Nikon D3100 vs Canon EOS R10
This is a full comparison between the cameras Nikon D3100 and Canon EOS R10. We compare them by looking at the categories you see below.
Manufacturing
Nikon D3100 is manufacturered by Nikon but Canon EOS R10 is from Canon. Both Nikon and Canon are well known brands though.
Nikon D3100 were released 2010 and Canon EOS R10 was released 2022. That is a 12 years difference. In tech, this period can be of interest since technology is always improving, etc.Camera | Released |
Nikon D3100 | 2010 |
Canon EOS R10 | 2022 |
Type of camera
Nikon D3100 is a DSLR camera while Canon EOS R10 is a Mirrorless camera. More information about their differences will come soon.
Sensors / crop factor
These cameras have different sensors. Nikon D3100 has a "Nikon DX"-sensor while Canon EOS R10 has a "Canon APS-C"-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 ** |
Nikon D3100 | 75 mm Nikon DX sensor Crop factor/focal length multiplier by * 1.5 |
Canon EOS R10 | 80 mm Canon APS-C sensor Crop factor/focal length multiplier by * 1.6 |
** 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 (Nikon)
Camera selection can affect the focal length (Canon)
Resolution
Nikon D3100 has a 14,2 MP (Megapixels) resolution while Canon EOS R10 has 24 MP. If we break down this in more detail this is the data behind the numbers:
Camera | Megapixels |
Nikon D3100 |
14,2 MP
14155776 pixels 4608 x 3072 |
Canon EOS R10 |
24 MP
24000000 pixels 6000 x 4000 |
Canon EOS R10 has a 70 % larger resolution than Nikon D3100. 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 R10 has a larger ISO-range than Nikon D3100. Canon EOS R10 has an ISO range that stretches from 100 to 32000 while Nikon D3100 has 100 to 12800.
Camera | ISO Range |
Nikon D3100 | 100-12800 |
Canon EOS R10 | 100-32000 |
Autofocus and lens compatibility
There is a big difference between these two cameras. Canon EOS R10 has a built-in autofocus motor but Nikon D3100 does not. If you want to be able to use autofocus on Nikon D3100 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.
Worth mentioning is that Canon EOS R10 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 Nikon D3100
Lens compatibility chart for Canon EOS R10
Pictures per second
Depending on what you are shooting the FPS, or frames/pictures per second, can definitely be of interest. Nikon D3100 can shoot up to 3 pictures per seconds and Canon EOS R10 can shoot up to 15 pictures per seconds.
Camera | FPS (Frames per second) |
Nikon D3100 | 3 |
Canon EOS R10 | 15 |
Ability to record movies
It is becoming more and more popular to record movies with digital cameras.
In this case, both Nikon D3100 and Canon EOS R10 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 D3100 weighs 505 gr (equal to 1.11 lb) which is 19% heavier than Canon EOS R10 and its 426 gr (or 0.94 lb).
Camera | Weight |
Nikon D3100 | 505 gr 1.11 lb |
Canon EOS R10 | 426 gr 0.94 lb |
Nikon D3100 vs Canon EOS R10 Specs
Below you will find the complete and detailed technical specs for both Nikon D3100 and Canon EOS R10, 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 |
Nikon D3100 |
Canon EOS R10 |
Name | Nikon D3100 | Canon EOS R10 |
Manufacturer | Nikon | Canon |
Release Date and Price |
Nikon D3100 |
Canon EOS R10 |
Release Year | 2010 | 2022 |
Release Date | 2010-08-19 | 2022-05-24 |
MSRP | 699 USD | 979 USD |
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Camera Type |
Nikon D3100 |
Canon EOS R10 |
Camera Type | DSLR | Mirrorless |
Sensor |
Nikon D3100 |
Canon EOS R10 |
Sensor Size |
APS-C (approx 23.7 x 15.5 mm) Also known as "DX" |
APS-C (approx 22.3 x 14.9 mm) |
Sensor Type | CMOS | CMOS |
Resolution | 4608 x 3072 pixels | 6000 x 4000 pixels |
Megapixels | 14,2 MP | 24 MP |
Image Processor | EXPEED 2 | DIGIC X |
Image |
Nikon D3100 |
Canon EOS R10 |
ISO Range | 100 - 12800 | 100 - 32000 |
White Balance Presets | 12 | 6 |
Custom White Balance | Yes | Yes |
Image Stabilization | No | No |
Image Stabilization CIPA Rating | 0 stops | 0 stops |
Uncompressed format | RAW | RAW |
Optics & Focus |
Nikon D3100 |
Canon EOS R10 |
Autofocus Motor | No | Yes |
Autofocus |
Contract Detect (sensor) Phase Detect Multi Area Selective Single Point Tracking Single Continuous Face Detection LiveView |
Phase Detect Multi Area Center Selective Single Point Tracking Single Continuous Touch Face Detection LiveView |
Focus Points | 11 | 651 |
Lens Mount |
Nikon F See Compatible Lenses |
Canon RF See Compatible Lenses |
Focal Length Multiplier |
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 |
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 |
Screen & Viewfinder |
Nikon D3100 |
Canon EOS R10 |
Articulated LCD | Fixed | Fully articulated |
Screen size | 3” | 3” |
Screen dots | 230000 | N/A |
Touch screen | No | Yes |
Screen type | TFT LCD monitor | TFT color LCD |
Live view | Yes | Yes |
Viewfinder Type | Optical (pentamirror) | Electronic |
Viewfinder Coverage | 95% | 100% |
Viewfinder Magnification | 0.8× (0.53× 35mm equiv.) | 0.95× |
Viewfinder Resolution | N/A | 3690000 |
Photography features |
Nikon D3100 |
Canon EOS R10 |
Frames per second | 3 fps | 15 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 | 12 meters | N/A |
External Flash | Yes | Yes |
Self-Timer | Yes | Yes |
Time-lapse | No | Yes |
Metering modes |
Multi Center Weighted Average |
Multi Center Weighted Spot Partial Average |
Exposure Compensation | +/- 5 (at 1/3 EV steps) | +/- 3 (at 1/3 EV, 1/2 EV steps) |
Videography features |
Nikon D3100 |
Canon EOS R10 |
Video recording | Yes | Yes |
Video format |
MPEG4 |
MPEG4 |
Video resolution |
1280 x 720 1920 x 1080 |
1920 x 1080 3840 x 2160 |
Built-in Microphone | Yes | Yes |
Built-in Speakers | No | Yes |
Storage |
Nikon D3100 |
Canon EOS R10 |
Memory Card |
SD/SDHC |
SD/SDHC |
Connectivity |
Nikon D3100 |
Canon EOS R10 |
HDMI Output | Yes | Yes |
Microphone Port | No | Yes |
Headphone Port | No | No |
Wireless |
Yes Eye-Fi Connected |
Yes Built-in |
Remote Control |
Optional
|
Yes (Wired or wireless) |
GPS |
Yes Optional |
No |
Body & Dimensions |
Nikon D3100 |
Canon EOS R10 |
Enviromentally sealed | No | No |
Battery | Battery Pack | Battery Pack |
Battery Details |
Lithium-Ion EN-EL14 rechargeable battery & charger
|
LP-E17
|
Battery Life (CIPA) | N/A | 450 shots |
Width | 124 mm | 123 mm |
Height | 96 mm | 88 mm |
Depth | 75 mm | 83 mm |
Weight | 505 gram | 426 gram |