Canon 550D vs Nikon D5600

In this write-up, we will be comparing the Canon 550D vs Nikon D5600, both Entry-Level DSLR digital cameras by rivals Canon and Nikon. There exists a significant gap between the image resolutions of the 550D (18MP) and D5600 (24MP) but they enjoy the same exact sensor dimensions (APS-C).

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The 550D was brought out 7 years earlier than the D5600 which is quite a sizable gap as far as technology is concerned. Both the cameras offer the identical body type (Compact SLR).

Before delving through a thorough comparison, below is a quick introduction of how the 550D scores against the D5600 when considering portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

Here is a preview of the gallery photos for Canon EOS 550D and Nikon D5600. The entire galleries are available at Canon 550D Gallery and Nikon D5600 Gallery.

For anyone who is intending to carry around your camera frequently, you are going to need to factor its weight and size. The Canon 550D provides outer dimensions of 129mm x 98mm x 62mm (5.1" x 3.9" x 2.4") having a weight of 530 grams (1.17 lbs) whilst the Nikon D5600 has specifications of 124mm x 97mm x 70mm (4.9" x 3.8" x 2.8") accompanied by a weight of 465 grams (1.03 lbs).

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Bear in mind, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary depending on the lens you use at the time. Below is the front view sizing comparison of the 550D against the D5600.

Considering dimensions and weight, the portability grade of the 550D and D5600 is 70 and 70 respectively.

Normally, it can be hard to imagine the contrast between sensor sizes just by looking at a spec sheet. The picture below may provide you a much better sense of the sensor sizes in the 550D and D5600.

Clearly, each of these cameras enjoy the same exact sensor sizing albeit different megapixels. You should count on the Nikon D5600 to resolve greater detail having its extra 6 Megapixels. Higher resolution can also make it easier to crop pictures far more aggressively. The more aged 550D is going to be behind in sensor innovation.