Canon 50D vs Nikon D700
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Canon 50D vs Nikon D700 Key Specs
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- 12MP - Full frame Sensor
- 3" Fixed Display
- ISO 200 - 6400 (Push to 25600)
- 1/8000s Max Shutter
- No Video
- Nikon F Mount
- 1074g - 147 x 123 x 77mm
- Launched October 2008
- Later Model is Nikon D800E

Canon 50D vs Nikon D700 Overview
Below, we are matching up the Canon 50D versus Nikon D700, both Advanced DSLR cameras by competitors Canon and Nikon. There exists a huge gap among the resolutions of the 50D (15MP) and D700 (12MP) and the 50D (APS-C) and D700 (Full frame) possess totally different sensor sizes.

The 50D was unveiled about the same time to the D700 so they are of a similar generation. The two cameras come with the identical body type (Mid-size SLR).
Before we go in to a in-depth comparison, below is a short summation of how the 50D matches up versus the D700 in regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

Canon 50D vs Nikon D700 Gallery
Here is a sample of the gallery pictures for Canon EOS 50D and Nikon D700. The full galleries are viewable at Canon 50D Gallery and Nikon D700 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Canon 50D over the Nikon D700
50D | D700 |
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Reasons to pick Nikon D700 over the Canon 50D
D700 | 50D | |||
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Display resolution | 922k | ![]() | 920k | Crisper display (+2k dot) |
Common features in the Canon 50D and Nikon D700
50D | D700 | |||
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Launched | October 2008 | ![]() | October 2008 | Same generation |
Manual focus | ![]() | Dial exact focus | ||
Display type | Fixed | ![]() | Fixed | Fixed display |
Display dimension | 3" | ![]() | 3" | Identical display dimensions |
Selfie screen | ![]() | Lack of selfie screen | ||
Touch display | ![]() | Lack of Touch display |
Canon 50D vs Nikon D700 Physical Comparison
If you are intending to travel with your camera regularly, you will have to consider its weight and volume. The Canon 50D offers outer measurements of 146mm x 108mm x 74mm (5.7" x 4.3" x 2.9") along with a weight of 822 grams (1.81 lbs) while the Nikon D700 has sizing of 147mm x 123mm x 77mm (5.8" x 4.8" x 3.0") having a weight of 1074 grams (2.37 lbs).
Examine the Canon 50D versus Nikon D700 in the all new Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.
Remember, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ dependant on the lens you use during that time. The following is the front view over all size comparison of the 50D versus the D700.

Looking at dimensions and weight, the portability rating of the 50D and D700 is 57 and 54 respectively.

Canon 50D vs Nikon D700 Sensor Comparison
More often than not, it is tough to visualise the contrast in sensor dimensions simply by viewing specifications. The picture here will offer you a clearer sense of the sensor sizing in the 50D and D700.
To sum up, the 2 cameras have got different megapixels and different sensor dimensions. The 50D having a smaller sensor will make shooting shallower DOF trickier and the Canon 50D will result in greater detail having an extra 3 Megapixels. Greater resolution will allow you to crop pics much more aggressively.

Canon 50D vs Nikon D700 Screen and ViewFinder


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Canon 50D vs Nikon D700 Specifications
Canon EOS 50D | Nikon D700 | |
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General Information | ||
Company | Canon | Nikon |
Model type | Canon EOS 50D | Nikon D700 |
Class | Advanced DSLR | Advanced DSLR |
Revealed | 2008-10-30 | 2008-10-07 |
Body design | Mid-size SLR | Mid-size SLR |
Sensor Information | ||
Chip | Digic 4 | Expeed |
Sensor type | CMOS | CMOS |
Sensor size | APS-C | Full frame |
Sensor dimensions | 22.3 x 14.9mm | 36 x 24mm |
Sensor area | 332.3mm² | 864.0mm² |
Sensor resolution | 15 megapixels | 12 megapixels |
Anti alias filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 3:2 | 3:2 |
Full resolution | 4752 x 3168 | 4256 x 2832 |
Max native ISO | 3200 | 6400 |
Max boosted ISO | 12800 | 25600 |
Minimum native ISO | 100 | 200 |
RAW photos | ||
Minimum boosted ISO | - | 100 |
Autofocusing | ||
Focus manually | ||
AF touch | ||
Continuous AF | ||
AF single | ||
AF tracking | ||
Selective AF | ||
Center weighted AF | ||
AF multi area | ||
AF live view | ||
Face detect focusing | ||
Contract detect focusing | ||
Phase detect focusing | ||
Total focus points | 9 | 51 |
Lens | ||
Lens mount type | Canon EF/EF-S | Nikon F |
Amount of lenses | 326 | 309 |
Focal length multiplier | 1.6 | 1 |
Screen | ||
Range of display | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Display sizing | 3" | 3" |
Display resolution | 920k dot | 922k dot |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch screen | ||
Display technology | TFT liquid-crystal color LCD | TFT Color LCD with wide-viewing angle |
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder type | Optical (pentaprism) | Optical (pentaprism) |
Viewfinder coverage | 95 percent | 95 percent |
Viewfinder magnification | 0.6x | 0.72x |
Features | ||
Lowest shutter speed | 30s | 30s |
Highest shutter speed | 1/8000s | 1/8000s |
Continuous shooting speed | 6.3fps | 5.0fps |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Manually set exposure | ||
Exposure compensation | Yes | Yes |
Custom WB | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Integrated flash | ||
Flash distance | 13.00 m (ISO 100) | - |
Flash modes | Auto, On, Off, Red-eye | Auto, On, Off, Red-eye, Slow sync, Rear curtain |
Hot shoe | ||
AE bracketing | ||
White balance bracketing | ||
Highest flash sync | 1/250s | 1/250s |
Exposure | ||
Multisegment exposure | ||
Average exposure | ||
Spot exposure | ||
Partial exposure | ||
AF area exposure | ||
Center weighted exposure | ||
Video features | ||
Max video resolution | None | None |
Mic jack | ||
Headphone jack | ||
Connectivity | ||
Wireless | None | None |
Bluetooth | ||
NFC | ||
HDMI | ||
USB | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) |
GPS | None | Optional |
Physical | ||
Environmental seal | ||
Water proofing | ||
Dust proofing | ||
Shock proofing | ||
Crush proofing | ||
Freeze proofing | ||
Weight | 822 gr (1.81 pounds) | 1074 gr (2.37 pounds) |
Dimensions | 146 x 108 x 74mm (5.7" x 4.3" x 2.9") | 147 x 123 x 77mm (5.8" x 4.8" x 3.0") |
DXO scores | ||
DXO All around rating | 63 | 80 |
DXO Color Depth rating | 21.8 | 23.5 |
DXO Dynamic range rating | 11.4 | 12.2 |
DXO Low light rating | 696 | 2303 |
Other | ||
Battery life | 800 photographs | 1000 photographs |
Battery form | Battery Pack | Battery Pack |
Battery ID | BP-511A | EN-EL3e |
Self timer | Yes (2 or 10 sec) | Yes (2 to 20 sec) |
Time lapse recording | ||
Type of storage | Compact Flash (Type I or II), UDMA | Compact Flash (Type I) |
Storage slots | One | One |
Retail price | $996 | $2,700 |