Canon 550D vs Canon 760D

Here is a in-depth review of the Canon 550D versus Canon 760D, both Entry-Level DSLR digital cameras and they are both offered by Canon. There is a sizeable difference between the sensor resolutions of the 550D (18MP) and 760D (24MP) but both cameras posses the same sensor size (APS-C).

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The 550D was released 5 years earlier than the 760D and that is quite a large gap as far as tech is concerned. The two cameras have the same body design (Compact SLR).

Before diving into a in-depth comparison, here is a quick overview of how the 550D grades against the 760D with respect to portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

Below is a preview of the gallery photos for Canon EOS 550D and Canon EOS 760D. The complete galleries are viewable at Canon 550D Gallery and Canon 760D Gallery.

In case you're planning to carry your camera frequently, you will have to take into account its weight and proportions. The Canon 550D features exterior dimensions of 129mm x 98mm x 62mm (5.1" x 3.9" x 2.4") along with a weight of 530 grams (1.17 lbs) and the Canon 760D has measurements of 132mm x 101mm x 78mm (5.2" x 4.0" x 3.1") with a weight of 565 grams (1.25 lbs).

Contrast the Canon 550D versus Canon 760D in the latest Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Don't forget, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ depending on the lens you use at that time. The following is a front view physical size comparison of the 550D vs the 760D.

Taking into account size and weight, the portability score of the 550D and 760D is 70 and 66 respectively.

Generally, it is hard to envision the gap between sensor sizing only by reading through technical specs. The visual underneath will give you a much better sense of the sensor sizes in the 550D and 760D.

As you can tell, both of these cameras provide the same sensor dimensions albeit not the same resolution. You should count on the Canon 760D to give you greater detail as a result of its extra 6 Megapixels. Higher resolution will also let you crop pictures more aggressively. The older 550D is going to be disadvantaged when it comes to sensor innovation.