Canon EOS 9000D vs Nikon D800
This is a full comparison between the cameras Canon EOS 9000D and Nikon D800. We compare them by looking at the categories you see below.
Manufacturing
Canon EOS 9000D is manufacturered by Canon but Nikon D800 is from Nikon. Both Canon and Nikon are well known brands though.
Canon EOS 9000D were released 2017 and Nikon D800 was released 2012. That is a 5 years difference. In tech, this period can be of interest since technology is always improving, etc.Camera | Released |
Canon EOS 9000D | 2017 |
Nikon D800 | 2012 |
Type of camera
Both these cameras are DSLR cameras. No difference there.
Sensors / crop factor
These cameras have different sensors. Canon EOS 9000D has a "Canon APS-C"-sensor while Nikon D800 has a "Nikon FX"-sensor, and their difference in sensors will also affect the crop factor and experience focal length. See the table below.
Camera | Focal length, 50mm f/1.8 ** |
Canon EOS 9000D | 80 mm Canon APS-C sensor Crop factor/focal length multiplier by * 1.6 |
Nikon D800 | 50 mm Full-frame sensor No crop factor/focal length multiplier |
** 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 9000D has a 24 MP (Megapixels) resolution while Nikon D800 has 36,3 MP. If we break down this in more detail this is the data behind the numbers:
Camera | Megapixels |
Canon EOS 9000D |
24 MP
24000000 pixels 6000 x 4000 |
Nikon D800 |
36,3 MP
36152320 pixels 7360 x 4912 |
Nikon D800 has a 51 % larger resolution than Canon EOS 9000D. 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 25600.
Camera | ISO Range |
Canon EOS 9000D | 100-25600 |
Nikon D800 | 100-25600 |
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 9000D
Lens compatibility chart for Nikon D800
Pictures per second
Depending on what you are shooting the FPS, or frames/pictures per second, can definitely be of interest. Canon EOS 9000D can shoot up to 6 pictures per seconds and Nikon D800 can shoot up to 6 pictures per seconds.
Camera | FPS (Frames per second) |
Canon EOS 9000D | 6 |
Nikon D800 | 6 |
Ability to record movies
It is becoming more and more popular to record movies with digital cameras.
In this case, both Canon EOS 9000D and Nikon D800 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 D800 weighs 900 gr (equal to 1.98 lb) which is 67% heavier than Canon EOS 9000D and its 540 gr (or 1.19 lb).
Camera | Weight |
Canon EOS 9000D | 540 gr 1.19 lb |
Nikon D800 | 900 gr 1.98 lb |
Canon EOS 9000D vs Nikon D800 Specs
Below you will find the complete and detailed technical specs for both Canon EOS 9000D and Nikon D800, 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 9000D |
Nikon D800 |
Name | Canon EOS 9000D | Nikon D800 |
Manufacturer | Canon | Nikon |
Release Date and Price |
Canon EOS 9000D |
Nikon D800 |
Release Year | 2017 | 2012 |
Release Date | 2017-02-15 | 2012-02-07 |
MSRP | 899 USD | 2999 USD |
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Camera Type |
Canon EOS 9000D |
Nikon D800 |
Camera Type | DSLR | DSLR |
Sensor |
Canon EOS 9000D |
Nikon D800 |
Sensor Size | APS-C (approx 22.3 x 14.9 mm) |
Full Frame (approx 36 x 23.9 mm) Also known as "FX" |
Sensor Type | CMOS | CMOS |
Resolution | 6000 x 4000 pixels | 7360 x 4912 pixels |
Megapixels | 24 MP | 36,3 MP |
Image Processor | DIGIC 7 | EXPEED 3 |
Image |
Canon EOS 9000D |
Nikon D800 |
ISO Range | 100 - 25600 | 100 - 25600 |
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 9000D |
Nikon D800 |
Autofocus Motor | Yes | Yes |
Autofocus |
Contract Detect (sensor) Phase Detect Multi Area Center Selective Single Point Tracking Single Continuous Touch Face Detection LiveView |
Phase Detect Multi Area Selective Single Point Tracking Single Continuous Face Detection LiveView |
Focus Points | 45 | 51 |
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 |
FX (Full frame) No multiplier Example: 24 mm remains 24 mm 50 mm remains 50 mm 100 mm remains 100 mm 200 mm remains 200 mm |
Screen & Viewfinder |
Canon EOS 9000D |
Nikon D800 |
Articulated LCD | Fully articulated | Fixed |
Screen size | 3” | 3,2” |
Screen dots | 1040000 | 921000 |
Touch screen | Yes | No |
Screen type | TFT LCD | TFT Color LCD with 170 degrees wide-viewing angle |
Live view | Yes | Yes |
Viewfinder Type | Optical (pentamirror) | Optical (pentaprism) |
Viewfinder Coverage | 95% | 100% |
Viewfinder Magnification | 0.82× (0.51× 35mm equiv.) | 0.7× |
Viewfinder Resolution | 0 | N/A |
Photography features |
Canon EOS 9000D |
Nikon D800 |
Frames per second | 6 fps | 6 fps |
Minimum Shutter Speed | 30 seconds | 30 seconds |
Maximum Shutter Speed | 1/4000 seconds | 1/8000 seconds |
Built-in Flash | Yes | Yes |
Built-in Flash Range | 12 meters | 12 meters |
External Flash | Yes | Yes |
Self-Timer | Yes | Yes |
Time-lapse | Yes | Yes |
Metering modes |
Multi Spot Partial Average |
Multi Center Weighted Spot Average |
Exposure Compensation | +/- 5 (at 1/3 EV, 1/2 EV steps) | +/- 5 (at 1/3 EV, 1/2 EV, 1 EV steps) |
Videography features |
Canon EOS 9000D |
Nikon D800 |
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 9000D |
Nikon D800 |
Memory Card |
SD/SDHC |
Compact Flash |
Connectivity |
Canon EOS 9000D |
Nikon D800 |
HDMI Output | Yes | Yes |
Microphone Port | Yes | Yes |
Headphone Port | No | Yes |
Wireless |
Yes Built-in (Includes Bluetooth LE and NFC) |
Yes Optional with Nikon Wireless Transmitter for D800 (WT-4A) |
Remote Control | Yes (via smartphone or Bluetooth remote) | Yes (Optional, wired or wireless) |
GPS |
Yes Optional via Canon GP-E2 GPS Receiver |
Yes Optional with GP-1 |
Body & Dimensions |
Canon EOS 9000D |
Nikon D800 |
Enviromentally sealed | No | Yes |
Battery | Battery Pack | Battery Pack |
Battery Details |
LP-E17 lithium-ion battery & charger
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Lithium-Ion EN-EL15 rechargeable battery & charger
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Battery Life (CIPA) | 600 shots | 900 shots |
Width | 131 mm | 146 mm |
Height | 100 mm | 123 mm |
Depth | 76 mm | 82 mm |
Weight | 540 gram | 900 gram |