Canon 77D vs Nikon D5200

Lets take a deeper look at the Canon 77D versus Nikon D5200, both Entry-Level DSLR cameras by companies Canon and Nikon. The image resolution of the 77D (24MP) and the D5200 (24MP) is pretty comparable and both cameras have the same sensor measurements (APS-C).

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The 77D was manufactured 3 years after the D5200 which is a fairly sizable difference as far as camera technology is concerned. The two cameras have different body design with the Canon 77D being a Mid-size SLR camera and the Nikon D5200 being a Compact SLR camera.

Before delving into a step-by-step comparison, here is a simple summation of how the 77D matches up versus the D5200 for portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

This is a preview of the gallery images for Canon EOS 77D & Nikon D5200. The entire galleries are available at Canon 77D Gallery & Nikon D5200 Gallery.

In case you're aiming to carry around your camera frequently, you'll have to factor in its weight and volume. The Canon 77D features physical measurements of 131mm x 100mm x 76mm (5.2" x 3.9" x 3.0") accompanied by a weight of 540 grams (1.19 lbs) whilst the Nikon D5200 has sizing of 129mm x 98mm x 78mm (5.1" x 3.9" x 3.1") accompanied by a weight of 555 grams (1.22 lbs).

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Bear in mind, the weight of an ILC will differ dependant on the lens you have attached at the time. Here is a front view overall size comparison of the 77D versus the D5200.

Factoring in dimensions and weight, the portability rating of the 77D and D5200 is 66 and 66 respectively.

Typically, it is very tough to visualize the contrast in sensor sizes only by going through specs. The picture below should provide you a far better sense of the sensor measurements in the 77D and D5200.

All in all, both cameras have the same sensor dimensions and the identical resolution and you can expect comparable quality of photos however you might want to consider the age of the cameras into account. The more recent 77D should have a benefit when it comes to sensor innovation.