Canon T7i vs Nikon D40
67 Imaging
67 Features
84 Overall
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71 Imaging
45 Features
33 Overall
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Canon T7i vs Nikon D40 Key Specs
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- 6MP - APS-C Sensor
- 2.5" Fixed Screen
- ISO 200 - 1600 (Boost to 3200)
- No Video
- Nikon F Mount
- 522g - 124 x 94 x 64mm
- Released December 2006
- Newer Model is Nikon D3000

Canon T7i vs Nikon D40 Overview
Here is a detailed overview of the Canon T7i versus Nikon D40, both Entry-Level DSLR digital cameras by competitors Canon and Nikon. There exists a crucial gap between the image resolutions of the T7i (24MP) and D40 (6MP) but both cameras have the same sensor dimensions (APS-C).

The T7i was announced 10 years later than the D40 and that is quite a serious gap as far as technology is concerned. Both of the cameras have different body design with the Canon T7i being a Mid-size SLR camera and the Nikon D40 being a Compact SLR camera.
Before we go right into a step-by-step comparison, here is a concise overview of how the T7i grades versus the D40 with regard to portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

Canon T7i vs Nikon D40 Gallery
Here is a preview of the gallery images for Canon EOS Rebel T7i and Nikon D40. The whole galleries are provided at Canon T7i Gallery and Nikon D40 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Canon T7i over the Nikon D40
T7i | D40 | |||
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Released | February 2017 | ![]() | December 2006 | Fresher by 124 months |
Screen type | Fully Articulated | ![]() | Fixed | Fully Articulating screen |
Screen dimensions | 3" | ![]() | 2.5" | Bigger screen (+0.5") |
Screen resolution | 1040k | ![]() | 230k | Clearer screen (+810k dot) |
Selfie screen | ![]() | Take selfies | ||
Touch friendly screen | ![]() | Quickly navigate |
Reasons to pick Nikon D40 over the Canon T7i
D40 | T7i |
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Common features in the Canon T7i and Nikon D40
T7i | D40 | |||
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Manual focus | ![]() | More precise focus |
Canon T7i vs Nikon D40 Physical Comparison
If you're going to carry your camera frequently, you're going to have to consider its weight and measurements. The Canon T7i offers exterior dimensions of 131mm x 100mm x 76mm (5.2" x 3.9" x 3.0") having a weight of 532 grams (1.17 lbs) while the Nikon D40 has proportions of 124mm x 94mm x 64mm (4.9" x 3.7" x 2.5") accompanied by a weight of 522 grams (1.15 lbs).
Compare the Canon T7i versus Nikon D40 in the new Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.
Take into consideration, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ based on the lens you are utilizing at that moment. The following is a front view dimension comparison of the T7i vs the D40.

Factoring in dimensions and weight, the portability rating of the T7i and D40 is 67 and 71 respectively.

Canon T7i vs Nikon D40 Sensor Comparison
More often than not, it is hard to visualize the contrast between sensor sizing purely by going over a spec sheet. The visual here will provide you a clearer sense of the sensor sizes in the T7i and D40.
As you can see, each of the cameras have the same sensor dimensions albeit different resolution. You should expect the Canon T7i to offer more detail with its extra 18 Megapixels. Higher resolution will also allow you to crop pictures a bit more aggressively. The younger T7i provides an advantage when it comes to sensor technology.

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Canon T7i vs Nikon D40 Specifications
Canon EOS Rebel T7i | Nikon D40 | |
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General Information | ||
Manufacturer | Canon | Nikon |
Model | Canon EOS Rebel T7i | Nikon D40 |
Also Known as | EOS 800D / Kiss X9i | - |
Type | Entry-Level DSLR | Entry-Level DSLR |
Introduced | 2017-02-15 | 2006-12-21 |
Physical type | Mid-size SLR | Compact SLR |
Sensor Information | ||
Powered by | DIGIC 7 | - |
Sensor type | CMOS | CCD |
Sensor size | APS-C | APS-C |
Sensor dimensions | 22.3 x 14.9mm | 23.7 x 15.5mm |
Sensor area | 332.3mm² | 367.4mm² |
Sensor resolution | 24 megapixels | 6 megapixels |
Anti aliasing filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 1:1, 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 | 3:2 |
Highest resolution | 6000 x 4000 | 3008 x 2000 |
Highest native ISO | 25600 | 1600 |
Highest boosted ISO | 51200 | 3200 |
Minimum native ISO | 100 | 200 |
RAW support | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Manual focus | ||
Touch to focus | ||
AF continuous | ||
AF single | ||
AF tracking | ||
Selective AF | ||
Center weighted AF | ||
Multi area AF | ||
AF live view | ||
Face detect AF | ||
Contract detect AF | ||
Phase detect AF | ||
Number of focus points | 45 | - |
Lens | ||
Lens mounting type | Canon EF/EF-S | Nikon F |
Number of lenses | 326 | 309 |
Focal length multiplier | 1.6 | 1.5 |
Screen | ||
Display type | Fully Articulated | Fixed Type |
Display diagonal | 3 inches | 2.5 inches |
Display resolution | 1,040k dots | 230k dots |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch display | ||
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder type | Optical (pentamirror) | Optical (pentamirror) |
Viewfinder coverage | 95 percent | 95 percent |
Viewfinder magnification | 0.51x | 0.53x |
Features | ||
Lowest shutter speed | 30 secs | 30 secs |
Highest shutter speed | 1/4000 secs | 1/4000 secs |
Continuous shooting rate | 6.0 frames/s | 3.0 frames/s |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Manually set exposure | ||
Exposure compensation | Yes | Yes |
Set WB | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Integrated flash | ||
Flash range | 12.00 m (at ISO 100) | 17.00 m |
Flash settings | - | Front curtain, Rear curtain, Red-Eye, Slow, Red-Eye Slow |
External flash | ||
Auto exposure bracketing | ||
WB bracketing | ||
Highest flash synchronize | 1/200 secs | 1/500 secs |
Exposure | ||
Multisegment exposure | ||
Average exposure | ||
Spot exposure | ||
Partial exposure | ||
AF area exposure | ||
Center weighted exposure | ||
Video features | ||
Video resolutions | 1920 x 1080 @ 60p / 60 Mbps, MOV, H.264, Linear PCM | - |
Highest video resolution | 1920x1080 | None |
Video data format | MPEG-4, H.264 | - |
Mic port | ||
Headphone port | ||
Connectivity | ||
Wireless | Built-In | None |
Bluetooth | ||
NFC | ||
HDMI | ||
USB | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) |
GPS | Optional | None |
Physical | ||
Environmental sealing | ||
Water proof | ||
Dust proof | ||
Shock proof | ||
Crush proof | ||
Freeze proof | ||
Weight | 532g (1.17 lb) | 522g (1.15 lb) |
Physical dimensions | 131 x 100 x 76mm (5.2" x 3.9" x 3.0") | 124 x 94 x 64mm (4.9" x 3.7" x 2.5") |
DXO scores | ||
DXO All around score | not tested | 56 |
DXO Color Depth score | not tested | 21.0 |
DXO Dynamic range score | not tested | 11.0 |
DXO Low light score | not tested | 561 |
Other | ||
Battery life | 600 pictures | - |
Battery type | Battery Pack | - |
Battery model | - | EN-EL9 |
Self timer | Yes (2 or 10 sec) | Yes (2 to 20 sec) |
Time lapse recording | ||
Type of storage | SD/SDHC/SDXC (UHS-I compatible) | SD/SDHC card |
Card slots | Single | Single |
Retail pricing | $749 | $500 |