Canon 77D vs Nikon D3200
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Canon 77D vs Nikon D3200 Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 24MP - APS-C Sensor
- 3" Fully Articulated Screen
- ISO 100 - 25600 (Expand to 51200)
- 1920 x 1080 video
- Canon EF/EF-S Mount
- 540g - 131 x 100 x 76mm
- Released February 2017
- Also Known as EOS 9000D
- Earlier Model is Canon T6s
(Full Review)
- 24MP - APS-C Sensor
- 3" Fixed Display
- ISO 100 - 6400 (Push to 12800)
- 1920 x 1080 video
- Nikon F Mount
- 505g - 125 x 96 x 77mm
- Revealed July 2012
- Previous Model is Nikon D3100
- Replacement is Nikon D3300

Canon 77D vs Nikon D3200 Overview
Its time to take a deeper look at the Canon 77D and Nikon D3200, both Entry-Level DSLR cameras by rivals Canon and Nikon. The image resolution of the 77D (24MP) and the D3200 (24MP) is very close and both cameras boast the same sensor dimensions (APS-C).

The 77D was brought out 4 years after the D3200 which is a fairly large gap as far as camera technology is concerned. Each of the cameras have different body design with the Canon 77D being a Mid-size SLR camera and the Nikon D3200 being a Compact SLR camera.
Before going right into a in-depth comparison, here is a quick highlight of how the 77D scores against the D3200 when considering portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

Canon 77D vs Nikon D3200 Gallery
The following is a sample of the gallery pics for Canon EOS 77D and Nikon D3200. The entire galleries are provided at Canon 77D Gallery and Nikon D3200 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Canon 77D over the Nikon D3200
77D | D3200 | |||
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Revealed | February 2017 | ![]() | July 2012 | Newer by 56 months |
Display type | Fully Articulated | ![]() | Fixed | Fully Articulating display |
Display resolution | 1040k | ![]() | 921k | Crisper display (+119k dot) |
Selfie screen | ![]() | Take selfies | ||
Touch friendly display | ![]() | Easily navigate |
Reasons to pick Nikon D3200 over the Canon 77D
D3200 | 77D |
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Common features in the Canon 77D and Nikon D3200
77D | D3200 | |||
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Manual focus | ![]() | Very accurate focusing | ||
Display dimensions | 3" | ![]() | 3" | Equal display sizing |
Canon 77D vs Nikon D3200 Physical Comparison
For anybody who is aiming to travel with your camera, you have to consider its weight and size. The Canon 77D has got physical measurements of 131mm x 100mm x 76mm (5.2" x 3.9" x 3.0") with a weight of 540 grams (1.19 lbs) and the Nikon D3200 has specifications of 125mm x 96mm x 77mm (4.9" x 3.8" x 3.0") accompanied by a weight of 505 grams (1.11 lbs).
Examine the Canon 77D and Nikon D3200 in the all new Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.
Remember, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ based on the lens you choose at the time. Below is a front view overall size comparison of the 77D versus the D3200.

Taking into consideration dimensions and weight, the portability score of the 77D and D3200 is 66 and 67 respectively.

Canon 77D vs Nikon D3200 Sensor Comparison
Normally, it is very tough to envision the gap in sensor dimensions simply by researching specs. The image below will offer you a greater sense of the sensor sizing in the 77D and D3200.
All in all, both of the cameras have the same sensor dimensions and the identical megapixels therefore you should expect comparable quality of images however you have to take the release date of the cameras into account. The more recent 77D is going to have an edge with regard to sensor innovation.

Canon 77D vs Nikon D3200 Screen and ViewFinder


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Canon 77D vs Nikon D3200 Specifications
Canon EOS 77D | Nikon D3200 | |
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General Information | ||
Make | Canon | Nikon |
Model type | Canon EOS 77D | Nikon D3200 |
Also referred to as | EOS 9000D | - |
Category | Entry-Level DSLR | Entry-Level DSLR |
Released | 2017-02-15 | 2012-07-25 |
Body design | Mid-size SLR | Compact SLR |
Sensor Information | ||
Chip | DIGIC 7 | Expeed 3 |
Sensor type | CMOS | CMOS |
Sensor size | APS-C | APS-C |
Sensor dimensions | 22.3 x 14.9mm | 23.2 x 15.4mm |
Sensor area | 332.3mm² | 357.3mm² |
Sensor resolution | 24 megapixels | 24 megapixels |
Anti alias filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 1:1, 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 | 3:2 |
Highest Possible resolution | 6000 x 4000 | 6016 x 4000 |
Maximum native ISO | 25600 | 6400 |
Maximum enhanced ISO | 51200 | 12800 |
Min native ISO | 100 | 100 |
RAW data | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Manual focusing | ||
AF touch | ||
AF continuous | ||
AF single | ||
Tracking AF | ||
Selective AF | ||
Center weighted AF | ||
Multi area AF | ||
AF live view | ||
Face detection AF | ||
Contract detection AF | ||
Phase detection AF | ||
Total focus points | 45 | 11 |
Cross type focus points | 45 | 1 |
Lens | ||
Lens mount type | Canon EF/EF-S | Nikon F |
Amount of lenses | 326 | 309 |
Crop factor | 1.6 | 1.6 |
Screen | ||
Range of screen | Fully Articulated | Fixed Type |
Screen sizing | 3" | 3" |
Resolution of screen | 1,040 thousand dot | 921 thousand dot |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch operation | ||
Screen technology | - | TFT LCD with 160� viewing angle |
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder type | Optical (pentamirror) | Optical (pentamirror) |
Viewfinder coverage | 95% | 95% |
Viewfinder magnification | 0.51x | 0.53x |
Features | ||
Minimum shutter speed | 30 seconds | 30 seconds |
Fastest shutter speed | 1/4000 seconds | 1/4000 seconds |
Continuous shutter speed | 6.0 frames/s | 4.0 frames/s |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Manually set exposure | ||
Exposure compensation | Yes | Yes |
Custom WB | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Inbuilt flash | ||
Flash distance | 12.00 m (at ISO 100) | 12.00 m (at ISO 100) |
Flash settings | - | Auto, Red-Eye, Slow, Red-Eye Slow, Rear curtain |
Hot shoe | ||
Auto exposure bracketing | ||
WB bracketing | ||
Fastest flash sync | 1/200 seconds | 1/200 seconds |
Exposure | ||
Multisegment | ||
Average | ||
Spot | ||
Partial | ||
AF area | ||
Center weighted | ||
Video features | ||
Supported video resolutions | 1920 x 1080 @ 60p / 60 Mbps, MOV, H.264, Linear PCM | 1920 x 1080 (30,25, 24 fps), 1280 x 720 (60, 50 fps), 640 x 424 (30, 25 fps) |
Maximum video resolution | 1920x1080 | 1920x1080 |
Video format | MPEG-4, H.264 | MPEG-4, H.264 |
Mic jack | ||
Headphone jack | ||
Connectivity | ||
Wireless | Built-In | Optional |
Bluetooth | ||
NFC | ||
HDMI | ||
USB | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) |
GPS | Optional | Optional |
Physical | ||
Environment seal | ||
Water proofing | ||
Dust proofing | ||
Shock proofing | ||
Crush proofing | ||
Freeze proofing | ||
Weight | 540 grams (1.19 pounds) | 505 grams (1.11 pounds) |
Physical dimensions | 131 x 100 x 76mm (5.2" x 3.9" x 3.0") | 125 x 96 x 77mm (4.9" x 3.8" x 3.0") |
DXO scores | ||
DXO Overall rating | 78 | 81 |
DXO Color Depth rating | 23.6 | 24.1 |
DXO Dynamic range rating | 13.3 | 13.2 |
DXO Low light rating | 971 | 1131 |
Other | ||
Battery life | 600 photos | 540 photos |
Style of battery | Battery Pack | Battery Pack |
Battery ID | - | EN-EL14 |
Self timer | Yes (2 or 10 sec) | Yes |
Time lapse recording | ||
Storage media | SD/SDHC/SDXC (UHS-I compatible) | SD/SDHC/SDXC UHS-I compliant |
Storage slots | 1 | 1 |
Price at release | $549 | $530 |