Canon 760D vs Nikon D5000

Below, we are reviewing the Canon 760D vs Nikon D5000, both Entry-Level DSLR digital cameras by brands Canon and Nikon. There exists a noticeable gap between the sensor resolutions of the 760D (24MP) and D5000 (12MP) but they use the exact same sensor sizes (APS-C).

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The 760D was introduced 5 years later than the D5000 and that is quite a sizable difference as far as technology is concerned. The two cameras come with the identical body type (Compact SLR).

Before delving through a more detailed comparison, below is a short summation of how the 760D grades versus the D5000 when considering portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.

Following is a sample of the gallery pics for Canon EOS 760D & Nikon D5000. The whole galleries are provided at Canon 760D Gallery & Nikon D5000 Gallery.

For those who are planning to lug around your camera, you are going to need to factor its weight and dimensions. The Canon 760D features outside measurements of 132mm x 101mm x 78mm (5.2" x 4.0" x 3.1") accompanied by a weight of 565 grams (1.25 lbs) whilst the Nikon D5000 has dimensions of 127mm x 104mm x 80mm (5.0" x 4.1" x 3.1") with a weight of 590 grams (1.30 lbs).

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Always remember, the weight of an ILC will vary dependant on the lens you have chosen at that moment. Underneath is the front view size comparison of the 760D and the D5000.

Considering dimensions and weight, the portability grade of the 760D and D5000 is 66 and 65 respectively.

Sometimes, it is very difficult to visualise the gap between sensor measurements simply by checking technical specs. The graphic here might offer you a better sense of the sensor measurements in the 760D and D5000.

As you can tell, both of the cameras have got the exact same sensor measurements but not the same resolution. You can expect to see the Canon 760D to give greater detail using its extra 12 Megapixels. Greater resolution can also allow you to crop photos much more aggressively. The more recent 760D will have an advantage in sensor technology.