Canon 600D vs Nikon D5100

The following is a comprehensive review of the Canon 600D versus Nikon D5100, both Entry-Level DSLR cameras by manufacturers Canon and Nikon. The image resolution of the 600D (18MP) and the D5100 (16MP) is pretty close and they feature the exact same sensor measurements (APS-C).

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The 600D was introduced about the same time to the D5100 and they are of a similar age. Both cameras come with the identical body type (Compact SLR).

Before delving through a detailed comparison, below is a brief summary of how the 600D matches up versus the D5100 in regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

Following is a preview of the gallery images for Canon EOS 600D & Nikon D5100. The whole galleries are viewable at Canon 600D Gallery & Nikon D5100 Gallery.

When you are aiming to travel with your camera regularly, you're going to have to factor its weight and proportions. The Canon 600D offers exterior dimensions of 133mm x 100mm x 80mm (5.2" x 3.9" x 3.1") along with a weight of 570 grams (1.26 lbs) while the Nikon D5100 has measurements of 128mm x 97mm x 79mm (5.0" x 3.8" x 3.1") with a weight of 560 grams (1.23 lbs).

Examine the Canon 600D versus Nikon D5100 in our newest Camera plus Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Remember, the weight of an ILC will differ depending on the lens you choose during that time. Underneath is the front view overall size comparison of the 600D and the D5100.

Considering size and weight, the portability grade of the 600D and D5100 is 66 and 66 respectively.

Generally, it can be hard to picture the difference in sensor dimensions merely by viewing a spec sheet. The picture here will help offer you a better sense of the sensor sizes in the 600D and D5100.

Clearly, both cameras posses the exact same sensor measurements albeit different resolution. You can expect the Canon 600D to render more detail using its extra 2 Megapixels. Higher resolution will make it easier to crop photographs somewhat more aggressively.