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Canon EOS 1100D + Canon EF-S 18-55mm vs Nikon D3100 + Nikkor AF-S DX 18-55mm f/3.5-5.6G VR
Canon EOS 1100D + Canon EF-S 18-55mm
Nikon D3100 + Nikkor AF-S DX 18-55mm f/3.5-5.6G VR
Why is Canon EOS 1100D + Canon EF-S 18-55mm better than Nikon D3100 + Nikkor AF-S DX 18-55mm f/3.5-5.6G VR?
- 150 shots longer battery life?
700 shotsvs550 shots - 20% more battery power?
1200 mAhvs1000 mAh - 2x higher maximum ISO?
6400 ISOvs3200 ISO - 0.3 s less startup delay?
0.1 svs0.4 s - Can focus to infinity?
- 0.03 m shorter minimum focus distance?
0.25 mvs0.28 m - 1.8° narrower minimum angle of view?
27°vs28.8° - 2f smaller aperture at maximum focal length?
38fvs36f
Why is Nikon D3100 + Nikkor AF-S DX 18-55mm f/3.5-5.6G VR better than Canon EOS 1100D + Canon EF-S 18-55mm?
- 2 more focus points?
11vs9 - 17.46% more megapixels (main camera)?
14.8 MPvs12.6 MP - 6400 ISO higher maximum expanded ISO?
12800 ISOvs6400 ISO - 20.12% better video recording quality (main camera)?
1080 x 24 fpsvs720 x 29.97 fps - 164 ISO higher low-light ISO (DxOMark)?
919 ISOvs755 ISO - 5 higher DxOMark Sensor score?
67vs62 - Has phase-detection autofocus for videos?
- Has continuous autofocus when recording movies?
Which are the most popular comparisons?
Price comparison
Canon EOS 1100D + Canon EF-S 18-55mm
Nikon D3100 + Nikkor AF-S DX 18-55mm f/3.5-5.6G VR
User reviews
Overall rating
Features
Build quality
7.3/10
3 votes
6.5/10
2 votes
Video quality
7.0/10
2 votes
4.0/10
2 votes
Controls
7.3/10
3 votes
6.0/10
2 votes
Low-light performance
7.0/10
3 votes
6.0/10
2 votes
Autofocus
8.7/10
3 votes
5.5/10
2 votes
Design
The type of camera.
The type of viewfinder that the camera has.
is weather-sealed (splashproof)
✖Canon EOS 1100D + Canon EF-S 18-55mm
✖Nikon D3100 + Nikkor AF-S DX 18-55mm f/3.5-5.6G VR
The device is protected with extra seals to prevent failures caused by dust, raindrops, and water splashes.
A higher screen resolution provides a sharper image, making it easier to review your photos.
has a built-in focus motor
✖Canon EOS 1100D + Canon EF-S 18-55mm
✖Nikon D3100 + Nikkor AF-S DX 18-55mm f/3.5-5.6G VR
The focus motor moves the lens in order to autofocus. For system cameras, having a focus motor in the camera's body allows you to use a wide range of lenses, including lenses which do not have their own focus motor. For compact cameras, a focus motor is usually built-in.
Has a flip-out screen
✖Canon EOS 1100D + Canon EF-S 18-55mm
✖Nikon D3100 + Nikkor AF-S DX 18-55mm f/3.5-5.6G VR
Flip-out screens can be useful for tricky shots.
With 100% coverage, you can compose the image correctly when you capture the photo. With less than full coverage, you may have to crop your photos afterward to get them looking perfect.
The size of the screen (measured diagonally).
We consider a lower weight better because lighter devices are more comfortable to carry. A lower weight is also an advantage for home appliances, as it makes transportation easier, and for many other types of products.
Optics
One of the most important aspects of a camera is the size of its sensor. A larger sensor will capture more light, which results in improved low-light performance, dynamic range, and general image quality.
The more focus points the more flexibility in picking which part of the scene to focus on. They also give the image sensor a better probability in identifying the right area of the scene to focus on in more automatic modes.
The number of megapixels determines the resolution of the images captured with the main camera. A higher megapixel count means that the camera is capable of capturing more details. However, the megapixel count is not the only important element determining the quality of an image.
With a higher light sensitivity (ISO level), the sensor absorbs more light. This can be used to capture moving objects using a fast shutter speed, or to take images in low light without using a flash.
Expanded ISO allows you to go beyond the native ISO. It does this by digitally enhancing the image output. The resulting image will have less quality than when staying within the native ISO range, but it can be useful in certain situations.
has sensor shift stabilization
✖Canon EOS 1100D + Canon EF-S 18-55mm
✖Nikon D3100 + Nikkor AF-S DX 18-55mm f/3.5-5.6G VR
With sensor shift, the image sensor (rather than the lens) moves to counterbalance any vibration of the camera. This means the image will be stabilised regardless of what lens is being used.
The number of frames per second that can be captured in continuous drive mode when using the mechanical shutter.
has AF tracking
✔Canon EOS 1100D + Canon EF-S 18-55mm
✔Nikon D3100 + Nikkor AF-S DX 18-55mm f/3.5-5.6G VR
With AF tracking, once you choose the subject and press the shutter release part way down, as the subject moves, the autofocus will follow it. No more out of focus shots.
Videography
The maximum resolution available for videos shot with the main camera. Although it may be possible to choose among other frame rates, those recordings usually have lower resolutions.
Has phase-detection autofocus for videos
✖Canon EOS 1100D + Canon EF-S 18-55mm
✔Nikon D3100 + Nikkor AF-S DX 18-55mm f/3.5-5.6G VR
A phase-detection autofocus system is faster than a contrast detection autofocus system. Even when recording scenes with a lot of fast movements, the videos are sharp and clear.
has continuous autofocus when recording movies
✖Canon EOS 1100D + Canon EF-S 18-55mm
✔Nikon D3100 + Nikkor AF-S DX 18-55mm f/3.5-5.6G VR
When recording movies they stay focussed and sharp.
has a microphone input
✖Canon EOS 1100D + Canon EF-S 18-55mm
✖Nikon D3100 + Nikkor AF-S DX 18-55mm f/3.5-5.6G VR
A microphone port allows connecting external high-end or specialized microphones.
has a socket for a 3.5 mm audio jack
✖Canon EOS 1100D + Canon EF-S 18-55mm
✖Nikon D3100 + Nikkor AF-S DX 18-55mm f/3.5-5.6G VR
With a standard mini jack socket, you can use the device with most headphones.
has a stereo microphone
✖Canon EOS 1100D + Canon EF-S 18-55mm
✖Nikon D3100 + Nikkor AF-S DX 18-55mm f/3.5-5.6G VR
A stereo microphone allows to record audio files or movies in stereo without an external microphone.
Has timelapse function
✖Canon EOS 1100D + Canon EF-S 18-55mm
✖Nikon D3100 + Nikkor AF-S DX 18-55mm f/3.5-5.6G VR
A timelapse shows a long passage of time sped up. A series of photographs taken from the same position over a long period is joined together to create a short video. It is great way to capture things like the setting sun, or clouds moving across the sky.
movie bitrate
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The higher the movie recording bitrate the better the movie quality with more and crispier details and less compression artifacts.
More microphones result in better sound quality and enable the device to filter out background noise.
Battery
CIPA is an independent, standard measurement that determines how many shots a camera can take before the battery dies.
has a removable battery
✔Canon EOS 1100D + Canon EF-S 18-55mm
✔Nikon D3100 + Nikkor AF-S DX 18-55mm f/3.5-5.6G VR
The battery is removable and can be replaced by the user if broken.
has a rechargeable battery
✔Canon EOS 1100D + Canon EF-S 18-55mm
✔Nikon D3100 + Nikkor AF-S DX 18-55mm f/3.5-5.6G VR
The battery can be recharged and used over again.
has a battery level indicator
✔Canon EOS 1100D + Canon EF-S 18-55mm
✔Nikon D3100 + Nikkor AF-S DX 18-55mm f/3.5-5.6G VR
An indicator shows you when the device has low battery.
Battery power, or battery capacity, represents the amount of electrical energy that a battery can store. More battery power can be an indication of longer battery life.
Features
supports Wi-Fi
✖Canon EOS 1100D + Canon EF-S 18-55mm
✖Nikon D3100 + Nikkor AF-S DX 18-55mm f/3.5-5.6G VR
The device can connect to Wi-Fi.
Has Bluetooth
✖Canon EOS 1100D + Canon EF-S 18-55mm
✖Nikon D3100 + Nikkor AF-S DX 18-55mm f/3.5-5.6G VR
Bluetooth is a wireless technology that allows you to easily transfer data between different devices, such as smartphones, tablets and computers.
Has dual card slots
✖Canon EOS 1100D + Canon EF-S 18-55mm
✖Nikon D3100 + Nikkor AF-S DX 18-55mm f/3.5-5.6G VR
It has two memory card slots, allowing you to store more photos without switching cards. This is particularly useful on long shoots when you need more space.
has pixel shift shot
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Canon EOS 1100D + Canon EF-S 18-55mm: Not applicable
✖Nikon D3100 + Nikkor AF-S DX 18-55mm f/3.5-5.6G VR
The camera can take a series of shots, shifting the sensor slightly with each one. These can then be combined to create an extremely high-resolution image. It’s particularly useful for things like photographing artwork.
A raw image file contains minimally processed data from the image sensor. Raw files are so named because they are not yet processed and therefore are not ready to be printed or edited with a bitmap graphics editor.
supports lossless compressed raw
✖Canon EOS 1100D + Canon EF-S 18-55mm
✖Nikon D3100 + Nikkor AF-S DX 18-55mm f/3.5-5.6G VR
It is capable of shooting stills in a lossless compressed raw format. This has all the advantages of shooting raw, while taking up much less storage space. The smaller file size also allows quicker read/write speeds.
Wi-Fi version
∅
Canon EOS 1100D + Canon EF-S 18-55mm: Not applicable
Unknown. Help us by suggesting a value. (Nikon D3100 + Nikkor AF-S DX 18-55mm f/3.5-5.6G VR)
The Wi-Fi versions supported by the device.
supports a remote smartphone
✖Canon EOS 1100D + Canon EF-S 18-55mm
✖Nikon D3100 + Nikkor AF-S DX 18-55mm f/3.5-5.6G VR
This technology allows the users to use their smartphone as a remote control for the device.
has an HDMI output
✔Canon EOS 1100D + Canon EF-S 18-55mm
✔Nikon D3100 + Nikkor AF-S DX 18-55mm f/3.5-5.6G VR
Devices with a HDMI or mini HDMI port can transfer high definition video and audio to a display.
Miscellaneous
Pixel density is a measurement of a screen's resolution, expressed as the number of pixels per inch (PPI) on the screen. A higher pixel density translates into more clarity and sharpness for the images rendered on the screen, thus improving the quality of the viewing experience.
lens type
Zoom, Standard (Canon EF-S 18-55mm F/3.5-5.6 IS II)
Zoom, Standard (Nikon AF-S DX Nikkor 18-55mm F/3.5-5.6G VR)
The type of lens.
filter size
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This measurement is important to take into account when buying filters.
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Comments
Fatto
6 months ago
7 / 10
Works perfectly!
Fatto
6 months ago
7 / 10
This is nice beginner Entry level camera It feels plasticicky but it takes nice pics but bad video quality
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ernes
4 months ago
8 / 10
Espetacular 1100D
ernes
4 months ago
8 / 10
Menuda maquinaria..para comenzar en el mundo de la fotografia.Estoy súper contento con la nueva adquisición. Gracias Canon..!!!
Jack
2 months ago
10 / 10
how good the canon 1100d is
Jack
2 months ago
10 / 10
iv had the canon 1100d for about 4 years now and its still going strong