Canon 600D vs Nikon D3400

Let's look more closely at the Canon 600D and Nikon D3400, both Entry-Level DSLR cameras by companies Canon and Nikon. There is a substantial difference among the resolutions of the 600D (18MP) and D3400 (24MP) but both cameras offer the same sensor sizes (APS-C).

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The 600D was launched 6 years prior to the D3400 which is a fairly big difference as far as camera tech is concerned. Both the cameras have the same body design (Compact SLR).

Before going right into a complete comparison, here is a quick view of how the 600D matches up against the D3400 with respect to portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

Here is a preview of the gallery photos for Canon EOS 600D & Nikon D3400. The complete galleries are viewable at Canon 600D Gallery & Nikon D3400 Gallery.

For anyone who is aiming to carry around your camera regularly, you have to factor its weight and proportions. The Canon 600D features outside dimensions of 133mm x 100mm x 80mm (5.2" x 3.9" x 3.1") with a weight of 570 grams (1.26 lbs) while the Nikon D3400 has measurements of 124mm x 98mm x 76mm (4.9" x 3.9" x 3.0") and a weight of 395 grams (0.87 lbs).

Take a look at the Canon 600D and Nikon D3400 in our newest Camera plus Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Take into account, the weight of an ILC will differ depending on the lens you are employing at that time. Following is a front view overall size comparison of the 600D and the D3400.

Taking into account size and weight, the portability score of the 600D and D3400 is 66 and 70 respectively.

Often, it can be difficult to see the gap in sensor sizes only by checking out a spec sheet. The pic underneath might give you a stronger sense of the sensor dimensions in the 600D and D3400.

As you can see, each of these cameras provide the same sensor dimensions albeit not the same MP. You can count on the Nikon D3400 to provide more detail utilizing its extra 6 Megapixels. Higher resolution will allow you to crop pictures more aggressively. The more aged 600D will be behind with regard to sensor tech.