Canon 300D vs 50D
The Canon EOS 300D (called Canon Rebel in some regions) and the Canon EOS 50D are two digital cameras that were officially introduced, respectively, in August 2003 and August 2008. Both are DSLR (Digital Single Lens Reflex) cameras that are equipped with an APS-C sensor. The 300D has a resolution of 6.3 megapixels, whereas the 50D provides 15.1 MP. Read on to find out how these two cameras compare with respect to their body size, their sensors, their features, their input-output connections, and their reception by expert reviewers.
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Canon 300D | Canon 50D | |
Digital single lens reflex | Digital single lens reflex | |
Canon EF mount lenses | Canon EF mount lenses | |
6.3 MP, APS-C Sensor | 15.1 MP, APS-C Sensor | |
no Video | no Video | |
ISO 100-1600 | ISO 100-3200 (100-12800) | |
Optical viewfinder | Optical viewfinder | |
1.8" LCD, 118k dots | 3.0" LCD, 920k dots | |
Fixed screen (not touch-sensitive) | Fixed screen (not touch-sensitive) | |
2.5 shutter flaps per second | 6.3 shutter flaps per second | |
Not weather sealed | Weathersealed body | |
400 shots per battery charge | 800 shots per battery charge | |
142 x 99 x 72 mm, 649 g | 146 x 108 x 74 mm, 822 g |
Body comparison: Canon 300D vs 50D
An illustration of the physical size and weight of the Canon 300D and the Canon 50D is provided in the side-by-side display below. The two cameras are presented according to their relative size. Three consecutive views from the front, the top, and the rear side are shown. All width, height and depth dimensions are rounded to the nearest millimeter.



If the front view area (width x height) of the cameras is taken as an aggregate measure of their size, the Canon 50D is notably larger (12 percent) than the Canon 300D. Moreover, the 50D is markedly heavier (27 percent) than the 300D. It is noteworthy in this context that the 50D is splash and dust-proof, while the 300D does not feature any corresponding weather-sealing.
The above size and weight comparisons are to some extent incomplete since they do not consider the interchangeable lenses that both of these cameras require. In this particular case, both cameras feature the same lens mount, so that they can use the same lenses. You can compare the optics available in the Canon EF Lens Catalog.
Concerning battery life, the 300D gets 400 shots out of its BP-511 battery, while the 50D can take 800 images on a single charge of its BP-511A power pack.
The adjacent table lists the principal physical characteristics of the two cameras alongside a wider set of alternatives. If you would like to visualize and compare a different camera combination, just use the right or left arrows in the table to switch to the respective camera. Alternatively, you can also navigate to the CAM-parator app and make your selection from the full list of cameras there.
Camera Model |
Camera Width |
Camera Height |
Camera Depth |
Camera Weight |
Battery Life (CIPA) |
Weather Sealing (yes/no) |
Camera Launch (announced) |
Launch Price (USD) |
Street Price (USD) |
Used Price (USD) |
Camera Model |
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Canon 300D» | 142 mm | 99 mm | 72 mm | 649 g | 400 | n | Aug 2003 | 899 | - | Canon 300D | ||
Canon 50D« | 146 mm | 108 mm | 74 mm | 822 g | 800 | Y | Aug 2008 | 1,299 | - | Canon 50D | ||
Canon 77D« » | 131 mm | 100 mm | 76 mm | 540 g | 600 | n | Feb 2017 | 899 | Canon 77D | |||
Canon 80D« » | 139 mm | 105 mm | 79 mm | 730 g | 960 | Y | Feb 2016 | 1,199 | Canon 80D | |||
Canon G1 X Mark II« » | 116 mm | 74 mm | 66 mm | 553 g | 240 | n | Feb 2014 | 799 | Canon G1 X Mark II | |||
Canon 70D« » | 139 mm | 104 mm | 79 mm | 755 g | 920 | Y | Jul 2013 | 1,199 | - | Canon 70D | ||
Canon 700D« » | 133 mm | 100 mm | 79 mm | 580 g | 440 | n | Mar 2013 | 649 | - | Canon 700D | ||
Canon 650D« » | 133 mm | 100 mm | 79 mm | 575 g | 440 | n | Jun 2012 | 849 | - | Canon 650D | ||
Canon G1 X« » | 117 mm | 81 mm | 65 mm | 534 g | 250 | n | Jan 2012 | 799 | - | Canon G1 X | ||
Canon 60D« » | 145 mm | 106 mm | 79 mm | 755 g | 1100 | Y | Aug 2010 | 1,399 | - | Canon 60D | ||
Canon 7D« » | 148 mm | 111 mm | 74 mm | 860 g | 800 | Y | Sep 2009 | 1,699 | - | Canon 7D | ||
Canon 40D« » | 146 mm | 108 mm | 74 mm | 822 g | 750 | n | Aug 2007 | 1,299 | - | Canon 40D | ||
Canon 400D« » | 127 mm | 84 mm | 65 mm | 556 g | 370 | n | Aug 2006 | 799 | - | Canon 400D | ||
Canon 350D« » | 127 mm | 94 mm | 64 mm | 540 g | 400 | n | Feb 2005 | 899 | - | Canon 350D | ||
Canon 20D« » | 144 mm | 106 mm | 72 mm | 770 g | 700 | n | Aug 2004 | 1,499 | - | Canon 20D | ||
Canon 10D« » | 150 mm | 107 mm | 75 mm | 850 g | 500 | n | Feb 2003 | 1,999 | - | Canon 10D | ||
Nikon D70« » | 140 mm | 111 mm | 78 mm | 679 g | 400 | n | Jan 2004 | 999 | - | Nikon D70 | ||
Any camera decision will naturally be influenced heavily by the price. The manufacturer’s suggested retail prices give an idea on the placement of the camera in the maker’s lineup and the broader market. The 300D was launched at a markedly lower price (by 31 percent) than the 50D, which puts it into a different market segment. Usually, retail prices stay at first close to the launch price, but after several months, discounts become available. Later in the product cycle and, in particular, when the replacement model is about to appear, further discounting and stock clearance sales often push the camera price considerably down. Then, after the new model is out, very good deals can frequently be found on the pre-owned market.
Sensor comparison: Canon 300D vs 50D
The size of the imaging sensor is a crucial determinant of image quality. All other things equal, a large sensor will have larger individual pixel-units that offer better low-light sensitivity, wider dynamic range, and richer color-depth than smaller pixels in a sensor of the same technological generation. Further, a large sensor camera will give the photographer additional creative options when using shallow depth-of-field to isolate a subject from its background. On the downside, larger sensors are more costly to manufacture and tend to lead to bigger and heavier cameras and lenses.
Both cameras under consideration feature an APS-C sensor, but their sensors differ slightly in size. The sensor area in the 50D is 3 percent smaller. They nevertheless have the same format factor of 1.6. Both cameras have a native aspect ratio (sensor width to sensor height) of 3:2.
Technology-wise, the 50D uses a more advanced image processing engine (DIGIC 4) than the 300D (DIGIC), with benefits for noise reduction, color accuracy, and processing speed.

Despite having a slightly smaller sensor, the 50D offers a higher resolution of 15.1 megapixels, compared with 6.3 MP of the 300D. This megapixels advantage comes at the cost of a higher pixel density and a smaller size of the individual pixel (with a pixel pitch of 4.69μm versus 7.38μm for the 300D). However, it should be noted that the 50D is much more recent (by 5 years) than the 300D, and its sensor will have benefitted from technological advances during this time that make it possible to gather light more efficiently.
The Canon EOS 300D has a native sensitivity range from ISO 100 to ISO 1600 The corresponding ISO settings for the Canon EOS 50D are ISO 100 to ISO 3200, with the possibility to increase the ISO range to 100-12800..

Since 2007, DXO Mark has published sensor performance measurements that have been derived using a consistent methodology. This service is based on lab testing and assigns an overall score to each camera sensor, as well as ratings for dynamic range ("DXO Landscape"), color depth ("DXO Portrait"), and low-light sensitivity ("DXO Sports"). Of the two cameras under consideration, the 50D has a markedly higher DXO score than the 300D (overall score 8 points higher), which will translate into better image quality. The advantage is based on 0.8 bits higher color depth, 0.6 EV in additional dynamic range, and 0.4 stops in additional low light sensitivity. The following table provides an overview of the physical sensor characteristics, as well as the sensor quality measurements for a selection of comparators.
Camera Model |
Sensor Class |
Resolution (MP) |
Horiz. Pixels |
Vert. Pixels |
Video Format |
DXO Portrait |
DXO Landscape |
DXO Sports |
DXO Overall |
Camera Model |
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Canon 300D» | APS-C | 6.3 | 3072 | 2048 | - | 21.0 | 10.8 | 544 | 55 | Canon 300D | |
Canon 50D« | APS-C | 15.1 | 4752 | 3168 | - | 21.8 | 11.4 | 696 | 63 | Canon 50D | |
Canon 77D« » | APS-C | 24.0 | 6000 | 4000 | 1080/60p | 23.6 | 13.3 | 971 | 78 | Canon 77D | |
Canon 80D« » | APS-C | 24.0 | 6000 | 4000 | 1080/60p | 23.6 | 13.2 | 1135 | 79 | Canon 80D | |
Canon G1 X Mark II« » | 1.5-inch | 13.0 | 4160 | 3120 | 1080/30p | 21.5 | 10.8 | 581 | 58 | Canon G1 X Mark II | |
Canon 70D« » | APS-C | 20.0 | 5472 | 3648 | 1080/30p | 22.5 | 11.6 | 926 | 68 | Canon 70D | |
Canon 700D« » | APS-C | 17.9 | 5184 | 3456 | 1080/30p | 21.7 | 11.2 | 681 | 61 | Canon 700D | |
Canon 650D« » | APS-C | 17.9 | 5184 | 3456 | 1080/30p | 21.7 | 11.2 | 722 | 62 | Canon 650D | |
Canon G1 X« » | 1.5-inch | 14.2 | 4352 | 3264 | 1080/24p | 21.7 | 10.8 | 644 | 60 | Canon G1 X | |
Canon 60D« » | APS-C | 17.9 | 5184 | 3456 | 1080/30p | 22.2 | 11.5 | 813 | 66 | Canon 60D | |
Canon 7D« » | APS-C | 17.9 | 5184 | 3456 | 1080/30p | 22.0 | 11.7 | 854 | 66 | Canon 7D | |
Canon 40D« » | APS-C | 10.1 | 3888 | 2592 | - | 22.1 | 11.3 | 703 | 64 | Canon 40D | |
Canon 400D« » | APS-C | 10.1 | 3888 | 2592 | - | 22.1 | 11.0 | 664 | 62 | Canon 400D | |
Canon 350D« » | APS-C | 8.0 | 3456 | 2304 | - | 21.8 | 10.8 | 637 | 60 | Canon 350D | |
Canon 20D« » | APS-C | 8.2 | 3504 | 2336 | - | 21.9 | 11.0 | 721 | 62 | Canon 20D | |
Canon 10D« » | APS-C | 6.3 | 3072 | 2048 | - | 21.1 | 10.9 | 571 | 57 | Canon 10D | |
Nikon D70« » | APS-C | 6.0 | 3008 | 2000 | - | 20.4 | 10.3 | 529 | 50 | Nikon D70 |
Feature comparison: Canon 300D vs 50D
Apart from body and sensor, cameras can and do differ across a range of features. The 300D and the 50D are similar in the sense that both have an optical viewfinder. The latter is useful for getting a clear image for framing even in brightly lit environments. The adjacent table lists some of the other core features of the Canon 300D and Canon 50D along with similar information for a selection of comparators.
Camera Model |
Viewfinder (Type or '000 dots) |
Control Panel (yes/no) |
LCD Size (inch) |
LCD Resolution ('000 dots) |
LCD Attach- ment |
Touch Screen (yes/no) |
Shutter speed (1/sec) |
Shutter flaps (1/sec) |
Built-in Flash (yes/no) |
Built-in Image Stab |
Camera Model |
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Canon 300D» | optical | n | 1.8 | 118 | fixed | n | 4000 | 2.5 | Y | n | Canon 300D | |
Canon 50D« | optical | Y | 3.0 | 920 | fixed | n | 8000 | 6.3 | Y | n | Canon 50D | |
Canon 77D« » | optical | Y | 3.0 | 1040 | swivel | Y | 4000 | 6.0 | Y | n | Canon 77D | |
Canon 80D« » | optical | Y | 3.0 | 1040 | swivel | Y | 8000 | 7.0 | Y | n | Canon 80D | |
Canon G1 X Mark II« » | - | n | 3.0 | 1040 | tilting | Y | 4000 | 5.2 | Y | Y | Canon G1 X Mark II | |
Canon 70D« » | optical | Y | 3.0 | 1040 | swivel | Y | 8000 | 7.0 | Y | n | Canon 70D | |
Canon 700D« » | optical | n | 3.0 | 1040 | swivel | Y | 4000 | 5.0 | Y | n | Canon 700D | |
Canon 650D« » | optical | n | 3.0 | 1040 | swivel | Y | 4000 | 5.0 | Y | n | Canon 650D | |
Canon G1 X« » | optical | n | 3.0 | 922 | Swivel | n | 4000 | 1.9 | Y | Y | Canon G1 X | |
Canon 60D« » | optical | Y | 3.0 | 1040 | swivel | n | 8000 | 5.3 | Y | n | Canon 60D | |
Canon 7D« » | optical | Y | 3.0 | 920 | fixed | n | 8000 | 8.0 | Y | n | Canon 7D | |
Canon 40D« » | optical | Y | 3.0 | 230 | fixed | n | 8000 | 6.5 | Y | n | Canon 40D | |
Canon 400D« » | optical | n | 2.5 | 230 | fixed | n | 4000 | 3.0 | Y | n | Canon 400D | |
Canon 350D« » | optical | n | 1.8 | 115 | fixed | n | 4000 | 3.0 | Y | n | Canon 350D | |
Canon 20D« » | optical | Y | 1.8 | 118 | fixed | n | 8000 | 5.0 | Y | n | Canon 20D | |
Canon 10D« » | optical | Y | 1.8 | 118 | fixed | n | 4000 | 3.0 | Y | n | Canon 10D | |
Nikon D70« » | optical | n | 1.8 | 130 | fixed | n | 8000 | 3.0 | Y | n | Nikon D70 |
One feature that is present on the 50D, but is missing on the 300D is a top-level LCD. While being, of course, smaller than the rear screen, the control panel conveys some of the essential shooting information and can be convenient for quick and easy settings verification.
Concerning the storage of imaging data, both the 300D and the 50D write their files to Compact Flash cards.
Connectivity comparison: Canon 300D vs 50D
For some imaging applications, the extent to which a camera can communicate with its environment can be an important aspect in the camera decision process. The table below provides an overview of the connectivity of the Canon EOS 300D and Canon EOS 50D and, in particular, the interfaces the cameras (and selected comparators) provide for accessory control and data transfer.
Camera Model |
Hotshoe Port |
Internal Microphone |
Internal Speaker |
Microphone Port |
Headphone Port |
HDMI Port |
USB Type |
WiFi Support |
NFC Support |
Bluetooth Support |
Camera Model |
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Canon 300D» | Y | - | - | - | - | - | 1.1 | - | - | - | Canon 300D | |
Canon 50D« | Y | - | - | - | - | mini | 2.0 | - | - | - | Canon 50D | |
Canon 77D« » | Y | stereo | mono | Y | - | mini | 2.0 | Y | Y | Y | Canon 77D | |
Canon 80D« » | Y | stereo | mono | Y | Y | mini | 2.0 | Y | Y | - | Canon 80D | |
Canon G1 X Mark II« » | Y | stereo | mono | - | - | mini | 2.0 | Y | Y | - | Canon G1 X Mark II | |
Canon 70D« » | Y | stereo | mono | Y | - | mini | 2.0 | Y | - | - | Canon 70D | |
Canon 700D« » | Y | stereo | mono | Y | - | mini | 2.0 | - | - | - | Canon 700D | |
Canon 650D« » | Y | stereo | mono | Y | - | mini | 2.0 | - | - | - | Canon 650D | |
Canon G1 X« » | Y | stereo | mono | - | - | mini | 2.0 | - | - | - | Canon G1 X | |
Canon 60D« » | Y | mono | mono | Y | - | mini | 2.0 | - | - | - | Canon 60D | |
Canon 7D« » | Y | mono | - | Y | - | mini | 2.0 | - | - | - | Canon 7D | |
Canon 40D« » | Y | - | - | - | - | - | 2.0 | - | - | - | Canon 40D | |
Canon 400D« » | Y | - | - | - | - | - | 2.0 | - | - | - | Canon 400D | |
Canon 350D« » | Y | - | - | - | - | - | 2.0 | - | - | - | Canon 350D | |
Canon 20D« » | Y | - | - | - | - | - | 1.1 | - | - | - | Canon 20D | |
Canon 10D« » | Y | - | - | - | - | - | 1.1 | - | - | - | Canon 10D | |
Nikon D70« » | Y | - | - | - | - | - | 1.0 | - | - | - | Nikon D70 |
Studio photographers will appreciate that the Canon 50D (unlike the 300D) features a PC Sync socket, so that professional strobe lights can be controlled by the camera.
Both the 300D and the 50D have been discontinued, but can regularly be found used on eBay. The 300D was replaced by the Canon 350D, while the 50D was followed by the Canon 60D.
Review summary: Canon 300D vs 50D
So what conclusions can be drawn? Is the Canon 300D better than the Canon 50D or vice versa? Below is a summary of the relative strengths of each of the two contestants.
Arguments in favor of the Canon EOS 300D:
- More compact: Is smaller (142x99mm vs 146x108mm) and thus needs less room in the bag.
- Less heavy: Is lighter (by 173g or 21 percent) and hence easier to carry around.
- More affordable: Was introduced into a lower priced category (31 percent cheaper at launch).
- More heavily discounted: Has been available for much longer (launched in August 2003).
Advantages of the Canon EOS 50D:
- More detail: Has more megapixels (15.1 vs 6.3MP), which boosts linear resolution by 55%.
- Better image quality: Scores markedly higher (8 points) in the DXO overall evaluation.
- More dynamic range: Captures a broader range of light and dark details (0.6 EV of extra DR).
- Better low-light sensitivity: Can shoot in dim conditions (0.4 stops ISO advantage).
- Better jpgs: Has a more modern image processing engine (DIGIC 4 vs DIGIC).
- Easier setting verification: Features a control panel on top to check shooting parameters.
- Larger screen: Has a bigger rear LCD (3.0" vs 1.8") for image review and settings control.
- More detailed LCD: Has a higher resolution rear screen (920k vs 118k dots).
- Faster shutter: Has higher mechanical shutter speed (8000/sec vs 4000/sec) to freeze action.
- Faster burst: Shoots at higher frequency (6.3 vs 2.5 flaps/sec) to capture the decisive moment.
- Longer lasting: Gets more shots (800 versus 400) out of a single battery charge.
- Better sealing: Is splash and dust sealed for shooting in inclement weather conditions.
- Faster data transfer: Supports a more advanced USB protocol (2.0 vs 1.1).
- Better studio light control: Has a PC Sync socket to connect to professional strobe lights.
- More modern: Reflects 5 years of technical progress since the 300D launch.
If the count of individual advantages (bullet points above) is taken as a guide, the 50D is the clear winner of the contest (15 : 4 points). However, the relative importance of the various individual camera aspects will vary according to personal preferences and needs, so that you might like to apply corresponding weights to the particular features before making a decision on a new camera.
In any case, while the comparison of technical specifications can provide a useful overview of the capabilities of different cameras, it says nothing about, for example, the handling, responsiveness, and overall imaging quality of the 300D and the 50D in practical situations. User reviews that are available, for instance, at amazon can sometimes shed light on these issues, but such feedback is all too often partial, inconsistent, and inaccurate.
Expert reviews: Canon 300D vs 50D
This is why expert reviews are important. The adjacent table relays the overall verdicts of several of the most popular camera review sites (cameralabs, dpreview, ephotozine, imaging-resource, photographyblog). You can find the full text of the reviews by clicking on the site logo in the table header.
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Camera Launch (announced) |
Launch Price (USD) |
Street Price (USD) |
Used Price (USD) |
Camera Model |
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Canon 300D» | - | HiRec | - | rev | - | Aug 2003 | 899 | - | Canon 300D | ||
Canon 50D« | HiRec | HiRec | 4.5/5 | 5/5 | 4.5/5 | Aug 2008 | 1,299 | - | Canon 50D | ||
Canon 77D« » | - | 82/100 | 4.5/5 | 4.5/5 | 4/5 | Feb 2017 | 899 | Canon 77D | |||
Canon 80D« » | HiRec | 84/100 | 4.5/5 | 4.5/5 | 4.5/5 | Feb 2016 | 1,199 | Canon 80D | |||
Canon G1 X Mark II« » | Rec | 77/100 | 4/5 | 4/5 | 4.5/5 | Feb 2014 | 799 | Canon G1 X Mark II | |||
Canon 70D« » | HiRec | 83/100 | 4.5/5 | 4.5/5 | 5/5 | Jul 2013 | 1,199 | - | Canon 70D | ||
Canon 700D« » | - | 76/100 | 4.5/5 | 4.5/5 | 4.5/5 | Mar 2013 | 649 | - | Canon 700D | ||
Canon 650D« » | HiRec | 77/100 | 4.5/5 | 4.5/5 | 4.5/5 | Jun 2012 | 849 | - | Canon 650D | ||
Canon G1 X« » | Rec | 76/100 | 4/5 | 4/5 | 4.5/5 | Jan 2012 | 799 | - | Canon G1 X | ||
Canon 60D« » | Rec | 79/100 | 4/5 | 5/5 | 4.5/5 | Aug 2010 | 1,399 | - | Canon 60D | ||
Canon 7D« » | HiRec | 84/100 | 4.5/5 | 5/5 | 4.5/5 | Sep 2009 | 1,699 | - | Canon 7D | ||
Canon 40D« » | HiRec | HiRec | 4.5/5 | rev | 4.5/5 | Aug 2007 | 1,299 | - | Canon 40D | ||
Canon 400D« » | HiRec | HiRec | rev | 4.5/5 | 4/5 | Aug 2006 | 799 | - | Canon 400D | ||
Canon 350D« » | 80/100 | HiRec | rev | rev | - | Feb 2005 | 899 | - | Canon 350D | ||
Canon 20D« » | - | HiRec | - | rev | - | Aug 2004 | 1,499 | - | Canon 20D | ||
Canon 10D« » | - | HiRec | - | rev | - | Feb 2003 | 1,999 | - | Canon 10D | ||
Nikon D70« » | - | HiRec | - | rev | - | Jan 2004 | 999 | - | Nikon D70 |
The review scores listed above should be treated with care, though. The assessments were made in relation to similar cameras of the same technological generation. Thus, a score needs to be put into the context of the launch date and the launch price of the camera, and comparisons of ratings among very different cameras or across long time periods have little meaning. It should also be noted that some of the review sites have over time altered the way they render their verdicts.
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Specifications: Canon 300D vs Canon 50D
Camera Model | Canon 300D | Canon 50D |
Camera Type | Digital single lens reflex | Digital single lens reflex |
Camera Lens | Canon EF mount lenses | Canon EF mount lenses |
Launch Date | August 2003 | August 2008 |
Launch Price | USD 899 | USD 1299 |
Sensor Specs | ||
Sensor Technology | CMOS | CMOS |
Sensor Format | APS-C Sensor | APS-C Sensor |
Sensor Size | 22.7 x 15.1 mm | 22.3 x 15.1 mm |
Sensor Area | 342.77 mm2 | 332.27 mm2 |
Sensor Diagonal | 27.3 mm | 26.8 mm |
Crop Factor | 1.6x | 1.6x |
Sensor Resolution | 6.3 Megapixels | 15.1 Megapixels |
Image Resolution | 3072 x 2048 pixels | 4752 x 3168 pixels |
Pixel Pitch | 7.38 μm | 4.69 μm |
Pixel Density | 1.84 MP/cm2 | 4.53 MP/cm2 |
Moiré control | Anti-Alias filter | Anti-Alias filter |
Movie Capability | no Video | no Video |
ISO Setting | 100-1600 ISO | 100-3200 ISO |
ISO Boost | no Enhancement | 100-12800 ISO |
Image Processor | DIGIC | DIGIC 4 |
DXO Sensor Quality (score) | 55 | 63 |
DXO Color Depth (bits) | 21.0 | 21.8 |
DXO Dynamic Range (EV) | 10.8 | 11.4 |
DXO Low Light (ISO) | 544 | 696 |
Screen Specs | ||
Viewfinder Type | Optical viewfinder | Optical viewfinder |
Viewfinder Field of View | 95% | 95% |
Viewfinder Magnification | 0.55x | 0.59x |
Top-Level Screen | no Top Display | Control Panel |
LCD Framing | n/a | Live View |
Rear LCD Size | 1.8 inch | 3.0 inch |
LCD Resolution | 118k dots | 920k dots |
LCD Attachment | Fixed screen | Fixed screen |
Shooting Specs | ||
Autofocus System | Phase-detect AF | Phase-detect AF |
Maximum Shutter Speed | 1/4000s | 1/8000s |
Continuous Shooting | 2.5 shutter flaps/s | 6.3 shutter flaps/s |
Fill Flash | Build-in Flash | Build-in Flash |
Storage Medium | CF cards | CF cards |
Second Storage Option | Single card slot | Single card slot |
Connectivity Specs | ||
External Flash | Hotshoe | Hotshoe |
Studio Flash | no PC Sync | PC Sync socket |
USB Connector | USB 1.1 | USB 2.0 |
HDMI Port | no HDMI | mini HDMI |
Wifi Support | no Wifi | no Wifi |
Body Specs | ||
Environmental Sealing | Not weather sealed | Weathersealed body |
Battery Type | BP-511 power pack | BP-511A power pack |
Battery Life (CIPA) | 400 shots per charge | 800 shots per charge |
Body Dimensions |
142 x 99 x 72 mm (5.6 x 3.9 x 2.8 in) |
146 x 108 x 74 mm (5.7 x 4.3 x 2.9 in) |
Camera Weight | 649 g (22.9 oz) | 822 g (29.0 oz) |
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