Canon 80D vs Nikon D3300
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Canon 80D vs Nikon D3300 Key Specs
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- 24MP - APS-C Sensor
- 3" Fixed Screen
- ISO 100 - 12800 (Expand to 25600)
- No Anti-Alias Filter
- 1920 x 1080 video
- Nikon F Mount
- 430g - 124 x 98 x 76mm
- Released April 2014
- Older Model is Nikon D3200
- Refreshed by Nikon D3400

Canon 80D vs Nikon D3300 Overview
Here is a complete comparison of the Canon 80D versus Nikon D3300, one being a Advanced DSLR and the latter is a Entry-Level DSLR by manufacturers Canon and Nikon. The resolution of the 80D (24MP) and the D3300 (24MP) is relatively comparable and they feature the same exact sensor size (APS-C).

The 80D was manufactured 23 months later than the D3300 which makes the cameras a generation apart from one another. Each of these cameras offer different body type with the Canon 80D being a Mid-size SLR camera and the Nikon D3300 being a Compact SLR camera.
Before we go in to a detailed comparison, below is a short highlight of how the 80D grades against the D3300 in relation to portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

Canon 80D vs Nikon D3300 Gallery
This is a preview of the gallery photos for Canon EOS 80D and Nikon D3300. The entire galleries are provided at Canon 80D Gallery and Nikon D3300 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Canon 80D over the Nikon D3300
80D | D3300 | |||
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Released | February 2016 | ![]() | April 2014 | Fresher by 23 months |
Screen type | Fully Articulated | ![]() | Fixed | Fully Articulating screen |
Screen resolution | 1040k | ![]() | 921k | Sharper screen (+119k dot) |
Selfie screen | ![]() | Easy selfies | ||
Touch screen | ![]() | Quickly navigate |
Reasons to pick Nikon D3300 over the Canon 80D
D3300 | 80D |
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Common features in the Canon 80D and Nikon D3300
80D | D3300 | |||
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Focus manually | ![]() | More exact focusing | ||
Screen sizing | 3" | ![]() | 3" | Equivalent screen size |
Canon 80D vs Nikon D3300 Physical Comparison
In case you're going to carry your camera, you will want to factor its weight and measurements. The Canon 80D features physical dimensions of 139mm x 105mm x 79mm (5.5" x 4.1" x 3.1") accompanied by a weight of 730 grams (1.61 lbs) and the Nikon D3300 has proportions of 124mm x 98mm x 76mm (4.9" x 3.9" x 3.0") accompanied by a weight of 430 grams (0.95 lbs).
Look at the Canon 80D versus Nikon D3300 in the all new Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.
Do not forget, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change depending on the lens you have during that time. Underneath is the front view size comparison of the 80D and the D3300.

Taking into consideration dimensions and weight, the portability score of the 80D and D3300 is 59 and 69 respectively.

Canon 80D vs Nikon D3300 Sensor Comparison
Normally, it is very hard to visualize the gap in sensor sizing merely by seeing specifications. The graphic underneath might give you a stronger sense of the sensor dimensions in the 80D and D3300.
To sum up, both the cameras enjoy the same exact sensor sizing and the identical megapixels and you should expect comparable quality of photographs however you really should consider the production date of the cameras into account. The more recent 80D should have an advantage when it comes to sensor technology.

Canon 80D vs Nikon D3300 Screen and ViewFinder


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Canon 80D vs Nikon D3300 Specifications
Canon EOS 80D | Nikon D3300 | |
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General Information | ||
Company | Canon | Nikon |
Model type | Canon EOS 80D | Nikon D3300 |
Category | Advanced DSLR | Entry-Level DSLR |
Launched | 2016-02-18 | 2014-04-21 |
Body design | Mid-size SLR | Compact SLR |
Sensor Information | ||
Powered by | DIGIC 6 | Expeed 4 |
Sensor type | CMOS | CMOS |
Sensor size | APS-C | APS-C |
Sensor dimensions | 22.5 x 15mm | 23.5 x 15.6mm |
Sensor area | 337.5mm² | 366.6mm² |
Sensor resolution | 24MP | 24MP |
Anti alias filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 1:1, 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 | 3:2 |
Maximum resolution | 6000 x 4000 | 6000 x 4000 |
Maximum native ISO | 16000 | 12800 |
Maximum boosted ISO | 25600 | 25600 |
Minimum native ISO | 100 | 100 |
RAW files | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Manual focusing | ||
Autofocus touch | ||
Autofocus continuous | ||
Autofocus single | ||
Tracking autofocus | ||
Selective autofocus | ||
Center weighted autofocus | ||
Multi area autofocus | ||
Autofocus live view | ||
Face detection autofocus | ||
Contract detection autofocus | ||
Phase detection autofocus | ||
Total focus points | 45 | 11 |
Cross type focus points | 45 | 1 |
Lens | ||
Lens mount type | Canon EF/EF-S | Nikon F |
Number of lenses | 326 | 309 |
Crop factor | 1.6 | 1.5 |
Screen | ||
Range of screen | Fully Articulated | Fixed Type |
Screen size | 3" | 3" |
Resolution of screen | 1,040 thousand dot | 921 thousand dot |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch operation | ||
Screen technology | - | TFT LCD (160 degree viewing angle) |
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder type | Optical (pentaprism) | Optical (pentamirror) |
Viewfinder coverage | 100% | 95% |
Viewfinder magnification | 0.6x | 0.57x |
Features | ||
Lowest shutter speed | 30 secs | 30 secs |
Highest shutter speed | 1/8000 secs | 1/4000 secs |
Continuous shooting speed | 7.0fps | 5.0fps |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Manually set exposure | ||
Exposure compensation | Yes | Yes |
Change white balance | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Inbuilt flash | ||
Flash distance | 12.00 m (at ISO 100) | 12.00 m (at ISO 100) |
Flash modes | - | Auto, Auto slow sync, Auto slow sync with red-eye reduction, Auto with red-eye reduction, Fill-flash, Off, Rear-curtain sync, Rear-curtain with slow sync, Red-eye reduction, Red-eye reduction with slow sync, Slow sync |
Hot shoe | ||
AEB | ||
White balance bracketing | ||
Highest flash sync | 1/250 secs | 1/200 secs |
Exposure | ||
Multisegment | ||
Average | ||
Spot | ||
Partial | ||
AF area | ||
Center weighted | ||
Video features | ||
Supported video resolutions | 1920 x 1080 (60p, 30p, 24p), 1280 x 720 (60p, 30p) | 1920 x 1080 (60p, 50p, 30p, 25p, 24p fps), 1280 x 720 (60p, 50p fps), 640 x 424 (30, 25 fps) |
Maximum video resolution | 1920x1080 | 1920x1080 |
Video format | MPEG-4, H.264 | MPEG-4, H.264 |
Mic input | ||
Headphone input | ||
Connectivity | ||
Wireless | Built-In | Optional |
Bluetooth | ||
NFC | ||
HDMI | ||
USB | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) |
GPS | None | Optional |
Physical | ||
Environment seal | ||
Water proofing | ||
Dust proofing | ||
Shock proofing | ||
Crush proofing | ||
Freeze proofing | ||
Weight | 730g (1.61 lbs) | 430g (0.95 lbs) |
Dimensions | 139 x 105 x 79mm (5.5" x 4.1" x 3.1") | 124 x 98 x 76mm (4.9" x 3.9" x 3.0") |
DXO scores | ||
DXO All around rating | 79 | 82 |
DXO Color Depth rating | 23.6 | 24.3 |
DXO Dynamic range rating | 13.2 | 12.8 |
DXO Low light rating | 1135 | 1385 |
Other | ||
Battery life | 960 pictures | 700 pictures |
Style of battery | Battery Pack | Battery Pack |
Battery ID | LP-E6N | EN-EL14a |
Self timer | Yes (2 or 10 sec) | Yes (2, 5, 10, 20 secs (1-9 exposures)) |
Time lapse recording | ||
Storage media | SD/SDHC/SDXC (UHS-I support) | SD/SDHC/SDXC |
Storage slots | Single | Single |
Launch price | $1,199 | $500 |