Canon 70D vs Nikon D50

Below, we will be contrasting the Canon 70D and Nikon D50, both Advanced DSLR digital cameras by manufacturers Canon and Nikon. There is a crucial difference between the sensor resolutions of the 70D (20MP) and D50 (6MP) but they possess the exact same sensor size (APS-C).

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The 70D was revealed 8 years later than the D50 and that is quite a serious gap as far as tech is concerned. Each of the cameras come with the identical body type (Mid-size SLR).

Before we go straight into a in depth comparison, below is a concise introduction of how the 70D scores against the D50 in relation to portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

This is a preview of the gallery photos for Canon EOS 70D and Nikon D50. The full galleries are viewable at Canon 70D Gallery and Nikon D50 Gallery.

For anybody who is looking to carry your camera regularly, you will want to factor in its weight and volume. The Canon 70D has exterior dimensions of 139mm x 104mm x 79mm (5.5" x 4.1" x 3.1") along with a weight of 755 grams (1.66 lbs) and the Nikon D50 has sizing of 133mm x 102mm x 76mm (5.2" x 4.0" x 3.0") having a weight of 620 grams (1.37 lbs).

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Don't forget, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change dependant on the lens you have during that time. Underneath is the front view overall size comparison of the 70D compared to the D50.

Factoring in size and weight, the portability grade of the 70D and D50 is 59 and 64 respectively.

Usually, it can be difficult to picture the gap between sensor sizing only by checking specifications. The visual here should offer you a much better sense of the sensor dimensions in the 70D and D50.

Plainly, both of these cameras posses the exact same sensor measurements albeit different resolution. You should count on the Canon 70D to resolve greater detail because of its extra 14MP. Higher resolution will help you crop shots somewhat more aggressively. The younger 70D should have an edge with regard to sensor innovation.