Canon EOS Kiss X10 vs Nikon D780
This is a full comparison between the cameras Canon EOS Kiss X10 and Nikon D780. We compare them by looking at the categories you see below.
Manufacturing
Canon EOS Kiss X10 is manufacturered by Canon but Nikon D780 is from Nikon. Both Canon and Nikon are well known brands though.
Canon EOS Kiss X10 were released 2019 and Nikon D780 was released 2020. That is a 1 years difference. In tech, this period can be of interest since technology is always improving, etc.| Camera | Released |
| Canon EOS Kiss X10 | 2019 |
| Nikon D780 | 2020 |
Type of camera
Both these cameras are DSLR cameras. No difference there.
Sensors / crop factor
These cameras have different sensors. Canon EOS Kiss X10 has a "Canon APS-C"-sensor while Nikon D780 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 Kiss X10 | 80 mm Canon APS-C sensor Crop factor/focal length multiplier by * 1.6 |
| Nikon D780 | 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 Kiss X10 has a 24 MP (Megapixels) resolution while Nikon D780 has 25 MP. If we break down this in more detail this is the data behind the numbers:
| Camera | Megapixels |
| Canon EOS Kiss X10 |
24 MP
24000000 pixels 6000 x 4000 |
| Nikon D780 |
25 MP
24337152 pixels 6048 x 4024 |
Nikon D780 has a 1 % larger resolution than Canon EOS Kiss X10. 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 D780 has a larger ISO-range than Canon EOS Kiss X10. Nikon D780 has an ISO range that stretches from 100 to 51200 while Canon EOS Kiss X10 has 100 to 25600.
| Camera | ISO Range |
| Canon EOS Kiss X10 | 100-25600 |
| Nikon D780 | 100-51200 |
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 X10
Lens compatibility chart for Nikon D780
Pictures per second
Depending on what you are shooting the FPS, or frames/pictures per second, can definitely be of interest. Canon EOS Kiss X10 can shoot up to 5 pictures per seconds and Nikon D780 can shoot up to 12 pictures per seconds.
| Camera | FPS (Frames per second) |
| Canon EOS Kiss X10 | 5 |
| Nikon D780 | 12 |
Ability to record movies
It is becoming more and more popular to record movies with digital cameras.
In this case, both Canon EOS Kiss X10 and Nikon D780 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 D780 weighs 840 gr (equal to 1.85 lb) which is 87% heavier than Canon EOS Kiss X10 and its 449 gr (or 0.99 lb).
| Camera | Weight |
| Canon EOS Kiss X10 | 449 gr 0.99 lb |
| Nikon D780 | 840 gr 1.85 lb |
Canon EOS Kiss X10 vs Nikon D780 Specs
Below you will find the complete and detailed technical specs for both Canon EOS Kiss X10 and Nikon D780, 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 X10 |
Nikon D780 |
| Name | Canon EOS Kiss X10 | Nikon D780 |
| Manufacturer | Canon | Nikon |
Release Date and Price |
Canon EOS Kiss X10 |
Nikon D780 |
| Release Year | 2019 | 2020 |
| Release Date | 2019-08-10 | 2020-01-07 |
| MSRP | 599 USD | 2299 USD |
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Camera Type |
Canon EOS Kiss X10 |
Nikon D780 |
| Camera Type | DSLR | DSLR |
Sensor |
Canon EOS Kiss X10 |
Nikon D780 |
| 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 | BSI-CMOS |
| Resolution | 6000 x 4000 pixels | 6048 x 4024 pixels |
| Megapixels | 24 MP | 25 MP |
| Image Processor | DIGIC 8 | EXPEED 6 |
Image |
Canon EOS Kiss X10 |
Nikon D780 |
| ISO Range | 100 - 25600 | 100 - 51200 |
| 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 X10 |
Nikon D780 |
| Autofocus Motor | Yes | Yes |
| Autofocus |
Contract Detect (sensor) Phase Detect Multi Area Center Selective Single Point Tracking Single Continuous Touch Face Detection LiveView |
Contract Detect (sensor) Phase Detect Multi Area Center Selective Single Point Tracking Single Continuous Touch Face Detection LiveView |
| Focus Points | 9 | 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 Kiss X10 |
Nikon D780 |
| Articulated LCD | Fully articulated | Tilting |
| Screen size | 3” | 3.2” |
| Screen dots | 1040000 | 2359000 |
| Touch screen | Yes | Yes |
| Screen type | TFT LCD | TFT LCD |
| Live view | Yes | Yes |
| Viewfinder Type | Optical (pentamirror) | Optical (pentaprism) |
| Viewfinder Coverage | 95% | 100% |
| Viewfinder Magnification | 0.87× (0.54× 35mm equiv.) | 0.7× |
| Viewfinder Resolution | 0 | 0 |
Photography features |
Canon EOS Kiss X10 |
Nikon D780 |
| Frames per second | 5 fps | 12 fps |
| Minimum Shutter Speed | 30 seconds | 900 seconds |
| Maximum Shutter Speed | 1/4000 seconds | 1/8000 seconds |
| Built-in Flash | Yes | No |
| Built-in Flash Range | N/A | N/A |
| External Flash | Yes | Yes |
| Self-Timer | Yes | Yes |
| Time-lapse | No | Yes |
| Metering modes |
Multi Center Weighted Spot Partial |
Multi Center Weighted Highlight Weighted Spot |
| Exposure Compensation | +/- 5 (at 1/3 EV, 1/2 EV steps) | +/- 5 (at 1/3 EV, 1/2 EV steps) |
Videography features |
Canon EOS Kiss X10 |
Nikon D780 |
| Video recording | Yes | Yes |
| Video format |
MPEG4 H.264 |
MPEG4 H.264 |
| Video resolution |
1920 x 1080 3840 x 2160 |
1920 x 1080 3840 x 2160 |
| Built-in Microphone | Yes | No |
| Built-in Speakers | Yes | No |
Storage |
Canon EOS Kiss X10 |
Nikon D780 |
| Memory Card |
SD/SDHC |
SD/SDHC |
Connectivity |
Canon EOS Kiss X10 |
Nikon D780 |
| HDMI Output | Yes | Yes |
| Microphone Port | Yes | Yes |
| Headphone Port | No | Yes |
| Wireless |
Yes Built-in (802.11b/g/n + Bluetooth) |
Yes Built-in (802.11b/g/n + Bluetooth 4.1) |
| Remote Control | Yes (via wired or wireless remote or smartphone) | Yes (via wired, wireless or smartphone) |
| GPS | No | No |
Body & Dimensions |
Canon EOS Kiss X10 |
Nikon D780 |
| Enviromentally sealed | No | Yes |
| Battery | Battery Pack | Battery Pack |
| Battery Details |
LP-E17 lithium-ion battery & charger
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EN-EL15b lithium-ion battery & charger
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| Battery Life (CIPA) | 1070 shots | 2260 shots |
| Width | 122 mm | 144 mm |
| Height | 93 mm | 116 mm |
| Depth | 70 mm | 76 mm |
| Weight | 449 gram | 840 gram |