Canon EOS Kiss Digital N vs Nikon D300s
This is a full comparison between the cameras Canon EOS Kiss Digital N and Nikon D300s. We compare them by looking at the categories you see below.
Manufacturing
Canon EOS Kiss Digital N is manufacturered by Canon but Nikon D300s is from Nikon. Both Canon and Nikon are well known brands though.
Canon EOS Kiss Digital N were released 2005 and Nikon D300s was released 2009. That is a 4 years difference. In tech, this period can be of interest since technology is always improving, etc.| Camera | Released |
| Canon EOS Kiss Digital N | 2005 |
| Nikon D300s | 2009 |
Type of camera
Both these cameras are DSLR cameras. No difference there.
Sensors / crop factor
These cameras have different sensors. Canon EOS Kiss Digital N has a "Canon APS-C"-sensor while Nikon D300s has a "Nikon DX"-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 Kiss Digital N | 80 mm Canon APS-C sensor Crop factor/focal length multiplier by * 1.6 |
| Nikon D300s | 75 mm Nikon DX sensor Crop factor/focal length multiplier by * 1.5 |
** 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 Kiss Digital N has a 8 MP (Megapixels) resolution while Nikon D300s has 12,3 MP. If we break down this in more detail this is the data behind the numbers:
| Camera | Megapixels |
| Canon EOS Kiss Digital N |
8 MP
7962624 pixels 3456 x 2304 |
| Nikon D300s |
12,3 MP
12212224 pixels 4288 x 2848 |
Nikon D300s has a 53 % larger resolution than Canon EOS Kiss Digital N. 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
Nikon D300s has a larger ISO-range than Canon EOS Kiss Digital N. Nikon D300s has an ISO range that stretches from 200 to 6400 while Canon EOS Kiss Digital N has 100 to 1600.
| Camera | ISO Range |
| Canon EOS Kiss Digital N | 100-1600 |
| Nikon D300s | 200-6400 |
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 Kiss Digital N
Lens compatibility chart for Nikon D300s
Pictures per second
Depending on what you are shooting the FPS, or frames/pictures per second, can definitely be of interest. Canon EOS Kiss Digital N can shoot up to 2,8 pictures per seconds and Nikon D300s can shoot up to 7 pictures per seconds.
| Camera | FPS (Frames per second) |
| Canon EOS Kiss Digital N | 2,8 |
| Nikon D300s | 7 |
Ability to record movies
It is becoming more and more popular to record movies with digital cameras.
It is only one of these two cameras that support recording movies and movie clips and that is Nikon D300s. Sadly, the Canon EOS Kiss Digital N does not support this.
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 D300s weighs 938 gr (equal to 2.07 lb) which is 74% heavier than Canon EOS Kiss Digital N and its 540 gr (or 1.19 lb).
| Camera | Weight |
| Canon EOS Kiss Digital N | 540 gr 1.19 lb |
| Nikon D300s | 938 gr 2.07 lb |
Canon EOS Kiss Digital N vs Nikon D300s Specs
Below you will find the complete and detailed technical specs for both Canon EOS Kiss Digital N and Nikon D300s, 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 Kiss Digital N |
Nikon D300s |
| Name | Canon EOS Kiss Digital N | Nikon D300s |
| Manufacturer | Canon | Nikon |
Release Date and Price |
Canon EOS Kiss Digital N |
Nikon D300s |
| Release Year | 2005 | 2009 |
| Release Date | 2005-02-17 | 2009-07-30 |
| MSRP | 899 USD | 1799 USD |
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Camera Type |
Canon EOS Kiss Digital N |
Nikon D300s |
| Camera Type | DSLR | DSLR |
Sensor |
Canon EOS Kiss Digital N |
Nikon D300s |
| 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 | 3456 x 2304 pixels | 4288 x 2848 pixels |
| Megapixels | 8 MP | 12,3 MP |
| Image Processor | DIGIC 2 | EXPEED |
Image |
Canon EOS Kiss Digital N |
Nikon D300s |
| ISO Range | 100 - 1600 | 200 - 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 + TIFF |
Optics & Focus |
Canon EOS Kiss Digital N |
Nikon D300s |
| Autofocus Motor | Yes | Yes |
| Autofocus |
Phase Detect Multi Area Selective Single Point Single Continuous |
Contract Detect (sensor) Phase Detect Multi Area Selective Single Point Single Continuous Face Detection LiveView |
| Focus Points | 7 | 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 |
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 Kiss Digital N |
Nikon D300s |
| Articulated LCD | Fixed | Fixed |
| Screen size | 1.8” | 3” |
| Screen dots | 115000 | 920000 |
| Touch screen | No | No |
| Screen type | N/A | Super Density TFT color LCD with wide-viewing angle |
| Live view | No | Yes |
| Viewfinder Type | Optical (pentamirror) | Optical (pentaprism) |
| Viewfinder Coverage | 95% | 100% |
| Viewfinder Magnification | 0.8× (0.5× 35mm equiv.) | 0.94× (0.63× 35mm equiv.) |
| Viewfinder Resolution | N/A | N/A |
Photography features |
Canon EOS Kiss Digital N |
Nikon D300s |
| Frames per second | 2,8 fps | 7 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 Center Weighted Partial |
Multi Center Weighted Spot |
| Exposure Compensation | +/- 2 (at 1/3 EV, 1/2 EV steps) | +/- 5 (at 1/3 EV, 1/2 EV steps) |
Videography features |
Canon EOS Kiss Digital N |
Nikon D300s |
| Video recording | No | Yes |
| Video format | N/A |
Motion JPEG |
| Video resolution | N/A |
1280 x 720 |
| Built-in Microphone | No | Yes |
| Built-in Speakers | No | No |
Storage |
Canon EOS Kiss Digital N |
Nikon D300s |
| Memory Card |
Compact Flash |
Compact Flash |
Connectivity |
Canon EOS Kiss Digital N |
Nikon D300s |
| HDMI Output | No | Yes |
| Microphone Port | No | No |
| Headphone Port | No | No |
| Wireless | No |
Yes Eye-Fi Connected |
| Remote Control | Yes (E3 connector, InfraRed) | Yes (Optional, wired or wireless) |
| GPS | No |
Yes Optional with GP-1
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Body & Dimensions |
Canon EOS Kiss Digital N |
Nikon D300s |
| Enviromentally sealed | No | Yes |
| Battery | Battery Pack | Battery Pack |
| Battery Details |
NB-2LH / NB-2L
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Lithium-Ion EN-EL3e rechargeable battery & charger
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| Battery Life (CIPA) | 400 shots | 950 shots |
| Width | 127 mm | 147 mm |
| Height | 94 mm | 114 mm |
| Depth | 64 mm | 74 mm |
| Weight | 540 gram | 938 gram |