Canon 700D vs Nikon D40X

Below is a comprehensive analysis of the Canon 700D and Nikon D40X, both Entry-Level DSLR digital cameras by companies Canon and Nikon. There is a huge difference between the image resolutions of the 700D (18MP) and D40X (10MP) but they enjoy the same exact sensor dimensions (APS-C).

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The 700D was launched 6 years later than the D40X and that is quite a significant gap as far as tech is concerned. Both of these cameras offer the identical body type (Compact SLR).

Before we go in to a in-depth comparison, below is a quick highlight of how the 700D grades vs the D40X with respect to portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.

Here is a preview of the gallery photos for Canon EOS 700D and Nikon D40X. The complete galleries are provided at Canon 700D Gallery and Nikon D40X Gallery.

For those who are looking to lug around your camera, you'll have to consider its weight and proportions. The Canon 700D has outside measurements of 133mm x 100mm x 79mm (5.2" x 3.9" x 3.1") accompanied by a weight of 580 grams (1.28 lbs) and the Nikon D40X has measurements of 124mm x 94mm x 64mm (4.9" x 3.7" x 2.5") having a weight of 522 grams (1.15 lbs).

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Always remember, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change depending on the lens you have at that time. Underneath is the front view dimension comparison of the 700D vs the D40X.

Taking into consideration size and weight, the portability score of the 700D and D40X is 65 and 71 respectively.

Often, it can be tough to visualize the gap between sensor measurements only by looking at a spec sheet. The graphic here may give you a stronger sense of the sensor sizing in the 700D and D40X.

Clearly, both of those cameras offer the same exact sensor sizing albeit different resolution. You should count on the Canon 700D to give you extra detail utilizing its extra 8MP. Higher resolution can also enable you to crop photographs a little more aggressively. The younger 700D provides an advantage with regard to sensor technology.