Canon 750D vs Nikon D5500

Here, we will be contrasting the Canon 750D and Nikon D5500, both Entry-Level DSLR cameras by companies Canon and Nikon. The image resolution of the 750D (24MP) and the D5500 (24MP) is pretty comparable and both cameras boast the identical sensor measurements (APS-C).

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The 750D was revealed 2 months later than the D5500 and they are both of a similar age. Both cameras feature the same body design (Compact SLR).

Before we go straight to a thorough comparison, here is a concise highlight of how the 750D scores vs the D5500 in regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.

Here is a preview of the gallery images for Canon EOS 750d & Nikon D5500. The full galleries are available at Canon 750D Gallery & Nikon D5500 Gallery.

In case you're planning to lug around your camera often, you will want to think about its weight and measurements. The Canon 750D has got physical dimensions of 132mm x 101mm x 78mm (5.2" x 4.0" x 3.1") having a weight of 555 grams (1.22 lbs) whilst the Nikon D5500 has proportions of 124mm x 97mm x 70mm (4.9" x 3.8" x 2.8") along with a weight of 420 grams (0.93 lbs).

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Keep in mind, the weight of an ILC will change based on the lens you are working with during that time. The following is a front view overall size comparison of the 750D vs the D5500.

Looking at dimensions and weight, the portability grade of the 750D and D5500 is 66 and 71 respectively.

Sometimes, its hard to see the difference in sensor measurements only by checking out technical specs. The photograph below should offer you a clearer sense of the sensor sizes in the 750D and D5500.

As you have seen, the 2 cameras come with the identical sensor size and the same MP and you can expect comparable quality of images although you have to take the age of the cameras into account.