Canon 50D vs Canon SL2

Its time to look more closely at the Canon 50D versus Canon SL2, one is a Advanced DSLR and the other is a Entry-Level DSLR and they are both sold by Canon. There is a huge difference between the image resolutions of the 50D (15MP) and SL2 (24MP) but both cameras provide the identical sensor size (APS-C).

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The 50D was announced 9 years prior to the SL2 which is quite a significant gap as far as tech is concerned. Each of these cameras feature different body design with the Canon 50D being a Mid-size SLR camera and the Canon SL2 being a Compact SLR camera.

Before getting straight to a in-depth comparison, here is a simple summation of how the 50D grades vs the SL2 when it comes to portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

Here is a sample of the gallery pictures for Canon EOS 50D and Canon EOS Rebel SL2. The whole galleries are viewable at Canon 50D Gallery and Canon SL2 Gallery.

For those who are aiming to travel with your camera regularly, you will need to take into account its weight and proportions. The Canon 50D offers external measurements of 146mm x 108mm x 74mm (5.7" x 4.3" x 2.9") along with a weight of 822 grams (1.81 lbs) while the Canon SL2 has measurements of 122mm x 93mm x 70mm (4.8" x 3.7" x 2.8") with a weight of 453 grams (1.00 lbs).

Check out the Canon 50D versus Canon SL2 in the latest Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Remember, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change based on the lens you choose at that moment. The following is a front view proportions comparison of the 50D and the SL2.

Factoring in size and weight, the portability rating of the 50D and SL2 is 57 and 71 respectively.

In many cases, its tough to visualise the gap between sensor dimensions merely by going over technical specs. The image underneath will give you a more clear sense of the sensor measurements in the 50D and SL2.

As you have seen, each of these cameras come with the identical sensor size but not the same megapixels. You should anticipate the Canon SL2 to offer greater detail with its extra 9 Megapixels. Greater resolution will enable you to crop images a good deal more aggressively. The more aged 50D is going to be disadvantaged with regard to sensor innovation.