Nikon D60 vs Canon EOS 1000D
This is a full comparison between the cameras Nikon D60 and Canon EOS 1000D. We compare them by looking at the categories you see below.
Manufacturing
Nikon D60 is manufacturered by Nikon but Canon EOS 1000D is from Canon. Both Nikon and Canon are well known brands though.
These two camera models were both released 2008.Camera | Released |
Nikon D60 | 2008 |
Canon EOS 1000D | 2008 |
Type of camera
Both these cameras are DSLR cameras. No difference there.
Sensors / crop factor
These cameras have different sensors. Nikon D60 has a "Nikon DX"-sensor while Canon EOS 1000D 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 D60 | 75 mm Nikon DX sensor Crop factor/focal length multiplier by * 1.5 |
Canon EOS 1000D | 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 D60 has a 10,2 MP (Megapixels) resolution while Canon EOS 1000D has 10,1 MP. If we break down this in more detail this is the data behind the numbers:
Camera | Megapixels |
Nikon D60 |
10,2 MP
10036224 pixels 3872 x 2592 |
Canon EOS 1000D |
10,1 MP
10077696 pixels 3888 x 2592 |
Canon EOS 1000D has a 0 % larger resolution than Nikon D60. 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 D60 has a larger ISO-range than Canon EOS 1000D. Nikon D60 has an ISO range that stretches from 100 to 3200 while Canon EOS 1000D has 100 to 1600.
Camera | ISO Range |
Nikon D60 | 100-3200 |
Canon EOS 1000D | 100-1600 |
Autofocus and lens compatibility
There is a big difference between these two cameras. Canon EOS 1000D has a built-in autofocus motor but Nikon D60 does not. If you want to be able to use autofocus on Nikon D60 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 D60
Lens compatibility chart for Canon EOS 1000D
Pictures per second
Depending on what you are shooting the FPS, or frames/pictures per second, can definitely be of interest. Nikon D60 can shoot up to 3 pictures per seconds and Canon EOS 1000D can shoot up to 3 pictures per seconds.
Camera | FPS (Frames per second) |
Nikon D60 | 3 |
Canon EOS 1000D | 3 |
Ability to record movies
It is becoming more and more popular to record movies with digital cameras.
Though, neither Nikon D60 or Canon EOS 1000D 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.
Nikon D60 weighs 522 gr (equal to 1.15 lb) which is 4% heavier than Canon EOS 1000D and its 502 gr (or 1.11 lb).
Camera | Weight |
Nikon D60 | 522 gr 1.15 lb |
Canon EOS 1000D | 502 gr 1.11 lb |
Nikon D60 vs Canon EOS 1000D Specs
Below you will find the complete and detailed technical specs for both Nikon D60 and Canon EOS 1000D, 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 D60 |
Canon EOS 1000D |
Name | Nikon D60 | Canon EOS 1000D |
Manufacturer | Nikon | Canon |
Release Date and Price |
Nikon D60 |
Canon EOS 1000D |
Release Year | 2008 | 2008 |
Release Date | 2008-01-29 | 2008-06-10 |
MSRP | 649 USD | 729 USD |
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Camera Type |
Nikon D60 |
Canon EOS 1000D |
Camera Type | DSLR | DSLR |
Sensor |
Nikon D60 |
Canon EOS 1000D |
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 | 3888 x 2592 pixels |
Megapixels | 10,2 MP | 10,1 MP |
Image Processor | Nikon LSI (Large Scale Integration) | DIGIC 3 |
Image |
Nikon D60 |
Canon EOS 1000D |
ISO Range | 100 - 3200 | 100 - 1600 |
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 D60 |
Canon EOS 1000D |
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 D60 |
Canon EOS 1000D |
Articulated LCD | No | N/A |
Screen size | 2.5” | 2.5” |
Screen dots | 230000 | 230000 |
Touch screen | No | No |
Screen type | N/A | N/A |
Live view | No | Yes |
Viewfinder Type | Optical (pentamirror) | Optical (pentamirror) |
Viewfinder Coverage | 95% | 95% |
Viewfinder Magnification | 0.8× (0.53× 35mm equiv.) | 0.81× (0.51× 35mm equiv.) |
Viewfinder Resolution | N/A | N/A |
Photography features |
Nikon D60 |
Canon EOS 1000D |
Frames per second | 3 fps | 3 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 | 13 meters |
External Flash | Yes | Yes |
Self-Timer | Yes | Yes |
Time-lapse | No | Yes |
Metering modes |
Multi Center Weighted Spot |
Multi Center Weighted Spot |
Exposure Compensation | +/- 5 (at 1/3 EV, 1/2 EV steps) | +/- 2 (at 1/3 EV, 1/2 EV steps) |
Videography features |
Nikon D60 |
Canon EOS 1000D |
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 D60 |
Canon EOS 1000D |
Memory Card |
SD/SDHC |
SD/SDHC |
Connectivity |
Nikon D60 |
Canon EOS 1000D |
HDMI Output | No | No |
Microphone Port | No | No |
Headphone Port | No | No |
Wireless | No | No |
Remote Control |
Yes (Optional (ML-L3))
|
Yes (E3 connector) |
GPS | No | No |
Body & Dimensions |
Nikon D60 |
Canon EOS 1000D |
Enviromentally sealed | No | No |
Battery | Battery Pack | Battery Pack |
Battery Details |
|
Canon LP-E5 Li-Ion
|
Battery Life (CIPA) | 500 shots | N/A |
Width | 126 mm | 126 mm |
Height | 94 mm | 98 mm |
Depth | 64 mm | 65 mm |
Weight | 522 gram | 502 gram |