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Canon T8i vs Nikon D40

Portability
67
Imaging
70
Features
88
Overall
77
Canon EOS Rebel T8i front
 
Nikon D40 front
Portability
71
Imaging
45
Features
33
Overall
40

Canon T8i vs Nikon D40 Key Specs

Canon T8i
(Full Review)
  • 24MP - APS-C Sensor
  • 3" Fully Articulated Screen
  • ISO 100 - 25600 (Raise to 51200)
  • 3840 x 2160 video
  • Canon EF/EF-S Mount
  • 515g - 131 x 103 x 76mm
  • Released February 2020
  • Additionally referred to as EOS 850D / EOS Kiss X10i Specs
  • Old Model is Canon T7i
Nikon D40
(Full Review)
  • 6MP - APS-C Sensor
  • 2.5" Fixed Display
  • ISO 200 - 1600 (Push to 3200)
  • No Video
  • Nikon F Mount
  • 522g - 124 x 94 x 64mm
  • Released December 2006
  • Successor is Nikon D3000
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Canon T8i vs Nikon D40 Overview

On this page, we are matching up the Canon T8i versus Nikon D40, both Entry-Level DSLR cameras by manufacturers Canon and Nikon. There exists a big gap among the resolutions of the T8i (24MP) and D40 (6MP) but both cameras offer the same sensor measurements (APS-C).

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The T8i was manufactured 13 years after the D40 which is a fairly big gap as far as camera technology is concerned. Both of the cameras have the same body design (Compact SLR).

Before delving right into a thorough comparison, here is a brief overview of how the T8i grades against the D40 in relation to portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

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Reasons to pick Canon T8i over the Nikon D40

 T8i D40 
ReleasedFebruary 2020December 2006Newer by 161 months
Display typeFully ArticulatedFixed Fully Articulating display
Display dimensions3"2.5"Larger display (+0.5")
Display resolution1040k230kCrisper display (+810k dot)
Selfie screen Take selfies
Touch display Easily navigate

Reasons to pick Nikon D40 over the Canon T8i

 D40 T8i 

Common features in the Canon T8i and Nikon D40

 T8i D40 
Focus manually More accurate focusing

Canon T8i vs Nikon D40 Physical Comparison

In case you're aiming to travel with your camera, you need to take into account its weight and volume. The Canon T8i offers physical measurements of 131mm x 103mm x 76mm (5.2" x 4.1" x 3.0") along with a weight of 515 grams (1.14 lbs) and the Nikon D40 has sizing of 124mm x 94mm x 64mm (4.9" x 3.7" x 2.5") and a weight of 522 grams (1.15 lbs).

Look at the Canon T8i versus Nikon D40 in the new Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool. Camera Size Comparison with Lenses

Don't forget, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change based on the lens you are utilizing during that time. The following is a front view size comparison of the T8i and the D40.

Canon T8i vs Nikon D40 size comparison

Using dimensions and weight, the portability rating of the T8i and D40 is 67 and 71 respectively.

Canon T8i vs Nikon D40 top view buttons comparison

Canon T8i vs Nikon D40 Sensor Comparison

More often than not, it's difficult to visualize the gap in sensor dimensions merely by researching specifications. The image here might offer you a better sense of the sensor measurements in the T8i and D40.

Plainly, each of these cameras have the same sensor dimensions but different megapixels. You should expect to see the Canon T8i to render extra detail due to its extra 18MP. Greater resolution will make it easier to crop photos a bit more aggressively. The fresher T8i should have an advantage when it comes to sensor tech.

Canon T8i vs Nikon D40 sensor size comparison

Canon T8i vs Nikon D40 Screen and ViewFinder

Canon T8i vs Nikon D40 Screen and Viewfinder comparison
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Photography Type Scores

Portrait Comparison

Canon T8i Portrait photography features
Nikon D40 Portrait photography features
82
manual focus
decent megapixels (24MP)
sensor size is nice (APS-C)
has face detect focus
saves RAW files
53
you can focus manually
above average flash sync speed (1/500 seconds)
good sensor size (APS-C)
supports RAW files
no liveview feature
sensor resolution low (6 megapixels)
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Street Comparison

Street photography with Canon T8i
Street photography with Nikon D40
73
fully articulated screen
sensor size is nice (APS-C)
saves RAW files
supports focus via touch
great high ISO (25,600)
lack of image stabilization
58
good sensor size (APS-C)
supports RAW files
no moving screen
lack of image stabilization
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Sports Comparison

Sports photography with Canon T8i
Sports photography with Nikon D40
76
decent megapixels (24 megapixels)
sensor size is nice (APS-C)
has tracking focus
great battery (800 shots)
supports phase detect auto focus
lack of image stabilization
39
good sensor size (APS-C)
comes with phase detect auto focus
no liveview feature
slow continuous shooting (3.0 frames per second)
lack of image stabilization
sensor resolution low (6 megapixels)
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Travel Comparison

Canon T8i Travel photography features
Nikon D40 Travel photography features
80
great battery (800 CIPA)
connects via bluetooth
supports focus via touch
decent megapixels (24MP)
has built in flash
selfie friendly screen
47
has built in flash
lack of Timelapse mode
sensor resolution low (6MP)
does not have a selfie friendly screen
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Landscape Comparison

Canon T8i Landscape photography details
Nikon D40 Landscape photography details
79
manual focus
change lenses (Canon EF/EF-S mount)
pretty good screen size (3")
decent megapixels (24 megapixels)
sensor size is nice (APS-C)
great high ISO (25,600)
saves RAW files
great battery (800 CIPA)
lack of image stabilization
47
you can focus manually
swap lenses (Nikon F mount)
good sensor size (APS-C)
supports RAW files
small screen (2.5 inches)
no liveview feature
lack of image stabilization
sensor resolution low (6MP)
lack of Timelapse mode
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Vlogging Comparison

Canon T8i Vlogging info
Nikon D40 Vlogging info
74
selfie friendly screen
touchscreen functionality
has face detect focus
high quality video (3840 x 2160 pxls)
comes with mic support
lack of image stabilization
9
lack of video recording
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Canon T8i vs Nikon D40 Specifications

Detailed spec comparison table for Canon T8i and Nikon D40
 Canon EOS Rebel T8iNikon D40
General Information
Brand Name Canon Nikon
Model Canon EOS Rebel T8i Nikon D40
Also Known as EOS 850D / EOS Kiss X10i Specs -
Category Entry-Level DSLR Entry-Level DSLR
Released 2020-02-12 2006-12-21
Physical type Compact SLR Compact SLR
Sensor Information
Processor DIGIC 8 -
Sensor type CMOS CCD
Sensor size APS-C APS-C
Sensor measurements 22.3 x 14.9mm 23.7 x 15.5mm
Sensor surface 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
Peak resolution 6000 x 4000 3008 x 2000
Highest native ISO 25600 1600
Highest enhanced ISO 51200 3200
Minimum native ISO 100 200
RAW format
Autofocusing
Focus manually
Autofocus touch
Continuous autofocus
Single autofocus
Tracking autofocus
Autofocus selectice
Center weighted autofocus
Autofocus multi area
Live view autofocus
Face detection autofocus
Contract detection autofocus
Phase detection autofocus
Number of focus points 45 -
Lens
Lens mounting type Canon EF/EF-S Nikon F
Available lenses 326 309
Focal length multiplier 1.6 1.5
Screen
Type of screen Fully Articulated Fixed Type
Screen size 3 inch 2.5 inch
Screen resolution 1,040k dots 230k dots
Selfie friendly
Liveview
Touch capability
Viewfinder Information
Viewfinder type Optical (pentamirror) Optical (pentamirror)
Viewfinder coverage 95 percent 95 percent
Viewfinder magnification 0.51x 0.53x
Features
Min shutter speed 30 secs 30 secs
Max shutter speed 1/4000 secs 1/4000 secs
Continuous shutter rate 7.5 frames per second 3.0 frames per second
Shutter priority
Aperture priority
Manually set exposure
Exposure compensation Yes Yes
Change white balance
Image stabilization
Built-in flash
Flash range 4.00 m (with Auto ISO) 17.00 m
Flash settings - Front curtain, Rear curtain, Red-Eye, Slow, Red-Eye Slow
Hot shoe
AE bracketing
WB bracketing
Max flash synchronize - 1/500 secs
Exposure
Multisegment metering
Average metering
Spot metering
Partial metering
AF area metering
Center weighted metering
Video features
Supported video resolutions 3840 x 2160 @ 25p / 120 Mbps, MP4, H.264, AAC3840 x 2160 @ 23.98p / 120 Mbps, MP4, H.264, AAC1920 x 1080 @ 60p / 60 Mbps, MP4, H.264, AAC1920 x 1080 @ 50p / 60 Mbps, MP4, H.264, AAC1920 x 1080 @ 30p / 30 Mbps, MP4, H.264, AAC1920 x 1080 @ 25p / 30 Mbps, MP4, H.264, AAC1920 x 1080 @ 23.98p / 30 Mbps, MP4, H.264, AAC -
Highest video resolution 3840x2160 None
Video format MPEG-4, H.264 -
Microphone support
Headphone support
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 515 grams (1.14 lb) 522 grams (1.15 lb)
Physical dimensions 131 x 103 x 76mm (5.2" x 4.1" x 3.0") 124 x 94 x 64mm (4.9" x 3.7" x 2.5")
DXO scores
DXO Overall 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 800 images -
Form of battery Battery Pack -
Battery model - EN-EL9
Self timer Yes (2 or 10 sec) Yes (2 to 20 sec)
Time lapse feature
Storage type SD/SDHC/SDXC (UHS-I compatible) SD/SDHC card
Card slots 1 1
Price at release $750 $500