Canon EOS Kiss X10i vs Nikon D5600
This is a full comparison between the cameras Canon EOS Kiss X10i and Nikon D5600. We compare them by looking at the categories you see below.
Manufacturing
Canon EOS Kiss X10i is manufacturered by Canon but Nikon D5600 is from Nikon. Both Canon and Nikon are well known brands though.
Canon EOS Kiss X10i were released 2020 and Nikon D5600 was released 2016. 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 X10i | 2020 |
| Nikon D5600 | 2016 |
Type of camera
Both these cameras are DSLR cameras. No difference there.
Sensors / crop factor
These cameras have different sensors. Canon EOS Kiss X10i has a "Canon APS-C"-sensor while Nikon D5600 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 X10i | 80 mm Canon APS-C sensor Crop factor/focal length multiplier by * 1.6 |
| Nikon D5600 | 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
Both these cameras have the exact same resolution. Canon EOS Kiss X10i has a 24 MP (Megapixels) resolution while Nikon D5600 has 24 MP. If we break down this in more detail this is the data behind the numbers:
| Camera | Megapixels |
| Canon EOS Kiss X10i |
24 MP
24000000 pixels 6000 x 4000 |
| Nikon D5600 |
24 MP
24000000 pixels 6000 x 4000 |
ISO range
Both of these cameras offer the exact same ISO range. They both have 100 to 25600.
| Camera | ISO Range |
| Canon EOS Kiss X10i | 100-25600 |
| Nikon D5600 | 100-25600 |
Autofocus and lens compatibility
There is a big difference between these two cameras. Canon EOS Kiss X10i has a built-in autofocus motor but Nikon D5600 does not. If you want to be able to use autofocus on Nikon D5600 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 X10i
Lens compatibility chart for Nikon D5600
Pictures per second
Depending on what you are shooting the FPS, or frames/pictures per second, can definitely be of interest. Canon EOS Kiss X10i can shoot up to 7,5 pictures per seconds and Nikon D5600 can shoot up to 5 pictures per seconds.
| Camera | FPS (Frames per second) |
| Canon EOS Kiss X10i | 7,5 |
| Nikon D5600 | 5 |
Ability to record movies
It is becoming more and more popular to record movies with digital cameras.
In this case, both Canon EOS Kiss X10i and Nikon D5600 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.
Canon EOS Kiss X10i weighs 515 gr (equal to 1.14 lb) which is 11% heavier than Nikon D5600 and its 465 gr (or 1.03 lb).
| Camera | Weight |
| Canon EOS Kiss X10i | 515 gr 1.14 lb |
| Nikon D5600 | 465 gr 1.03 lb |
Canon EOS Kiss X10i vs Nikon D5600 Specs
Below you will find the complete and detailed technical specs for both Canon EOS Kiss X10i and Nikon D5600, 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 X10i |
Nikon D5600 |
| Name | Canon EOS Kiss X10i | Nikon D5600 |
| Manufacturer | Canon | Nikon |
Release Date and Price |
Canon EOS Kiss X10i |
Nikon D5600 |
| Release Year | 2020 | 2016 |
| Release Date | 2020-02-12 | 2016-11-10 |
| MSRP | 749 USD | 700 USD |
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Camera Type |
Canon EOS Kiss X10i |
Nikon D5600 |
| Camera Type | DSLR | DSLR |
Sensor |
Canon EOS Kiss X10i |
Nikon D5600 |
| 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 | 6000 x 4000 pixels | 6000 x 4000 pixels |
| Megapixels | 24 MP | 24 MP |
| Image Processor | DIGIC 8 | EXPEED 4 |
Image |
Canon EOS Kiss X10i |
Nikon D5600 |
| 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 Kiss X10i |
Nikon D5600 |
| Autofocus Motor | Yes | No |
| 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 | 45 | 39 |
| 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 X10i |
Nikon D5600 |
| Articulated LCD | Fully articulated | Fully articulated |
| Screen size | 3” | 3,2” |
| Screen dots | 1040000 | 1037000 |
| Touch screen | Yes | Yes |
| Screen type | TFT LCD | TFT LCD monitor |
| Live view | Yes | Yes |
| Viewfinder Type | Optical (pentamirror) | Optical (pentamirror) |
| Viewfinder Coverage | 95% | 95% |
| Viewfinder Magnification | 0.82× (0.51× 35mm equiv.) | 0.82× (0.55× 35mm equiv.) |
| Viewfinder Resolution | 0 | 0 |
Photography features |
Canon EOS Kiss X10i |
Nikon D5600 |
| Frames per second | 7,5 fps | 5 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 | 4 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 |
| Exposure Compensation | +/- 3 (at 1/3 EV, 1/2 EV steps) | +/- 5 (at 1/3 EV, 1/2 EV steps) |
Videography features |
Canon EOS Kiss X10i |
Nikon D5600 |
| Video recording | Yes | Yes |
| Video format |
MPEG4 H.264 |
MPEG4 H.264 |
| Video resolution |
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 Kiss X10i |
Nikon D5600 |
| Memory Card |
SD/SDHC |
SD/SDHC |
Connectivity |
Canon EOS Kiss X10i |
Nikon D5600 |
| HDMI Output | Yes | Yes |
| Microphone Port | Yes | Yes |
| Headphone Port | No | No |
| Wireless |
Yes Built-in (802.11b/g/n + Bluetooth) |
Yes Built-in 802.11b/g/n with Bluetooth 4.1 LE and NFC |
| Remote Control | Yes (via wireless remote or smartphone) |
Yes (MC-DC2 (wired), WR-1/WR-R10 (wireless))
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| GPS | No |
Yes Optional through GP-1/GP-1A
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Body & Dimensions |
Canon EOS Kiss X10i |
Nikon D5600 |
| Enviromentally sealed | No | No |
| Battery | Battery Pack | Battery Pack |
| Battery Details |
LP-E17 lithium-ion battery & charger
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EN-EL14a lithium-ion battery & charger
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| Battery Life (CIPA) | 800 shots | 970 shots |
| Width | 131 mm | 124 mm |
| Height | 103 mm | 97 mm |
| Depth | 76 mm | 70 mm |
| Weight | 515 gram | 465 gram |