Canon 550D vs Nikon D5100

Here, we are contrasting the Canon 550D vs Nikon D5100, both Entry-Level DSLR cameras by competitors Canon and Nikon. The image resolution of the 550D (18MP) and the D5100 (16MP) is fairly close and both cameras posses the identical sensor sizes (APS-C).

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The 550D was introduced 13 months earlier than the D5100 making them a generation away from each other. Both of the cameras feature the same body design (Compact SLR).

Before we go into a full comparison, here is a concise synopsis of how the 550D grades vs the D5100 with regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

The following is a sample of the gallery pictures for Canon EOS 550D & Nikon D5100. The whole galleries are provided at Canon 550D Gallery & Nikon D5100 Gallery.

For those who are going to carry around your camera frequently, you will want to factor in its weight and measurements. The Canon 550D enjoys outer measurements of 129mm x 98mm x 62mm (5.1" x 3.9" x 2.4") and a weight of 530 grams (1.17 lbs) and the Nikon D5100 has proportions of 128mm x 97mm x 79mm (5.0" x 3.8" x 3.1") accompanied by a weight of 560 grams (1.23 lbs).

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Remember that, the weight of an ILC will change dependant on the lens you have chosen at that time. Here is a front view measurement comparison of the 550D versus the D5100.

Considering size and weight, the portability grade of the 550D and D5100 is 70 and 66 respectively.

Generally, its difficult to visualize the contrast in sensor sizes only by looking through specs. The picture below will offer you a much better sense of the sensor sizing in the 550D and D5100.

As you can plainly see, both of the cameras feature the identical sensor size but different megapixels. You can anticipate the Canon 550D to provide you with greater detail using its extra 2 Megapixels. Greater resolution will help you crop photos way more aggressively. The more aged 550D will be behind with regard to sensor tech.