Canon 20D vs Canon T7i
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Canon 20D vs Canon T7i Key Specs
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Canon 20D vs Canon T7i Overview
In this article, we will be evaluating the Canon 20D vs Canon T7i, former is a Advanced DSLR while the latter is a Entry-Level DSLR and both are built by Canon. There exists a substantial gap among the resolutions of the 20D (8MP) and T7i (24MP) but they possess the same exact sensor sizing (APS-C).

The 20D was manufactured 13 years prior to the T7i which is a fairly big difference as far as camera technology is concerned. The two cameras offer the identical body type (Mid-size SLR).
Before getting through a detailed comparison, below is a quick summation of how the 20D matches up vs the T7i with respect to portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

Canon 20D vs Canon T7i Gallery
Following is a preview of the gallery photos for Canon EOS 20D & Canon EOS Rebel T7i. The entire galleries are available at Canon 20D Gallery & Canon T7i Gallery.
Reasons to pick Canon 20D over the Canon T7i
20D | T7i |
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Reasons to pick Canon T7i over the Canon 20D
T7i | 20D | |||
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Released | February 2017 | ![]() | November 2004 | More modern by 149 months |
Screen type | Fully Articulated | ![]() | Fixed | Fully Articulating screen |
Screen sizing | 3" | ![]() | 1.8" | Bigger screen (+1.2") |
Screen resolution | 1040k | ![]() | 118k | Clearer screen (+922k dot) |
Selfie screen | ![]() | Easy selfies | ||
Touch screen | ![]() | Quickly navigate |
Common features in the Canon 20D and Canon T7i
20D | T7i | |||
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Focus manually | ![]() | More precise focusing |
Canon 20D vs Canon T7i Physical Comparison
For those who are going to carry around your camera, you are going to need to factor in its weight and measurements. The Canon 20D comes with outside measurements of 144mm x 106mm x 72mm (5.7" x 4.2" x 2.8") and a weight of 770 grams (1.70 lbs) and the Canon T7i has proportions of 131mm x 100mm x 76mm (5.2" x 3.9" x 3.0") with a weight of 532 grams (1.17 lbs).
Take a look at the Canon 20D vs Canon T7i in our brand new Camera & Lens Size Comparison Tool.
Bear in mind, the weight of an ILC will change based on the lens you use at that time. Below is the front view sizing comparison of the 20D compared to the T7i.

Taking into consideration dimensions and weight, the portability grade of the 20D and T7i is 59 and 67 respectively.

Canon 20D vs Canon T7i Sensor Comparison
Typically, it can be difficult to imagine the contrast in sensor sizes just by researching specifications. The picture below might offer you a greater sense of the sensor measurements in the 20D and T7i.
Plainly, both the cameras enjoy the same exact sensor sizing albeit different resolution. You can count on the Canon T7i to provide you with greater detail due to its extra 16 Megapixels. Higher resolution will help you crop photographs far more aggressively. The more aged 20D will be disadvantaged with regard to sensor technology.

Canon 20D vs Canon T7i Screen and ViewFinder


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Canon 20D vs Canon T7i Specifications
Canon EOS 20D | Canon EOS Rebel T7i | |
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General Information | ||
Brand | Canon | Canon |
Model | Canon EOS 20D | Canon EOS Rebel T7i |
Also called | - | EOS 800D / Kiss X9i |
Type | Advanced DSLR | Entry-Level DSLR |
Released | 2004-11-03 | 2017-02-15 |
Body design | Mid-size SLR | Mid-size SLR |
Sensor Information | ||
Processor Chip | - | DIGIC 7 |
Sensor type | CMOS | CMOS |
Sensor size | APS-C | APS-C |
Sensor dimensions | 22.5 x 15mm | 22.3 x 14.9mm |
Sensor area | 337.5mm² | 332.3mm² |
Sensor resolution | 8MP | 24MP |
Anti aliasing filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 3:2 | 1:1, 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 |
Highest Possible resolution | 3504 x 2336 | 6000 x 4000 |
Maximum native ISO | 1600 | 25600 |
Maximum enhanced ISO | 3200 | 51200 |
Minimum native ISO | 100 | 100 |
RAW images | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Manual focus | ||
AF touch | ||
Continuous AF | ||
Single AF | ||
AF tracking | ||
Selective AF | ||
AF center weighted | ||
AF multi area | ||
AF live view | ||
Face detection focusing | ||
Contract detection focusing | ||
Phase detection focusing | ||
Number of focus points | 9 | 45 |
Lens | ||
Lens mount | Canon EF/EF-S | Canon EF/EF-S |
Total lenses | 326 | 326 |
Focal length multiplier | 1.6 | 1.6 |
Screen | ||
Range of screen | Fixed Type | Fully Articulated |
Screen size | 1.8" | 3" |
Resolution of screen | 118 thousand dot | 1,040 thousand dot |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch functionality | ||
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder | Optical (pentaprism) | Optical (pentamirror) |
Viewfinder coverage | 95% | 95% |
Viewfinder magnification | 0.56x | 0.51x |
Features | ||
Minimum shutter speed | 30 seconds | 30 seconds |
Fastest shutter speed | 1/8000 seconds | 1/4000 seconds |
Continuous shutter speed | 5.0 frames/s | 6.0 frames/s |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Manual exposure | ||
Exposure compensation | - | Yes |
Set WB | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Inbuilt flash | ||
Flash range | 12.00 m (ISO 100) | 12.00 m (at ISO 100) |
Flash settings | Auto, On, Red-eye reduction, Off | - |
External flash | ||
Auto exposure bracketing | ||
White balance bracketing | ||
Fastest flash sync | - | 1/200 seconds |
Exposure | ||
Multisegment | ||
Average | ||
Spot | ||
Partial | ||
AF area | ||
Center weighted | ||
Video features | ||
Supported video resolutions | - | 1920 x 1080 @ 60p / 60 Mbps, MOV, H.264, Linear PCM |
Maximum video resolution | None | 1920x1080 |
Video data format | - | MPEG-4, H.264 |
Mic jack | ||
Headphone jack | ||
Connectivity | ||
Wireless | None | Built-In |
Bluetooth | ||
NFC | ||
HDMI | ||
USB | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) |
GPS | None | Optional |
Physical | ||
Environmental seal | ||
Water proof | ||
Dust proof | ||
Shock proof | ||
Crush proof | ||
Freeze proof | ||
Weight | 770 grams (1.70 lbs) | 532 grams (1.17 lbs) |
Dimensions | 144 x 106 x 72mm (5.7" x 4.2" x 2.8") | 131 x 100 x 76mm (5.2" x 3.9" x 3.0") |
DXO scores | ||
DXO Overall score | 62 | not tested |
DXO Color Depth score | 21.9 | not tested |
DXO Dynamic range score | 11.0 | not tested |
DXO Low light score | 721 | not tested |
Other | ||
Battery life | - | 600 photographs |
Battery form | - | Battery Pack |
Self timer | Yes (10 sec (2 sec with mirror lock-up)) | Yes (2 or 10 sec) |
Time lapse shooting | ||
Storage media | Compact Flash (Type I or II) | SD/SDHC/SDXC (UHS-I compatible) |
Storage slots | 1 | 1 |
Launch price | $1,300 | $749 |