Canon EOS 100D vs Canon EOS 300D
This is a full comparison between the cameras Canon EOS 100D and Canon EOS 300D. We compare them by looking at the categories you see below.
Manufacturing
These cameras are both manufactured by Canon.
Canon EOS 100D were released 2013 and Canon EOS 300D was released 2003. That is a 10 years difference. In tech, this period can be of interest since technology is always improving, etc.Camera | Released |
Canon EOS 100D | 2013 |
Canon EOS 300D | 2003 |
Type of camera
Both these cameras are DSLR cameras. No difference there.
Sensors / crop factor
Both these cameras have the same sorts of sensor (called "Canon APS-C") which means that if you compare these cameras side by side the lenses will also have the same experienced focal length. Neither of the cameras has a Full frame sensor which means that you will get a "crop factor" where the camera's sensor size affect the focal length with a multiplier.
Camera | Focal length, 50mm f/1.8 ** |
Canon EOS 100D | 80 mm Canon APS-C sensor Crop factor/focal length multiplier by * 1.6 |
Canon EOS 300D | 80 mm Canon APS-C sensor Crop factor/focal length multiplier by * 1.6 |
** Experienced focal length when using a lens such as a common "50mm f/1.8"
Learn more about crop factor and focal length multiplier here:
Camera selection can affect the focal length (Canon)
Resolution
Canon EOS 100D has a 18 MP (Megapixels) resolution while Canon EOS 300D has 6,3 MP. If we break down this in more detail this is the data behind the numbers:
Camera | Megapixels |
Canon EOS 100D |
18 MP
17915904 pixels 5184 x 3456 |
Canon EOS 300D |
6,3 MP
6291456 pixels 3072 x 2048 |
Canon EOS 100D has a 185 % larger resolution than Canon EOS 300D. This could give you more details in the picture but also a possibility to crop more in the pictures, afterward while editing the pictures, if needed that is.
ISO range
Canon EOS 100D has a larger ISO-range than Canon EOS 300D. Canon EOS 100D has an ISO range that stretches from 100 to 12800 while Canon EOS 300D has 100 to 1600.
Camera | ISO Range |
Canon EOS 100D | 100-12800 |
Canon EOS 300D | 100-1600 |
Autofocus and lens compatibility
Both of these cameras have a built-in autofocus motor. Some lenses, that support autofocus, do not have an autofocus motor of their own but this won't cause any problems with these two cameras.
Here is a complete overview of which lenses work with each camera:
Lens compatibility chart for Canon EOS 100D
Lens compatibility chart for Canon EOS 300D
Pictures per second
Depending on what you are shooting the FPS, or frames/pictures per second, can definitely be of interest. Canon EOS 100D can shoot up to 4 pictures per seconds and Canon EOS 300D can shoot up to 2,5 pictures per seconds.
Camera | FPS (Frames per second) |
Canon EOS 100D | 4 |
Canon EOS 300D | 2,5 |
Ability to record movies
It is becoming more and more popular to record movies with digital cameras.
When comparing these two cameras there is only one of them that can shoot movies and that is Canon EOS 100D. Unfortunately Canon EOS 300D does not support recording movies and movie clips.
Weight
The weight of the camera can be an extremely important factor, especially if the camera is about to be used, or carried around, for several hours at a time.
Canon EOS 300D weighs 645 gr (equal to 1.42 lb) which is 58% heavier than Canon EOS 100D and its 407 gr (or 0.9 lb).
Camera | Weight |
Canon EOS 100D | 407 gr 0.9 lb |
Canon EOS 300D | 645 gr 1.42 lb |
Canon EOS 100D vs Canon EOS 300D Specs
Below you will find the complete and detailed technical specs for both Canon EOS 100D and Canon EOS 300D, next to each other. Each category of data is a link to an article covering the subject, giving you a deeper understanding so you can better understand the strengths and weaknesses of the two camera models.
Product |
Canon EOS 100D |
Canon EOS 300D |
Name | Canon EOS 100D | Canon EOS 300D |
Manufacturer | Canon | Canon |
Release Date and Price |
Canon EOS 100D |
Canon EOS 300D |
Release Year | 2013 | 2003 |
Release Date | 2013-03-21 | 2003-08-20 |
MSRP | 799 USD | 899 USD |
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Camera Type |
Canon EOS 100D |
Canon EOS 300D |
Camera Type | DSLR | DSLR |
Sensor |
Canon EOS 100D |
Canon EOS 300D |
Sensor Size | APS-C (approx 22.3 x 14.9 mm) | APS-C (approx 22.3 x 14.9 mm) |
Sensor Type | CMOS | CMOS |
Resolution | 5184 x 3456 pixels | 3072 x 2048 pixels |
Megapixels | 18 MP | 6,3 MP |
Image Processor | DIGIC 5 | DIGIC |
Image |
Canon EOS 100D |
Canon EOS 300D |
ISO Range | 100 - 12800 | 100 - 1600 |
White Balance Presets | 6 | 6 |
Custom White Balance | Yes | Yes |
Image Stabilization | No | No |
Image Stabilization CIPA Rating | 0 stops | 0 stops |
Uncompressed format | RAW | RAW |
Optics & Focus |
Canon EOS 100D |
Canon EOS 300D |
Autofocus Motor | Yes | Yes |
Autofocus |
Contract Detect (sensor) Phase Detect Multi Area Center Selective Single Point Tracking Single Continuous Face Detection LiveView |
Phase Detect Multi Area Selective Single Point Single Continuous |
Focus Points | 7 | 7 |
Lens Mount |
Canon EF Canon EF-S See Compatible Lenses |
Canon EF Canon EF-S See Compatible Lenses |
Focal Length Multiplier |
APS-C Sensor 1.6x multiplier Example: 24 mm becomes 38 mm 50 mm becomes 80 mm 100 mm becomes 160 mm 200 mm becomes 320 mm |
APS-C Sensor 1.6x multiplier Example: 24 mm becomes 38 mm 50 mm becomes 80 mm 100 mm becomes 160 mm 200 mm becomes 320 mm |
Screen & Viewfinder |
Canon EOS 100D |
Canon EOS 300D |
Articulated LCD | Fixed | Fixed |
Screen size | 3” | 1,8” |
Screen dots | 1040000 | 118000 |
Touch screen | Yes | No |
Screen type | N/A | N/A |
Live view | Yes | No |
Viewfinder Type | Optical (pentamirror) | Optical (pentamirror) |
Viewfinder Coverage | 95% | 95% |
Viewfinder Magnification | 0.87× | 0.8× (0.5× 35mm equiv.) |
Viewfinder Resolution | 0 | N/A |
Photography features |
Canon EOS 100D |
Canon EOS 300D |
Frames per second | 4 fps | 2,5 fps |
Minimum Shutter Speed | 30 seconds | 30 seconds |
Maximum Shutter Speed | 1/4000 seconds | 1/4000 seconds |
Built-in Flash | Yes | Yes |
Built-in Flash Range | 9 meters | 12 meters |
External Flash | Yes | Yes |
Self-Timer | Yes | Yes |
Time-lapse | No | Yes |
Metering modes |
Multi Center Weighted Spot Partial |
Multi Center Weighted Partial |
Exposure Compensation | +/- 5 (at 1/3 EV, 1/2 EV steps) | +/- 2 (at 1/3 EV steps) |
Videography features |
Canon EOS 100D |
Canon EOS 300D |
Video recording | Yes | No |
Video format |
MPEG4 H.264 |
N/A |
Video resolution |
1280 x 720 |
N/A |
Built-in Microphone | Yes | No |
Built-in Speakers | Yes | No |
Storage |
Canon EOS 100D |
Canon EOS 300D |
Memory Card |
SD/SDHC |
Compact Flash |
Connectivity |
Canon EOS 100D |
Canon EOS 300D |
HDMI Output | Yes | No |
Microphone Port | Yes | No |
Headphone Port | No | No |
Wireless |
Yes Eye-Fi Connected |
No |
Remote Control |
Yes (RC-6)
|
Yes (E3 connector, InfraRed) |
GPS |
Yes Optional |
No |
Body & Dimensions |
Canon EOS 100D |
Canon EOS 300D |
Enviromentally sealed | No | No |
Battery | Battery Pack | Battery Pack |
Battery Details |
Lithium-Ion LP-E12 rechargeable battery & charger
|
BP-511 Lithium-Ion battery pack
|
Battery Life (CIPA) | 380 shots | 400 shots |
Width | 117 mm | 142 mm |
Height | 91 mm | 99 mm |
Depth | 69 mm | 72 mm |
Weight | 407 gram | 645 gram |