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Canon D30 vs Nikon D780

Portability
57
Imaging
39
Features
36
Overall
37
Canon EOS D30 front
 
Nikon D780 front
Portability
57
Imaging
76
Features
89
Overall
81

Canon D30 vs Nikon D780 Key Specs

Canon D30
(Full Review)
  • 3MP - APS-C Sensor
  • 1.8" Fixed Display
  • ISO 100 - 1600
  • No Video
  • Canon EF Mount
  • 855g - 150 x 107 x 75mm
  • Released October 2000
Nikon D780
(Full Review)
  • 25MP - Full frame Sensor
  • 3.2" Tilting Display
  • ISO 100 - 51200 (Push to 204800)
  • 1/8000s Max Shutter
  • 3840 x 2160 video
  • Nikon F Mount
  • 840g - 144 x 116 x 76mm
  • Introduced January 2020
  • Replaced the Nikon D750
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Canon D30 vs Nikon D780 Overview

Here, we are comparing the Canon D30 versus Nikon D780, both Advanced DSLR cameras by brands Canon and Nikon. There is a significant difference among the image resolutions of the D30 (3MP) and D780 (25MP) and the D30 (APS-C) and D780 (Full frame) posses totally different sensor measurements.

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The D30 was introduced 20 years before the D780 which is a fairly sizable gap as far as camera tech is concerned. Each of the cameras feature the same body design (Mid-size SLR).

Before we go straight to a full comparison, here is a short summary of how the D30 grades against the D780 in terms of portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

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Reasons to pick Canon D30 over the Nikon D780

 D30 D780 

Reasons to pick Nikon D780 over the Canon D30

 D780 D30 
IntroducedJanuary 2020October 2000More modern by 234 months
Display typeTiltingFixed Tilting display
Display size3.2"1.8"Larger display (+1.4")
Display resolution2359k120kCrisper display (+2239k dot)
Touch friendly display Easily navigate

Common features in the Canon D30 and Nikon D780

 D30 D780 
Manually focus More precise focus
Selfie screen No selfie screen

Canon D30 vs Nikon D780 Physical Comparison

For anyone who is aiming to carry around your camera, you will need to factor in its weight and proportions. The Canon D30 has physical measurements of 150mm x 107mm x 75mm (5.9" x 4.2" x 3.0") with a weight of 855 grams (1.88 lbs) while the Nikon D780 has measurements of 144mm x 116mm x 76mm (5.7" x 4.6" x 3.0") along with a weight of 840 grams (1.85 lbs).

Contrast the Canon D30 versus Nikon D780 in the latest Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool. Camera Size Comparison with Lenses

Keep in mind, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change dependant on the lens you are working with during that time. Following is a front view dimension comparison of the D30 and the D780.

Canon D30 vs Nikon D780 size comparison

Looking at size and weight, the portability grade of the D30 and D780 is 57 and 57 respectively.

Canon D30 vs Nikon D780 top view buttons comparison

Canon D30 vs Nikon D780 Sensor Comparison

In many cases, its hard to see the difference in sensor sizes just by seeing specs. The pic below might give you a more clear sense of the sensor sizing in the D30 and D780.

As you can plainly see, both of those cameras come with different resolutions and different sensor sizes. The D30 with its smaller sensor will make achieving bokeh more challenging and the Nikon D780 will provide greater detail using its extra 22MP. Greater resolution can also allow you to crop photos a good deal more aggressively. The more aged D30 will be behind when it comes to sensor technology.

Canon D30 vs Nikon D780 sensor size comparison

Canon D30 vs Nikon D780 Screen and ViewFinder

Canon D30 vs Nikon D780 Screen and Viewfinder comparison
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Photography Type Scores

Portrait Comparison

Canon D30 as a Portrait photography camera
Nikon D780 as a Portrait photography camera
47
you can focus manually
decent sensor size (APS-C)
supports RAW formats
no liveview feature
low resolution (3 megapixels)
85
you can focus manually
MP count amazing (25MP)
sensor size is big (Full frame)
provides face detection focusing
delivers RAW files
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Street Comparison

Canon D30 Street photography information
Nikon D780 Street photography information
50
decent sensor size (APS-C)
supports RAW formats
screen is fixed
lack of image stabilization
71
tilting screen
sensor size is big (Full frame)
delivers RAW files
supports focus by touch
weather sealing
great ISO range (51,200)
does not have image stabilization
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Sports Comparison

Sports photography with Canon D30
Sports photography with Nikon D780
36
decent sensor size (APS-C)
has phase detect autofocus
no liveview feature
max fps low (3.0 frames/s)
lack of image stabilization
low resolution (3MP)
81
great max shutter speed (1/8,000 seconds)
MP count amazing (25 megapixels)
sensor size is big (Full frame)
provides tracking autofocus
weather sealing
better than average battery life (2,260 per charge)
supports phase detect AF
does not have image stabilization
Photography Glossary

Travel Comparison

Canon D30 Travel photography information
Nikon D780 Travel photography information
40
built-in flash
no Timelapse mode
low resolution (3 megapixels)
display is not selfie friendly
71
better than average battery life (2,260 per charge)
weather sealing
supports bluetooth
supports focus by touch
MP count amazing (25 megapixels)
display isn't selfie friendly
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Landscape Comparison

Canon D30 as a Landscape photography camera
Nikon D780 as a Landscape photography camera
43
you can focus manually
switch lenses (Canon EF mount)
decent sensor size (APS-C)
supports RAW formats
screen is small (1.8 inches)
no liveview feature
lack of image stabilization
low resolution (3MP)
no Timelapse mode
81
you can focus manually
interchangeable lenses (Nikon F mount)
pretty good screen size (3.2 inch)
MP count amazing (25 megapixels)
sensor size is big (Full frame)
great ISO range (51,200)
delivers RAW files
weather sealing
better than average battery life (2,260 per charge)
2 card slots
does not have image stabilization
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Vlogging Comparison

Canon D30 Vlogging information
Nikon D780 Vlogging information
9
can't record video
32
touch screen
provides face detection focusing
high video quality (3840 x 2160 resolution)
comes with external mic support
display isn't selfie friendly
does not have image stabilization
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Canon D30 vs Nikon D780 Specifications

Detailed spec comparison table for Canon D30 and Nikon D780
 Canon EOS D30Nikon D780
General Information
Brand Name Canon Nikon
Model Canon EOS D30 Nikon D780
Category Advanced DSLR Advanced DSLR
Released 2000-10-10 2020-01-07
Physical type Mid-size SLR Mid-size SLR
Sensor Information
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Sensor type CMOS BSI-CMOS
Sensor size APS-C Full frame
Sensor dimensions 22.7 x 15.1mm 35.9 x 23.9mm
Sensor area 342.8mm² 858.0mm²
Sensor resolution 3 megapixels 25 megapixels
Anti aliasing filter
Aspect ratio 3:2 1:1, 3:2 and 16:9
Highest Possible resolution 2160 x 1440 6048 x 4024
Maximum native ISO 1600 51200
Maximum enhanced ISO - 204800
Minimum native ISO 100 100
RAW format
Minimum enhanced ISO - 50
Autofocusing
Manual focus
Touch focus
AF continuous
AF single
Tracking AF
Selective AF
Center weighted AF
Multi area AF
AF live view
Face detect AF
Contract detect AF
Phase detect AF
Number of focus points 3 51
Cross focus points - 15
Lens
Lens mounting type Canon EF Nikon F
Number of lenses 250 309
Crop factor 1.6 1
Screen
Type of display Fixed Type Tilting
Display sizing 1.8 inch 3.2 inch
Display resolution 120k dots 2,359k dots
Selfie friendly
Liveview
Touch display
Viewfinder Information
Viewfinder Optical (pentaprism) Optical (pentaprism)
Viewfinder coverage 95 percent 100 percent
Viewfinder magnification 0.55x 0.7x
Features
Minimum shutter speed 30 secs 900 secs
Fastest shutter speed 1/4000 secs 1/8000 secs
Continuous shutter rate 3.0 frames per sec 7.0 frames per sec
Shutter priority
Aperture priority
Manual mode
Exposure compensation Yes Yes
Change WB
Image stabilization
Inbuilt flash
Flash range 12.00 m (ISO 100) no built-in flash
Flash settings Auto, On, Red-eye reduction, Off no built-in flash
External flash
AEB
WB bracketing
Fastest flash synchronize 1/200 secs -
Exposure
Multisegment metering
Average metering
Spot metering
Partial metering
AF area metering
Center weighted metering
Video features
Supported video resolutions - 3840 x 2160 @ 30p, MP4, H.264, Linear PCM3840 x 2160 @ 25p, MP4, H.264, Linear PCM3840 x 2160 @ 24p, MP4, H.264, Linear PCM1920 x 1080 @ 120p, MP4, H.264, Linear PCM1920 x 1080 @ 100p, MP4, H.264, Linear PCM1920 x 1080 @ 60p, MP4, H.264, Linear PCM1920 x 1080 @ 50p, MP4, H.264, Linear PCM1920 x 1080 @ 30p, MP4, H.264, Linear PCM1920 x 1080 @ 25p, MP4, H.264, Linear PCM1920 x 1080 @ 24p, MP4, H.264, Linear PCM
Maximum video resolution None 3840x2160
Video format - MPEG-4, H.264
Mic support
Headphone support
Connectivity
Wireless None Built-In
Bluetooth
NFC
HDMI
USB USB 1.0 (1.5 Mbit/sec) Yes
GPS None None
Physical
Environment sealing
Water proof
Dust proof
Shock proof
Crush proof
Freeze proof
Weight 855 grams (1.88 lb) 840 grams (1.85 lb)
Physical dimensions 150 x 107 x 75mm (5.9" x 4.2" x 3.0") 144 x 116 x 76mm (5.7" x 4.6" x 3.0")
DXO scores
DXO Overall score not tested not tested
DXO Color Depth score not tested not tested
DXO Dynamic range score not tested not tested
DXO Low light score not tested not tested
Other
Battery life - 2260 shots
Battery style - Battery Pack
Battery model - EN-EL15b
Self timer Yes (10 sec) Yes
Time lapse feature
Storage type Compact Flash (Type I or II) Dual SD/SDHC/SDXC slots (UHS-II compatible)
Card slots Single Two
Pricing at release $3,500 $2,297