Nikon D40 vs Canon EOS Kiss Digital
This is a full comparison between the cameras Nikon D40 and Canon EOS Kiss Digital . We compare them by looking at the categories you see below.
Manufacturing
Nikon D40 is manufacturered by Nikon but Canon EOS Kiss Digital is from Canon. Both Nikon and Canon are well known brands though.
Nikon D40 were released 2006 and Canon EOS Kiss Digital was released 2003. That is a 3 years difference. In tech, this period can be of interest since technology is always improving, etc.Camera | Released |
Nikon D40 | 2006 |
Canon EOS Kiss Digital | 2003 |
Type of camera
Both these cameras are DSLR cameras. No difference there.
Sensors / crop factor
These cameras have different sensors. Nikon D40 has a "Nikon DX"-sensor while Canon EOS Kiss Digital 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 D40 | 75 mm Nikon DX sensor Crop factor/focal length multiplier by * 1.5 |
Canon EOS Kiss Digital | 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 D40 has a 6 MP (Megapixels) resolution while Canon EOS Kiss Digital has 6,3 MP. If we break down this in more detail this is the data behind the numbers:
Camera | Megapixels |
Nikon D40 |
6 MP
6016000 pixels 3008 x 2000 |
Canon EOS Kiss Digital |
6,3 MP
6291456 pixels 3072 x 2048 |
Canon EOS Kiss Digital has a 5 % larger resolution than Nikon D40. 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 D40 has a larger ISO-range than Canon EOS Kiss Digital . Nikon D40 has an ISO range that stretches from 200 to 3200 while Canon EOS Kiss Digital has 100 to 1600.
Camera | ISO Range |
Nikon D40 | 200-3200 |
Canon EOS Kiss Digital | 100-1600 |
Autofocus and lens compatibility
There is a big difference between these two cameras. Canon EOS Kiss Digital has a built-in autofocus motor but Nikon D40 does not. If you want to be able to use autofocus on Nikon D40 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 D40
Lens compatibility chart for Canon EOS Kiss Digital
Pictures per second
Depending on what you are shooting the FPS, or frames/pictures per second, can definitely be of interest. Nikon D40 can shoot up to 2,5 pictures per seconds and Canon EOS Kiss Digital can shoot up to 2,5 pictures per seconds.
Camera | FPS (Frames per second) |
Nikon D40 | 2,5 |
Canon EOS Kiss Digital | 2,5 |
Ability to record movies
It is becoming more and more popular to record movies with digital cameras.
Though, neither Nikon D40 or Canon EOS Kiss Digital can shoot movies so if that is a functionality that you are really looking for you should look elsewhere.
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 Kiss Digital weighs 645 gr (equal to 1.42 lb) which is 24% heavier than Nikon D40 and its 522 gr (or 1.15 lb).
Camera | Weight |
Nikon D40 | 522 gr 1.15 lb |
Canon EOS Kiss Digital | 645 gr 1.42 lb |
Nikon D40 vs Canon EOS Kiss Digital Specs
Below you will find the complete and detailed technical specs for both Nikon D40 and Canon EOS Kiss Digital , 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 D40 |
Canon EOS Kiss Digital |
Name | Nikon D40 | Canon EOS Kiss Digital |
Manufacturer | Nikon | Canon |
Release Date and Price |
Nikon D40 |
Canon EOS Kiss Digital |
Release Year | 2006 | 2003 |
Release Date | 2006-11-16 | 2003-08-20 |
MSRP | 729 USD | 899 USD |
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Camera Type |
Nikon D40 |
Canon EOS Kiss Digital |
Camera Type | DSLR | DSLR |
Sensor |
Nikon D40 |
Canon EOS Kiss Digital |
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 | 3008 x 2000 pixels | 3072 x 2048 pixels |
Megapixels | 6 MP | 6,3 MP |
Image Processor | EXPEED | DIGIC |
Image |
Nikon D40 |
Canon EOS Kiss Digital |
ISO Range | 200 - 3200 | 100 - 1600 |
White Balance Presets | 6 | 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 D40 |
Canon EOS Kiss Digital |
Autofocus Motor | No | Yes |
Autofocus |
Phase Detect Multi Area Selective Single Point Single Continuous |
Phase Detect Multi Area Selective Single Point Single Continuous |
Focus Points | 3 | 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 D40 |
Canon EOS Kiss Digital |
Articulated LCD | Fixed | Fixed |
Screen size | 2,5” | 1.8” |
Screen dots | 230000 | 118000 |
Touch screen | No | No |
Screen type | N/A | N/A |
Live view | No | No |
Viewfinder Type | Optical (pentamirror) | Optical (pentamirror) |
Viewfinder Coverage | 95% | 95% |
Viewfinder Magnification | 0.8× (0.53× 35mm equiv.) | 0.8× (0.5× 35mm equiv.) |
Viewfinder Resolution | N/A | N/A |
Photography features |
Nikon D40 |
Canon EOS Kiss Digital |
Frames per second | 2,5 fps | 2,5 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 | 17 meters | 12 meters |
External Flash | Yes | Yes |
Self-Timer | Yes | Yes |
Time-lapse | Yes | Yes |
Metering modes |
Multi Center Weighted Spot |
Multi Center Weighted Partial |
Exposure Compensation | +/- 5 (at 1/3 EV steps) | +/- 2 (at 1/3 EV steps) |
Videography features |
Nikon D40 |
Canon EOS Kiss Digital |
Video recording | No | No |
Video format | N/A | N/A |
Video resolution | N/A | N/A |
Built-in Microphone | No | No |
Built-in Speakers | No | No |
Storage |
Nikon D40 |
Canon EOS Kiss Digital |
Memory Card |
SD/SDHC |
Compact Flash |
Connectivity |
Nikon D40 |
Canon EOS Kiss Digital |
HDMI Output | No | No |
Microphone Port | No | No |
Headphone Port | No | No |
Wireless | No | No |
Remote Control |
Yes (Optional (ML-L3))
|
Yes (E3 connector, InfraRed) |
GPS | No | No |
Body & Dimensions |
Nikon D40 |
Canon EOS Kiss Digital |
Enviromentally sealed | No | No |
Battery | Battery Pack | Battery Pack |
Battery Details |
Nikon EN-EL9 Lithium-Ion & charger included
|
Battery Pack BP-511
|
Battery Life (CIPA) | 470 shots | 400 shots |
Width | 124 mm | 142 mm |
Height | 94 mm | 99 mm |
Depth | 64 mm | 72 mm |
Weight | 522 gram | 645 gram |