Canon 90D vs Nikon D300

Below is a comprehensive overview of the Canon 90D and Nikon D300, both Advanced DSLR digital cameras by manufacturers Canon and Nikon. There is a sizeable difference between the sensor resolutions of the 90D (33MP) and D300 (12MP) but both cameras posses the identical sensor measurements (APS-C).

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The 90D was manufactured 11 years later than the D300 and that is quite a large gap as far as tech is concerned. The two cameras feature the same body design (Mid-size SLR).

Before diving straight to a in-depth comparison, here is a brief synopsis of how the 90D scores versus the D300 in regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.

Below is a sample of the gallery pictures for Canon EOS 90D and Nikon D300. The entire galleries are available at Canon 90D Gallery and Nikon D300 Gallery.

If you're going to lug around your camera often, you will want to factor in its weight and proportions. The Canon 90D enjoys physical measurements of 141mm x 105mm x 77mm (5.6" x 4.1" x 3.0") and a weight of 701 grams (1.55 lbs) while the Nikon D300 has measurements of 147mm x 114mm x 74mm (5.8" x 4.5" x 2.9") having a weight of 925 grams (2.04 lbs).

Compare the Canon 90D and Nikon D300 in the all new Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Do not forget, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ based on the lens you are utilizing at that time. The following is a front view overall size comparison of the 90D compared to the D300.

Factoring in size and weight, the portability rating of the 90D and D300 is 60 and 55 respectively.

Usually, it is very hard to imagine the difference between sensor measurements only by checking technical specs. The photograph below will help give you a more clear sense of the sensor sizing in the 90D and D300.

As you can tell, each of the cameras come with the identical sensor size but different megapixels. You should anticipate the Canon 90D to give you more detail due to its extra 21MP. Greater resolution will let you crop images a good deal more aggressively. The more modern 90D provides an edge in sensor innovation.