I would think that there is very little difference in build quality between comparable models of each camera. I would think that the differences are going to be in the programming and how each company accomplishes certain task. One way that Canon and Nikon differ is how they address exposure compensation in the aperture priority (AV) and shutter speed priority (TV) modes. On a Nikon DSLR when you dial in exposure compensation in these two modes it affects both shutter speed and aperture because they are tied together on a Nikon. On a Canon DSLR in these two modes the shutter speed and aperture are separated. If you are in aperture priority (AV) on a Canon DSLR and dial in exposure compensation only your shutter speed is affected, your aperture remains constant. If you are in shutter speed priority (TV) on a Canon DSLR and dial in exposure compensation only your aperture is affected, your shutter speed remains constant.

I have determined after long and deep study that there are two types of people in the world, two tribes as it were: Canon people and Nikon people. The difference must rest in the DNA of each type. I guess we'd have to disassemble a significant sample of each to determine the basis of the difference, how long-lasting it will be, and how significant the difference. We would need volunteers for the project. Unfortunately there would be problems putting the volunteers back together into working, functioning units.

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"One way that Canon and Nikon differ is how they address exposure compensation in the aperture priority (AV) and shutter speed priority (TV) modes. On a Nikon DSLR when you dial in exposure compensation in these two modes it affects both shutter speed and aperture because they are tied together on a Nikon. On a Canon DSLR in these two modes the shutter speed and aperture are separated. If you are in aperture priority (AV) on a Canon DSLR and dial in exposure compensation only your shutter speed is affected, your aperture remains constant. If you are in shutter speed priority (TV) on a Canon DSLR and dial in exposure compensation only your aperture is affected, your shutter speed remains constant."

Yes, questions asked about which is best between Canon and Nikon have been asked way, way too often and way, way too many times, yet has anyone ever torn apart a Canon or a Nikon of equal value and really looked over the guts inside both camera bodies ?

As for Canon, you might want to start with a typical EOS body often sold in Mom & Pop discount stores such as Walmart or Best Buy. Then, pick out a Nikon body of equal quality and equal value..

You may be surprised as to which one has the sturdiest parts within and which one has proved to have the longest lasting shutter mechanisms over the years.

If you have never ventured inside either, plan to do so sometime ! You may be very surprised when you see which brand has a more solid construction !!!

I will not reveal my findings nor findings from repair shop techs I know, but if you check them out for yourself, you will, then, become a believer as to which brand puts their money in engineering as they have put their money from their advertising mouths :)

Oh, before the bashing upon this writer begins, why not check out two equal value cameras from both companies for yourself ! Yes, you will be surprised and don't forget to check out the wiring and the motherboards too and see if you can determine which brand has higher quality, heavier duty integral routings. AND, for what it is worth, I own both brands of cameras ~ those of the past and those made today.. Hint: You may even dive into a couple of film cameras so as to get a head start with the process because not much has changed in their individual qualities provided even today. IMHO, both are well made cameras, but can you find which one may be better ?

This guy will sign off for now because it's way too early in the day for him to begin taking the heat, although, you may want to exchange your findings with our other UHH members :idea: :thumbup:

Yes, questions asked about which is best between Canon and Nikon have been asked way, way too often and way, way too many times, yet has anyone ever torn apart a Canon or a Nikon of equal value and really looked over the guts inside both camera bodies ?

As for Canon, you might want to start with a typical EOS body often sold in Mom & Pop discount stores such as Walmart or Best Buy. Then, pick out a Nikon body of equal quality and equal value..

You may be surprised as to which one has the sturdiest parts within and which one has proved to have the longest lasting shutter mechanisms over the years.

If you have never ventured inside either, plan to do so sometime ! You may be very surprised when you see which brand has a more solid construction !!!

I will not reveal my findings nor findings from repair shop techs I know, but if you check them out for yourself, you will, then, become a believer as to which brand puts their money in engineering as they have put their money from their advertising mouths :)

Oh, before the bashing upon this writer begins, why not check out two equal value cameras from both companies for yourself ! Yes, you will be surprised and don't forget to check out the wiring and the motherboards too and see if you can determine which brand has higher quality, heavier duty integral routings. AND, for what it is worth, I own both brands of cameras ~ those of the past and those made today.. Hint: You may even dive into a couple of film cameras so as to get a head start with the process because not much has changed in their individual qualities provided even today. IMHO, both are well made cameras, but can you find which one may be better ?

This guy will sign off for now because it's way too early in the day for him to begin taking the heat, although, you may want to exchange your findings with our other UHH members :idea: :thumbup: