Comments on: Canon 450D (Rebel XSi) vs. Nikon D60

By: SBK

SBK — Wed, 14 May 2008 16:01:05 +0000

850 vs 667
All said, the xsi is $850 and the D60 is $667. Now thats a significant difference for me, a newbie to dslr
not 12 vs 10MP
3.0 vs 2.5in
3.5 vs 3fps, etc….

By: Young Guy

Young Guy — Sat, 03 May 2008 15:03:30 +0000

Technically, they are both good camera and depending on the person using it will determine how good the camera is, PERIOD. I’ve personally used Canon XT/350D with crappy lens and loved it to death but my next upgrade purchase ended up being Nikon D300. Why? it just fell good in my hand when I tried it at a local camera store. Comparative models between Canon and Nikon will take equally great pictures so there are no wrong decisions. If you plan to carry it all day, pick the one that is comfortable to you. Just think, Canon people will most likely to pick Canon and vise versa for Nikon people.

By: Heidi

Heidi — Tue, 29 Apr 2008 02:14:51 +0000

Help soon, Will the Nikon give me a great entry level into photography to use for paintings for competition purposes and for wildlife photography at a distance. Heidi

By: Canon 450D (Rebel XSi) vs. Nikon D60

Canon 450D (Rebel XSi) vs. Nikon D60 — Wed, 26 Mar 2008 11:26:28 +0000

[…] admitting bias towards Nikon, Agylen compares the two and weighs up the pros and cons of both. On paper at least, the Canon has the advantage over the […]

By: Perfect Vision

Perfect Vision — Wed, 26 Mar 2008 00:44:52 +0000

I have been using canon 400D. 30D and nikon D200, 40Dx and studying cinematography and basic photography in Japan. I have been to Canon Camera factory as part of our placements, what I found out there was the Canon cameras will go under strict supervision with at least 2 highly qualified Japanese technician to conduct its perfection I am only talking for only single part of the camera such as DiGiC image processor. But it doesn’t mean I am in favor with Canon. I like them both.
I have purchased Nikon D60 on 19-3-08 it produces excellent exposure for both outdoor and indoor photography (manual ISO rating only) but they can be to slow to focus and the VR lenses kits are too noisy and you could actually see it moving through the viewfinder I fnd that if you set AUTO ISO ratings it produces very underexposed indoor and overexposed outdoor. (perhaps thats the reason why they have in built easy to use in camera photo editing and correction) I mainly use the manual setting for ISO ratings for this camera. but if you set it to boost ISO ratings the photo becomes too noisy the 10 mp are no match for Hi-ISO boost mode. The picture can be too sharp and looks unreal and scarry. With canon its a lot smoother, and produces natural color and the low noise gives the natural effect without using photoshop editing
Nikon camera is very solid, small easy to handle compared to canon (very slippery and plastic, bulkier) but the component inside the canon are purely canon japanese made. compared to nikon uses some sony parts.and either made in Thailand and China, But this is not important anymore, but the value and the name “Made in Japan” can matters to other Pro. Photographers, All Nikon Pro-Cameras are Made in Japan. but not D-series all made in Thailand.

Canon 450D versus Nikon D60
14 bit image vs 12 bit image (very critical)
12 mp vs 10 mp (not a big deal) 10% difference
9 area focus vs 3 area focus (not a big deal for professionals)
live view vs no live view (not very important but useful)
CMOS vs CCD about 10% better than canon
3.5 fps vs 3fps (but who cares)
Made in Japan vs Made in Thailand (may be important for resale and good for collect)
Censor size for canon 450D is smaller than Nikon D60 can be
important as well.
The only thing I like about Canon is that they will release a newer or latest model after more than 12 month I owned my Canon 400d since 2006. Compare to Nikon they will release a latest model less than 12 months it can be fraustrating after buying a latest model and Nikon will announce a latest model after buying a latest model after 3 months like Nikon D-series (I am pertaining about D-SLR). but no regrets with my Nikon D60 but just heard about the new Nikon D90 rumours said they will announce and release it by the end of the year or early January 2009. with 12 mp and I dont know about live view.
Both brands are neck to neck when it comes to performance.
I will mainly use my D60 for everyday use becuase of its build and quality, and no need for photoshop bcoz of its in built editing program. I mainly use my 400D for my class for better quality picture are more natural.
*MY INSIGHT*

By: Kate

Kate — Tue, 25 Mar 2008 03:00:18 +0000

I decided on the Nikon D60 (with 18-55 VR/55-200 VR kit lenses) over the Canon 450D. Live view did not appeal to me that much and the larger screen on the 450D is probably a drain on the battery. I prefer the feel of the D60 and the menu/button layout compared to the Canon. I am very happy with this camera and highly recommend it. I think that whatever you choose (Nikon D60 or Canon 450D) you will be happy. Both are excellent entry level DSLRs.

By: Eric

Eric — Mon, 24 Mar 2008 15:27:30 +0000

I want to know if Canon has made it easier to adjust the flash exposure compensation without going into the menus.. I have a D40x, but have shot a LOT with my schools 400D and nothing is more annoying than this…

By: Nikon D60

Nikon D60 — Mon, 24 Mar 2008 06:40:16 +0000

Yes, there are some differences between the d40 and d60. I just recommend you to watch youtube reviews of nikon D60. In addition, read all technical specifications (d40 and d60) and compare them. Also know, Nikon D60 has 10.2 MP while D40 has only 6.1.

By: NoName

NoName — Sun, 23 Mar 2008 20:59:48 +0000

Are there any differences between the d40 and d60????????????

By: CAM

CAM — Sun, 23 Mar 2008 11:39:24 +0000

I have also been researching both D60 and 450D and I am still split between the two.

When comparing to D80, please don’t forget the weight factor. D60 and 450D are almost the same weight, whereas D80 and Canon 40D weigh a lot more and are bulkier. For ex, I am looking for something I will WANT to carry with me.

That said, I first was leaning towards D60 due to better build quality and sufficient specs. However, 450D’s faster 9-point autofocus, larger display and new censor have started to tip the scale towards Canon. D60’s censor is an old censor from D40x, whereas Canon’s is brand new 14bit.

By: Mike

Mike — Sat, 22 Mar 2008 14:38:35 +0000

@@@Cam that can AF with all compatible lenses VS one that cannot@@@

Oh PLEASE, what a NONSENSE. It is actualy Nikon that allows you to use 50 YEARS OLD LENS in the newest camera, not other way round.

Yes AF-S/I range is short yet, but there are still 50mm autofocus lens from Sigma anyway.

By: Barry

Barry — Sat, 22 Mar 2008 11:58:55 +0000

Thanks for a sensible, concise review of the main points. I’m looking for a good, small size dSLR with a quality wide ranging lens and the D60 with a VR 18-200 looks like it will fit the bill nicely for me.

By: bain

bain — Fri, 21 Mar 2008 17:14:16 +0000

same boat here but im tempted to buy the 450d over the d80 mainly because ,, the dust thing bothers me i have heard soo many horrer stories of cleaning the sensor, i know the d80 is i great camer but i dont want to spend all that money and knacker up the sensor i dont even vacum the house never mind a sensor [ lazy i know]

By: Spice

Spice — Fri, 21 Mar 2008 08:54:30 +0000

Just buy a used d80 and you will all be happy campers… dont get the d60. Its just a d40 with a different name. All the cams made by nikon and canon over the last few years have been great. Just go to the store and see which one you like to hold and which one has menus you like. For me it was a d80. my friend, an xti, my rich friend a 40d… my really rich friend… a d300. Just go to the store with a mem card and play with them and you will EASILY make your decision.

By: MB82

MB82 — Thu, 20 Mar 2008 20:02:31 +0000

Just to let the reviewer know, the 450D includes the Canon version of the Active D-Lighting that Ugo raves on about. It is a Custom fiunction called highlight priority, and it does exactly the same as Active D-lighting.

Also, for Jim, the D80 should be compared with the 40D. The 40D is regarded as the superior camera.
the two lienups sit side-by side like this:
Canon Nikon
400D D40
450D D60
40D D80