Canon 77D vs Nikon D40

Here is a in-depth analysis of the Canon 77D and Nikon D40, both Entry-Level DSLR cameras by competitors Canon and Nikon. There is a big difference among the sensor resolutions of the 77D (24MP) and D40 (6MP) but both cameras boast the same sensor size (APS-C).

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The 77D was unveiled 10 years later than the D40 and that is a fairly big gap as far as camera tech is concerned. Both of the cameras have different body design with the Canon 77D being a Mid-size SLR camera and the Nikon D40 being a Compact SLR camera.

Before getting straight to a detailed comparison, here is a quick summary of how the 77D matches up vs the D40 with regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

Below is a preview of the gallery photos for Canon EOS 77D and Nikon D40. The full galleries are available at Canon 77D Gallery and Nikon D40 Gallery.

When you are aiming to carry your camera regularly, you're going to have to factor its weight and volume. The Canon 77D has got physical dimensions of 131mm x 100mm x 76mm (5.2" x 3.9" x 3.0") having a weight of 540 grams (1.19 lbs) and the Nikon D40 has sizing of 124mm x 94mm x 64mm (4.9" x 3.7" x 2.5") accompanied by a weight of 522 grams (1.15 lbs).

Take a look at the Canon 77D and Nikon D40 in the new Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Don't forget, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ depending on the lens you have chosen during that time. The following is a front view size comparison of the 77D and the D40.

Looking at size and weight, the portability grade of the 77D and D40 is 66 and 71 respectively.

Oftentimes, it's hard to see the contrast in sensor sizing simply by checking out specifications. The visual here might offer you a greater sense of the sensor sizes in the 77D and D40.

Plainly, both of these cameras have the same sensor dimensions albeit not the same resolution. You should count on the Canon 77D to produce more detail having an extra 18 Megapixels. Higher resolution will make it easier to crop shots a bit more aggressively. The more modern 77D is going to have an advantage with regard to sensor tech.