This is a full comparison between the cameras Canon EOS 90D and Nikon D3200. We compare them by looking at the categories you see below.
Manufacturing
Canon EOS 90D is manufacturered by Canon but Nikon D3200 is from Nikon. Both Canon and Nikon are well known brands though.
Canon EOS 90D were released 2019 and Nikon D3200 was released 2012. That is a 7 years difference. In tech, this period can be of interest since technology is always improving, etc.
Type of camera
Both these cameras are DSLR cameras. No difference there.
Sensors / crop factor
These cameras have different sensors. Canon EOS 90D has a "Canon APS-C"-sensor while Nikon D3200 has a "Nikon DX"-sensor, and their difference in sensors will also affect the crop factor and experience focal length. See the table below.
CameraFocal length, 50mm f/1.8 **Canon EOS 90D80 mm Canon APS-C sensor Crop factor/focal length multiplier by * 1.6Nikon D320075 mm Nikon DX sensor Crop factor/focal length multiplier by * 1.5
** 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 [Canon] Camera selection can affect the focal length [Nikon]
Resolution
Canon EOS 90D has a 33 MP [Megapixels] resolution while Nikon D3200 has 24,2 MP. If we break down this in more detail this is the data behind the numbers:
Canon EOS 90D has a 34 % larger resolution than Nikon D3200. 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
Canon EOS 90D has a larger ISO-range than Nikon D3200. Canon EOS 90D has an ISO range that stretches from 100 to 25600 while Nikon D3200 has 100 to 6400.
Autofocus and lens compatibility
There is a big difference between these two cameras. Canon EOS 90D has a built-in autofocus motor but Nikon D3200 does not. If you want to be able to use autofocus on Nikon D3200 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 Canon EOS 90D Lens compatibility chart for Nikon D3200
Pictures per second
Depending on what you are shooting the FPS, or frames/pictures per second, can definitely be of interest. Canon EOS 90D can shoot up to 11 pictures per seconds and Nikon D3200 can shoot up to 4 pictures per seconds.
Ability to record movies
It is becoming more and more popular to record movies with digital cameras.
In this case, both Canon EOS 90D and Nikon D3200 can shoot movies.
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.
Canon EOS 90D weighs 701 gr [equal to 1.55 lb] which is 39% heavier than Nikon D3200 and its 505 gr [or 1.11 lb].
Canon EOS 90D vs Nikon D3200 Specs
Below you will find the complete and detailed technical specs for both Canon EOS 90D and Nikon D3200, 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.
ProductCanon EOS 90DNikon D3200NameCanon EOS 90DNikon D3200ManufacturerCanonNikonRelease Date and PriceCanon EOS 90DNikon D3200Release Year20192012Release Date2019-08-282012-04-19MSRP1199 USD699 USDBuy it today
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Focal Length MultiplierAPS-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 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 Screen & ViewfinderCanon EOS 90DNikon D3200Articulated LCDFully articulatedFixedScreen size3�3�Screen dots1040000921000Touch screenYesNoScreen typeTFT LCDTFT LCD with 160� viewing angleLive viewYesYesViewfinder TypeOptical [pentaprism]Optical [pentamirror]Viewfinder Coverage100%95%Viewfinder Magnification0.95� [0.59� 35mm equiv.]0.8� [0.53� 35mm equiv.]Viewfinder Resolution0N/APhotography featuresCanon EOS 90DNikon D3200Frames per second11 fps4 fpsMinimum Shutter Speed30 seconds30 secondsMaximum Shutter Speed1/8000 seconds1/4000 secondsBuilt-in FlashYesYesBuilt-in Flash Range12 meters12 metersExternal FlashYesYesSelf-TimerYesYesTime-lapseYesNoMetering modesMulti Center Weighted Spot Partial Multi Center Weighted Spot Exposure Compensation+/- 5 [at 1/3 EV, 1/2 EV steps]+/- 5 [at 1/3 EV steps]Videography featuresCanon EOS 90DNikon D3200Video recordingYesYesVideo formatMPEG4 H.264 MPEG4 H.264 Video resolution1280 x 720 1920 x 1080 3840 x 2160 1280 x 720 1920 x 1080 Built-in MicrophoneYesYesBuilt-in SpeakersYesYesStorageCanon EOS 90DNikon D3200Memory CardSD/SDHC SD/SDHC ConnectivityCanon EOS 90DNikon D3200HDMI OutputYesYesMicrophone PortYesNoHeadphone PortYesNoWirelessYes Built-In 802.11b/g/n with BluetoothYes Optional with WU-1a Wireless Mobile Adapter
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