Canon EOS 90D vs Nikon D800e
This is a full comparison between the cameras Canon EOS 90D and Nikon D800e. We compare them by looking at the categories you see below.
Manufacturing
Canon EOS 90D is manufacturered by Canon but Nikon D800e is from Nikon. Both Canon and Nikon are well known brands though.
Canon EOS 90D were released 2019 and Nikon D800e was released 2012. That is a 7 years difference. In tech, this period can be of interest since technology is always improving, etc.Camera | Released |
Canon EOS 90D | 2019 |
Nikon D800e | 2012 |
Type of camera
Both these cameras are DSLR cameras. No difference there.
Sensors / crop factor
These cameras have different sensors. Canon EOS 90D has a "Canon APS-C"-sensor while Nikon D800e 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 90D | 80 mm Canon APS-C sensor Crop factor/focal length multiplier by * 1.6 |
Nikon D800e | 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 90D has a 33 MP (Megapixels) resolution while Nikon D800e has 36,3 MP. If we break down this in more detail this is the data behind the numbers:
Camera | Megapixels |
Canon EOS 90D |
33 MP
32294400 pixels 6960 x 4640 |
Nikon D800e |
36,3 MP
36152320 pixels 7360 x 4912 |
Nikon D800e has a 12 % larger resolution than Canon EOS 90D. 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 90D | 100-25600 |
Nikon D800e | 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 90D
Lens compatibility chart for Nikon D800e
Pictures per second
Depending on what you are shooting the FPS, or frames/pictures per second, can definitely be of interest. Canon EOS 90D can shoot up to 11 pictures per seconds and Nikon D800e can shoot up to 6 pictures per seconds.
Camera | FPS (Frames per second) |
Canon EOS 90D | 11 |
Nikon D800e | 6 |
Ability to record movies
It is becoming more and more popular to record movies with digital cameras.
In this case, both Canon EOS 90D and Nikon D800e 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 D800e weighs 900 gr (equal to 1.98 lb) which is 28% heavier than Canon EOS 90D and its 701 gr (or 1.55 lb).
Camera | Weight |
Canon EOS 90D | 701 gr 1.55 lb |
Nikon D800e | 900 gr 1.98 lb |
Canon EOS 90D vs Nikon D800e Specs
Below you will find the complete and detailed technical specs for both Canon EOS 90D and Nikon D800e, 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 90D |
Nikon D800e |
Name | Canon EOS 90D | Nikon D800e |
Manufacturer | Canon | Nikon |
Release Date and Price |
Canon EOS 90D |
Nikon D800e |
Release Year | 2019 | 2012 |
Release Date | 2019-08-28 | 2012-02-07 |
MSRP | 1199 USD | 3299 USD |
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Camera Type |
Canon EOS 90D |
Nikon D800e |
Camera Type | DSLR | DSLR |
Sensor |
Canon EOS 90D |
Nikon D800e |
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 | 6960 x 4640 pixels | 7360 x 4912 pixels |
Megapixels | 33 MP | 36,3 MP |
Image Processor | DIGIC 8 | EXPEED 3 |
Image |
Canon EOS 90D |
Nikon D800e |
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 90D |
Nikon D800e |
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 90D |
Nikon D800e |
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 (pentaprism) | Optical (pentaprism) |
Viewfinder Coverage | 100% | 100% |
Viewfinder Magnification | 0.95× (0.59× 35mm equiv.) | 0.7× |
Viewfinder Resolution | 0 | N/A |
Photography features |
Canon EOS 90D |
Nikon D800e |
Frames per second | 11 fps | 6 fps |
Minimum Shutter Speed | 30 seconds | 30 seconds |
Maximum Shutter Speed | 1/8000 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 Center Weighted Spot Partial |
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 90D |
Nikon D800e |
Video recording | Yes | Yes |
Video format |
MPEG4 H.264 |
MPEG4 H.264 |
Video resolution |
1280 x 720 1920 x 1080 3840 x 2160 |
1280 x 720 1920 x 1080 |
Built-in Microphone | Yes | Yes |
Built-in Speakers | Yes | Yes |
Storage |
Canon EOS 90D |
Nikon D800e |
Memory Card |
SD/SDHC |
Compact Flash SD/SDHC |
Connectivity |
Canon EOS 90D |
Nikon D800e |
HDMI Output | Yes | Yes |
Microphone Port | Yes | No |
Headphone Port | Yes | No |
Wireless |
Yes Built-In 802.11b/g/n with Bluetooth |
No |
Remote Control | Yes (Wired , wireless or smartphone) | Yes (Optional, wired or wireless) |
GPS | No |
Yes Optional with GP-1 |
Body & Dimensions |
Canon EOS 90D |
Nikon D800e |
Enviromentally sealed | Yes | Yes |
Battery | Battery Pack | Battery Pack |
Battery Details |
LP-E6N lithium-ion battery & charger
|
Lithium-Ion EN-EL15 rechargeable battery & charger
|
Battery Life (CIPA) | 1300 shots | 900 shots |
Width | 141 mm | 146 mm |
Height | 105 mm | 123 mm |
Depth | 77 mm | 82 mm |
Weight | 701 gram | 900 gram |