Canon D30 vs Nikon D750

In this write-up, we will be comparing the Canon D30 versus Nikon D750, both Advanced DSLR digital cameras by rivals Canon and Nikon. There exists a significant gap between the image resolutions of the D30 (3MP) and D750 (24MP) and the D30 (APS-C) and D750 (Full frame) come with totally different sensor measurements.

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The D30 was announced 15 years prior to the D750 and that is quite a sizable gap as far as technology is concerned. Each of the cameras offer the identical body type (Mid-size SLR).

Before going through a in depth comparison, below is a simple introduction of how the D30 matches up against the D750 when considering portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.

Here is a preview of the gallery images for Canon EOS D30 and Nikon D750. The whole galleries are provided at Canon D30 Gallery and Nikon D750 Gallery.

For anyone who is looking to lug around your camera often, you should think about its weight and size. The Canon D30 has got exterior measurements of 150mm x 107mm x 75mm (5.9" x 4.2" x 3.0") having a weight of 855 grams (1.88 lbs) while the Nikon D750 has specifications of 141mm x 113mm x 78mm (5.6" x 4.4" x 3.1") accompanied by a weight of 840 grams (1.85 lbs).

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Bear in mind, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary dependant on the lens you use at the time. Underneath is the front view dimensions comparison of the D30 against the D750.

Considering dimensions and weight, the portability grade of the D30 and D750 is 57 and 57 respectively.

Quite often, it can be difficult to envision the difference between sensor measurements merely by reading technical specs. The visual below should provide you a greater sense of the sensor sizing in the D30 and D750.

As you have seen, the two cameras enjoy different megapixel count and different sensor measurements. The D30 having a tinier sensor will make shooting bokeh more challenging and the Nikon D750 will offer you extra detail with its extra 21 Megapixels. Higher resolution will help you crop pictures far more aggressively. The older D30 is going to be behind with regard to sensor technology.