Canon 550D vs Canon 77D

Here is a extensive analysis of the Canon 550D versus Canon 77D, both Entry-Level DSLR digital cameras and both are created by Canon. There is a crucial difference between the resolutions of the 550D (18MP) and 77D (24MP) but both cameras offer the same sensor sizes (APS-C).

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The 550D was unveiled 7 years prior to the 77D and that is quite a serious gap as far as tech is concerned. Both the cameras have different body design with the Canon 550D being a Compact SLR camera and the Canon 77D being a Mid-size SLR camera.

Before diving straight to a more detailed comparison, here is a quick synopsis of how the 550D grades against the 77D in the way of portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

Following is a sample of the gallery pictures for Canon EOS 550D and Canon EOS 77D. The full galleries are viewable at Canon 550D Gallery and Canon 77D Gallery.

For those who are going to carry your camera often, you will have to factor its weight and dimensions. The Canon 550D comes with exterior dimensions of 129mm x 98mm x 62mm (5.1" x 3.9" x 2.4") with a weight of 530 grams (1.17 lbs) whilst the Canon 77D has dimensions of 131mm x 100mm x 76mm (5.2" x 3.9" x 3.0") and a weight of 540 grams (1.19 lbs).

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Remember, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary based on the lens you select at the time. Following is a front view size comparison of the 550D versus the 77D.

Factoring in size and weight, the portability rating of the 550D and 77D is 70 and 66 respectively.

Generally, its difficult to visualize the gap between sensor sizing simply by reviewing a spec sheet. The visual below will give you a clearer sense of the sensor dimensions in the 550D and 77D.

Clearly, both of these cameras provide the same sensor dimensions but different MP. You should anticipate the Canon 77D to deliver greater detail having an extra 6MP. Greater resolution can also allow you to crop photos more aggressively. The older 550D is going to be behind with regard to sensor tech.