Canon 600D vs Canon SL2

Its time to examine more in depth at the Canon 600D and Canon SL2, both Entry-Level DSLR cameras and both are manufactured by Canon. There is a sizable difference among the image resolutions of the 600D (18MP) and SL2 (24MP) but they use the same exact sensor size (APS-C).

Japan-exclusive Leica Leitz Phone 3 features big sensor and new modes

The 600D was manufactured 7 years prior to the SL2 and that is a fairly significant difference as far as camera tech is concerned. Both of these cameras offer the identical body type (Compact SLR).

Before diving straight into a comprehensive comparison, below is a short view of how the 600D grades versus the SL2 in terms of portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

Below is a preview of the gallery photos for Canon EOS 600D & Canon EOS Rebel SL2. The entire galleries are viewable at Canon 600D Gallery & Canon SL2 Gallery.

For anybody who is aiming to carry your camera frequently, you will have to think about its weight and volume. The Canon 600D has external dimensions of 133mm x 100mm x 80mm (5.2" x 3.9" x 3.1") along with a weight of 570 grams (1.26 lbs) whilst the Canon SL2 has sizing of 122mm x 93mm x 70mm (4.8" x 3.7" x 2.8") and a weight of 453 grams (1.00 lbs).

Compare the Canon 600D and Canon SL2 in our newest Camera plus Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Remember that, the weight of an ILC will change based on the lens you have chosen during that time. The following is the front view overall size comparison of the 600D against the SL2.

Taking into account size and weight, the portability rating of the 600D and SL2 is 66 and 71 respectively.

Oftentimes, its tough to envision the gap in sensor sizing just by seeing technical specs. The visual below may provide you a more clear sense of the sensor dimensions in the 600D and SL2.

As you have seen, each of these cameras offer the same exact sensor sizing albeit not the same resolution. You can count on the Canon SL2 to provide extra detail due to its extra 6 Megapixels. Higher resolution will help you crop photographs a little more aggressively. The older 600D will be disadvantaged in sensor innovation.