Nikon D5300 vs Canon EOS 20D
This is a full comparison between the cameras Nikon D5300 and Canon EOS 20D. We compare them by looking at the categories you see below.
Manufacturing
Nikon D5300 is manufacturered by Nikon but Canon EOS 20D is from Canon. Both Nikon and Canon are well known brands though.
Nikon D5300 were released 2013 and Canon EOS 20D was released 2004. That is a 9 years difference. In tech, this period can be of interest since technology is always improving, etc.Camera | Released |
Nikon D5300 | 2013 |
Canon EOS 20D | 2004 |
Type of camera
Both these cameras are DSLR cameras. No difference there.
Sensors / crop factor
These cameras have different sensors. Nikon D5300 has a "Nikon DX"-sensor while Canon EOS 20D 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 D5300 | 75 mm Nikon DX sensor Crop factor/focal length multiplier by * 1.5 |
Canon EOS 20D | 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 D5300 has a 24 MP (Megapixels) resolution while Canon EOS 20D has 8,2 MP. If we break down this in more detail this is the data behind the numbers:
Camera | Megapixels |
Nikon D5300 |
24 MP
24000000 pixels 6000 x 4000 |
Canon EOS 20D |
8,2 MP
8185344 pixels 3504 x 2336 |
Nikon D5300 has a 193 % larger resolution than Canon EOS 20D. 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 D5300 has a larger ISO-range than Canon EOS 20D. Nikon D5300 has an ISO range that stretches from 100 to 12800 while Canon EOS 20D has 100 to 3200.
Camera | ISO Range |
Nikon D5300 | 100-12800 |
Canon EOS 20D | 100-3200 |
Autofocus and lens compatibility
There is a big difference between these two cameras. Canon EOS 20D has a built-in autofocus motor but Nikon D5300 does not. If you want to be able to use autofocus on Nikon D5300 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 Nikon D5300
Lens compatibility chart for Canon EOS 20D
Pictures per second
Depending on what you are shooting the FPS, or frames/pictures per second, can definitely be of interest. Nikon D5300 can shoot up to 5 pictures per seconds and Canon EOS 20D can shoot up to 5 pictures per seconds.
Camera | FPS (Frames per second) |
Nikon D5300 | 5 |
Canon EOS 20D | 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 Nikon D5300. Unfortunately Canon EOS 20D 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.
Canon EOS 20D weighs 770 gr (equal to 1.7 lb) which is 60% heavier than Nikon D5300 and its 480 gr (or 1.06 lb).
Camera | Weight |
Nikon D5300 | 480 gr 1.06 lb |
Canon EOS 20D | 770 gr 1.7 lb |
Nikon D5300 vs Canon EOS 20D Specs
Below you will find the complete and detailed technical specs for both Nikon D5300 and Canon EOS 20D, 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 D5300 |
Canon EOS 20D |
Name | Nikon D5300 | Canon EOS 20D |
Manufacturer | Nikon | Canon |
Release Date and Price |
Nikon D5300 |
Canon EOS 20D |
Release Year | 2013 | 2004 |
Release Date | 2013-10-17 | 2004-08-19 |
MSRP | 729 USD | 1499 USD |
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Camera Type |
Nikon D5300 |
Canon EOS 20D |
Camera Type | DSLR | DSLR |
Sensor |
Nikon D5300 |
Canon EOS 20D |
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 | 6000 x 4000 pixels | 3504 x 2336 pixels |
Megapixels | 24 MP | 8,2 MP |
Image Processor | EXPEED 4 | DIGIC 2 |
Image |
Nikon D5300 |
Canon EOS 20D |
ISO Range | 100 - 12800 | 100 - 3200 |
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 D5300 |
Canon EOS 20D |
Autofocus Motor | No | Yes |
Autofocus |
Contract Detect (sensor) Phase Detect Multi Area Center Selective Single Point Tracking Single Continuous Face Detection LiveView |
Phase Detect Multi Area Selective Single Point Single Continuous |
Focus Points | 39 | 9 |
Lens Mount |
Nikon F See Compatible Lenses |
Canon EF Canon EF-S 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 D5300 |
Canon EOS 20D |
Articulated LCD | Fully articulated | Fixed |
Screen size | 3,2” | 1,8” |
Screen dots | 1037000 | 118000 |
Touch screen | No | No |
Screen type | TFT LCD monitor | N/A |
Live view | Yes | No |
Viewfinder Type | Optical (pentamirror) | Optical (pentaprism) |
Viewfinder Coverage | 95% | 95% |
Viewfinder Magnification | 0.82× (0.55× 35mm equiv.) | 0.9× (0.56× 35mm equiv.) |
Viewfinder Resolution | N/A | N/A |
Photography features |
Nikon D5300 |
Canon EOS 20D |
Frames per second | 5 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 | Yes |
Metering modes |
Multi Center Weighted Spot |
Multi Center Weighted Partial |
Exposure Compensation | +/- 5 (at 1/3 EV, 1/2 EV steps) | +/- 2 (at 1/3 EV, 1/2 EV steps) |
Videography features |
Nikon D5300 |
Canon EOS 20D |
Video recording | Yes | No |
Video format |
MPEG4 H.264 |
N/A |
Video resolution |
1280 x 720 1920 x 1080 |
N/A |
Built-in Microphone | Yes | No |
Built-in Speakers | Yes | No |
Storage |
Nikon D5300 |
Canon EOS 20D |
Memory Card |
Compact Flash |
Compact Flash |
Connectivity |
Nikon D5300 |
Canon EOS 20D |
HDMI Output | Yes | No |
Microphone Port | Yes | No |
Headphone Port | No | No |
Wireless |
Yes Built-In |
No |
Remote Control |
Optional with ML-L3 or WR-R10
|
Yes (N3 connector) |
GPS |
Yes Built-in |
No |
Body & Dimensions |
Nikon D5300 |
Canon EOS 20D |
Enviromentally sealed | No | No |
Battery | Battery Pack | Battery Pack |
Battery Details |
Lithium-Ion EN-EL14a or EN-EL14 rechargeable battery & charger
|
BP-511A Lithium-Ion battery pack
|
Battery Life (CIPA) | 600 shots | 700 shots |
Width | 125 mm | 144 mm |
Height | 98 mm | 106 mm |
Depth | 76 mm | 72 mm |
Weight | 480 gram | 770 gram |