Canon 600D vs Nikon D5500

The following is a comprehensive review of the Canon 600D vs Nikon D5500, both Entry-Level DSLR cameras by manufacturers Canon and Nikon. There is a sizable difference among the resolutions of the 600D (18MP) and D5500 (24MP) but both cameras have the same sensor measurements (APS-C).

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The 600D was announced 4 years prior to the D5500 which is a fairly significant difference as far as camera tech is concerned. Both the cameras have the same body design (Compact SLR).

Before diving into a comprehensive comparison, here is a quick overview of how the 600D matches up versus the D5500 in the way of portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

Here is a preview of the gallery images for Canon EOS 600D & Nikon D5500. The whole galleries are available at Canon 600D Gallery & Nikon D5500 Gallery.

If you are planning to travel with your camera, you're going to have to factor in its weight and proportions. The Canon 600D enjoys physical measurements of 133mm x 100mm x 80mm (5.2" x 3.9" x 3.1") accompanied by a weight of 570 grams (1.26 lbs) while the Nikon D5500 has measurements of 124mm x 97mm x 70mm (4.9" x 3.8" x 2.8") along with a weight of 420 grams (0.93 lbs).

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Take into account, the weight of an ILC will differ dependant on the lens you are working with at the time. The following is a front view measurement comparison of the 600D and the D5500.

Using size and weight, the portability score of the 600D and D5500 is 66 and 71 respectively.

Oftentimes, its tough to visualize the difference in sensor dimensions merely by checking out technical specs. The picture underneath may provide you a stronger sense of the sensor sizing in the 600D and D5500.

As you can tell, each of these cameras have the same sensor dimensions albeit different MP. You can expect the Nikon D5500 to provide extra detail with its extra 6MP. Higher resolution can also help you crop photographs a bit more aggressively. The more aged 600D will be disadvantaged with regard to sensor technology.