Canon 7D vs Nikon D300

Here, we are comparing the Canon 7D vs Nikon D300, both Advanced DSLR digital cameras by competitors Canon and Nikon. There exists a huge gap between the resolutions of the 7D (18MP) and D300 (12MP) but both cameras have the identical sensor sizing (APS-C).

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The 7D was introduced 21 months later than the D300 making them a generation apart from one another. Both of these cameras feature the same body design (Mid-size SLR).

Before getting right into a complete comparison, here is a simple overview of how the 7D scores versus the D300 in the way of portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.

The following is a sample of the gallery pictures for Canon EOS 7D and Nikon D300. The whole galleries are viewable at Canon 7D Gallery and Nikon D300 Gallery.

For anyone who is planning to lug around your camera often, you will want to factor its weight and proportions. The Canon 7D comes with external measurements of 148mm x 111mm x 74mm (5.8" x 4.4" x 2.9") accompanied by a weight of 860 grams (1.90 lbs) whilst the Nikon D300 has measurements of 147mm x 114mm x 74mm (5.8" x 4.5" x 2.9") and a weight of 925 grams (2.04 lbs).

Analyze the Canon 7D vs Nikon D300 in the latest Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Keep in mind, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary based on the lens you have chosen at that moment. Here is a front view measurements comparison of the 7D compared to the D300.

Considering dimensions and weight, the portability grade of the 7D and D300 is 56 and 55 respectively.

More often than not, it's tough to visualize the contrast between sensor measurements purely by going over specs. The photograph below might provide you a much better sense of the sensor sizing in the 7D and D300.

As you can plainly see, both the cameras come with the identical sensor size but different megapixels. You should anticipate the Canon 7D to deliver more detail using its extra 6 Megapixels. Greater resolution will enable you to crop pics a good deal more aggressively. The more modern 7D provides an edge when it comes to sensor technology.