Canon 70D vs Canon T8i
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Canon 70D vs Canon T8i Key Specs
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- 24MP - APS-C Sensor
- 3" Fully Articulated Display
- ISO 100 - 25600 (Increase to 51200)
- 3840 x 2160 video
- Canon EF/EF-S Mount
- 515g - 131 x 103 x 76mm
- Launched February 2020
- Other Name is EOS 850D / EOS Kiss X10i Specs
- Superseded the Canon T7i

Canon 70D vs Canon T8i Overview
On this page, we are evaluating the Canon 70D vs Canon T8i, one being a Advanced DSLR and the other is a Entry-Level DSLR and both are produced by Canon. The sensor resolution of the 70D (20MP) and the T8i (24MP) is fairly similar and both cameras boast the same sensor sizes (APS-C).

The 70D was released 7 years earlier than the T8i and that is quite a large gap as far as tech is concerned. Both cameras have different body design with the Canon 70D being a Mid-size SLR camera and the Canon T8i being a Compact SLR camera.
Before we go into a more detailed comparison, here is a simple overview of how the 70D matches up versus the T8i with regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.

Canon 70D vs Canon T8i Gallery
Here is a sample of the gallery pictures for Canon EOS 70D and Canon EOS Rebel T8i. The complete galleries are available at Canon 70D Gallery and Canon T8i Gallery.
Reasons to pick Canon 70D over the Canon T8i
70D | T8i |
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Reasons to pick Canon T8i over the Canon 70D
T8i | 70D | |||
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Launched | February 2020 | ![]() | October 2013 | More recent by 76 months |
Common features in the Canon 70D and Canon T8i
70D | T8i | |||
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Focus manually | ![]() | Very accurate focusing | ||
Display type | Fully Articulated | ![]() | Fully Articulated | Fully Articulated display |
Display dimensions | 3" | ![]() | 3" | Equal display dimensions |
Display resolution | 1040k | ![]() | 1040k | Same display resolution |
Selfie screen | ![]() | Both good for selfies | ||
Touch friendly display | ![]() | Easily navigate |
Canon 70D vs Canon T8i Physical Comparison
For anyone who is going to lug around your camera frequently, you'll have to think about its weight and size. The Canon 70D comes with physical measurements of 139mm x 104mm x 79mm (5.5" x 4.1" x 3.1") with a weight of 755 grams (1.66 lbs) while the Canon T8i has specifications of 131mm x 103mm x 76mm (5.2" x 4.1" x 3.0") along with a weight of 515 grams (1.14 lbs).
Check out the Canon 70D vs Canon T8i in the new Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.
Remember, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary dependant on the lens you use during that time. Underneath is a front view measurement comparison of the 70D versus the T8i.

Factoring in size and weight, the portability grade of the 70D and T8i is 59 and 67 respectively.

Canon 70D vs Canon T8i Sensor Comparison
Oftentimes, it is very difficult to picture the contrast between sensor measurements merely by reading specs. The visual here might provide you a much better sense of the sensor sizing in the 70D and T8i.
All in all, both of those cameras have the same sensor dimensions but different MP. You should anticipate the Canon T8i to deliver extra detail as a result of its extra 4 Megapixels. Greater resolution will also help you crop photos a bit more aggressively. The older 70D is going to be behind with regard to sensor innovation.

Canon 70D vs Canon T8i Screen and ViewFinder


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Canon 70D vs Canon T8i Specifications
Canon EOS 70D | Canon EOS Rebel T8i | |
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General Information | ||
Brand Name | Canon | Canon |
Model type | Canon EOS 70D | Canon EOS Rebel T8i |
Otherwise known as | - | EOS 850D / EOS Kiss X10i Specs |
Category | Advanced DSLR | Entry-Level DSLR |
Launched | 2013-10-31 | 2020-02-12 |
Physical type | Mid-size SLR | Compact SLR |
Sensor Information | ||
Powered by | Digic 5+ | DIGIC 8 |
Sensor type | CMOS | CMOS |
Sensor size | APS-C | APS-C |
Sensor dimensions | 22.5 x 15mm | 22.3 x 14.9mm |
Sensor surface area | 337.5mm² | 332.3mm² |
Sensor resolution | 20 megapixels | 24 megapixels |
Anti alias filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 1:1, 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 | 1:1, 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 |
Highest Possible resolution | 5472 x 3648 | 6000 x 4000 |
Maximum native ISO | 12800 | 25600 |
Maximum enhanced ISO | 25600 | 51200 |
Lowest native ISO | 100 | 100 |
RAW files | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Focus manually | ||
Touch focus | ||
Continuous AF | ||
AF single | ||
Tracking AF | ||
AF selectice | ||
Center weighted AF | ||
AF multi area | ||
Live view AF | ||
Face detect focusing | ||
Contract detect focusing | ||
Phase detect focusing | ||
Total focus points | 19 | 45 |
Cross type focus points | 19 | - |
Lens | ||
Lens support | Canon EF/EF-S | Canon EF/EF-S |
Number of lenses | 326 | 326 |
Crop factor | 1.6 | 1.6 |
Screen | ||
Display type | Fully Articulated | Fully Articulated |
Display sizing | 3 inch | 3 inch |
Display resolution | 1,040k dots | 1,040k dots |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch friendly | ||
Display technology | Clear View II TFT color LCD | - |
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder | Optical (pentaprism) | Optical (pentamirror) |
Viewfinder coverage | 98 percent | 95 percent |
Viewfinder magnification | 0.6x | 0.51x |
Features | ||
Min shutter speed | 30 seconds | 30 seconds |
Max shutter speed | 1/8000 seconds | 1/4000 seconds |
Continuous shutter rate | 7.0fps | 7.5fps |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Manually set exposure | ||
Exposure compensation | Yes | Yes |
Change WB | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Inbuilt flash | ||
Flash distance | 12.00 m | 4.00 m (with Auto ISO) |
Flash options | Auto, On, Off, Red-eye | - |
External flash | ||
AE bracketing | ||
White balance bracketing | ||
Max flash synchronize | 1/250 seconds | - |
Exposure | ||
Multisegment | ||
Average | ||
Spot | ||
Partial | ||
AF area | ||
Center weighted | ||
Video features | ||
Video resolutions | 1920 x 1080 (29.97, 25, 23.976 fps), 1280 x 720 (59.94, 50 fps), 640 x 480 (59.94, 50 fps) | 3840 x 2160 @ 25p / 120 Mbps, MP4, H.264, AAC3840 x 2160 @ 23.98p / 120 Mbps, MP4, H.264, AAC1920 x 1080 @ 60p / 60 Mbps, MP4, H.264, AAC1920 x 1080 @ 50p / 60 Mbps, MP4, H.264, AAC1920 x 1080 @ 30p / 30 Mbps, MP4, H.264, AAC1920 x 1080 @ 25p / 30 Mbps, MP4, H.264, AAC1920 x 1080 @ 23.98p / 30 Mbps, MP4, H.264, AAC |
Maximum video resolution | 1920x1080 | 3840x2160 |
Video format | H.264 | MPEG-4, H.264 |
Mic port | ||
Headphone port | ||
Connectivity | ||
Wireless | Built-In | Built-In |
Bluetooth | ||
NFC | ||
HDMI | ||
USB | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) |
GPS | Optional | Optional |
Physical | ||
Environment sealing | ||
Water proofing | ||
Dust proofing | ||
Shock proofing | ||
Crush proofing | ||
Freeze proofing | ||
Weight | 755 grams (1.66 pounds) | 515 grams (1.14 pounds) |
Physical dimensions | 139 x 104 x 79mm (5.5" x 4.1" x 3.1") | 131 x 103 x 76mm (5.2" x 4.1" x 3.0") |
DXO scores | ||
DXO Overall rating | 68 | not tested |
DXO Color Depth rating | 22.5 | not tested |
DXO Dynamic range rating | 11.6 | not tested |
DXO Low light rating | 926 | not tested |
Other | ||
Battery life | 920 shots | 800 shots |
Type of battery | Battery Pack | Battery Pack |
Battery ID | LP-E6 | - |
Self timer | Yes (2 or 10 sec, remote) | Yes (2 or 10 sec) |
Time lapse feature | ||
Type of storage | SD/SDHC/SDXC | SD/SDHC/SDXC (UHS-I compatible) |
Card slots | 1 | 1 |
Retail pricing | $758 | $750 |