Nikon D5300 vs Canon EOS 5D Mark III
This is a full comparison between the cameras Nikon D5300 and Canon EOS 5D Mark III. We compare them by looking at the categories you see below.
Manufacturing
Nikon D5300 is manufacturered by Nikon but Canon EOS 5D Mark III is from Canon. Both Nikon and Canon are well known brands though.
Nikon D5300 were released 2013 and Canon EOS 5D Mark III was released 2012. That is a 1 years difference. In tech, this period can be of interest since technology is always improving, etc.| Camera | Released |
| Nikon D5300 | 2013 |
| Canon EOS 5D Mark III | 2012 |
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 5D Mark III has a "Canon Full Frame"-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 5D Mark III | 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 (Nikon)
Camera selection can affect the focal length (Canon)
Resolution
Nikon D5300 has a 24 MP (Megapixels) resolution while Canon EOS 5D Mark III has 22,3 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 5D Mark III |
22,3 MP
22118400 pixels 5760 x 3840 |
Nikon D5300 has a 9 % larger resolution than Canon EOS 5D Mark III. 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 5D Mark III has a larger ISO-range than Nikon D5300. Canon EOS 5D Mark III has an ISO range that stretches from 100 to 25600 while Nikon D5300 has 100 to 12800.
| Camera | ISO Range |
| Nikon D5300 | 100-12800 |
| Canon EOS 5D Mark III | 100-25600 |
Autofocus and lens compatibility
There is a big difference between these two cameras. Canon EOS 5D Mark III 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 5D Mark III
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 5D Mark III can shoot up to 6 pictures per seconds.
| Camera | FPS (Frames per second) |
| Nikon D5300 | 5 |
| Canon EOS 5D Mark III | 6 |
Ability to record movies
It is becoming more and more popular to record movies with digital cameras.
In this case, both Nikon D5300 and Canon EOS 5D Mark III 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 5D Mark III weighs 950 gr (equal to 2.09 lb) which is 98% heavier than Nikon D5300 and its 480 gr (or 1.06 lb).
| Camera | Weight |
| Nikon D5300 | 480 gr 1.06 lb |
| Canon EOS 5D Mark III | 950 gr 2.09 lb |
Nikon D5300 vs Canon EOS 5D Mark III Specs
Below you will find the complete and detailed technical specs for both Nikon D5300 and Canon EOS 5D Mark III, 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 5D Mark III |
| Name | Nikon D5300 | Canon EOS 5D Mark III |
| Manufacturer | Nikon | Canon |
Release Date and Price |
Nikon D5300 |
Canon EOS 5D Mark III |
| Release Year | 2013 | 2012 |
| Release Date | 2013-10-17 | 2012-03-02 |
| MSRP | 729 USD | 3499 USD |
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Camera Type |
Nikon D5300 |
Canon EOS 5D Mark III |
| Camera Type | DSLR | DSLR |
Sensor |
Nikon D5300 |
Canon EOS 5D Mark III |
| Sensor Size |
APS-C (approx 23.7 x 15.5 mm) Also known as "DX" |
Full Frame (approx 36 x 24 mm) |
| Sensor Type | CMOS | CMOS |
| Resolution | 6000 x 4000 pixels | 5760 x 3840 pixels |
| Megapixels | 24 MP | 22,3 MP |
| Image Processor | EXPEED 4 | DIGIC 5+ |
Image |
Nikon D5300 |
Canon EOS 5D Mark III |
| ISO Range | 100 - 12800 | 100 - 25600 |
| 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 5D Mark III |
| Autofocus Motor | No | 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 Face Detection LiveView |
| Focus Points | 39 | 61 |
| Lens Mount |
Nikon F See Compatible Lenses |
Canon EF 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 |
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 |
Nikon D5300 |
Canon EOS 5D Mark III |
| Articulated LCD | Fully articulated | Fixed |
| Screen size | 3,2” | 3,2” |
| Screen dots | 1037000 | 1040000 |
| Touch screen | No | No |
| Screen type | TFT LCD monitor | Clear View II TFT LCD |
| Live view | Yes | Yes |
| Viewfinder Type | Optical (pentamirror) | Optical (pentaprism) |
| Viewfinder Coverage | 95% | 100% |
| Viewfinder Magnification | 0.82× (0.55× 35mm equiv.) | 0.71× |
| Viewfinder Resolution | N/A | N/A |
Photography features |
Nikon D5300 |
Canon EOS 5D Mark III |
| Frames per second | 5 fps | 6 fps |
| Minimum Shutter Speed | 30 seconds | 30 seconds |
| Maximum Shutter Speed | 1/4000 seconds | 1/8000 seconds |
| Built-in Flash | Yes | No |
| Built-in Flash Range | 12 meters | N/A |
| External Flash | Yes | Yes |
| Self-Timer | Yes | Yes |
| Time-lapse | Yes | Yes |
| Metering modes |
Multi Center Weighted Spot |
Multi Center Weighted Spot Partial |
| Exposure Compensation | +/- 5 (at 1/3 EV, 1/2 EV steps) | +/- 5 (at 1/3 EV, 1/2 EV steps) |
Videography features |
Nikon D5300 |
Canon EOS 5D Mark III |
| Video recording | Yes | Yes |
| Video format |
MPEG4 H.264 |
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 |
Nikon D5300 |
Canon EOS 5D Mark III |
| Memory Card |
Compact Flash |
Compact Flash SD/SDHC |
Connectivity |
Nikon D5300 |
Canon EOS 5D Mark III |
| HDMI Output | Yes | Yes |
| Microphone Port | Yes | Yes |
| Headphone Port | No | Yes |
| Wireless |
Yes Built-In |
Yes Optional with Wireless File Transmitter WFT-E7
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| Remote Control |
Optional with ML-L3 or WR-R10
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Yes (Remote control with N3 type contact, Wireless Controller LC-5, Remote Controller RC-6)
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| GPS |
Yes Built-in |
Yes Optional with GP-E2 unit
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Body & Dimensions |
Nikon D5300 |
Canon EOS 5D Mark III |
| Enviromentally sealed | No | Yes |
| Battery | Battery Pack | Battery Pack |
| Battery Details |
Lithium-Ion EN-EL14a or EN-EL14 rechargeable battery & charger
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Lithium-Ion LP-E6 rechargeable battery & charger
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| Battery Life (CIPA) | 600 shots | 950 shots |
| Width | 125 mm | 152 mm |
| Height | 98 mm | 116 mm |
| Depth | 76 mm | 76 mm |
| Weight | 480 gram | 950 gram |