Canon 550D vs Canon T7
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Canon 550D vs Canon T7 Key Specs
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- 18MP - APS-C Sensor
- 3" Fixed Screen
- ISO 100 - 6400 (Raise to 12800)
- 1920 x 1080 video
- Canon EF/EF-S Mount
- 530g - 129 x 98 x 62mm
- Released April 2010
- Additionally referred to as EOS Rebel T2i / EOS Kiss X4
- Old Model is Canon 500D
- Refreshed by Canon 600D
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- 24MP - APS-C Sensor
- 3" Fixed Screen
- ISO 100 - 6400 (Push to 12800)
- 1920 x 1080 video
- Canon EF/EF-S Mount
- 475g - 129 x 101 x 78mm
- Released February 2018
- Also referred to as EOS 2000D
Canon 550D vs Canon T7 Overview
On this page, we will be contrasting the Canon 550D and Canon T7, both Entry-Level DSLR cameras and they are both manufactured by Canon. There exists a sizeable gap among the image resolutions of the 550D (18MP) and T7 (24MP) but both cameras provide the same sensor measurements (APS-C).
Samsung Releases Faster Versions of EVO MicroSD CardsThe 550D was released 9 years before the T7 which is a fairly large gap as far as camera technology is concerned. Both of the cameras have the same body design (Compact SLR).
Before getting into a thorough comparison, here is a short highlight of how the 550D scores vs the T7 with regard to portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.
Canon 550D vs Canon T7 Gallery
The following is a preview of the gallery photos for Canon EOS 550D and Canon EOS Rebel T7. The complete galleries are viewable at Canon 550D Gallery and Canon T7 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Canon 550D over the Canon T7
550D | T7 | |||
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Screen resolution | 1040k | 920k | Clearer screen (+120k dot) |
Reasons to pick Canon T7 over the Canon 550D
T7 | 550D | |||
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Released | February 2018 | April 2010 | Newer by 96 months |
Common features in the Canon 550D and Canon T7
550D | T7 | |||
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Manually focus | Very exact focusing | |||
Screen type | Fixed | Fixed | Fixed screen | |
Screen dimensions | 3" | 3" | Equal screen measurements | |
Selfie screen | Absent selfie screen | |||
Touch screen | Absent Touch screen |
Canon 550D vs Canon T7 Physical Comparison
If you are looking to travel with your camera regularly, you need to factor in its weight and volume. The Canon 550D comes with exterior measurements of 129mm x 98mm x 62mm (5.1" x 3.9" x 2.4") with a weight of 530 grams (1.17 lbs) while the Canon T7 has sizing of 129mm x 101mm x 78mm (5.1" x 4.0" x 3.1") along with a weight of 475 grams (1.05 lbs).
Contrast the Canon 550D and Canon T7 in the latest Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.Take into consideration, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ dependant on the lens you are utilizing at that moment. Underneath is a front view sizing comparison of the 550D and the T7.
Looking at dimensions and weight, the portability grade of the 550D and T7 is 70 and 68 respectively.
Canon 550D vs Canon T7 Sensor Comparison
Normally, it can be tough to visualise the contrast in sensor dimensions merely by checking out specifications. The pic below should give you a far better sense of the sensor sizing in the 550D and T7.
Plainly, each of these cameras have the same sensor dimensions albeit not the same resolution. You should count on the Canon T7 to produce greater detail as a result of its extra 6MP. Higher resolution will also help you crop photographs a bit more aggressively. The more aged 550D will be behind in sensor tech.
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Canon 550D vs Canon T7 Specifications
Canon EOS 550D | Canon EOS Rebel T7 | |
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General Information | ||
Brand | Canon | Canon |
Model | Canon EOS 550D | Canon EOS Rebel T7 |
Also referred to as | EOS Rebel T2i / EOS Kiss X4 | EOS 2000D |
Class | Entry-Level DSLR | Entry-Level DSLR |
Released | 2010-04-01 | 2018-02-26 |
Physical type | Compact SLR | Compact SLR |
Sensor Information | ||
Processor Chip | Digic 4 | Digic 4+ |
Sensor type | CMOS | CMOS |
Sensor size | APS-C | APS-C |
Sensor dimensions | 22.3 x 14.9mm | 22.3 x 14.9mm |
Sensor surface area | 332.3mm² | 332.3mm² |
Sensor resolution | 18MP | 24MP |
Anti aliasing filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 3:2 | 1:1, 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 |
Highest resolution | 5184 x 3456 | 6000 x 4000 |
Highest native ISO | 6400 | 6400 |
Highest boosted ISO | 12800 | 12800 |
Minimum native ISO | 100 | 100 |
RAW files | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Focus manually | ||
Autofocus touch | ||
Continuous autofocus | ||
Single autofocus | ||
Tracking autofocus | ||
Autofocus selectice | ||
Center weighted autofocus | ||
Autofocus multi area | ||
Live view autofocus | ||
Face detection autofocus | ||
Contract detection autofocus | ||
Phase detection autofocus | ||
Number of focus points | 9 | 9 |
Lens | ||
Lens mounting type | Canon EF/EF-S | Canon EF/EF-S |
Total lenses | 326 | 326 |
Focal length multiplier | 1.6 | 1.6 |
Screen | ||
Type of screen | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Screen diagonal | 3" | 3" |
Screen resolution | 1,040k dots | 920k dots |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch friendly | ||
Screen technology | TFT color liquid-crystal LCD | - |
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder | Optical (pentamirror) | Optical (pentamirror) |
Viewfinder coverage | 95 percent | 95 percent |
Viewfinder magnification | 0.55x | 0.5x |
Features | ||
Slowest shutter speed | 30 seconds | 30 seconds |
Maximum shutter speed | 1/4000 seconds | 1/4000 seconds |
Continuous shooting rate | 4.0fps | 3.0fps |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Manually set exposure | ||
Exposure compensation | Yes | Yes |
Set white balance | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Integrated flash | ||
Flash range | 13.00 m | 9.20 m (at ISO 100) |
Flash modes | Auto, On, Off, Red-eye | Auto, On, Off, Red-eye |
Hot shoe | ||
Auto exposure bracketing | ||
WB bracketing | ||
Maximum flash synchronize | 1/200 seconds | 1/200 seconds |
Exposure | ||
Multisegment metering | ||
Average metering | ||
Spot metering | ||
Partial metering | ||
AF area metering | ||
Center weighted metering | ||
Video features | ||
Video resolutions | 1920 x 1080 (30, 25, 24 fps), 1280 x 720 (60, 50 fps), 640 x 480 (60, 50 fps) | 1920 x 1080 @ 30p / 46 Mbps, MOV, H.264, Linear PCM |
Highest video resolution | 1920x1080 | 1920x1080 |
Video format | H.264 | MPEG-4, H.264 |
Mic support | ||
Headphone support | ||
Connectivity | ||
Wireless | Eye-Fi Connected | Built-In |
Bluetooth | ||
NFC | ||
HDMI | ||
USB | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) |
GPS | None | None |
Physical | ||
Environmental sealing | ||
Water proof | ||
Dust proof | ||
Shock proof | ||
Crush proof | ||
Freeze proof | ||
Weight | 530 gr (1.17 lbs) | 475 gr (1.05 lbs) |
Physical dimensions | 129 x 98 x 62mm (5.1" x 3.9" x 2.4") | 129 x 101 x 78mm (5.1" x 4.0" x 3.1") |
DXO scores | ||
DXO All around score | 66 | 71 |
DXO Color Depth score | 22.0 | 22.6 |
DXO Dynamic range score | 11.6 | 11.9 |
DXO Low light score | 807 | 1009 |
Other | ||
Battery life | 470 shots | 500 shots |
Battery style | Battery Pack | Battery Pack |
Battery model | LP-E8 | LP-E10 |
Self timer | Yes (2 sec or 10 sec) | Yes (2 or 10 sec) |
Time lapse feature | ||
Type of storage | SD/SDHC/SDXC | SD/SDHC/SDXC card |
Card slots | Single | Single |
Launch cost | $599 | $390 |