Canon SL3 vs Nikon D60

Below, we will be looking at the Canon SL3 versus Nikon D60, both Entry-Level DSLR cameras by competitors Canon and Nikon. There is a substantial difference among the sensor resolutions of the SL3 (24MP) and D60 (10MP) but they use the exact same sensor measurements (APS-C).

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The SL3 was brought out 11 years later than the D60 and that is a fairly big difference as far as camera tech is concerned. Both cameras come with the identical body type (Compact SLR).

Before going through a comprehensive comparison, below is a quick introduction of how the SL3 matches up vs the D60 in relation to portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

Following is a preview of the gallery images for Canon EOS Rebel SL3 & Nikon D60. The entire galleries are viewable at Canon SL3 Gallery & Nikon D60 Gallery.

For those who are planning to carry your camera frequently, you are going to need to factor its weight and measurements. The Canon SL3 offers outside measurements of 122mm x 93mm x 70mm (4.8" x 3.7" x 2.8") having a weight of 449 grams (0.99 lbs) whilst the Nikon D60 has proportions of 126mm x 94mm x 64mm (5.0" x 3.7" x 2.5") and a weight of 522 grams (1.15 lbs).

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Remember that, the weight of an ILC will change depending on the lens you have during that time. Below is the front view dimensions comparison of the SL3 vs the D60.

Considering size and weight, the portability rating of the SL3 and D60 is 71 and 70 respectively.

Generally, it's difficult to envision the gap in sensor sizing simply by checking out specifications. The photograph underneath might provide you a clearer sense of the sensor sizing in the SL3 and D60.

To sum up, both cameras posses the exact same sensor measurements albeit not the same megapixels. You can expect the Canon SL3 to provide more detail having its extra 14MP. Higher resolution will also make it easier to crop shots somewhat more aggressively. The newer SL3 is going to have a benefit when it comes to sensor technology.