Nikon D3100 vs Nikon D60

Following is a in depth comparison of the Nikon D3100 vs Nikon D60, both Entry-Level DSLR digital cameras and they are both built by Nikon. There exists a noticeable gap between the image resolutions of the D3100 (14MP) and D60 (10MP) but both cameras posses the identical sensor size (APS-C).

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The D3100 was brought out 2 years after the D60 which is quite a sizable difference as far as technology is concerned. Both of the cameras feature the same body design (Compact SLR).

Before going straight to a in depth comparison, here is a short summation of how the D3100 grades versus the D60 with respect to portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

Here is a preview of the gallery images for Nikon D3100 & Nikon D60. The entire galleries are provided at Nikon D3100 Gallery & Nikon D60 Gallery.

For anybody who is going to carry around your camera, you should factor its weight and size. The Nikon D3100 enjoys outside dimensions of 124mm x 96mm x 75mm (4.9" x 3.8" x 3.0") and a weight of 505 grams (1.11 lbs) while the Nikon D60 has specifications of 126mm x 94mm x 64mm (5.0" x 3.7" x 2.5") accompanied by a weight of 522 grams (1.15 lbs).

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Do not forget, the weight of an ILC will differ depending on the lens you are using during that time. The following is a front view over all size comparison of the D3100 compared to the D60.

Using dimensions and weight, the portability rating of the D3100 and D60 is 68 and 70 respectively.

Normally, it is very hard to visualise the difference between sensor sizes only by going over a spec sheet. The image underneath might provide you a far better sense of the sensor sizes in the D3100 and D60.

As you can see, both the cameras come with the identical sensor size albeit not the same MP. You can expect the Nikon D3100 to deliver extra detail having its extra 4 Megapixels. Higher resolution will also allow you to crop pictures a good deal more aggressively. The fresher D3100 will have an edge with regard to sensor tech.