Canon T6s vs Nikon D40

Lets take a deeper look at the Canon T6s versus Nikon D40, both Entry-Level DSLR cameras by companies Canon and Nikon. There is a significant difference among the resolutions of the T6s (24MP) and D40 (6MP) but they enjoy the same exact sensor dimensions (APS-C).

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The T6s was unveiled 8 years after the D40 which is a fairly sizable gap as far as camera tech is concerned. Both of the cameras offer the identical body type (Compact SLR).

Before delving straight into a thorough comparison, below is a brief synopsis of how the T6s matches up against the D40 in relation to portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

Following is a sample of the gallery pics for Canon EOS Rebel T6s and Nikon D40. The full galleries are viewable at Canon T6s Gallery and Nikon D40 Gallery.

For those who are intending to carry around your camera regularly, you will have to take into account its weight and volume. The Canon T6s provides outside dimensions of 132mm x 101mm x 78mm (5.2" x 4.0" x 3.1") having a weight of 565 grams (1.25 lbs) while the Nikon D40 has sizing of 124mm x 94mm x 64mm (4.9" x 3.7" x 2.5") along with a weight of 522 grams (1.15 lbs).

Check out the Canon T6s versus Nikon D40 in the latest Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Remember, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change dependant on the lens you have attached during that time. Underneath is the front view overall size comparison of the T6s and the D40.

Using size and weight, the portability score of the T6s and D40 is 66 and 71 respectively.

Often, it is tough to envision the contrast in sensor sizes just by checking out specifications. The pic below will help provide you a much better sense of the sensor sizes in the T6s and D40.

To sum up, the two cameras offer the same exact sensor sizing but not the same MP. You should expect to see the Canon T6s to produce greater detail having an extra 18MP. Greater resolution can also help you crop pics a little more aggressively. The more recent T6s will have a benefit with regard to sensor technology.