Canon T7i vs Canon 80D – Comparison

The new Canon Rebel T7i is quite exciting for a Rebel camera and can make your buying decision much harder since it shares a lot of similarities with more expensive Canon DSLRs, including the Canon EOS 80D. They both share a 24.2MP sensor, 45 AF points and more, so let’s see which one is better for the money.

Our comparison table below covers all the important specifications of each camera. Below that, we specifically talk about the new improvements and which model is better suited for your needs.

	Canon T7i	Canon 80D
Megapixels	24.2	24.2
Sensor Type	CMOS	CMOS
Sensor Format	APS-C	APS-C
Crop Factor	1.6x	1.6x
AA Filter	Yes	Yes
Image Resolution	6000 x 4000	6000 x 4000
Body Image Stabilization	Yes (Movie only)	No
Lens Mount	Canon EF/EF-S	Canon EF/EF-S
ISO	100 - 25,600	100 - 16,000
Expanded ISO	51,200	25,600
AF Points	45	45
Cross-type AF Points	45	45
Continuous Mode	6fps	7fps
LCD	3.0" - Fully Articulated	3.0" - Fully Articulated
LCD Resolution	1,040,000 dots	1,040,000 dots
Touchscreen	Yes	Yes
Focus Peaking	No	No
Top LCD Display	No	Yes
Viewfinder Type	Optical	Optical
Viewfinder Coverage	95%	98%
Viewfinder Magnification	0.82x	0.95x
Video Resolution	1920x1080 (60/30/24p)	1920x1080 (60/50/30/25/24p)
	1280x720 (60/50p)	1280x720 (60/50p)
Microphone Jack	Yes	Yes
Headphone Jack	No	Yes
Memory Card Type	SD	SD
Dual Card Slots	No	No
SD UHS Support	UHS-I	UHS-I
Fastest Shutter Speed	1/4000	1/8000
Slowest Shutter Speed	30"	30"
Bulb Mode	Yes	Yes
JPEG Buffer Size	Unlimited	53
RAW Buffer Size	27	24
Time Lapse	Yes	Yes
Built-in Flash	Yes	Yes
Max Flash Sync Speed	1/200	1/250
Startup Time	x	0.5s
Built-in Wi-Fi	Yes	Yes
Built-in GPS	No	No
Built- in NFC	Yes	Yes
Bluetooth	Yes	No
USB Type	USB 2.0	USB 2.0
Environmentally Sealed	No	Yes
Battery Life (CIPA)	600 shots	960 shots
Battery Included	Yes (LP-E17)	Yes (LP-E6 or LP-E6N)
Weight	18.8 oz (532g)	25.8 oz (730g)
Size	5.2 x 3.9 x 3.0"	5.5 x 4.1 x 3.1"
Price	Amazon	Amazon
Release Date	2017	2016

Canon 80D Advantages:

• 7 vs 6fps – Both cameras are fast enough for sports and wildlife, but the extra 1fps helps if you often shoot wildlife and want more shots that increase your chances of getting a razor sharp photograph

• Top LCD Display – This is something you’ll never see on an entry-level DSLR. Having a top LCD display means you can quickly see and change all of your settings, and that includes ISO and auto focus type as well. If shooting in manual, you don’t always have to check the LCD screen if your settings are correct.

• Viewfinder – Because the 80D uses a pentaprism rather than a pentamirror, the light you see in the viewfinder is slightly brighter. The magnification is slightly bigger and you see 98% instead of 95% of your final shot. None of these things affect your final look though, but can make life a little bit easier.

• Headphone Jack – For serious video shooters, having a headphone jack allows you to monitor the audio more precisely

• Faster Max. Shutter Speed – The 80D tops at 1/8000, 1 stop faster than 1/4000. In most situations you won’t need to go this high, but it’s useful when shooting with big apertures (f/1.8 and bigger) on a really sunny day.

• Flash X-Sync Speed – 1/250 instead of 1/200 max flash sync speed.

• Battery Life – Having a bigger body results in a bigger battery too, which is why the 80D can take 330 shots more before having to recharge it.

The Canon EOS 80D was released in mid 2016 and is our favorite Canon for the money.

Should you get it? Here’s how to tell. If you need a more rugged, environmentally sealed DSLR for mostly outdoor use, the 80D is more protected for shooting in rain/snow/sand. The T7i will do fine in most cases, but the 80D just gives you that extra level of protection.

In terms of video capabilities, the 80D with its Full HD at 60fps and a headphone jack is better if you are very serious about making short movies where audio is crucial. There’s no stabilization built-in though, so you’ll have to rely on buying lenses with IS technology.

The top LCD screen, a faster max shutter speed and bigger battery life are also nice to have, especially if you don’t want to carry 2 batteries when traveling. For $350 more, we think the 80D is worth it if you don’t mind the bigger size, weight and find the advantages a must for your work. Otherwise, the Canon T7i will be more than excellent!

You can buy it at Amazon or read more reviews.

Canon T7i Advantages:

• Built-in Video Stabilization – The Canon T7i is their first DSLR to stabilize the video (5-axis, doesn’t work for photographs)

• Higher Max ISO – Besides having higher native ISO, the expanded ISO is 1 stop bigger so it’s better suited for extreme low light situations. Don’t forget about the noise though, it’s not pleasant at 51,200 for most situations

• Bigger buffer – The RAW buffer is slightly bigger but can still make a noticeable difference, and while JPEG buffer is unlimited, not many people will find the 80D’s 53 shot buffer limiting. You’d have to shoot at 7fps for almost 8 straight seconds, and I can’t recall the last time I did that.

• Connections –  If Wi-Fi is not your thing, the Bluetooth is always available on the T7i and works well

• Size & Weight – The 80D is still light for a mid-range DSLR, but the T7i is 200g lighter and smaller. If you prefer smaller cameras for traveling, the T7i wins big here.

• Less expensive –  Speaking about body prices only, the T7i is around $350 cheaper

If it’s your first time buying a DSLR and you’d like to keep it small and light, the T7i is a clear winner. It costs less, has stabilized video and shares the same sensor as the 80D. What this means is that the image quality, noise levels and colors will look absolutely the same!

You can buy it at Amazon or read more reviews.