Canon 60Da vs Nikon D810A

In this write-up, we are evaluating the Canon 60Da vs Nikon D810A, both Advanced DSLR digital cameras by manufacturers Canon and Nikon. There is a noticeable difference between the resolutions of the 60Da (18MP) and D810A (36MP) and the 60Da (APS-C) and D810A (Full frame) enjoy totally different sensor size.

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The 60Da was announced 3 years before the D810A and that is quite a sizable difference as far as tech is concerned. Each of these cameras offer the identical body type (Mid-size SLR).

Before going straight into a full comparison, below is a brief synopsis of how the 60Da scores against the D810A in relation to portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.

This is a sample of the gallery pictures for Canon EOS 60Da & Nikon D810A. The whole galleries are provided at Canon 60Da Gallery & Nikon D810A Gallery.

If you are planning to lug around your camera regularly, you should factor in its weight and dimensions. The Canon 60Da features outer dimensions of 145mm x 106mm x 79mm (5.7" x 4.2" x 3.1") having a weight of 755 grams (1.66 lbs) while the Nikon D810A has dimensions of 146mm x 123mm x 82mm (5.7" x 4.8" x 3.2") along with a weight of 880 grams (1.94 lbs).

Take a look at the Canon 60Da vs Nikon D810A in our completely new Camera plus Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Remember, the weight of an ILC will vary based on the lens you are employing at that time. The following is the front view over all size comparison of the 60Da against the D810A.

Taking into account size and weight, the portability grade of the 60Da and D810A is 59 and 55 respectively.

Often, its difficult to envision the contrast between sensor measurements purely by looking at specifications. The photograph below might provide you a clearer sense of the sensor sizes in the 60Da and D810A.

Plainly, each of the cameras offer different resolutions and different sensor measurements. The 60Da using its tinier sensor will make getting shallower depth of field more difficult and the Nikon D810A will give more detail with its extra 18 Megapixels. Greater resolution can also help you crop images a little more aggressively. The older 60Da is going to be behind with regard to sensor innovation.