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Canon vs Nikon: who makes the best cameras?
The Canon vs Nikon rivalry has been going on for decades. These two photography powerhouses have long produced cameras for professionals, beginners and everybody in-between, moving from the days of film SLRs to digital DSLRs, and then onto mirrorless. So the question remains, who does it better – Canon or Nikon?
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The camera industry has gone through monumental change in recent years, both in terms of the technology itself and the way people use it to take pictures. The DSLR versus mirrorless camera debate has, at last, come more to a concession that the mirror's days are numbered.
Indeed, Nikon isn't even the number two camera company in the world any more, as Canon is now dueling with Sony for that honor. And the reason is that the best Sony cameras are all mirrorless – and Nikon's molasses-like move to mirrorless cost it significant market share to not only Sony, but other forward-thinking companies like Fujifilm as well.
While Canon and Nikon are both still producing DSLRs, the battleground has now firmly shifted to the mirrorless arena. Nikon has taken the initiative and replaced its flagship camera, the Nikon D6 , with the Nikon Z9, while the Canon EOS-1D X Mark III has been replaced in all but title by the Canon EOS R3 .
After focusing on the full frame arena first and foremost, both brands have also unleashed their APS-C ground forces with cameras like the retro-inspired Nikon Z fc , the vlogging-oriented Nikon Z30 , the wildlife powerhouse Canon EOS R7 and the beginner-friendly Canon EOS R10 .
We’ve split our guide into the following sections: APS-C DSLRs, APS-C mirrorless cameras, full-frame DSLRs and full-frame mirrorless. You can use the buttons at the top of this page to go straight to the section you’re interested in, or just scroll down to browse. We’ve also put in sub-headings for different camera types and price points to help clarify the choices and make your final decision simpler.
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APS-C DSLRs
Cheap as heck DSLRs
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Canon has no competition here. In the Canon EOS Rebel T100 / Canon EOS 4000D , it makes the world’s cheapest DSLR – a camera so cheap it only uses one paint color, has an 18MP sensor we thought we’d seen the last of, and usually comes with a poor non-stabilized Canon EF-S 18-55mm f/3.5-5.6 III kit lens. This is the cheapest DSLR kit you can get, but we think the compromises aren’t worth the saving – you should just spend a bit more and get the far superior Nikon D3500 (below) with its 18-55mm AF-P VR kit lens.
Read more: PhotoPlus: The Canon Magazine
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Good starter DSLRs
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This is what we consider the baseline for a DSLR worth buying, and it’s an interesting choice between the Canon EOS Rebel T7 / Canon EOS 2000D and Nikon D3500 . The Nikon is typically cheaper and, we think, the better camera. We don’t much like the way Canon has chosen to remove the Dual Pixel CMOS AF (is that a strategic or a price decision?) and it’s often sold with the poor EF-S 18-55mm DC III kit lens, so be prepared to shop around and pay a little more to get the better EF-S 18-55mm IS II lens. Likewise with the D3500 – definitely pay a little more to make sure you get the VR version of the Nikon AF-P 18-55mm kit lens.
We're not sure how long the D3500 will carry on – we hear conflicting stories about its retirement and continued availability, so it might be one of those cameras to buy while you still can!
• Read more: Nikon D3500 review | Nikon D3500 vs D3400
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DSLRs for advanced beginners
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If you want an easy to use camera that’s a little more advanced, Canon has this area pretty much sewn up with three different models to choose from.
Our favorite is the EOS Rebel SL3 / Canon EOS 250D , which is small, responsive and shoots 4K. The older Canon Rebel T7i / Canon EOS 800D costs more, doesn’t shoot 4K and hardly seems worth the extra, while its replacement the Canon EOS 850D is an expensive and merely modest improvement. The Canon EOS 77D is designed with more advanced users in mind, but we think you’re better off opting for the Canon EOS 90D if you’ve reached that stage. The Nikon D5600 is cheaper than all of them, and does have a fully articulating rear screen, but it lacks 4K and only has sluggish contrast AF in Live View – but it’s definitely a good buy if neither of those things matter to you, and it matches the Canons for image quality and lens choice.
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DSLRs for enthusiasts and experts
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Canon and Nikon take very different approaches in this sector of the market.
The Canon EOS 90D is like the Leonardo da Vinci of cameras – there’s almost nothing it can’t do (though the Canon EOS R7 is effectively its mirrorless counterpart, if you want to go that route). It has the highest resolution APS-C sensor yet, shoots 4K video, has a continuous shooting speed of 10fps and has a fully articulating rear screen and fast Dual Pixel CMOS AF for Live View and video.
Nikon has two enthusiast / expert cameras, and while neither can match the 90D’s all-round abilities, they have strengths of their own. The Nikon D7500 is sturdy, powerful and affordable, and even when bundled with Nikon’s longer-range 18-140mm kit lens, it’s a lot cheaper. The Nikon D500 has only 20MP to the Canon’s 32.5MP, but it does shoot 4K video and also shoots at 10fps. It’s actually a very different sort of camera, though, designed with professional levels of robustness, Nikon’s best-ever 153-point AF system and a 200-shot continuous shooting buffer capacity that the EOS 90D can’t even approach.
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APS-C mirrorless
Easy APS-C mirrorless cameras
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This used to be an easy open goal for Canon, as Nikon had nothing in this area of the market at all, but now there's the choice of the Nikon Z50 or Nikon Z30 (which, crucially, has no viewfinder).
The Canon EOS M200 is the cheapest option (and, again, lacks a finder), but we find it quite simplistic and tiresome to use, so we’d recommend the super-popular Canon EOS M50 Mark II instead. This combines mini-DSLR styling with 4K video and a fully articulating rear screen.
Be aware that Canon's M-series cameras employ their own mount, EF-M, which is not natively compatible with its EF DSLR or RF mirrorless lenses – though the former can be easily used via official and unofficial adapters. Nikon's APS-C Z cameras employ the same Z-mount as its full-frame mirrorless models, so the larger FX-format lenses will fit. However, a small but (hopefully) ever-increasing number of DX mirrorless lenses are available, to keep the package as small as possible.
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Advanced APS-C mirrorless
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The phrase "style over substance" is generally used by boring people with no sense of style. And it's pure nonsense, as the Nikon Z fc proves yet again that style is substance. Inside it's exactly the same as the 20.
9MP Z50, but it's housed in a gloriously retro-inspired SLR-style body that would be right at home with Fujifilm and Olympus' classic-looking cameras.
That said, if you're looking at APS-C mirrorless then the most powerful option is the magnificent Canon EOS R7 . This Swiss Army Knife camera can handle anything you throw at it, with a high-res 32.5MP sensor, 30fps burst shooting, 4K video that's downsampled from 7K, and twin memory card slots.
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Full frame DSLR
Entry level full frame DSLR
(Image credit: Canon)Canon held the lead in the entry-level full frame DSLR market for quite some time thanks to the Canon EOS 6D Mark II , an exceptionally versatile camera.
Nikon, however, has finally replaced its capable but aging Nikon D750 , which was launched back in 2014, with the Nikon D780 .
The D780 is an exceptional machine that proves there's life in the DSLR yet. It easily outguns the 6D Mark II with uncropped 4K video and much faster continuous shooting speeds. Dual UHS-II card slots and exceptionally good live view autofocus make the D780 a camera that suits even real power users, so as long as you're prepared to spend the extra cash, we think the balance of power in the entry-level full frame DSLR category has shifted slightly Nikon's way, but prices have stayed high, and this is an expensive camera compared to the EOS 6D II.
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Pro full frame DSLR
(Image credit: Canon)Professional users are extremely important to both Canon and Nikon, and both companies have taken a similar line with their high-speed sports cameras. However, at the top of the range one model emerges the clear winner, and that is the Canon EOS-1D X Mark III . This hugely impressive DSLR is packed with futuristic tech like deep-learning AF with astonishing subject detection and tracking, and a Smart Controller that eclipses the traditional joystick. It also finds room for uncropped 4K and CFexpress Type B support, feeling very much like a traditional camera built for the future. The Nikon D6 , meanwhile, is a perfectly fine professional camera, and it makes sense to upgrade if you're already invested in the system, but it's disappointingly unambitious and nowhere near the same class as its rival.
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Canon and Nikon also make everyday workhorse pro cameras, and these are very different.
On paper the Nikon D850 just blows the Canon EOS 5D Mark IV away. It has 45.7MP to the Canon’s 30.4MP, it matches its frame-rate and beats it with the optional Nikon battery grip, it shoots full-width 4K video compared to the Canon’s cropped 4K mode, and the Nikon is typically cheaper. It's basically the reverse of the situation with the 1DX III and the D6 – if you’ve already invested in the Canon system, the 5D IV will do a fine job, but if you’re comparing these two cameras directly, the D850 wins by a mile.
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Full frame mirrorless
Entry level full frame mirrorless
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You don’t need us to tell you that full frame mirrorless cameras are the hottest topic in photography right now, and Canon and Nikon offer two entry-level cameras that are slightly but significantly different.
The 26.2MP Canon EOS RP is designed to be simple, compact and affordable, and its fully articulated screen makes it incredibly versatile for both stills and video – even though the 4K is cropped (as it is on the Z5). The 24.3MP Nikon Z5 is slightly chunkier and heavier, which helpfully accommodates a second card slot (where the RP has one), though it only features a tilting screen. All other specs, from ISO to burst shooting, are much of a much.
TLDR, if a second card slot is more important, go for the Nikon; if a fully articulating screen is more important, Canon is your best bet.
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Advanced full frame mirrorless
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While Nikon adapted its first-generation cameras with twin card slots and twin processors, the Nikon Z6 II and Nikon Z7 II have largely felt like lambs to the slaughter against the Canon EOS R6 and especially the Canon EOS R5 .
Although both Nikon cameras are undeniably very capable cameras, it did feel like the company was wheeling out Rocky Balboa pumped full of PEDs to step into the ring with Tyson Fury. Both Canon's feature the best autofocus we've ever used (we called the Canon EOS R5 a "cheat code" for wildlife photography ) along with blisteringly fast 30fps burst shooting, while the R5 is also equipped for 8K video.
You really can't go wrong with any of these cameras, but the one that gets the most things right is by far the mighty R5.
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Pro full frame mirrorless
While many pros use the R5 and Z7 II as their working tools, neither is actually considered a professional camera by their manufacturers (despite being in many ways perfect pro bodies, much like the 5D and D850 before them). Rather, both brands have designated professional-tier mirrorless cameras – with professional-tier price tags – in the form of the Canon EOS R3 and Nikon Z9 .
Canon resurrected the 3-series product line as a professional stopgap to tide over until the much-anticipated Canon EOS R1, which we think will arrive in 2024 . As such, the R3 isn't officially its flagship camera – though it outguns the 1D X Mark III in virtually every single way, including 6K RAW video and 30fps RAW stills, while adding bleeding-edge tech like an autofocus system that enables you to move focus points with your eyeball.
However, it "only" has a 24.1MP image sensor – though this is actually the ideal Goldilocks resolution for shooting pro sports in the field.
The Z9, meanwhile, opts for a high-res 45.7MP sensor, 8K 60p video, and 20fps RAW stills / 30 fps JPG stills / 120fps 11MB stills. While the sky high resolution doesn't suit pro sports or news workflows, the megapixels are invaluable for non time-sensitive work, while the 8K 60p option isn't found on any other camera in the category.
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Canon vs Nikon: the conclusion
(Image credit: Canon, Nikon)Canon largely dominates the APS-C DSLR and mirrorless market for beginners and hobbyists, if only because of its sheer number of cameras.
Nikon’s DSLR range is competent, but as is the case with both brands it hasn’t seen much development recently – and isn't likely to. Still, both make among the best DSLRs you can get because (apart from Pentax) nobody else makes them.
If you want a mirrorless camera rather than a DSLR, Canon has this won at the entry and enthusiast / advanced level of the market, but for professionals it's very much a needs-based scenario between their respective pro bodies. Still, because many of the best mirrorless cameras come from Fujifilm, Sony, OM System (Olympus) and Panasonic, both manufacturers are facing stiff competition – particularly Nikon, which fell as far as fifth place in the segment.
We don’t have any bias towards one brand or another, but it feels like Nikon is playing catch-up with the rest of the industry. After dragging its heels and falling behind in the transition from DSLR to mirrorless, it leapfrogged pretty much everybody with the technical showcase that is the Z9, but other cameras like the Z5 and Z30 feel rather unambitious – and are lagging behind Canon's alternatives (along with the alternatives from all the other brands).
With both the Nikon Z system and EOS R ecosystems now nicely matured following their launch in 2018, it's all to play for in the mirrorless market. And with Nikon having already played its best hand with the flagship Z9, it's over to Canon to see what it does with the R1…
Read more:
• PhotoPlus: The Canon Magazine
• These are the best Canon cameras today
• We pick the best Nikon cameras to buy
• The best mirrorless cameras right now
• These are the best cameras for professionals
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The editor of Digital Camera World, James has 21 years experience as a magazine and web journalist and started working in the photographic industry in 2014 (as an assistant to Damian McGillicuddy, who succeeded David Bailey as Principal Photographer for Olympus).
In this time he shot for clients as diverse as Aston Martin Racing, Elinchrom and L'Oréal, in addition to shooting campaigns and product testing for Olympus, and providing training for professionals. This has led him to being a go-to expert for camera and lens reviews, photographic and lighting tutorials, as well as industry analysis, news and rumors for publications such as Digital Camera Magazine , PhotoPlus: The Canon Magazine , N-Photo: The Nikon Magazine , Digital Photographer and Professional Imagemaker, as well as hosting workshops and demonstrations at The Photography Show . An Olympus and Canon shooter, he has a wealth of knowledge on cameras of all makes – and a fondness for vintage lenses and instant cameras.
Nikon vs Canon - Which is Best in 2022?
Nikon vs Canon is a popular consideration when buying a DSLR camera. They are the most established brands with the most extensive history in digital photography.
What is the difference between the two brands? Which one is the perfect fit for you? In this Nikon vs Canon article, we will find out!
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The Nikon vs Canon Debate
The debate comes from those photographers wholly devoted to one or the other. As Canon and Nikon are the two most popular and widespread DSLR brands, it is natural that the most significant discussion is around them.
In the golden age of film photography, the Nikon vs Canon debate was much less prominent. There were plenty of excellent cameras, and they all offered something different.
But a lot has changed since we entered the age of digital photography. Now, beginner photographers often choose between either Nikon or Canon cameras. Each has also started producing mirrorless cameras in recent years, slowly threatening to put Sony in second place.
A Real-World Comparison
Both Canon and Nikon have their strongholds in different target niches.
The following sections will discuss the areas where the two brands differ.
Nikon vs Canon—Lenses
One of the biggest reasons why Canon and Nikon are the most popular brands is their compatibility.
Canon’s EF range goes back to 1987. Meanwhile, Nikon’s F-mount lenses began in 1959. That means you have a long list of photography equipment that would still work on your modern digital camera.
The main difference between the two brands is the autofocus. With Canon, all the EOS lenses have autofocus. Meanwhile, only Nikon AF-S lenses have autofocus.
It is also worth noting that even non-AF-S lenses still work on Nikon DSLRs. The only caveat is that you have to focus them manually.
Nikon removed the autofocus motor from their entry-level DSLRs to keep their cameras smaller. This means you cannot use autofocus from older Nikon AF-S lenses if you have an entry-level DSLR.
In contrast, Canon has always had autofocus motors in the lenses, not the bodies.
That means you get to use older lenses with most camera bodies.
The newest Nikon and Canon lenses perform equally well.
If you prefer modern lenses with the latest technology, then consider Canon. Their L-Series’ quality and autofocus are noticeable.
There are more third-party vintage lenses available for Canon, which you can attach to the camera body with adapters.
However, Nikon has its own vintage and manual lenses compatible with their DSLRs. This is not true for Canon.
When it comes to the mirrorless department, Nikon produces fewer lenses. Still, they are lighter and smaller.
Both brands recently started producing lenses meant to go on mirrorless bodies. This puts them in competition with Sony, leading the market with the Alpha series for years.
Nikon vs Canon—Sensors
As with every camera, there are crop and full frame versions of Canon and Nikon.
The term crop factor describes the magnification any particular lens produces when you use it on a crop sensor camera.
This number differs between the two camera brands.
The crop factor of Nikon crop sensor cameras is 1.5x. For Canon, the crop factor is 1.6x.
A larger sensor often means better resolution. The 0.1 crop factor difference between Nikon and Canon may seem insignificant, but since crop sensors are already small, even 0.1 helps your images with a resolution boost.
Smaller sensors also create better “magnification.” If you are a sports photographer, you can quickly turn a 100mm telephoto lens into a 150mm with a Nikon and a 160mm with a Canon body.
Nikon vs Canon—Ease of Use
One of the most crucial factors in the Canon vs Nikon debate is usability. Many consider Canon DSLRs easier to handle, while Nikon takes the lead with mirrorless.
It is all about what feels right to you. When most photographers choose their brand, they often do not switch. After all, getting rid of your equipment is not easy after spending so much on it. Think hard about your preferences before investing.
Nikon vs Canon—Which is the Better Choice For You?
In this section, we collect cameras from Canon and Nikon for different photography levels and purposes.
Entry-Level DSLRs
When it comes to entry-level DSLRs, Canon has a greater palette. The 4000D, 2000D, and the recently released 250D are great examples of what beginner photographers are looking for.
The 250D can shoot 24 MP images and record 4K videos. Plus, it has a Dual Pixel autofocus system while still being affordable.
Besides the great variety, it is also important to consider how well these camera bodies perform.
Nikon steals this department with the D3500, as it outranks its Canon competitors in almost every area.
It offers a 24 MP, 60p video recording resolution and an ISO range of 100 to 25,600. Furthermore, its battery lasts longer (1550 shots). The only drawback is that this body is bigger and less compact than its Canon equivalents.
Mid-Range DSLRs
With the current releases of the 90D and 850D, Canon wins this department.
They keep improving their mid-range bodies, while Nikon only recently came up with two new bodies, D5600 (4 years ago) and D7500 (3 years ago). Also, in Nikon’s case, there were no significant updates compared to the previous generations.
While Canon’s 90D has a 33 MP resolution with a tiltable LCD screen, 11 fps continuous shooting, and 45 cross-type focus points, the D7500 only offers 21 MP, 8 fps, and 15 focus points.
It is also worth mentioning that Canon’s model includes improved modern features, such as a webcam function, focus bracketing, and excellent battery life.
Prosumer DSLRs
This category of Nikon vs Canon is strictly about pro-end APS-C models and beginner full frame cameras.
Canon has not upgraded its upper-end APS-C model called 7D Mark II since its launch in 2014. For this reason, Nikon D500 easily wins this category.
While Nikon’s body offers an ISO range of 100-51,200 (extendable to 102,400 to 1,640,000), Canon sticks to the comfortable ISO 100 to 16,000 (25,600) range.
Also, Nikon has over twice as many focus points as Canon, 99 of which are cross-type. The smaller size and longer battery life are also worth mentioning.
Regarding full frame DSLRs, Canon has the cheapest all-around option, the 6D Mark II. This body was released in 2017 and was a competitor to the universal favorite Nikon D750. But since then, Nikon upgraded the series, coming up with D780 in 2020.
This Nikon camera body outperforms the Canon in every area, from ISO range to video capabilities, image quality, speed, and autofocus accuracy. There is a catch as there is a considerable price gap between the two. For this reason, 6D Mark II remains an affordable and reasonable choice for those looking for a beginner full frame camera.
Top-End DSLRs
In the upper-end full frame cameras, the winner of Nikon vs Canon is not as straightforward. Canon has not upgraded the 5D Mark IV since 2016, while Nikon’s D850 is still the market leader.
If we look at the comparison, we can see why Nikon takes the lead here.
Nikon’s 46 MP (vs Canon’s 30 MP), the huge number of focus points (153), its dynamic range, and bracketing capabilities are all determining features.
On the other hand, looking into the absolute best DSLR cameras, a Canon model wins the competition. The Canon 1DX Mark III vs Nikon D6 debate has been going on since the D6’s 2020 debut. The general conclusion is that Nikon still does not beat the best Canon DSLR.
While their capabilities are close, the 1DX Mark III still excels in some areas. These include video shooting (5.5K resolution with 120 fps), 20 fps continuous shooting, and built-in GPS.
Entry-Level Mirrorless Cameras
This is the area where Nikon is lacking. There is no real Nikon competitor to Canon’s M200.
M200 is a crop sensor entry-level mirrorless camera. It offers 24 MP resolution, an ISO range from 100 to 25,600, 6 fps continuous shooting, and an internal flash.
It includes several technologies you cannot find in older DSLR cameras, such as built-in Wi-Fi, Bluetooth, and a touchscreen.
Mid-Range Mirrorless Cameras
In this range of Nikon vs Canon, there is tight competition between the Canon EOS M6 Mark II and Nikon Z50.
Both bodies offer an APS-C sensor, an adjustable LCD screen, Bluetooth and WiFi connection, and a touchscreen and webcam function. However, there are some areas where the Z50 wins over the M6 Mark II.
It has significantly more focus points (209 as opposed to Canon’s 143). It also has twice as wide an ISO range, a longer flash coverage, and weatherproof sealing.
Top-End Mirrorless Cameras
Like with DSLR top-end cameras, there are different categories in this area with mirrorless.
Canon EOS RP leads the market in the lower end without a real competitor. The Nikon Z6 and Canon R6 compete in the enthusiast full frame mirrorless camera department. The winner here is not so obvious, as the Z6 sensor, handling system, and price are more favorable. On the other hand, the R6 provides better video shooting opportunities and low-light management.
When discussing the best mirrorless camera from these brands, we must mention Canon R5 and Nikon Z7. Here, Canon has a significantly better video and low light management system.
The reason is that Z7 is two years older. Significant improvements in mirrorless cameras have taken place over the past few years.
Nikon is threatening to win both of these categories with the release of Z6 II and Z7 II. Until then, Canon is the camera body to go for if you are looking for the best.
Conclusion
Canon and Nikon are the two most widespread digital photography brands. The debate of Nikon vs Canon has been going on for decades and still does not have a consensus.
Both brands have their strengths and weaknesses. Canon is better when it comes to compatibility. Nikon wins on the mirrorless market.
Our advice is you should not obsess over which brand to choose. Be objective about what you want to achieve in your photography.
Think about your budget and what features you would like to get for it.
Hold both cameras in your hand and listen to your instincts. Which one feels better, more natural, more intuitive? The answer is the right camera for you.
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what is the significant difference, which is better? (Part 1)
Sofia Rozanovskaya
There is a favorite and at the same time hackneyed topic on which I would like to speak. This is a choice and discussion of two direct competitors in the world of High Photography, and the eternal question of the layman is better than nikon or canon ?
I know that how many people have so many opinions, I know how militantly the users of this or that system are set against each other, but I will allow myself to express my opinion on this matter. Especially in recent times, it is acquiring more and more nuances, in connection with the release of new cameras from both companies.
Canon and Nikon both make excellent DSLR cameras that offer fantastic image quality and similar features. Because there are so many similarities between brands, many people think it doesn't matter which brand you end up choosing. I believe that in the right hands, any of them will show great results, but there are important differences between these brands that may affect your decision which camera to buy.
Which is better nikon or canon ? Within the framework of this article, we will not discuss the advantages of SLR cameras from other brands, which, by the way, can sometimes be even better than Canon and Nikon in some ways. At various times I worked with Sony, Pentax and some other brands. They make good cameras, but the only reason we won't discuss them today is that over 90% of the people who read this site today use Canon or Nikon cameras. I think another time, we will burn about other brands.
Nikon DSLR Advantages:
Good quality in low light.
Over the past two years, few would argue that Nikon generally has superior low-light photo quality than comparable Canon cameras.
- Number of AF points. Most people will agree with me, most Nikon cameras have more autofocus points than their Canon counterparts. When you hold a camera in your hands, you will understand how important this is. Sometimes the low number of autofocus points on Canon cameras won't let you focus where you want, forcing the photographer to change the focus point and then the composition.
- Flash control . For a long time Nikon was in the lead, but today Canon is catching up with him in this parameter.
- Larger APS-C sensor. The Nikon uses a larger digital camera sensor in its cameras, which even with fewer pixels gives a sharper picture. This applies to non-full frame cameras. For Nikon, these are all DSLRs except D3, D3S, D3X, D4, D700 and D800; For Canon, these are the EOS 600D, Canon EOS 550D, 500D, 1000D, 450D, 400D, 350D, 300D, 60D, 50D, 40D, 30D, 20Da, 20D, 10D, 7D, D60, D30 models.
- Attention to small details . A moot point, but still. It is believed that Nikon is more friendly, in terms of additional amenities and the presence of pleasant little things on the camera, to the user.
Advantages of Canon SLR cameras:
- Video . It's pointless to discuss, but go to vimeo. Almost all the best shots are taken with Canon. Nikon is starting to catch on with 1080p video and a good autofocus system in the latest models, but still lags far behind Canon in this aspect. Canon DSLRs offer great frame rates.
- Price . Nikon cameras and lenses are often a bit more expensive than those from Canon. Obviously there are exceptions, but if you look at the range of DSLRs and popular lenses, Nikons typically cost around 8-10% more than comparable Canons. I think it's the difference in price that is the reason why more people use Canon.
- Number of megapixels .
Most photographers put a lot of emphasis on this, because it's convenient to be able to work with a lot of megapixels. Canon is usually slightly ahead in terms of pixel count. - Availability . When Canon announces a new camera, you can expect to get your hands on it within a short period of time. When Nikon announces a new camera or lens (especially more expensive models) it often takes 4 to 6 months.
- Motor! All modern Canon lenses have built-in motors. Nikon is a little different, and you may have to overpay for a lens with a motor later, and lenses do not always fit cameras.
- I came across the fact that it is easier for Canon to buy an adapter than for Nikon to use Soviet lenses, which I have a lot of and with which I really wanted to experiment.
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Canon is a much more global company than Nikon. Canon makes printers, cameras, video equipment, binoculars, calculators and more. Nikon, a company with a completely different approach to business. It focuses almost exclusively on cameras (although they also make sports optics and scanners). This factor does not give either of them an additional advantage, but indicates the difference in the views of the two corporations on business. Canon may have the advantage of greater resources given the size and capabilities of the huge company. Nikon can have the advantage of focusing on one core product rather than squandering their talents on small things.
Prevalence and coolness of the brand. Perhaps Canon's famous oversized cream lenses are more memorable than Nikon's black telephoto lenses. But this does not affect the quality in any way, sports photographers use both.
Canon claims that white lenses are not really fashionable, but just an engineering solution to reduce the temperature of the camera in the sun. The statement is debatable, but the fact is that the cream tint of L-lenses makes them more noticeable and famous.
Entry level cameras.
Canon and Nikon have very good entry-level DSLRs. I know what it's like to choose your first DSLR. Especially if the budget is limited. In general, it is difficult to recommend something, as the lines are constantly updated and something newer and more interesting comes out. However, I once settled on Nikon. I can’t say that everything was cloudless, and there was even a repair (factory marriage). But I'm still happy with this brand. The only thing I can say is that it is better to take the carcass (body) in the store, and not from the hands.
Because the presence of a factory warranty will save you from unexpected expenses in the event of a marriage or breakdown. And they happen to both companies. SLR cameras are generally very “gentle”, and it happens that they break, no matter how sad it is.
I think after all the comparisons you will understand that both are better :) But you need to choose so that your soul and hand lie to your camera. I want to say to novice photographers that you should not think that an expensive camera works wonders and all pictures are magical. This is not true. The Photographer creates miracles, and the camera only helps him in this.
Another misconception is that standard kit lenses can't shoot well. Maybe!
And one more thing... From my personal observations. Canon and Nikon have quite different color reproduction. Nikon's colors are more natural, Canon's are more saturated, bright, and contrasty. Green lawn at Canon will be juicier, but skin tones are less natural. This is all solved when processing photos, but still it has a place to be.
For beginner photographers I would recommend:
- Nikon D3X00 series with Kit 18-55 VR (or VR II) lens. VR stands for stabilizer inside the lens, which is very good when shooting without a tripod. It is absolutely wonderful if the kit comes with a Kit 18-105 VR or Kit 18-140 VR lens. They will initially give you more opportunities for creativity. At the same time, buying a Kit lens as a kit is always much more profitable than buying a lens and a carcass separately. These include Nikon D3100 (out of production), D3200, D3300, D3400. If possible, take the model that came out last. Usually, it takes into account the shortcomings of the previous ones, and adds new "buns".
- Nikon D5X00 series cameras will be a higher level. These are Nikon D5200 (out of production), D5300, D5500. You can see how the models differ on the official Nikon website. As for the lenses, everything is exactly the same as for the Nikon D3X00.
Among Canon, pay attention to these models:
- Canon EOS 1200D.
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