Canon 650D vs Nikon D5300

In this write-up, we will be reviewing the Canon 650D and Nikon D5300, both Entry-Level DSLR digital cameras by competitors Canon and Nikon. There exists a noticeable gap between the sensor resolutions of the 650D (18MP) and D5300 (24MP) but they come with the same exact sensor measurements (APS-C).

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The 650D was revealed 18 months before the D5300 which makes the cameras a generation apart from one another. The two cameras offer the identical body type (Compact SLR).

Before delving straight into a thorough comparison, below is a short synopsis of how the 650D scores against the D5300 in regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

The following is a preview of the gallery images for Canon EOS 650D & Nikon D5300. The full galleries are available at Canon 650D Gallery & Nikon D5300 Gallery.

If you are intending to carry your camera often, you need to factor its weight and volume. The Canon 650D features outer measurements of 133mm x 100mm x 79mm (5.2" x 3.9" x 3.1") and a weight of 575 grams (1.27 lbs) whilst the Nikon D5300 has sizing of 125mm x 98mm x 76mm (4.9" x 3.9" x 3.0") with a weight of 480 grams (1.06 lbs).

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Do not forget, the weight of an ILC will change dependant on the lens you select at that time. The following is the front view dimensions comparison of the 650D compared to the D5300.

Using dimensions and weight, the portability score of the 650D and D5300 is 65 and 68 respectively.

Typically, it's hard to visualize the difference between sensor sizing purely by checking a spec sheet. The graphic below will help provide you a clearer sense of the sensor sizing in the 650D and D5300.

As you can see, the 2 cameras enjoy the same exact sensor sizing albeit different MP. You can expect the Nikon D5300 to give you extra detail because of its extra 6MP. Higher resolution will also allow you to crop photographs far more aggressively. The older 650D is going to be disadvantaged when it comes to sensor innovation.