Canon EOS Kiss Digital N vs Nikon D5100
This is a full comparison between the cameras Canon EOS Kiss Digital N and Nikon D5100. We compare them by looking at the categories you see below.
Manufacturing
Canon EOS Kiss Digital N is manufacturered by Canon but Nikon D5100 is from Nikon. Both Canon and Nikon are well known brands though.
Canon EOS Kiss Digital N were released 2005 and Nikon D5100 was released 2011. That is a 6 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 D5100 | 2011 |
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 D5100 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 D5100 | 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 D5100 has 16,2 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 D5100 |
16,2 MP
16084992 pixels 4928 x 3264 |
Nikon D5100 has a 102 % 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 D5100 has a larger ISO-range than Canon EOS Kiss Digital N. Nikon D5100 has an ISO range that stretches from 100 to 6400 while Canon EOS Kiss Digital N has 100 to 1600.
| Camera | ISO Range |
| Canon EOS Kiss Digital N | 100-1600 |
| Nikon D5100 | 100-6400 |
Autofocus and lens compatibility
There is a big difference between these two cameras. Canon EOS Kiss Digital N has a built-in autofocus motor but Nikon D5100 does not. If you want to be able to use autofocus on Nikon D5100 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 Kiss Digital N
Lens compatibility chart for Nikon D5100
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 D5100 can shoot up to 4 pictures per seconds.
| Camera | FPS (Frames per second) |
| Canon EOS Kiss Digital N | 2,8 |
| Nikon D5100 | 4 |
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 D5100. 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 D5100 weighs 611 gr (equal to 1.35 lb) which is 13% 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 D5100 | 611 gr 1.35 lb |
Canon EOS Kiss Digital N vs Nikon D5100 Specs
Below you will find the complete and detailed technical specs for both Canon EOS Kiss Digital N and Nikon D5100, 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 D5100 |
| Name | Canon EOS Kiss Digital N | Nikon D5100 |
| Manufacturer | Canon | Nikon |
Release Date and Price |
Canon EOS Kiss Digital N |
Nikon D5100 |
| Release Year | 2005 | 2011 |
| Release Date | 2005-02-17 | 2011-04-05 |
| MSRP | 899 USD | 359 USD |
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Camera Type |
Canon EOS Kiss Digital N |
Nikon D5100 |
| Camera Type | DSLR | DSLR |
Sensor |
Canon EOS Kiss Digital N |
Nikon D5100 |
| 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 | 4928 x 3264 pixels |
| Megapixels | 8 MP | 16,2 MP |
| Image Processor | DIGIC 2 | EXPEED 2 |
Image |
Canon EOS Kiss Digital N |
Nikon D5100 |
| ISO Range | 100 - 1600 | 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 Kiss Digital N |
Nikon D5100 |
| Autofocus Motor | Yes | No |
| Autofocus |
Phase Detect Multi Area Selective Single Point Single Continuous |
Contract Detect (sensor) Phase Detect Multi Area Center Selective Single Point Tracking Single Continuous Face Detection LiveView |
| Focus Points | 7 | 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 Kiss Digital N |
Nikon D5100 |
| Articulated LCD | Fixed | Fully articulated |
| Screen size | 1.8” | 3# |
| Screen dots | 115000 | 921000 |
| Touch screen | No | No |
| Screen type | N/A | TFT LCD monitor |
| Live view | No | Yes |
| Viewfinder Type | Optical (pentamirror) | Optical (pentamirror) |
| Viewfinder Coverage | 95% | 95% |
| Viewfinder Magnification | 0.8× (0.5× 35mm equiv.) | 0.78× (0.52× 35mm equiv.) |
| Viewfinder Resolution | N/A | N/A |
Photography features |
Canon EOS Kiss Digital N |
Nikon D5100 |
| Frames per second | 2,8 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 | 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 D5100 |
| Video recording | No | Yes |
| Video format | N/A |
MPEG4 |
| Video resolution | N/A |
1280 x 720 1920 x 1080 |
| Built-in Microphone | No | Yes |
| Built-in Speakers | No | Yes |
Storage |
Canon EOS Kiss Digital N |
Nikon D5100 |
| Memory Card |
Compact Flash |
SD/SDHC |
Connectivity |
Canon EOS Kiss Digital N |
Nikon D5100 |
| HDMI Output | No | Yes |
| Microphone Port | No | Yes |
| Headphone Port | No | No |
| Wireless | No |
Yes Eye-Fi Connected |
| Remote Control | Yes (E3 connector, InfraRed) |
Yes (Optional ML-L3)
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| GPS | No |
Yes Optional with GP-1
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Body & Dimensions |
Canon EOS Kiss Digital N |
Nikon D5100 |
| Enviromentally sealed | No | No |
| Battery | Battery Pack | Battery Pack |
| Battery Details |
NB-2LH / NB-2L
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Lithium-Ion EN-EL14 rechargeable battery & charger
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| Battery Life (CIPA) | 400 shots | N/A |
| Width | 127 mm | 128 mm |
| Height | 94 mm | 97 mm |
| Depth | 64 mm | 79 mm |
| Weight | 540 gram | 611 gram |