Canon EOS 1300D vs Nikon D3200

This is a full comparison between the cameras Canon EOS 1300D and Nikon D3200. We compare them by looking at the categories you see below.

Manufacturing

Canon EOS 1300D is manufacturered by Canon but Nikon D3200 is from Nikon. Both Canon and Nikon are well known brands though.

Type of camera

Both these cameras are DSLR cameras. No difference there.

Sensors / crop factor

These cameras have different sensors. Canon EOS 1300D has a "Canon APS-C"-sensor while Nikon D3200 has a "Nikon DX"-sensor, and their difference in sensors will also affect the crop factor and experience focal length. See the table below.

** 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)
Camera selection can affect the focal length (Nikon)

Resolution

Canon EOS 1300D has a 18 MP (Megapixels) resolution while Nikon D3200 has 24,2 MP. If we break down this in more detail this is the data behind the numbers:

Nikon D3200 has a 34 % larger resolution than Canon EOS 1300D. 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

Both of these cameras offer the exact same ISO range. They both have 100 to 6400.

Autofocus and lens compatibility

There is a big difference between these two cameras. Canon EOS 1300D has a built-in autofocus motor but Nikon D3200 does not. If you want to be able to use autofocus on Nikon D3200 there is a need for having an autofocus motor inside the lens. We really encourage you to look closely at our lens compatibility charts at the links below.

Here is a complete overview of which lenses work with each camera:
Lens compatibility chart for Canon EOS 1300D
Lens compatibility chart for Nikon D3200

Pictures per second

Depending on what you are shooting the FPS, or frames/pictures per second, can definitely be of interest. Canon EOS 1300D can shoot up to 3 pictures per seconds and Nikon D3200 can shoot up to 4 pictures per seconds.

Ability to record movies

It is becoming more and more popular to record movies with digital cameras.

In this case, both Canon EOS 1300D and Nikon D3200 can shoot movies.

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.

Nikon D3200 weighs 505 gr (equal to 1.11 lb) which is 4% heavier than Canon EOS 1300D and its 485 gr (or 1.07 lb).

Canon EOS 1300D vs Nikon D3200 Specs

Below you will find the complete and detailed technical specs for both Canon EOS 1300D and Nikon D3200, 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 1300D	Nikon D3200
Name	Canon EOS 1300D	Nikon D3200
Manufacturer	Canon	Nikon
Release Date and Price	Canon EOS 1300D	Nikon D3200
Release Year	2016	2012
Release Date	2016-03-10	2012-04-19
MSRP	549 USD	699 USD
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Camera Type	Canon EOS 1300D	Nikon D3200
Camera Type	DSLR	DSLR
Sensor	Canon EOS 1300D	Nikon D3200
Sensor Size	APS-C (approx 22.3 x 14.9 mm)	APS-C (approx 23.7 x 15.5 mm) Also known as "DX"
Sensor Type	CMOS	CMOS
Resolution	5184 x 3456 pixels	6016 x 4000 pixels
Megapixels	18 MP	24,2 MP
Image Processor	DIGIC 4+	EXPEED 3
Image	Canon EOS 1300D	Nikon D3200
ISO Range	100 - 6400	100 - 6400
White Balance Presets	6	12
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 1300D	Nikon D3200
Autofocus Motor	Yes	No
Autofocus	Contract Detect (sensor) Phase Detect Multi Area Center Selective Single Point Tracking Single Continuous Face Detection LiveView	Contract Detect (sensor) Phase Detect Multi Area Selective Single Point Tracking Single Continuous Face Detection LiveView
Focus Points	9	11
Lens Mount	Canon EF Canon EF-S See Compatible Lenses	Nikon F 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	DX / APS-C (1.5x) 1.5x multiplier Example: 24 mm becomes 36 mm 50 mm becomes 75 mm 100 mm becomes 150 mm 200 mm becomes 300 mm
Screen & Viewfinder	Canon EOS 1300D	Nikon D3200
Articulated LCD	Fixed	Fixed
Screen size	3”	3”
Screen dots	920000	921000
Touch screen	No	No
Screen type	TFT LCD	TFT LCD with 160° viewing angle
Live view	Yes	Yes
Viewfinder Type	Optical (pentamirror)	Optical (pentamirror)
Viewfinder Coverage	95%	95%
Viewfinder Magnification	0.8× (0.5× 35mm equiv.)	0.8× (0.53× 35mm equiv.)
Viewfinder Resolution	N/A	N/A
Photography features	Canon EOS 1300D	Nikon D3200
Frames per second	3 fps	4 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	No
Metering modes	Multi Center Weighted Partial	Multi Center Weighted Spot
Exposure Compensation	+/- 5 (at 1/3 EV, 1/2 EV steps)	+/- 5 (at 1/3 EV steps)
Videography features	Canon EOS 1300D	Nikon D3200
Video recording	Yes	Yes
Video format	MPEG4 H.264	MPEG4 H.264
Video resolution	1280 x 720 1920 x 1080	1280 x 720 1920 x 1080
Built-in Microphone	Yes	Yes
Built-in Speakers	Yes	Yes
Storage	Canon EOS 1300D	Nikon D3200
Memory Card	SD/SDHC	SD/SDHC
Connectivity	Canon EOS 1300D	Nikon D3200
HDMI Output	Yes	Yes
Microphone Port	No	No
Headphone Port	No	No
Wireless	Yes Built-in 802.11b/g/n with NFC	Yes Optional with WU-1a Wireless Mobile Adapter
Remote Control	Yes (wired or wireless)	Optional
GPS	No	Yes Optional with GP-1
Body & Dimensions	Canon EOS 1300D	Nikon D3200
Enviromentally sealed	No	No
Battery	Battery Pack	Battery Pack
Battery Details	Lithium-Ion LP-E10 rechargeable battery & charger	Lithium-Ion EN-EL14 rechargeable battery & charger
Battery Life (CIPA)	500 shots	540 shots
Width	129 mm	125 mm
Height	101 mm	96 mm
Depth	78 mm	77 mm
Weight	485 gram	505 gram