Canon 450D weighs
524 g (1.16 lb / 18.48 oz) and has external dimensions of
129 x 98 x 62 mm (5.08 x 3.86 x 2.44″). Considering that the average weight of DSLR type cameras is 773g, Canon 450D is a remarkably light camera for its class. Even better, with a thickness of only 62mm, it is also quite small, 14mm thinner than the average of its class.
Weight Comparison
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Thickness Comparison
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Here is the front and top view image of Canon 450D with the dimensions:
Front and Top View External Dimensions and Size of Canon 450D Camera Body
In order to give you a better idea about the real life size of Canon 450D, we have added an image of how it looks next to a credit card and an AA type battery.
Physical size of the Canon 450D Body Compared to a Credit Card and an AA Battery
Now let's compare Canon 450D size with the camera that it replaced: Canon 400D (Check 450D vs 400D). Canon 400D is 2mm narrower and 4mm shorter than Canon 450D but it is also 3mm thicker.
Comparison image of Canon 450D and Canon 400D Size, Weight and External Dimensions - Front View
Below you can find the comparison of the weight and thickness of Canon 450D with its main competitors:
Canon 450D Size Compared to Main Competitors
Weather Sealing
Canon 450D doesn't have any environmental sealings on its body so you got to be extra careful to protect it against water and dust. If you shoot under these conditions very often, consider checking Top DSLR Cameras with Weather Sealing page.