Canon 600D vs Canon 7D

In this write-up, we will be evaluating the Canon 600D vs Canon 7D, former being a Entry-Level DSLR while the latter is a Advanced DSLR and both are produced by Canon. The image resolution of the 600D (18MP) and the 7D (18MP) is pretty well matched and they feature the same exact sensor measurements (APS-C).

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The 600D was launched 17 months later than the 7D which makes the cameras a generation apart from each other. The two cameras offer different body type with the Canon 600D being a Compact SLR camera and the Canon 7D being a Mid-size SLR camera.

Before delving in to a comprehensive comparison, below is a concise summary of how the 600D scores versus the 7D in regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.

Below is a preview of the gallery images for Canon EOS 600D & Canon EOS 7D. The complete galleries are viewable at Canon 600D Gallery & Canon 7D Gallery.

When you are planning to lug around your camera, you will need to take into account its weight and volume. The Canon 600D offers external measurements of 133mm x 100mm x 80mm (5.2" x 3.9" x 3.1") with a weight of 570 grams (1.26 lbs) and the Canon 7D has sizing of 148mm x 111mm x 74mm (5.8" x 4.4" x 2.9") along with a weight of 860 grams (1.90 lbs).

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Remember that, the weight of an ILC will change dependant on the lens you choose during that time. Here is the front view proportions comparison of the 600D against the 7D.

Using size and weight, the portability score of the 600D and 7D is 66 and 56 respectively.

Usually, it's hard to see the difference between sensor measurements merely by reading through technical specs. The photograph here might offer you a better sense of the sensor sizing in the 600D and 7D.

As you have seen, the two cameras offer the same exact sensor sizing and the exact same MP and you can expect similar quality of photographs though you need to take the launch date of the products into consideration. The newer 600D will have an advantage with regard to sensor innovation.