Nikon D3000 vs Canon EOS Kiss X9i

This is a full comparison between the cameras Nikon D3000 and Canon EOS Kiss X9i. We compare them by looking at the categories you see below.

Manufacturing

Nikon D3000 is manufacturered by Nikon but Canon EOS Kiss X9i is from Canon. Both Nikon and Canon are well known brands though.

Nikon D3000 were released 2009 and Canon EOS Kiss X9i was released 2017. That is a 8 years difference. In tech, this period can be of interest since technology is always improving, etc.

Camera Released
Nikon D3000 2009
Canon EOS Kiss X9i 2017

Type of camera

Both these cameras are DSLR cameras. No difference there.

Sensors / crop factor

These cameras have different sensors. Nikon D3000 has a "Nikon DX"-sensor while Canon EOS Kiss X9i 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 D3000 75 mm
Nikon DX sensor
Crop factor/focal length multiplier by * 1.5
Canon EOS Kiss X9i 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 D3000 has a 10,2 MP (Megapixels) resolution while Canon EOS Kiss X9i has 24 MP. If we break down this in more detail this is the data behind the numbers:

Camera Megapixels
Nikon D3000 10,2 MP
10036224 pixels
3872 x 2592
Canon EOS Kiss X9i 24 MP
24000000 pixels
6000 x 4000

Canon EOS Kiss X9i has a 139 % larger resolution than Nikon D3000. 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 Kiss X9i has a larger ISO-range than Nikon D3000. Canon EOS Kiss X9i has an ISO range that stretches from 100 to 25600 while Nikon D3000 has 100 to 3200.

Camera ISO Range
Nikon D3000 100-3200
Canon EOS Kiss X9i 100-25600

Autofocus and lens compatibility

There is a big difference between these two cameras. Canon EOS Kiss X9i has a built-in autofocus motor but Nikon D3000 does not. If you want to be able to use autofocus on Nikon D3000 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 D3000
Lens compatibility chart for Canon EOS Kiss X9i

Pictures per second

Depending on what you are shooting the FPS, or frames/pictures per second, can definitely be of interest. Nikon D3000 can shoot up to 3 pictures per seconds and Canon EOS Kiss X9i can shoot up to 6 pictures per seconds.

Camera FPS (Frames per second)
Nikon D3000 3
Canon EOS Kiss X9i 6

Ability to record movies

It is becoming more and more popular to record movies with digital cameras.

It is only one of these two cameras that support recording movies and movie clips and that is Canon EOS Kiss X9i. Sadly, the Nikon D3000 does not support this.

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 D3000 weighs 536 gr (equal to 1.18 lb) which is 1% heavier than Canon EOS Kiss X9i and its 532 gr (or 1.17 lb).

Camera Weight
Nikon D3000 536 gr
1.18 lb
Canon EOS Kiss X9i 532 gr
1.17 lb

Nikon D3000 vs Canon EOS Kiss X9i Specs

Below you will find the complete and detailed technical specs for both Nikon D3000 and Canon EOS Kiss X9i, 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 D3000
Canon EOS Kiss X9i
Name Nikon D3000 Canon EOS Kiss X9i
Manufacturer Nikon Canon
Release Date and Price
Nikon D3000
Canon EOS Kiss X9i
Release Year 2009 2017
Release Date 2009-07-30 2017-02-15
MSRP 599 USD 749 USD
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Camera Type
Nikon D3000
Canon EOS Kiss X9i
Camera Type DSLR DSLR
Sensor
Nikon D3000
Canon EOS Kiss X9i
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 CCD CMOS
Resolution 3872 x 2592 pixels 6000 x 4000 pixels
Megapixels 10,2 MP 24 MP
Image Processor EXPEED DIGIC 7
Image
Nikon D3000
Canon EOS Kiss X9i
ISO Range 100 - 3200 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 D3000
Canon EOS Kiss X9i
Autofocus Motor No Yes
Autofocus Contract Detect (sensor)
Phase Detect
Multi Area
Selective Single Point
Single
Continuous
Contract Detect (sensor)
Phase Detect
Multi Area
Center
Selective Single Point
Tracking
Single
Continuous
Touch
Face Detection
LiveView
Focus Points 11 45
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 D3000
Canon EOS Kiss X9i
Articulated LCD Fixed Fully articulated
Screen size 3” 3”
Screen dots 230000 1040000
Touch screen No Yes
Screen type N/A TFT LCD
Live view No Yes
Viewfinder Type Optical (pentamirror) Optical (pentamirror)
Viewfinder Coverage 95% 95%
Viewfinder Magnification 0.8× (0.53× 35mm equiv.) 0.82× (0.51× 35mm equiv.)
Viewfinder Resolution N/A 0
Photography features
Nikon D3000
Canon EOS Kiss X9i
Frames per second 3 fps 6 fps
Minimum Shutter Speed 30 seconds 30 seconds
Maximum Shutter Speed 1/4000 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 No Yes
Metering modes Multi
Center Weighted
Spot
Multi
Spot
Partial
Average
Exposure Compensation +/- 5 (at 1/3 EV, 1/2 EV steps) +/- 5 (at 1/3 EV, 1/2 EV steps)
Videography features
Nikon D3000
Canon EOS Kiss X9i
Video recording No Yes
Video format N/A MPEG4
H.264
Video resolution N/A 1280 x 720
1920 x 1080
Built-in Microphone No Yes
Built-in Speakers No Yes
Storage
Nikon D3000
Canon EOS Kiss X9i
Memory Card SD/SDHC
SD/SDHC
Connectivity
Nikon D3000
Canon EOS Kiss X9i
HDMI Output No Yes
Microphone Port No Yes
Headphone Port No No
Wireless Yes
Eye-Fi Connected
Yes
Built-in (Includes Bluetooth LE and NFC)
Remote Control Yes (Optional ML-L3)
Yes (via smartphone or Bluetooth remote)
GPS No Yes
Optional via Canon GP-E2 GPS Receiver
Body & Dimensions
Nikon D3000
Canon EOS Kiss X9i
Enviromentally sealed No No
Battery Battery Pack Battery Pack
Battery Details Lithium-Ion EN-EL9a rechargeable battery & charger
LP-E17 lithium-ion battery & charger
Battery Life (CIPA) 500 shots 600 shots
Width 126 mm 131 mm
Height 97 mm 100 mm
Depth 64 mm 76 mm
Weight 536 gram 532 gram