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Canon T6i vs Canon 80D – Comparison

Let’s compare the Canon T6i vs Canon 80D. They both use the same 24MP sensor, but the 80D being more expensive offers quite a few speed improvements.

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 T6iCanon 80D
Megapixels24.224.2
Sensor TypeCMOSCMOS
Sensor FormatAPS-CAPS-C
Crop Factor1.6x1.6x
AA FilterYesYes
Image Resolution6000 x 40006000 x 4000
Body Image StabilizationNoNo
Lens MountCanon EF/EF-SCanon EF/EF-S
ISO100 - 12,800100 - 16,000
Expanded ISO25,60025,600
AF Points1945
Cross-type AF Points1945
Continuous Mode5fps7fps
LCD3.0" - Fully Articulated3.0" - Fully Articulated
LCD Resolution1,040,000 dots1,040,000 dots
TouchscreenYesYes
Focus PeakingNoNo
Top LCD DisplayNoYes
Viewfinder TypeOpticalOptical
Viewfinder Coverage95%98%
Viewfinder Magnification0.82x0.95x
Video Resolution1920x1080 (30/25/24p)1920x1080 (60/50/30/25/24p
 1280x720 (60/50p)1280x720 (60/50p)
Microphone JackYesYes
Headphone JackNoYes
Memory Card TypeSD SD
Dual Card SlotsNoNo
SD UHS SupportUHS-IUHS-I
Fastest Shutter Speed1/40001/8000
Slowest Shutter Speed30"30"
Bulb ModeYesYes
JPEG Buffer SizeUnlimited53
RAW Buffer Size624
Time LapseNoYes
Built-in FlashYesYes
Max Flash Sync Speed1/2001/250
Startup Time0.9s0.5s
Built-in Wi-FiYesYes
Built-in GPSNoNo
Built- in NFCYesYes
BluetoothNoNo
USB TypeUSB 2.0USB 2.0
Environmentally SealedNoYes
Battery Life (CIPA)440 shots960 shots
Battery IncludedYes (LP-E17)Yes (LP-E6 or LP-E6N)
Weight19.8 oz (560g)25.8 oz (730g)
Size5.2 x 4.0 x 3.1"5.5 x 4.1 x 3.1"
PriceAmazonAmazon
Release Date20152016

Canon T6i Advantages:

  • JPEG Buffer Size – Unlimited vs 53. Useful for long bursts.
  • Weight – The Canon T6i weighs 170g less.
  • Less Expensive – The T6i costs around $600 less

The 53 JPEG buffer is big enough for most people, but if you often shoot action for longer periods you might go over 53. The only other advantage is the lower price, and the T6i is still a good camera despite all these new announcements.

You can buy it at Amazon or read more reviews.

Canon 80D Advantages:

  • AF Points – 45 vs 19.
  • Cross-type AF Points – 45 vs 19. Cross-type AF Points are much more accurate and faster in low light.
  • Continuous mode – 7fps vs 5fps. More is better for sports and wildlife since you have more chances of getting a tack sharp shot.
  • Top LCD Display – When shooting in semi-auto/manual modes, you can quickly preview all of your settings.
  • Viewfinder Coverage – 98% vs 95%.
  • Viewfinder Magnification – Higher magnification.
  • Headphone Jack – Useful for previewing your audio quality straight out the camera.
  • Faster Max Shutter Speed – 1/8000 vs 1/4000.
  • RAW Buffer Size – 24 vs 6.
  • Time-Lapse
  • Max Flash Sync Speed – 1/250 vs /200.
  • Environmentally Sealed – The Canon 80D is much more protected for shooting outdoors in difficult terrain and bad weather conditions.
  • Battery Life – 960 shots vs 440 shots.

The 80D gives you a much better AF system with 26 more cross-type points, 2 extra fps, a top LCD display, 1 stop faster max shutter speed, 4x bigger RAW buffer and twice as long battery life. It’s also more protected for shooting in difficult weather conditions (rain, dust etc.).

You can buy it at Amazon or read more reviews.

 

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