Canon 60Da vs Nikon D7100
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59 Imaging
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80 Overall
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Canon 60Da vs Nikon D7100 Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 18MP - APS-C Sensor
- 3" Fully Articulated Display
- ISO 100 - 6400 (Push to 12800)
- 1/8000s Max Shutter
- 1920 x 1080 video
- Canon EF/EF-S Mount
- 755g - 145 x 106 x 79mm
- Introduced April 2012
(Full Review)
- 24MP - APS-C Sensor
- 3.2" Fixed Display
- ISO 100 - 6400 (Increase to 25600)
- No Anti-Alias Filter
- 1/8000s Maximum Shutter
- 1920 x 1080 video
- Nikon F Mount
- 765g - 136 x 107 x 76mm
- Announced April 2013
- Older Model is Nikon D7000
- Later Model is Nikon D7200

Canon 60Da vs Nikon D7100 Overview
Below, we are contrasting the Canon 60Da and Nikon D7100, both Advanced DSLR cameras by manufacturers Canon and Nikon. There exists a large gap among the image resolutions of the 60Da (18MP) and D7100 (24MP) but they use the exact same sensor dimensions (APS-C).

The 60Da was manufactured 12 months prior to the D7100 which means that they are both of a similar age. Each of the cameras come with the identical body type (Mid-size SLR).
Before getting through a full comparison, below is a brief summation of how the 60Da matches up versus the D7100 in regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

Canon 60Da vs Nikon D7100 Gallery
Here is a sample of the gallery pictures for Canon EOS 60Da & Nikon D7100. The entire galleries are provided at Canon 60Da Gallery & Nikon D7100 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Canon 60Da over the Nikon D7100
60Da | D7100 | |||
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Display type | Fully Articulated | ![]() | Fixed | Fully Articulating display |
Selfie screen | ![]() | Easy selfies |
Reasons to pick Nikon D7100 over the Canon 60Da
D7100 | 60Da | |||
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Announced | April 2013 | ![]() | April 2012 | Fresher by 12 months |
Display dimension | 3.2" | ![]() | 3" | Larger display (+0.2") |
Display resolution | 1229k | ![]() | 1040k | Crisper display (+189k dot) |
Common features in the Canon 60Da and Nikon D7100
60Da | D7100 | |||
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Focus manually | ![]() | Very accurate focusing | ||
Touch friendly display | ![]() | No Touch friendly display |
Canon 60Da vs Nikon D7100 Physical Comparison
In case you're looking to carry your camera frequently, you should consider its weight and dimensions. The Canon 60Da comes with outside dimensions of 145mm x 106mm x 79mm (5.7" x 4.2" x 3.1") and a weight of 755 grams (1.66 lbs) whilst the Nikon D7100 has dimensions of 136mm x 107mm x 76mm (5.4" x 4.2" x 3.0") and a weight of 765 grams (1.69 lbs).
Compare the Canon 60Da and Nikon D7100 in our brand new Camera & Lens Size Comparison Tool.
Remember, the weight of an ILC will change dependant on the lens you are using during that time. Here is the front view proportions comparison of the 60Da against the D7100.

Taking into consideration dimensions and weight, the portability score of the 60Da and D7100 is 59 and 59 respectively.

Canon 60Da vs Nikon D7100 Sensor Comparison
More often than not, it is very hard to visualize the contrast in sensor sizing merely by going through specs. The photograph underneath will help give you a stronger sense of the sensor dimensions in the 60Da and D7100.
As you can plainly see, the two cameras have got the exact same sensor measurements but different resolution. You can anticipate the Nikon D7100 to show greater detail due to its extra 6 Megapixels. Greater resolution will also allow you to crop images much more aggressively. The older 60Da will be disadvantaged when it comes to sensor technology.

Canon 60Da vs Nikon D7100 Screen and ViewFinder


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Canon 60Da vs Nikon D7100 Specifications
Canon EOS 60Da | Nikon D7100 | |
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General Information | ||
Make | Canon | Nikon |
Model | Canon EOS 60Da | Nikon D7100 |
Type | Advanced DSLR | Advanced DSLR |
Introduced | 2012-04-07 | 2013-04-25 |
Body design | Mid-size SLR | Mid-size SLR |
Sensor Information | ||
Powered by | Digic 4 | - |
Sensor type | CMOS | CMOS |
Sensor size | APS-C | APS-C |
Sensor measurements | 22.3 x 14.9mm | 23.5 x 15.6mm |
Sensor area | 332.3mm² | 366.6mm² |
Sensor resolution | 18 megapixel | 24 megapixel |
Anti aliasing filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 1:1, 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 | 3:2 and 16:9 |
Highest Possible resolution | 5184 x 3456 | 6000 x 4000 |
Maximum native ISO | 6400 | 6400 |
Maximum enhanced ISO | 12800 | 25600 |
Lowest native ISO | 100 | 100 |
RAW files | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Manual focus | ||
Autofocus touch | ||
Autofocus continuous | ||
Single autofocus | ||
Autofocus tracking | ||
Selective autofocus | ||
Center weighted autofocus | ||
Multi area autofocus | ||
Autofocus live view | ||
Face detect autofocus | ||
Contract detect autofocus | ||
Phase detect autofocus | ||
Number of focus points | 9 | 51 |
Cross focus points | - | 15 |
Lens | ||
Lens mounting type | Canon EF/EF-S | Nikon F |
Number of lenses | 326 | 309 |
Focal length multiplier | 1.6 | 1.5 |
Screen | ||
Range of display | Fully Articulated | Fixed Type |
Display size | 3" | 3.2" |
Resolution of display | 1,040 thousand dot | 1,229 thousand dot |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch display | ||
Display tech | Clear View TFT color LCD | Wide Viewing Angle TFT-LCD monitor |
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder | Optical (pentaprism) | Optical (pentaprism) |
Viewfinder coverage | 96% | 100% |
Viewfinder magnification | 0.6x | 0.63x |
Features | ||
Min shutter speed | 30s | 30s |
Max shutter speed | 1/8000s | 1/8000s |
Continuous shutter speed | 5.0 frames/s | 6.0 frames/s |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Manual exposure | ||
Exposure compensation | Yes | Yes |
Custom white balance | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Inbuilt flash | ||
Flash range | 13.00 m | 12.00 m (at ISO 100) |
Flash options | Auto, On, Off, Red-eye | Auto, On, Off, Red-eye, Slow sync, Rear curtain |
Hot shoe | ||
AEB | ||
WB bracketing | ||
Max flash sync | 1/250s | 1/250s |
Exposure | ||
Multisegment exposure | ||
Average exposure | ||
Spot exposure | ||
Partial exposure | ||
AF area exposure | ||
Center weighted exposure | ||
Video features | ||
Video resolutions | 1920 x 1080 (29.97, 25, 23.976 fps), 1280 x 720 (59.94, 50 fps), 640 x 480 (59.94, 50 fps) | 1920 x 1080 (60, 50, 25, 24 fps), 1280 x 720 (60, 50 fps), 640 x 424 (30, 24 fps) |
Maximum video resolution | 1920x1080 | 1920x1080 |
Video file format | H.264 | MPEG-4, H.264 |
Microphone jack | ||
Headphone jack | ||
Connectivity | ||
Wireless | Eye-Fi Connected | Optional |
Bluetooth | ||
NFC | ||
HDMI | ||
USB | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) |
GPS | None | Optional |
Physical | ||
Environmental seal | ||
Water proof | ||
Dust proof | ||
Shock proof | ||
Crush proof | ||
Freeze proof | ||
Weight | 755 grams (1.66 lbs) | 765 grams (1.69 lbs) |
Dimensions | 145 x 106 x 79mm (5.7" x 4.2" x 3.1") | 136 x 107 x 76mm (5.4" x 4.2" x 3.0") |
DXO scores | ||
DXO Overall score | not tested | 83 |
DXO Color Depth score | not tested | 24.2 |
DXO Dynamic range score | not tested | 13.7 |
DXO Low light score | not tested | 1256 |
Other | ||
Battery life | 1100 images | 950 images |
Type of battery | Battery Pack | Battery Pack |
Battery model | LP-E6 | EN-EL15 |
Self timer | Yes (2 or 10 sec, remote) | Yes (2 or 10 seconds) |
Time lapse feature | ||
Type of storage | SD/SDHC/SDXC | SD/SDHC/SDXC x 2 slots |
Storage slots | Single | Dual |
Cost at release | $1,499 | $800 |