Canon 100D vs Canon 550D

Its time to look a little more in depth at the Canon 100D versus Canon 550D, both Entry-Level DSLR cameras and both of them are built by Canon. The sensor resolution of the 100D (18MP) and the 550D (18MP) is very close and both cameras boast the same sensor dimensions (APS-C).

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The 100D was unveiled 3 years after the 550D which is a fairly large gap as far as camera tech is concerned. Each of these cameras have the same body design (Compact SLR).

Before delving right into a step-by-step comparison, here is a short introduction of how the 100D matches up vs the 550D when considering portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

The following is a sample of the gallery pics for Canon EOS 100D and Canon EOS 550D. The full galleries are viewable at Canon 100D Gallery and Canon 550D Gallery.

When you are going to carry around your camera regularly, you have to factor its weight and proportions. The Canon 100D has got outer measurements of 117mm x 91mm x 69mm (4.6" x 3.6" x 2.7") along with a weight of 407 grams (0.90 lbs) and the Canon 550D has measurements of 129mm x 98mm x 62mm (5.1" x 3.9" x 2.4") with a weight of 530 grams (1.17 lbs).

Look at the Canon 100D versus Canon 550D in the new Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Don't forget, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ dependant on the lens you select at that moment. Here is a front view measurements comparison of the 100D compared to the 550D.

Taking into consideration size and weight, the portability rating of the 100D and 550D is 73 and 70 respectively.

Oftentimes, it is very hard to visualise the gap in sensor sizes purely by researching a spec sheet. The pic underneath will provide you a better sense of the sensor measurements in the 100D and 550D.

Clearly, each of these cameras have the same sensor dimensions and the same exact resolution therefore you should expect comparable quality of images although you should take the production date of the cameras into account. The younger 100D will have an advantage with regard to sensor innovation.