Nikon D5000
Score: 65/100
Canon EOS Rebel T6 Digital SLR Camera Kit
Score: 55/100Rankings
The Nikon D5000 bridges entry-level and enthusiast categories with a 12.3 MP sensor, vari-angle LCD, 11-point AF and 720p video, but its older technology limits performance relative to newer DSLRs.
The Canon EOS Rebel T6 (EOS 1300D) is an entry-level DSLR with an 18 MP APS-C sensor, DIGIC 4+ processor and built-in Wi-Fi/NFC. It offers solid image quality and battery life but lacks modern features such as 4K video, a touchscreen, and a fast AF system.
| Attribute | | |
|---|---|---|
12.3 MP | 18 MPbest | |
4 fpsbest | 3 fps | |
6,400 | 12,800best | |
510 shotsbest | 500 shots | |
11best | 9 | |
95 %best | 95 %best | |
2.7 in | 3 inbest | |
0.78 x | 0.8 xbest |
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| Attribute | | |
|---|---|---|
Sensor & Image(2) | ||
Effective Megapixels (MP) | 12.3 MP | 18.0 MP |
Maximum ISO | 6400 | 12800 |
Battery & Power(1) | ||
Battery Life (shots) (shots) | 510 shots | 500 shots |
Autofocus(1) | ||
AF Points | 11 | 9 |
Performance(1) | ||
Continuous Shooting Speed (fps) | 4 fps | 3.0 fps |
Video(1) | ||
Video Resolution | 720p | 1080p Full HD |
Viewfinder(1) | ||
Viewfinder Magnification (x) | 0.78 x | 0.8 x |
Connectivity(1) | ||
Wi‑Fi | false | true |
Flash(1) | ||
Flash Sync Speed (1/seconds) | 1/200 1/seconds | 200 1/seconds |
Display(2) | ||
LCD Size (in) | 2.7 in | 3.0 in |
LCD Resolution (dots) | 230000 dots | 920000 dots |
Lens & Mount(1) | ||
Lens Mount | Nikon F | Canon EF, EF‑S |
Professional reviewers consider the D5000 a solid bridge between entry-level and enthusiast DSLRs, highlighting its D90-derived features, good image quality, and ergonomic LCD while noting its age and limited video capabilities.
Everyday users appreciate the D5000's image quality, manual controls, and affordable price, though many note its dated sensor, limited video, and lack of modern wireless connectivity.
Professional reviewers acknowledge the T6's low price and solid image quality, especially with the included kit lens, but criticize its dated internals, lack of 4K video, and limited autofocus, noting that newer mirrorless options offer more features at similar price points.
Everyday users appreciate the camera's ease of use, good battery life, and reliable Wi-Fi/NFC, but frequently mention frustration with the slow processor, limited AF points, and missing modern conveniences like a touchscreen or external mic.
