Canon 50D vs Canon T7i
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Canon 50D vs Canon T7i Key Specs
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Canon 50D vs Canon T7i Overview
The following is a extensive overview of the Canon 50D 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 large gap among the sensor resolutions of the 50D (15MP) and T7i (24MP) but they possess the exact same sensor dimensions (APS-C).

The 50D was introduced 9 years before the T7i which is a fairly serious difference as far as camera technology is concerned. Each of the cameras come with the identical body type (Mid-size SLR).
Before we go through a detailed comparison, below is a quick overview of how the 50D matches up against the T7i with respect to portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

Canon 50D vs Canon T7i Gallery
The following is a preview of the gallery images for Canon EOS 50D & Canon EOS Rebel T7i. The whole galleries are available at Canon 50D Gallery & Canon T7i Gallery.
Reasons to pick Canon 50D over the Canon T7i
50D | T7i |
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Reasons to pick Canon T7i over the Canon 50D
T7i | 50D | |||
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Launched | February 2017 | ![]() | October 2008 | Newer by 101 months |
Screen type | Fully Articulated | ![]() | Fixed | Fully Articulating screen |
Screen resolution | 1040k | ![]() | 920k | Clearer screen (+120k dot) |
Selfie screen | ![]() | Easy selfies | ||
Touch screen | ![]() | Quickly navigate |
Common features in the Canon 50D and Canon T7i
50D | T7i | |||
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Manually focus | ![]() | Dial accurate focus | ||
Screen dimension | 3" | ![]() | 3" | Identical screen sizing |
Canon 50D vs Canon T7i Physical Comparison
For anybody who is looking to travel with your camera, you'll need to factor its weight and size. The Canon 50D has exterior measurements of 146mm x 108mm x 74mm (5.7" x 4.3" x 2.9") with a weight of 822 grams (1.81 lbs) whilst the Canon T7i has specifications of 131mm x 100mm x 76mm (5.2" x 3.9" x 3.0") and a weight of 532 grams (1.17 lbs).
Contrast the Canon 50D vs Canon T7i in our newest Camera plus Lens Size Comparison Tool.
Don't forget, the weight of an ILC will differ based on the lens you select during that time. Underneath is the front view size comparison of the 50D versus the T7i.

Looking at dimensions and weight, the portability rating of the 50D and T7i is 57 and 67 respectively.

Canon 50D vs Canon T7i Sensor Comparison
Typically, it's difficult to picture the difference in sensor dimensions simply by researching technical specs. The picture here may offer you a much better sense of the sensor sizing in the 50D and T7i.
As you have seen, both of these cameras posses the exact same sensor measurements albeit different megapixels. You can expect the Canon T7i to result in extra detail using its extra 9MP. Higher resolution will make it easier to crop shots somewhat more aggressively. The more aged 50D will be disadvantaged with regard to sensor tech.

Canon 50D vs Canon T7i Screen and ViewFinder


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Canon 50D vs Canon T7i Specifications
Canon EOS 50D | Canon EOS Rebel T7i | |
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General Information | ||
Company | Canon | Canon |
Model | Canon EOS 50D | Canon EOS Rebel T7i |
Other name | - | EOS 800D / Kiss X9i |
Class | Advanced DSLR | Entry-Level DSLR |
Announced | 2008-10-30 | 2017-02-15 |
Physical type | Mid-size SLR | Mid-size SLR |
Sensor Information | ||
Processor Chip | Digic 4 | DIGIC 7 |
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 | 15 megapixels | 24 megapixels |
Anti aliasing filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 3:2 | 1:1, 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 |
Maximum resolution | 4752 x 3168 | 6000 x 4000 |
Maximum native ISO | 3200 | 25600 |
Maximum boosted ISO | 12800 | 51200 |
Lowest native ISO | 100 | 100 |
RAW format | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Manual focus | ||
Touch to focus | ||
Continuous autofocus | ||
Single autofocus | ||
Autofocus tracking | ||
Selective autofocus | ||
Center weighted autofocus | ||
Autofocus multi area | ||
Autofocus live view | ||
Face detection autofocus | ||
Contract detection autofocus | ||
Phase detection autofocus | ||
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 | ||
Screen type | Fixed Type | Fully Articulated |
Screen size | 3 inches | 3 inches |
Screen resolution | 920 thousand dots | 1,040 thousand dots |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch operation | ||
Screen technology | TFT liquid-crystal color LCD | - |
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder type | Optical (pentaprism) | Optical (pentamirror) |
Viewfinder coverage | 95% | 95% |
Viewfinder magnification | 0.6x | 0.51x |
Features | ||
Slowest shutter speed | 30 secs | 30 secs |
Maximum shutter speed | 1/8000 secs | 1/4000 secs |
Continuous shooting rate | 6.3fps | 6.0fps |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Manually set exposure | ||
Exposure compensation | Yes | Yes |
Custom white balance | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Built-in flash | ||
Flash range | 13.00 m (ISO 100) | 12.00 m (at ISO 100) |
Flash modes | Auto, On, Off, Red-eye | - |
External flash | ||
AEB | ||
White balance bracketing | ||
Maximum flash synchronize | 1/250 secs | 1/200 secs |
Exposure | ||
Multisegment exposure | ||
Average exposure | ||
Spot exposure | ||
Partial exposure | ||
AF area exposure | ||
Center weighted exposure | ||
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 support | ||
Headphone support | ||
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 sealing | ||
Water proof | ||
Dust proof | ||
Shock proof | ||
Crush proof | ||
Freeze proof | ||
Weight | 822 gr (1.81 pounds) | 532 gr (1.17 pounds) |
Dimensions | 146 x 108 x 74mm (5.7" x 4.3" x 2.9") | 131 x 100 x 76mm (5.2" x 3.9" x 3.0") |
DXO scores | ||
DXO All around score | 63 | not tested |
DXO Color Depth score | 21.8 | not tested |
DXO Dynamic range score | 11.4 | not tested |
DXO Low light score | 696 | not tested |
Other | ||
Battery life | 800 images | 600 images |
Form of battery | Battery Pack | Battery Pack |
Battery model | BP-511A | - |
Self timer | Yes (2 or 10 sec) | Yes (2 or 10 sec) |
Time lapse feature | ||
Storage type | Compact Flash (Type I or II), UDMA | SD/SDHC/SDXC (UHS-I compatible) |
Card slots | Single | Single |
Launch cost | $996 | $749 |