Nikon D40x vs Canon EOS R5 C
This is a full comparison between the cameras Nikon D40x and Canon EOS R5 C. We compare them by looking at the categories you see below.
Manufacturing
Nikon D40x is manufacturered by Nikon but Canon EOS R5 C is from Canon. Both Nikon and Canon are well known brands though.
Nikon D40x were released 2007 and Canon EOS R5 C was released 2022. That is a 15 years difference. In tech, this period can be of interest since technology is always improving, etc.Camera | Released |
Nikon D40x | 2007 |
Canon EOS R5 C | 2022 |
Type of camera
Nikon D40x is a DSLR camera while Canon EOS R5 C is a Mirrorless camera. More information about their differences will come soon.
Sensors / crop factor
These cameras have different sensors. Nikon D40x has a "Nikon DX"-sensor while Canon EOS R5 C has a "Canon Full Frame"-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 D40x | 75 mm Nikon DX sensor Crop factor/focal length multiplier by * 1.5 |
Canon EOS R5 C | 50 mm Full-frame sensor No crop factor/focal length multiplier |
** 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 D40x has a 10 MP (Megapixels) resolution while Canon EOS R5 C has 45 MP. If we break down this in more detail this is the data behind the numbers:
Camera | Megapixels |
Nikon D40x |
10 MP
10036224 pixels 3872 x 2592 |
Canon EOS R5 C |
45 MP
44761088 pixels 8192 x 5464 |
Canon EOS R5 C has a 346 % larger resolution than Nikon D40x. 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 R5 C has a larger ISO-range than Nikon D40x. Canon EOS R5 C has an ISO range that stretches from 100 to 51200 while Nikon D40x has 100 to 3200.
Camera | ISO Range |
Nikon D40x | 100-3200 |
Canon EOS R5 C | 100-51200 |
Autofocus and lens compatibility
There is a big difference between these two cameras. Canon EOS R5 C has a built-in autofocus motor but Nikon D40x does not. If you want to be able to use autofocus on Nikon D40x 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.
Worth mentioning is that Canon EOS R5 C belongs to the Canon EOS R-system and needs an adapter to work with Canons EF, EF-S, MP-E, and TS-E lenses. You can read more about this adapter here:
Canon Lens Mount Adapter EF-EOS R
Here is a complete overview of which lenses work with each camera:
Lens compatibility chart for Nikon D40x
Lens compatibility chart for Canon EOS R5 C
Pictures per second
Depending on what you are shooting the FPS, or frames/pictures per second, can definitely be of interest. Nikon D40x can shoot up to 3 pictures per seconds and Canon EOS R5 C can shoot up to 20 pictures per seconds.
Camera | FPS (Frames per second) |
Nikon D40x | 3 |
Canon EOS R5 C | 20 |
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 R5 C. Sadly, the Nikon D40x 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.
Canon EOS R5 C weighs 770 gr (equal to 1.7 lb) which is 48% heavier than Nikon D40x and its 522 gr (or 1.15 lb).
Camera | Weight |
Nikon D40x | 522 gr 1.15 lb |
Canon EOS R5 C | 770 gr 1.7 lb |
Nikon D40x vs Canon EOS R5 C Specs
Below you will find the complete and detailed technical specs for both Nikon D40x and Canon EOS R5 C, 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 D40x |
Canon EOS R5 C |
Name | Nikon D40x | Canon EOS R5 C |
Manufacturer | Nikon | Canon |
Release Date and Price |
Nikon D40x |
Canon EOS R5 C |
Release Year | 2007 | 2022 |
Release Date | 2007-03-06 | 2022-01-19 |
MSRP | 729 USD | 4499 USD |
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Camera Type |
Nikon D40x |
Canon EOS R5 C |
Camera Type | DSLR | Mirrorless |
Sensor |
Nikon D40x |
Canon EOS R5 C |
Sensor Size |
APS-C (approx 23.7 x 15.5 mm) Also known as "DX" |
Full Frame (approx 36 x 24 mm) |
Sensor Type | CCD | CMOS |
Resolution | 3872 x 2592 pixels | 8192 x 5464 pixels |
Megapixels | 10 MP | 45 MP |
Image Processor | EXPEED | DIGIC X |
Image |
Nikon D40x |
Canon EOS R5 C |
ISO Range | 100 - 3200 | 100 - 51200 |
White Balance Presets | 6 | 8 |
Custom White Balance | Yes | Yes |
Image Stabilization | No | No |
Image Stabilization CIPA Rating | 0 stops | 0 stops |
Uncompressed format | RAW | RAW |
Optics & Focus |
Nikon D40x |
Canon EOS R5 C |
Autofocus Motor | No | Yes |
Autofocus |
Phase Detect Multi Area Selective Single Point Single Continuous |
Phase Detect Multi Area Center Selective Single Point Tracking Single Continuous Touch Face Detection LiveView |
Focus Points | 3 | 1053 |
Lens Mount |
Nikon F See Compatible Lenses |
Canon RF 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 |
Full frame No multiplier Example: 24 mm remains 24 mm 50 mm remains 50 mm 100 mm remains 100 mm 200 mm remains 200 mm |
Screen & Viewfinder |
Nikon D40x |
Canon EOS R5 C |
Articulated LCD | Fixed | Fully articulated |
Screen size | 2,5” | 3.2” |
Screen dots | 230000 | 2100000 |
Touch screen | No | Yes |
Screen type | N/A | TFT LCD |
Live view | No | Yes |
Viewfinder Type | Optical (pentamirror) | Electronic |
Viewfinder Coverage | 95% | 100% |
Viewfinder Magnification | 0.8× (0.53× 35mm equiv.) | 0.76x |
Viewfinder Resolution | N/A | 5760000 |
Photography features |
Nikon D40x |
Canon EOS R5 C |
Frames per second | 3 fps | 20 fps |
Minimum Shutter Speed | 30 seconds | 30 seconds |
Maximum Shutter Speed | 1/4000 seconds | 1/8000 seconds |
Built-in Flash | Yes | No |
Built-in Flash Range | 17 meters | N/A |
External Flash | Yes | Yes |
Self-Timer | Yes | Yes |
Time-lapse | Yes | No |
Metering modes |
Multi Center Weighted Spot |
Multi Center Weighted Spot Partial |
Exposure Compensation | +/- 5 (at 1/3 EV steps) | +/- 3 (at 1/3 EV, 1/2 EV steps) |
Videography features |
Nikon D40x |
Canon EOS R5 C |
Video recording | No | Yes |
Video format | N/A |
MPEG4 H.264 H.265 XF-AVC |
Video resolution | N/A |
3840 x 2160 4096 x 2160 7680 x 4320 8192 x 4320 |
Built-in Microphone | No | Yes |
Built-in Speakers | No | Yes |
Storage |
Nikon D40x |
Canon EOS R5 C |
Memory Card |
SD/SDHC |
Compact Flash Express SD/SDHC |
Connectivity |
Nikon D40x |
Canon EOS R5 C |
HDMI Output | No | Yes |
Microphone Port | No | Yes |
Headphone Port | No | Yes |
Wireless | No |
Yes Built-in (802.11ac (dual-band) + Bluetooth) |
Remote Control |
Yes (Optional (ML-L3))
|
Yes |
GPS | No | No |
Body & Dimensions |
Nikon D40x |
Canon EOS R5 C |
Enviromentally sealed | No | Yes |
Battery | Battery Pack | Battery Pack |
Battery Details |
Nikon EN-EL9 Lithium-Ion & charger included
|
LP-E6NH lithium-ion battery & charger
|
Battery Life (CIPA) | 520 shots | 320 shots |
Width | 124 mm | 142 mm |
Height | 94 mm | 101 mm |
Depth | 64 mm | 111 mm |
Weight | 522 gram | 770 gram |