Nikon D7100 vs Canon EOS 300D
This is a full comparison between the cameras Nikon D7100 and Canon EOS 300D. We compare them by looking at the categories you see below.
Manufacturing
Nikon D7100 is manufacturered by Nikon but Canon EOS 300D is from Canon. Both Nikon and Canon are well known brands though.
Nikon D7100 were released 2013 and Canon EOS 300D was released 2003. That is a 10 years difference. In tech, this period can be of interest since technology is always improving, etc.Camera | Released |
Nikon D7100 | 2013 |
Canon EOS 300D | 2003 |
Type of camera
Both these cameras are DSLR cameras. No difference there.
Sensors / crop factor
These cameras have different sensors. Nikon D7100 has a "Nikon DX"-sensor while Canon EOS 300D 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 D7100 | 75 mm Nikon DX sensor Crop factor/focal length multiplier by * 1.5 |
Canon EOS 300D | 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 D7100 has a 24,1 MP (Megapixels) resolution while Canon EOS 300D has 6,3 MP. If we break down this in more detail this is the data behind the numbers:
Camera | Megapixels |
Nikon D7100 |
24,1 MP
24000000 pixels 6000 x 4000 |
Canon EOS 300D |
6,3 MP
6291456 pixels 3072 x 2048 |
Nikon D7100 has a 281 % larger resolution than Canon EOS 300D. 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 D7100 has a larger ISO-range than Canon EOS 300D. Nikon D7100 has an ISO range that stretches from 100 to 6400 while Canon EOS 300D has 100 to 1600.
Camera | ISO Range |
Nikon D7100 | 100-6400 |
Canon EOS 300D | 100-1600 |
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 Nikon D7100
Lens compatibility chart for Canon EOS 300D
Pictures per second
Depending on what you are shooting the FPS, or frames/pictures per second, can definitely be of interest. Nikon D7100 can shoot up to 6 pictures per seconds and Canon EOS 300D can shoot up to 2,5 pictures per seconds.
Camera | FPS (Frames per second) |
Nikon D7100 | 6 |
Canon EOS 300D | 2,5 |
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 D7100. Unfortunately Canon EOS 300D 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 D7100 weighs 675 gr (equal to 1.49 lb) which is 5% heavier than Canon EOS 300D and its 645 gr (or 1.42 lb).
Camera | Weight |
Nikon D7100 | 675 gr 1.49 lb |
Canon EOS 300D | 645 gr 1.42 lb |
Nikon D7100 vs Canon EOS 300D Specs
Below you will find the complete and detailed technical specs for both Nikon D7100 and Canon EOS 300D, 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 D7100 |
Canon EOS 300D |
Name | Nikon D7100 | Canon EOS 300D |
Manufacturer | Nikon | Canon |
Release Date and Price |
Nikon D7100 |
Canon EOS 300D |
Release Year | 2013 | 2003 |
Release Date | 2013-02-21 | 2003-08-20 |
MSRP | 1199 USD | 899 USD |
Buy it today | ||
Camera Type |
Nikon D7100 |
Canon EOS 300D |
Camera Type | DSLR | DSLR |
Sensor |
Nikon D7100 |
Canon EOS 300D |
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 | 3072 x 2048 pixels |
Megapixels | 24,1 MP | 6,3 MP |
Image Processor | EXPEED 3 | DIGIC |
Image |
Nikon D7100 |
Canon EOS 300D |
ISO Range | 100 - 6400 | 100 - 1600 |
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 D7100 |
Canon EOS 300D |
Autofocus Motor | Yes | 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 | 51 | 7 |
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 D7100 |
Canon EOS 300D |
Articulated LCD | Fixed | Fixed |
Screen size | 3,2” | 1,8” |
Screen dots | 1228800 | 118000 |
Touch screen | No | No |
Screen type | Wide Viewing Angle TFT-LCD monitor | N/A |
Live view | Yes | No |
Viewfinder Type | Optical (pentaprism) | Optical (pentamirror) |
Viewfinder Coverage | 100% | 95% |
Viewfinder Magnification | 0.94× | 0.8× (0.5× 35mm equiv.) |
Viewfinder Resolution | N/A | N/A |
Photography features |
Nikon D7100 |
Canon EOS 300D |
Frames per second | 6 fps | 2,5 fps |
Minimum Shutter Speed | 30 seconds | 30 seconds |
Maximum Shutter Speed | 1/8000 seconds | 1/4000 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 Average |
Multi Center Weighted Partial |
Exposure Compensation | +/- 5 (at 1/3 EV, 1/2 EV steps) | +/- 2 (at 1/3 EV steps) |
Videography features |
Nikon D7100 |
Canon EOS 300D |
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 D7100 |
Canon EOS 300D |
Memory Card |
SD/SDHC |
Compact Flash |
Connectivity |
Nikon D7100 |
Canon EOS 300D |
HDMI Output | Yes | No |
Microphone Port | Yes | No |
Headphone Port | Yes | No |
Wireless |
Yes Wireless WR-1 and WR-R10 |
No |
Remote Control |
Yes (Optional, wired MC-DC2 or wireless WR-1 and WR-R10 )
|
Yes (E3 connector, InfraRed) |
GPS |
Yes Optional |
No |
Body & Dimensions |
Nikon D7100 |
Canon EOS 300D |
Enviromentally sealed | Yes | No |
Battery | Battery Pack | Battery Pack |
Battery Details |
Lithium-Ion EN-EL15 rechargeable battery & charger
|
BP-511 Lithium-Ion battery pack
|
Battery Life (CIPA) | 950 shots | 400 shots |
Width | 136 mm | 142 mm |
Height | 107 mm | 99 mm |
Depth | 76 mm | 72 mm |
Weight | 675 gram | 645 gram |