Canon 60Da vs Nikon D7000

Here is a extensive overview of the Canon 60Da versus Nikon D7000, both Advanced DSLR cameras by manufacturers Canon and Nikon. The sensor resolution of the 60Da (18MP) and the D7000 (16MP) is pretty close and they feature the exact same sensor measurements (APS-C).

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The 60Da was unveiled 17 months later than the D7000 which makes the cameras a generation apart from one another. Each of these cameras come with the identical body type (Mid-size SLR).

Before going through a more detailed comparison, below is a brief view of how the 60Da grades versus the D7000 with regard to portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

This is a preview of the gallery images for Canon EOS 60Da and Nikon D7000. The full galleries are available at Canon 60Da Gallery and Nikon D7000 Gallery.

For those who are aiming to carry your camera regularly, you need to consider its weight and measurements. The Canon 60Da comes with outer measurements of 145mm x 106mm x 79mm (5.7" x 4.2" x 3.1") with a weight of 755 grams (1.66 lbs) while the Nikon D7000 has proportions of 132mm x 105mm x 77mm (5.2" x 4.1" x 3.0") accompanied by a weight of 780 grams (1.72 lbs).

Analyze the Canon 60Da versus Nikon D7000 in the latest Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Don't forget, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change depending on the lens you choose at that moment. Below is the front view overall size comparison of the 60Da vs the D7000.

Factoring in dimensions and weight, the portability grade of the 60Da and D7000 is 59 and 59 respectively.

Sometimes, its tough to picture the contrast in sensor sizing just by looking through specifications. The visual underneath may give you a much better sense of the sensor measurements in the 60Da and D7000.

To sum up, both cameras posses the exact same sensor measurements albeit different megapixels. You should expect the Canon 60Da to provide you with greater detail having an extra 2MP. Higher resolution will enable you to crop photographs somewhat more aggressively. The younger 60Da should have an advantage when it comes to sensor technology.