Canon EOS Kiss X9i vs Nikon D810
This is a full comparison between the cameras Canon EOS Kiss X9i and Nikon D810. We compare them by looking at the categories you see below.
Manufacturing
Canon EOS Kiss X9i is manufacturered by Canon but Nikon D810 is from Nikon. Both Canon and Nikon are well known brands though.
Canon EOS Kiss X9i were released 2017 and Nikon D810 was released 2014. That is a 3 years difference. In tech, this period can be of interest since technology is always improving, etc.| Camera | Released |
| Canon EOS Kiss X9i | 2017 |
| Nikon D810 | 2014 |
Type of camera
Both these cameras are DSLR cameras. No difference there.
Sensors / crop factor
These cameras have different sensors. Canon EOS Kiss X9i has a "Canon APS-C"-sensor while Nikon D810 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 X9i | 80 mm Canon APS-C sensor Crop factor/focal length multiplier by * 1.6 |
| Nikon D810 | 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 X9i has a 24 MP (Megapixels) resolution while Nikon D810 has 36 MP. If we break down this in more detail this is the data behind the numbers:
| Camera | Megapixels |
| Canon EOS Kiss X9i |
24 MP
24000000 pixels 6000 x 4000 |
| Nikon D810 |
36 MP
36152320 pixels 7360 x 4912 |
Nikon D810 has a 51 % larger resolution than Canon EOS Kiss X9i. 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 X9i has a larger ISO-range than Nikon D810. Canon EOS Kiss X9i has an ISO range that stretches from 100 to 25600 while Nikon D810 has 64 to 12800.
| Camera | ISO Range |
| Canon EOS Kiss X9i | 100-25600 |
| Nikon D810 | 64-12800 |
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 X9i
Lens compatibility chart for Nikon D810
Pictures per second
Depending on what you are shooting the FPS, or frames/pictures per second, can definitely be of interest. Canon EOS Kiss X9i can shoot up to 6 pictures per seconds and Nikon D810 can shoot up to 5 pictures per seconds.
| Camera | FPS (Frames per second) |
| Canon EOS Kiss X9i | 6 |
| Nikon D810 | 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 X9i and Nikon D810 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 D810 weighs 980 gr (equal to 2.16 lb) which is 84% heavier than Canon EOS Kiss X9i and its 532 gr (or 1.17 lb).
| Camera | Weight |
| Canon EOS Kiss X9i | 532 gr 1.17 lb |
| Nikon D810 | 980 gr 2.16 lb |
Canon EOS Kiss X9i vs Nikon D810 Specs
Below you will find the complete and detailed technical specs for both Canon EOS Kiss X9i and Nikon D810, 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 X9i |
Nikon D810 |
| Name | Canon EOS Kiss X9i | Nikon D810 |
| Manufacturer | Canon | Nikon |
Release Date and Price |
Canon EOS Kiss X9i |
Nikon D810 |
| Release Year | 2017 | 2014 |
| Release Date | 2017-02-15 | 2014-06-26 |
| MSRP | 749 USD | 3299 USD |
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Camera Type |
Canon EOS Kiss X9i |
Nikon D810 |
| Camera Type | DSLR | DSLR |
Sensor |
Canon EOS Kiss X9i |
Nikon D810 |
| 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 | CMOS |
| Resolution | 6000 x 4000 pixels | 7360 x 4912 pixels |
| Megapixels | 24 MP | 36 MP |
| Image Processor | DIGIC 7 | EXPEED 4 |
Image |
Canon EOS Kiss X9i |
Nikon D810 |
| ISO Range | 100 - 25600 | 64 - 12800 |
| 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 X9i |
Nikon D810 |
| 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 Face Detection LiveView |
| Focus Points | 45 | 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 X9i |
Nikon D810 |
| Articulated LCD | Fully articulated | Fixed |
| Screen size | 3” | 3,2” |
| Screen dots | 1040000 | 1229000 |
| Touch screen | Yes | No |
| Screen type | TFT LCD | TFT-LCD (WRGB) |
| Live view | Yes | Yes |
| Viewfinder Type | Optical (pentamirror) | Optical (tunnel) |
| Viewfinder Coverage | 95% | 100% |
| Viewfinder Magnification | 0.82× (0.51× 35mm equiv.) | 0.7× |
| Viewfinder Resolution | 0 | N/A |
Photography features |
Canon EOS Kiss X9i |
Nikon D810 |
| Frames per second | 6 fps | 5 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 | No |
| Metering modes |
Multi Spot Partial Average |
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, 1 EV steps) |
Videography features |
Canon EOS Kiss X9i |
Nikon D810 |
| Video recording | Yes | Yes |
| Video format |
MPEG4 H.264 |
MPEG4 H.264 |
| Video resolution |
1280 x 720 1920 x 1080 |
1280 x 720 1920 x 1080 |
| Built-in Microphone | Yes | Yes |
| Built-in Speakers | Yes | Yes |
Storage |
Canon EOS Kiss X9i |
Nikon D810 |
| Memory Card |
SD/SDHC |
Compact Flash SD/SDHC |
Connectivity |
Canon EOS Kiss X9i |
Nikon D810 |
| HDMI Output | Yes | Yes |
| Microphone Port | Yes | No |
| Headphone Port | No | No |
| Wireless |
Yes Built-in (Includes Bluetooth LE and NFC) |
Yes Optional via WT-5A or Eye-Fi
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| Remote Control | Yes (via smartphone or Bluetooth remote) | Yes |
| GPS |
Yes Optional via Canon GP-E2 GPS Receiver
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Yes Optional with GP-1 or GP-1A
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Body & Dimensions |
Canon EOS Kiss X9i |
Nikon D810 |
| Enviromentally sealed | No | Yes |
| Battery | Battery Pack | Battery Pack |
| Battery Details |
LP-E17 lithium-ion battery & charger
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EN-EL15 lithium-ion battery & charger
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| Battery Life (CIPA) | 600 shots | 1200 shots |
| Width | 131 mm | 146 mm |
| Height | 100 mm | 123 mm |
| Depth | 76 mm | 82 mm |
| Weight | 532 gram | 980 gram |