve extra detail due to its extra 12 Megapixels. Greater resolution can also help you crop photos a bit more aggressively. The newer 50D is going to have an advantage in sensor tech.