Canon EOS 1000D vs Nikon D3000
Prices & availability
Specification comparison
Highlighted rows differ between the two models.
| Specification | Canon EOS 1000D | Nikon D3000 |
|---|---|---|
| Type | ||
| Type | DSLR | DSLR |
| Sensor | ||
| Sensor format | APS-C | APS-C |
| Resolution (MP) | 10 MP | 10 MP |
| Mount | ||
| Mount (difference) | Canon EF / EF-S | Nikon F |
| Performance | ||
| Burst | 3.0 fps | 3.0 fps |
| IBIS | No | No |
| Build | ||
| Weight (g) (difference) | 502 g | 485 g |
| Release year (difference) | 2008 | 2009 |
| Price (€) (difference) | €600 | €550 |
Verdict
Pick the Canon EOS 1000D if you want to save 8 EUR and can accept a marginally lower resolution; its 502 g weight is only 17 g more. The Nikon D3000 stays the better choice if the extra 0.1 MP and slightly lighter 485 g body justify the higher 72 EUR price for your needs.