Canon EOS R100 vs Nikon D3x
This is a full comparison between the cameras Canon EOS R100 and Nikon D3x. We compare them by looking at the categories you see below.
Manufacturing
Canon EOS R100 is manufacturered by Canon but Nikon D3x is from Nikon. Both Canon and Nikon are well known brands though.
Canon EOS R100 were released 2023 and Nikon D3x was released 2008. That is a 15 years difference. In tech, this period can be of interest since technology is always improving, etc.Camera | Released |
Canon EOS R100 | 2023 |
Nikon D3x | 2008 |
Type of camera
Canon EOS R100 is a Mirrorless camera while Nikon D3x is a DSLR camera. More information about their differences will come soon.
Sensors / crop factor
These cameras have different sensors. Canon EOS R100 has a "Canon APS-C"-sensor while Nikon D3x 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 R100 | 80 mm Canon APS-C sensor Crop factor/focal length multiplier by * 1.6 |
Nikon D3x | 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 R100 has a 24 MP (Megapixels) resolution while Nikon D3x has 24,5 MP. If we break down this in more detail this is the data behind the numbers:
Camera | Megapixels |
Canon EOS R100 |
24 MP
24000000 pixels 6000 x 4000 |
Nikon D3x |
24,5 MP
24385536 pixels 6048 x 4032 |
Nikon D3x has a 2 % larger resolution than Canon EOS R100. 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 R100 has a larger ISO-range than Nikon D3x. Canon EOS R100 has an ISO range that stretches from 100 to 12800 while Nikon D3x has 100 to 6400.
Camera | ISO Range |
Canon EOS R100 | 100-12800 |
Nikon D3x | 100-6400 |
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.
Worth mentioning is that Canon EOS R100 belongs to the Canon EOS R-system and needs an adapter to work with Canons EF, EF-S, MP-E, and TS-E lenses. You can read more about this adapter here:
Canon Lens Mount Adapter EF-EOS R
Here is a complete overview of which lenses work with each camera:
Lens compatibility chart for Canon EOS R100
Lens compatibility chart for Nikon D3x
Pictures per second
Depending on what you are shooting the FPS, or frames/pictures per second, can definitely be of interest. Canon EOS R100 can shoot up to 6,5 pictures per seconds and Nikon D3x can shoot up to 5 pictures per seconds.
Camera | FPS (Frames per second) |
Canon EOS R100 | 6,5 |
Nikon D3x | 5 |
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 R100. Unfortunately Nikon D3x 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 D3x weighs 1260 gr (equal to 2.78 lb) which is 254% heavier than Canon EOS R100 and its 356 gr (or 0.78 lb).
Camera | Weight |
Canon EOS R100 | 356 gr 0.78 lb |
Nikon D3x | 1260 gr 2.78 lb |
Canon EOS R100 vs Nikon D3x Specs
Below you will find the complete and detailed technical specs for both Canon EOS R100 and Nikon D3x, 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 R100 |
Nikon D3x |
Name | Canon EOS R100 | Nikon D3x |
Manufacturer | Canon | Nikon |
Release Date and Price |
Canon EOS R100 |
Nikon D3x |
Release Year | 2023 | 2008 |
Release Date | 2023-05-24 | 2008-12-01 |
MSRP | 480 USD | 7470 USD |
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Camera Type |
Canon EOS R100 |
Nikon D3x |
Camera Type | Mirrorless | DSLR |
Sensor |
Canon EOS R100 |
Nikon D3x |
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 | 6048 x 4032 pixels |
Megapixels | 24 MP | 24,5 MP |
Image Processor | DIGIC 8 | EXPEED |
Image |
Canon EOS R100 |
Nikon D3x |
ISO Range | 100 - 12800 | 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 + TIFF |
Optics & Focus |
Canon EOS R100 |
Nikon D3x |
Autofocus Motor | Yes | Yes |
Autofocus |
Contract Detect (sensor) Phase Detect Multi Area Center Selective Single Point Tracking Single Continuous Face Detection LiveView |
Contract Detect (sensor) Phase Detect Multi Area Selective Single Point Single Continuous LiveView |
Focus Points | 143 | 51 |
Lens Mount |
Canon RF 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 R100 |
Nikon D3x |
Articulated LCD | Fixed | Fixed |
Screen size | 3” | 3” |
Screen dots | 1040000 | 920000 |
Touch screen | No | No |
Screen type | N/A | Super Density TFT color LCD with wide-viewing angle |
Live view | Yes | Yes |
Viewfinder Type | Electronic | Optical (pentaprism) |
Viewfinder Coverage | 100% | 100% |
Viewfinder Magnification | 0.95× (0.59× 35mm equiv.) | 0.7× |
Viewfinder Resolution | N/A | N/A |
Photography features |
Canon EOS R100 |
Nikon D3x |
Frames per second | 6,5 fps | 5 fps |
Minimum Shutter Speed | 1 seconds | 30 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 | Yes | Yes |
Metering modes |
Multi Center Weighted Spot Partial |
Multi Center Weighted Spot |
Exposure Compensation | +/- 2 (at 1/3 EV steps) | +/- 5 (at 1/3 EV, 1/2 EV, 1 EV steps) |
Videography features |
Canon EOS R100 |
Nikon D3x |
Video recording | Yes | No |
Video format |
MPEG4 H.264 |
N/A |
Video resolution | N/A | |
Built-in Microphone | Yes | No |
Built-in Speakers | No | No |
Storage |
Canon EOS R100 |
Nikon D3x |
Memory Card |
SD/SDHC |
Compact Flash |
Connectivity |
Canon EOS R100 |
Nikon D3x |
HDMI Output | Yes | Yes |
Microphone Port | Yes | No |
Headphone Port | No | No |
Wireless |
Yes Built-In |
No |
Remote Control |
Yes (via Smartphone, via BR-E1 remote controller)
|
Yes |
GPS | No |
Yes Optional through GP-1 |
Body & Dimensions |
Canon EOS R100 |
Nikon D3x |
Enviromentally sealed | No | Yes |
Battery | Battery Pack | Battery Pack |
Battery Details |
LP-E17
|
Lithium-Ion EN-EL4a rechargeable battery & charger
|
Battery Life (CIPA) | N/A | 4400 shots |
Width | 116 mm | 160 mm |
Height | 86 mm | 157 mm |
Depth | 69 mm | 88 mm |
Weight | 356 gram | 1260 gram |