Canon 77D vs Nikon D40X
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Canon 77D vs Nikon D40X Key Specs
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- 24MP - APS-C Sensor
- 3" Fully Articulated Display
- ISO 100 - 25600 (Bump to 51200)
- 1920 x 1080 video
- Canon EF/EF-S Mount
- 540g - 131 x 100 x 76mm
- Announced February 2017
- Alternate Name is EOS 9000D
- Succeeded the Canon T6s
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Canon 77D vs Nikon D40X Overview
The following is a extended assessment of the Canon 77D vs Nikon D40X, both Entry-Level DSLR digital cameras by brands Canon and Nikon. There exists a huge gap between the sensor resolutions of the 77D (24MP) and D40X (10MP) but both cameras provide the identical sensor sizes (APS-C).
Photography GlossaryThe 77D was revealed 9 years after the D40X which is quite a significant gap as far as technology is concerned. Each of these cameras feature different body design with the Canon 77D being a Mid-size SLR camera and the Nikon D40X being a Compact SLR camera.
Before we go right into a full comparison, here is a brief summation of how the 77D matches up against the D40X when it comes to portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.
Canon 77D vs Nikon D40X Gallery
Below is a sample of the gallery pics for Canon EOS 77D and Nikon D40X. The full galleries are viewable at Canon 77D Gallery and Nikon D40X Gallery.
Reasons to pick Canon 77D over the Nikon D40X
77D | D40X | |||
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Launched | February 2017 | May 2007 | Newer by 119 months | |
Display type | Fully Articulated | Fixed | Fully Articulating display | |
Display size | 3" | 2.5" | Larger display (+0.5") | |
Display resolution | 1040k | 230k | Sharper display (+810k dot) | |
Selfie screen | Take selfies | |||
Touch display | Easily navigate |
Reasons to pick Nikon D40X over the Canon 77D
D40X | 77D |
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Common features in the Canon 77D and Nikon D40X
77D | D40X | |||
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Focus manually | Dial precise focus |
Canon 77D vs Nikon D40X Physical Comparison
For those who are intending to travel with your camera, you'll have to factor in its weight and volume. The Canon 77D provides exterior measurements of 131mm x 100mm x 76mm (5.2" x 3.9" x 3.0") with a weight of 540 grams (1.19 lbs) while the Nikon D40X has sizing of 124mm x 94mm x 64mm (4.9" x 3.7" x 2.5") with a weight of 522 grams (1.15 lbs).
Compare the Canon 77D vs Nikon D40X in the all new Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.Do not forget, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change based on the lens you are employing at that moment. Underneath is a front view overall size comparison of the 77D versus the D40X.
Taking into account dimensions and weight, the portability grade of the 77D and D40X is 66 and 71 respectively.
Canon 77D vs Nikon D40X Sensor Comparison
Typically, it's tough to envision the contrast between sensor dimensions just by reading technical specs. The image below will help give you a more clear sense of the sensor sizing in the 77D and D40X.
As you can tell, both of these cameras come with the identical sensor size but not the same megapixels. You should expect to see the Canon 77D to offer you more detail because of its extra 14MP. Greater resolution will also let you crop images a good deal more aggressively. The fresher 77D will have an edge in sensor tech.
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Canon 77D vs Nikon D40X Specifications
Canon EOS 77D | Nikon D40X | |
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General Information | ||
Brand | Canon | Nikon |
Model | Canon EOS 77D | Nikon D40X |
Other name | EOS 9000D | - |
Class | Entry-Level DSLR | Entry-Level DSLR |
Announced | 2017-02-15 | 2007-05-27 |
Physical type | Mid-size SLR | Compact SLR |
Sensor Information | ||
Powered by | DIGIC 7 | Expeed |
Sensor type | CMOS | CCD |
Sensor size | APS-C | APS-C |
Sensor measurements | 22.3 x 14.9mm | 23.7 x 15.6mm |
Sensor surface area | 332.3mm² | 369.7mm² |
Sensor resolution | 24MP | 10MP |
Anti aliasing filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 1:1, 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 | 3:2 |
Full resolution | 6000 x 4000 | 3872 x 2592 |
Max native ISO | 25600 | 1600 |
Max boosted ISO | 51200 | 3200 |
Minimum native ISO | 100 | 100 |
RAW data | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Focus manually | ||
Autofocus touch | ||
Continuous autofocus | ||
Single autofocus | ||
Tracking autofocus | ||
Autofocus selectice | ||
Center weighted autofocus | ||
Autofocus multi area | ||
Live view autofocus | ||
Face detect autofocus | ||
Contract detect autofocus | ||
Phase detect autofocus | ||
Number of focus points | 45 | 3 |
Cross focus points | 45 | - |
Lens | ||
Lens mount | Canon EF/EF-S | Nikon F |
Number of lenses | 326 | 309 |
Crop factor | 1.6 | 1.5 |
Screen | ||
Type of display | Fully Articulated | Fixed Type |
Display sizing | 3 inches | 2.5 inches |
Display resolution | 1,040 thousand dots | 230 thousand dots |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch capability | ||
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder type | Optical (pentamirror) | Optical (pentamirror) |
Viewfinder coverage | 95% | 95% |
Viewfinder magnification | 0.51x | 0.53x |
Features | ||
Slowest shutter speed | 30 seconds | 30 seconds |
Maximum shutter speed | 1/4000 seconds | 1/4000 seconds |
Continuous shooting rate | 6.0 frames per sec | 3.0 frames per sec |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Expose Manually | ||
Exposure compensation | Yes | Yes |
Change white balance | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Inbuilt flash | ||
Flash range | 12.00 m (at ISO 100) | 17.00 m |
Flash modes | - | Front curtain, Rear curtain, Red-Eye, Slow, Red-Eye Slow |
Hot shoe | ||
AE bracketing | ||
White balance bracketing | ||
Maximum flash synchronize | 1/200 seconds | 1/200 seconds |
Exposure | ||
Multisegment | ||
Average | ||
Spot | ||
Partial | ||
AF area | ||
Center weighted | ||
Video features | ||
Supported video resolutions | 1920 x 1080 @ 60p / 60 Mbps, MOV, H.264, Linear PCM | - |
Max video resolution | 1920x1080 | None |
Video file format | MPEG-4, H.264 | - |
Microphone port | ||
Headphone port | ||
Connectivity | ||
Wireless | Built-In | None |
Bluetooth | ||
NFC | ||
HDMI | ||
USB | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) |
GPS | Optional | None |
Physical | ||
Environment sealing | ||
Water proof | ||
Dust proof | ||
Shock proof | ||
Crush proof | ||
Freeze proof | ||
Weight | 540g (1.19 lb) | 522g (1.15 lb) |
Physical dimensions | 131 x 100 x 76mm (5.2" x 3.9" x 3.0") | 124 x 94 x 64mm (4.9" x 3.7" x 2.5") |
DXO scores | ||
DXO All around score | 78 | 63 |
DXO Color Depth score | 23.6 | 22.4 |
DXO Dynamic range score | 13.3 | 11.4 |
DXO Low light score | 971 | 516 |
Other | ||
Battery life | 600 photographs | - |
Form of battery | Battery Pack | - |
Battery model | - | EN-EL9 |
Self timer | Yes (2 or 10 sec) | Yes (2 to 20 sec) |
Time lapse feature | ||
Storage type | SD/SDHC/SDXC (UHS-I compatible) | SD/SDHC card |
Card slots | Single | Single |
Pricing at launch | $549 | $375 |