Canon SL3 vs Nikon D3000

Following is a detailed analysis of the Canon SL3 and Nikon D3000, both Entry-Level DSLR digital cameras by companies Canon and Nikon. There is a crucial difference between the sensor resolutions of the SL3 (24MP) and D3000 (10MP) but both cameras provide the identical sensor size (APS-C).

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The SL3 was brought out 9 years after the D3000 which is quite a serious gap as far as tech is concerned. Each of these cameras feature the same body design (Compact SLR).

Before delving right into a in-depth comparison, here is a brief highlight of how the SL3 grades against the D3000 when considering portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

Following is a sample of the gallery pics for Canon EOS Rebel SL3 and Nikon D3000. The entire galleries are viewable at Canon SL3 Gallery and Nikon D3000 Gallery.

For anybody who is intending to carry around your camera frequently, you are going to need to think about its weight and measurements. The Canon SL3 has physical measurements of 122mm x 93mm x 70mm (4.8" x 3.7" x 2.8") accompanied by a weight of 449 grams (0.99 lbs) while the Nikon D3000 has proportions of 126mm x 97mm x 64mm (5.0" x 3.8" x 2.5") accompanied by a weight of 536 grams (1.18 lbs).

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Keep in mind, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary depending on the lens you have chosen at the time. Following is a front view overall size comparison of the SL3 and the D3000.

Using size and weight, the portability score of the SL3 and D3000 is 71 and 69 respectively.

Generally, it is tough to imagine the contrast between sensor sizes purely by reviewing specs. The pic below will help offer you a clearer sense of the sensor measurements in the SL3 and D3000.

As you can plainly see, the 2 cameras come with the identical sensor size but different resolution. You should expect to see the Canon SL3 to offer you extra detail having its extra 14MP. Greater resolution will enable you to crop images a good deal more aggressively. The younger SL3 provides an edge with regard to sensor technology.