Canon SL2 vs Nikon D3400

Below, we are matching up the Canon SL2 vs Nikon D3400, both Entry-Level DSLR digital cameras by competitors Canon and Nikon. The image resolution of the SL2 (24MP) and the D3400 (24MP) is fairly well matched and they come with the exact same sensor dimensions (APS-C).

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The SL2 was unveiled 11 months later than the D3400 and they are both of a similar age. Both cameras come with the identical body type (Compact SLR).

Before diving through a in depth comparison, below is a brief introduction of how the SL2 scores vs the D3400 when considering portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.

Following is a sample of the gallery pictures for Canon EOS Rebel SL2 & Nikon D3400. The full galleries are viewable at Canon SL2 Gallery & Nikon D3400 Gallery.

If you're looking to lug around your camera, you'll have to factor in its weight and size. The Canon SL2 offers outside measurements of 122mm x 93mm x 70mm (4.8" x 3.7" x 2.8") having a weight of 453 grams (1.00 lbs) while the Nikon D3400 has specifications of 124mm x 98mm x 76mm (4.9" x 3.9" x 3.0") with a weight of 395 grams (0.87 lbs).

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Remember that, the weight of an ILC will change depending on the lens you are employing at the time. The following is the front view physical size comparison of the SL2 versus the D3400.

Considering size and weight, the portability grade of the SL2 and D3400 is 71 and 70 respectively.

Usually, it is tough to envision the gap between sensor measurements just by reading through specs. The graphic below should provide you a greater sense of the sensor sizing in the SL2 and D3400.

As you can plainly see, the two cameras have got the exact same sensor measurements and the same exact megapixels and you can expect similar quality of files although you will need to take the launch date of the products into consideration. The more recent SL2 is going to have an advantage with regard to sensor innovation.