Canon 650D vs Nikon D60
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![Canon EOS 650D front Canon EOS 650D front](https://pxlmag.com/db/images/cameras/w300/nolens/Canon_EOS_650D_0.jpg)
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Canon 650D vs Nikon D60 Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 18MP - APS-C Sensor
- 3" Fully Articulated Screen
- ISO 100 - 12800 (Bump to 25600)
- 1920 x 1080 video
- Canon EF/EF-S Mount
- 575g - 133 x 100 x 79mm
- Released August 2012
- Additionally referred to as EOS Rebel T4i / EOS Kiss X6i
- Previous Model is Canon 600D
- New Model is Canon 700D
(Full Review)
- 10MP - APS-C Sensor
- 2.5" Fixed Display
- ISO 100 - 1600 (Raise to 3200)
- No Video
- Nikon F Mount
- 522g - 126 x 94 x 64mm
- Released March 2008
- Old Model is Nikon D40X
- Refreshed by Nikon D5000
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Canon 650D vs Nikon D60 Overview
Its time to take a closer look at the Canon 650D and Nikon D60, both Entry-Level DSLR digital cameras by brands Canon and Nikon. There is a considerable difference between the image resolutions of the 650D (18MP) and D60 (10MP) but both cameras have the same sensor measurements (APS-C).
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The 650D was unveiled 4 years after the D60 which is quite a large difference as far as tech is concerned. Both the cameras have the same body design (Compact SLR).
Before going into a full comparison, here is a short view of how the 650D grades against the D60 when considering portability, imaging, features and an overall score.
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Canon 650D vs Nikon D60 Gallery
Following is a sample of the gallery pictures for Canon EOS 650D & Nikon D60. The full galleries are provided at Canon 650D Gallery & Nikon D60 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Canon 650D over the Nikon D60
650D | D60 | |||
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Released | August 2012 | ![]() | March 2008 | More modern by 54 months |
Display type | Fully Articulated | ![]() | Fixed | Fully Articulating display |
Display dimensions | 3" | ![]() | 2.5" | Larger display (+0.5") |
Display resolution | 1040k | ![]() | 230k | Clearer display (+810k dot) |
Selfie screen | ![]() | Take selfies | ||
Touch display | ![]() | Easily navigate |
Reasons to pick Nikon D60 over the Canon 650D
D60 | 650D |
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Common features in the Canon 650D and Nikon D60
650D | D60 | |||
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Focus manually | ![]() | Dial accurate focus |
Canon 650D vs Nikon D60 Physical Comparison
When you are intending to carry around your camera regularly, you need to consider its weight and volume. The Canon 650D has exterior measurements of 133mm x 100mm x 79mm (5.2" x 3.9" x 3.1") along with a weight of 575 grams (1.27 lbs) whilst the Nikon D60 has sizing of 126mm x 94mm x 64mm (5.0" x 3.7" x 2.5") along with a weight of 522 grams (1.15 lbs).
See the Canon 650D and Nikon D60 in our completely new Camera plus Lens Size Comparison Tool.![Camera Size Comparison with Lenses Camera Size Comparison with Lenses](https://pxlmag.com/db/assets/camera-size-comparison-animation.gif)
Do not forget, the weight of an ILC will change depending on the lens you are using at that moment. Below is a front view proportions comparison of the 650D compared to the D60.
![Canon 650D vs Nikon D60 size comparison Canon 650D vs Nikon D60 size comparison](https://pxlmag.com/db/images/camera-compare/Canon-EOS-650D-vs-Nikon-D60-size-comparison.jpg)
Taking into account size and weight, the portability rating of the 650D and D60 is 65 and 70 respectively.
![Canon 650D vs Nikon D60 top view buttons comparison Canon 650D vs Nikon D60 top view buttons comparison](https://pxlmag.com/db/images/camera-compare/Canon-EOS-650D-vs-Nikon-D60-top-view-buttons-comparison.jpg)
Canon 650D vs Nikon D60 Sensor Comparison
Usually, it can be tough to visualize the difference between sensor sizes just by looking at specifications. The image below may provide you a stronger sense of the sensor measurements in the 650D and D60.
Plainly, the two cameras have the same sensor dimensions but different resolution. You can anticipate the Canon 650D to give you more detail having an extra 8 Megapixels. Greater resolution can also make it easier to crop pics a bit more aggressively. The fresher 650D should have an edge with regard to sensor technology.
![Canon 650D vs Nikon D60 sensor size comparison Canon 650D vs Nikon D60 sensor size comparison](https://pxlmag.com/db/images/sensor-compare/Canon-EOS-650D-vs-Nikon-D60-sensor-size-comparison.png)
Canon 650D vs Nikon D60 Screen and ViewFinder
![Canon 650D vs Nikon D60 Screen and Viewfinder comparison Canon 650D vs Nikon D60 Screen and Viewfinder comparison](https://pxlmag.com/db/images/camera-compare/Canon-EOS-650D-vs-Nikon-D60-screen-back-comparison.jpg)
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Photography Type Scores
Portrait Comparison
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Street Comparison
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Sports Comparison
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Travel Comparison
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Landscape Comparison
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Vlogging Comparison
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Canon 650D vs Nikon D60 Specifications
Canon EOS 650D | Nikon D60 | |
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General Information | ||
Company | Canon | Nikon |
Model | Canon EOS 650D | Nikon D60 |
Also referred to as | EOS Rebel T4i / EOS Kiss X6i | - |
Category | Entry-Level DSLR | Entry-Level DSLR |
Released | 2012-08-20 | 2008-03-19 |
Physical type | Compact SLR | Compact SLR |
Sensor Information | ||
Processor | Digic 5 | - |
Sensor type | CMOS | CCD |
Sensor size | APS-C | APS-C |
Sensor measurements | 22.3 x 14.9mm | 23.6 x 15.8mm |
Sensor area | 332.3mm² | 372.9mm² |
Sensor resolution | 18 megapixel | 10 megapixel |
Anti aliasing filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 1:1, 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 | 3:2 |
Peak resolution | 5184 x 3456 | 3872 x 2592 |
Highest native ISO | 12800 | 1600 |
Highest enhanced ISO | 25600 | 3200 |
Min native ISO | 100 | 100 |
RAW photos | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Manual focus | ||
Autofocus touch | ||
Continuous autofocus | ||
Single autofocus | ||
Autofocus tracking | ||
Autofocus selectice | ||
Autofocus center weighted | ||
Autofocus multi area | ||
Live view autofocus | ||
Face detection autofocus | ||
Contract detection autofocus | ||
Phase detection autofocus | ||
Number of focus points | 9 | 3 |
Cross focus points | 9 | - |
Lens | ||
Lens mount | Canon EF/EF-S | Nikon F |
Available lenses | 326 | 309 |
Focal length multiplier | 1.6 | 1.5 |
Screen | ||
Type of screen | Fully Articulated | Fixed Type |
Screen size | 3 inches | 2.5 inches |
Resolution of screen | 1,040 thousand dots | 230 thousand dots |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch functionality | ||
Screen tech | Clear View II TFT LCD | - |
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder type | Optical (pentamirror) | Optical (pentamirror) |
Viewfinder coverage | 95% | 95% |
Viewfinder magnification | 0.53x | 0.53x |
Features | ||
Min shutter speed | 30 secs | 30 secs |
Max shutter speed | 1/4000 secs | 1/4000 secs |
Continuous shutter rate | 5.0 frames/s | 3.0 frames/s |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Manual mode | ||
Exposure compensation | Yes | Yes |
Custom white balance | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Inbuilt flash | ||
Flash range | 13.00 m | 12.00 m (at ISO 100) |
Flash settings | Auto, On, Off, Red-eye | Auto, Red-Eye, Slow, Red-Eye Slow, Rear curtain |
Hot shoe | ||
Auto exposure bracketing | ||
WB bracketing | ||
Max flash synchronize | 1/200 secs | 1/200 secs |
Exposure | ||
Multisegment | ||
Average | ||
Spot | ||
Partial | ||
AF area | ||
Center weighted | ||
Video features | ||
Video resolutions | 1920 x 1080 (30, 25, 24 fps), 1280 x 720 (60, 50 fps), 640 x 480 (60, 50 fps) | - |
Highest video resolution | 1920x1080 | None |
Video data format | H.264, Motion JPEG | - |
Microphone port | ||
Headphone port | ||
Connectivity | ||
Wireless | Eye-Fi Connected | None |
Bluetooth | ||
NFC | ||
HDMI | ||
USB | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) |
GPS | Optional | None |
Physical | ||
Environmental sealing | ||
Water proof | ||
Dust proof | ||
Shock proof | ||
Crush proof | ||
Freeze proof | ||
Weight | 575 grams (1.27 lbs) | 522 grams (1.15 lbs) |
Physical dimensions | 133 x 100 x 79mm (5.2" x 3.9" x 3.1") | 126 x 94 x 64mm (5.0" x 3.7" x 2.5") |
DXO scores | ||
DXO Overall score | 62 | 65 |
DXO Color Depth score | 21.7 | 22.5 |
DXO Dynamic range score | 11.2 | 11.4 |
DXO Low light score | 722 | 562 |
Other | ||
Battery life | 440 photos | 500 photos |
Battery type | Battery Pack | Battery Pack |
Battery model | LP-E8 | - |
Self timer | Yes (2s, 10s+remote, 10s + continuous shots 2-10)) | Yes (2 or 10 sec) |
Time lapse shooting | ||
Type of storage | SD/SDHC/SDXC | SD/MMC/SDHC card |
Card slots | 1 | 1 |
Launch price | $498 | $398 |