Canon 100D vs Canon T6
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Canon 100D vs Canon T6 Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 18MP - APS-C Sensor
- 3" Fixed Screen
- ISO 100 - 12800 (Bump to 25600)
- 1920 x 1080 video
- Canon EF/EF-S Mount
- 407g - 117 x 91 x 69mm
- Revealed July 2013
- Other Name is EOS Rebel SL1
- New Model is Canon SL2
(Full Review)
- 18MP - APS-C Sensor
- 3" Fixed Screen
- ISO 100 - 6400 (Expand to 12800)
- 1920 x 1080 video
- Canon EF/EF-S Mount
- 485g - 129 x 101 x 78mm
- Released March 2016
- Alternative Name is EOS Rebel 1300D
- Superseded the Canon 1200D

Canon 100D vs Canon T6 Overview
Below is a in-depth analysis of the Canon 100D vs Canon T6, both Entry-Level DSLR digital cameras and both are designed by Canon. The sensor resolution of the 100D (18MP) and the T6 (18MP) is pretty well matched and both cameras boast the same sensor dimensions (APS-C).

The 100D was unveiled 3 years before the T6 and that is quite a serious gap as far as technology is concerned. Both cameras have the same body design (Compact SLR).
Before going straight to a step-by-step comparison, here is a concise highlight of how the 100D matches up vs the T6 when it comes to portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.

Canon 100D vs Canon T6 Gallery
This is a preview of the gallery images for Canon EOS 100D and Canon EOS T6. The full galleries are provided at Canon 100D Gallery and Canon T6 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Canon 100D over the Canon T6
100D | T6 | |||
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Screen resolution | 1040k | ![]() | 920k | Sharper screen (+120k dot) |
Touch friendly screen | ![]() | Quickly navigate |
Reasons to pick Canon T6 over the Canon 100D
T6 | 100D | |||
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Released | March 2016 | ![]() | July 2013 | More recent by 31 months |
Common features in the Canon 100D and Canon T6
100D | T6 | |||
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Manual focus | ![]() | More exact focus | ||
Screen type | Fixed | ![]() | Fixed | Fixed screen |
Screen dimensions | 3" | ![]() | 3" | Equal screen sizing |
Selfie screen | ![]() | Neither contains selfie screen |
Canon 100D vs Canon T6 Physical Comparison
For those who are aiming to lug around your camera often, you will want to think about its weight and size. The Canon 100D has got exterior measurements of 117mm x 91mm x 69mm (4.6" x 3.6" x 2.7") and a weight of 407 grams (0.90 lbs) while the Canon T6 has specifications of 129mm x 101mm x 78mm (5.1" x 4.0" x 3.1") accompanied by a weight of 485 grams (1.07 lbs).
Check out the Canon 100D vs Canon T6 in the all new Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.
Bear in mind, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary depending on the lens you are employing at that moment. Underneath is a front view sizing comparison of the 100D compared to the T6.

Considering dimensions and weight, the portability rating of the 100D and T6 is 73 and 68 respectively.

Canon 100D vs Canon T6 Sensor Comparison
More often than not, it is hard to envision the difference between sensor measurements simply by looking at specs. The graphic here might provide you a far better sense of the sensor measurements in the 100D and T6.
All in all, each of the cameras have the same sensor dimensions and the identical megapixels therefore you should expect similar quality of images although you should really factor the release date of the products into consideration. The older 100D is going to be disadvantaged with regard to sensor tech.

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Canon 100D vs Canon T6 Specifications
Canon EOS 100D | Canon EOS T6 | |
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General Information | ||
Brand Name | Canon | Canon |
Model | Canon EOS 100D | Canon EOS T6 |
Also called | EOS Rebel SL1 | EOS Rebel 1300D |
Type | Entry-Level DSLR | Entry-Level DSLR |
Revealed | 2013-07-26 | 2016-03-10 |
Body design | Compact SLR | Compact SLR |
Sensor Information | ||
Processor Chip | Digic 5 | Digic 4+ |
Sensor type | CMOS | CMOS |
Sensor size | APS-C | APS-C |
Sensor dimensions | 22.3 x 14.9mm | 22.3 x 14.9mm |
Sensor area | 332.3mm² | 332.3mm² |
Sensor resolution | 18 megapixel | 18 megapixel |
Anti aliasing filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 1:1, 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 | 1:1, 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 |
Maximum resolution | 5184 x 3456 | 5184 x 3456 |
Maximum native ISO | 12800 | 6400 |
Maximum boosted ISO | 25600 | 12800 |
Minimum native ISO | 100 | 100 |
RAW pictures | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Manual focus | ||
Touch to focus | ||
Continuous AF | ||
Single AF | ||
Tracking AF | ||
Selective AF | ||
Center weighted AF | ||
AF multi area | ||
AF live view | ||
Face detection focusing | ||
Contract detection focusing | ||
Phase detection focusing | ||
Number of focus points | 9 | 9 |
Cross focus points | 1 | - |
Lens | ||
Lens mount | Canon EF/EF-S | Canon EF/EF-S |
Total lenses | 326 | 326 |
Crop factor | 1.6 | 1.6 |
Screen | ||
Range of screen | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Screen sizing | 3 inch | 3 inch |
Screen resolution | 1,040k dot | 920k dot |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch display | ||
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder type | Optical (pentamirror) | Optical (pentamirror) |
Viewfinder coverage | 95 percent | 95 percent |
Viewfinder magnification | 0.55x | 0.5x |
Features | ||
Slowest shutter speed | 30 seconds | 30 seconds |
Maximum shutter speed | 1/4000 seconds | 1/4000 seconds |
Continuous shooting speed | 3.0 frames per sec | 3.0 frames per sec |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Expose Manually | ||
Exposure compensation | Yes | Yes |
Change WB | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Integrated flash | ||
Flash range | 9.40 m | 9.20 m (at ISO 100) |
Flash settings | Auto, On, Off, Red-eye | Auto, On, Off, Red-eye |
External flash | ||
Auto exposure bracketing | ||
White balance bracketing | ||
Maximum flash sync | 1/200 seconds | 1/200 seconds |
Exposure | ||
Multisegment metering | ||
Average metering | ||
Spot metering | ||
Partial metering | ||
AF area metering | ||
Center weighted metering | ||
Video features | ||
Supported video resolutions | 1920 x 1080 (30, 25, 24 fps), 1280 x 720 (60, 50 fps), 640 x 480 (30, 25 fps) | 1920 x 1080 (30p, 24p), 1280 x 720 (60p), 640 x 480 (30p) |
Maximum video resolution | 1920x1080 | 1920x1080 |
Video data format | H.264, Motion JPEG | MPEG-4, H.264 |
Mic jack | ||
Headphone jack | ||
Connectivity | ||
Wireless | Eye-Fi Connected | Built-In |
Bluetooth | ||
NFC | ||
HDMI | ||
USB | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) |
GPS | Optional | None |
Physical | ||
Environment seal | ||
Water proof | ||
Dust proof | ||
Shock proof | ||
Crush proof | ||
Freeze proof | ||
Weight | 407 grams (0.90 lbs) | 485 grams (1.07 lbs) |
Physical dimensions | 117 x 91 x 69mm (4.6" x 3.6" x 2.7") | 129 x 101 x 78mm (5.1" x 4.0" x 3.1") |
DXO scores | ||
DXO All around score | 63 | 66 |
DXO Color Depth score | 21.8 | 22.0 |
DXO Dynamic range score | 11.3 | 11.7 |
DXO Low light score | 843 | 781 |
Other | ||
Battery life | 380 images | 500 images |
Battery form | Battery Pack | Battery Pack |
Battery model | LP-E12 | LP-E10 |
Self timer | Yes (2s, 10s+remote, 10s + continuous shots 2-10)) | Yes (2 or 10 sec) |
Time lapse feature | ||
Storage media | SD/SDHC/SDXC | SD/SDHC/SDXC card |
Storage slots | One | One |
Launch pricing | $499 | $549 |