Canon EOS Kiss Digital X3 vs Nikon D3000
This is a full comparison between the cameras Canon EOS Kiss Digital X3 and Nikon D3000. We compare them by looking at the categories you see below.
Manufacturing
Canon EOS Kiss Digital X3 is manufacturered by Canon but Nikon D3000 is from Nikon. Both Canon and Nikon are well known brands though.
These two camera models were both released 2009.| Camera | Released |
| Canon EOS Kiss Digital X3 | 2009 |
| Nikon D3000 | 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 X3 has a "Canon APS-C"-sensor while Nikon D3000 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 X3 | 80 mm Canon APS-C sensor Crop factor/focal length multiplier by * 1.6 |
| Nikon D3000 | 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 X3 has a 15,1 MP (Megapixels) resolution while Nikon D3000 has 10,2 MP. If we break down this in more detail this is the data behind the numbers:
| Camera | Megapixels |
| Canon EOS Kiss Digital X3 |
15,1 MP
15054336 pixels 4752 x 3168 |
| Nikon D3000 |
10,2 MP
10036224 pixels 3872 x 2592 |
Canon EOS Kiss Digital X3 has a 50 % larger resolution than Nikon D3000. 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
Canon EOS Kiss Digital X3 has a larger ISO-range than Nikon D3000. Canon EOS Kiss Digital X3 has an ISO range that stretches from 100 to 12800 while Nikon D3000 has 100 to 3200.
| Camera | ISO Range |
| Canon EOS Kiss Digital X3 | 100-12800 |
| Nikon D3000 | 100-3200 |
Autofocus and lens compatibility
There is a big difference between these two cameras. Canon EOS Kiss Digital X3 has a built-in autofocus motor but Nikon D3000 does not. If you want to be able to use autofocus on Nikon D3000 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 X3
Lens compatibility chart for Nikon D3000
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 X3 can shoot up to 3,4 pictures per seconds and Nikon D3000 can shoot up to 3 pictures per seconds.
| Camera | FPS (Frames per second) |
| Canon EOS Kiss Digital X3 | 3,4 |
| Nikon D3000 | 3 |
Ability to record movies
It is becoming more and more popular to record movies with digital cameras.
When comparing these two cameras there is only one of them that can shoot movies and that is Canon EOS Kiss Digital X3. Unfortunately Nikon D3000 does not support recording movies and movie clips.
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 D3000 weighs 536 gr (equal to 1.18 lb) which is 3% heavier than Canon EOS Kiss Digital X3 and its 520 gr (or 1.15 lb).
| Camera | Weight |
| Canon EOS Kiss Digital X3 | 520 gr 1.15 lb |
| Nikon D3000 | 536 gr 1.18 lb |
Canon EOS Kiss Digital X3 vs Nikon D3000 Specs
Below you will find the complete and detailed technical specs for both Canon EOS Kiss Digital X3 and Nikon D3000, 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 X3 |
Nikon D3000 |
| Name | Canon EOS Kiss Digital X3 | Nikon D3000 |
| Manufacturer | Canon | Nikon |
Release Date and Price |
Canon EOS Kiss Digital X3 |
Nikon D3000 |
| Release Year | 2009 | 2009 |
| Release Date | 2009-03-25 | 2009-07-30 |
| MSRP | 699 USD | 599 USD |
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Camera Type |
Canon EOS Kiss Digital X3 |
Nikon D3000 |
| Camera Type | DSLR | DSLR |
Sensor |
Canon EOS Kiss Digital X3 |
Nikon D3000 |
| 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 | CCD |
| Resolution | 4752 x 3168 pixels | 3872 x 2592 pixels |
| Megapixels | 15,1 MP | 10,2 MP |
| Image Processor | DIGIC 4 | EXPEED |
Image |
Canon EOS Kiss Digital X3 |
Nikon D3000 |
| ISO Range | 100 - 12800 | 100 - 3200 |
| 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 X3 |
Nikon D3000 |
| Autofocus Motor | Yes | No |
| Autofocus |
Contract Detect (sensor) Phase Detect Multi Area Selective Single Point Single Continuous Face Detection LiveView |
Contract Detect (sensor) Phase Detect Multi Area Selective Single Point Single Continuous |
| 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 Kiss Digital X3 |
Nikon D3000 |
| Articulated LCD | Fixed | Fixed |
| Screen size | 3” | 3” |
| Screen dots | 920000 | 230000 |
| Touch screen | No | No |
| Screen type | TFT LCD | N/A |
| Live view | Yes | No |
| Viewfinder Type | Optical (pentamirror) | Optical (pentamirror) |
| Viewfinder Coverage | 95% | 95% |
| Viewfinder Magnification | 0.87× (0.54× 35mm equiv.) | 0.8× (0.53× 35mm equiv.) |
| Viewfinder Resolution | N/A | N/A |
Photography features |
Canon EOS Kiss Digital X3 |
Nikon D3000 |
| Frames per second | 3,4 fps | 3 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 | 13 meters | 12 meters |
| External Flash | Yes | Yes |
| Self-Timer | Yes | Yes |
| Time-lapse | Yes | No |
| Metering modes |
Multi Center Weighted Spot |
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 X3 |
Nikon D3000 |
| Video recording | Yes | No |
| Video format |
H.264 |
N/A |
| Video resolution |
1280 x 720 1920 x 1080 |
N/A |
| Built-in Microphone | Yes | No |
| Built-in Speakers | No | No |
Storage |
Canon EOS Kiss Digital X3 |
Nikon D3000 |
| Memory Card |
SD/SDHC |
SD/SDHC |
Connectivity |
Canon EOS Kiss Digital X3 |
Nikon D3000 |
| HDMI Output | Yes | No |
| Microphone Port | No | No |
| Headphone Port | No | No |
| Wireless |
Yes Eye-Fi Connected |
Yes Eye-Fi Connected |
| Remote Control | Yes (E3 connector, InfraRed) |
Yes (Optional ML-L3)
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| GPS | No | No |
Body & Dimensions |
Canon EOS Kiss Digital X3 |
Nikon D3000 |
| Enviromentally sealed | No | No |
| Battery | Battery Pack | Battery Pack |
| Battery Details |
Lithium-Ion LP-E5 rechargeable battery & charger
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Lithium-Ion EN-EL9a rechargeable battery & charger
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| Battery Life (CIPA) | 440 shots | 500 shots |
| Width | 129 mm | 126 mm |
| Height | 98 mm | 97 mm |
| Depth | 62 mm | 64 mm |
| Weight | 520 gram | 536 gram |