Let’s see how the Canon 77D compares to the Canon 80D. Despite their similar names, the 80D is not an upgrade of the 77D or vice versa.
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 77D | 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 | Yes | 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 | 19.0 oz (540g) | 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 77D Advantages:
- Built-in Video Stabilization – The Canon 77D has an electronic 5-axis video stabilization (doesn’t work for photographs)
- Higher Max ISO – Both native and expanded ISO are higher. Going this high won’t result in usable shots, but it’s still good to have in extreme scenarios
- Bigger buffer – The 77D can shoot an unlimited amount of JPEGs before the buffer fills, but even 53 that the Canon 80D manages is more than what most will ever need.
- 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 77D is 200g lighter and smaller. If you prefer smaller cameras for traveling, the 77D wins big here.
- Less expensive – Speaking about body prices only, the 77D is around $200 cheaper
The 77D is very similar to the T7i, but the bigger price is mainly because of its top LCD screen. Specification wise, all 3 cameras use the same sensor, same LCD screen and will be perfect for both photography and video.
You can buy it at Amazon or read more reviews.
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
- 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.
- Environmentally Sealed – The 80D is more protected and better for shooting in rain/snow/dust/bad weather conditions.
- 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 80D’s biggest advantages, especially if you want to shoot wildlife, is the better sealed body, a longer battery life, a better viewfinder and faster burst rate (7 vs 6fps). It only costs $200 more so if you’re serious about this then it’s definitely worth paying more, but image quality and noise will look identical on both cameras.
You can buy it at Amazon or read more reviews.
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