Entry-level DSLR cameras, such as Canon's EOS Rebel series, are known for producing sharp, professional-grade images and videos. ... These cameras are also great for students, families, and casual photographers who prefer the option of using interchangeable lenses to capture the perfect shot.

Canon, traditionally, has offered better video quality sooner. They were the first to develop a hybrid autofocus system allowing the camera to refocus while recording. Canon is known for its better autofocus tracking while recording, and they also have a selection of lenses designed specifically for video.

Generally, full frame has better low light performance than crop frame sensors, but Nikon generally is superior to Canon in that regard. Between these two cameras, those two factors end up splitting the difference and low light performance is very comparable.