Canon 77D vs Nikon D5600
66 Imaging
67 Features
85 Overall
74
![Canon EOS 77D front Canon EOS 77D front](https://pxlmag.com/db/images/cameras/gallery/medium/Canon-EOS-77D/Canon-77D-front.jpg)
![Nikon D5600 front Nikon D5600 front](https://pxlmag.com/db/images/cameras/w300/fronton/Nikon-D5600.jpg)
70 Imaging
67 Features
85 Overall
74
Canon 77D vs Nikon D5600 Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 24MP - APS-C Sensor
- 3" Fully Articulated Display
- ISO 100 - 25600 (Push to 51200)
- 1920 x 1080 video
- Canon EF/EF-S Mount
- 540g - 131 x 100 x 76mm
- Released February 2017
- Alternative Name is EOS 9000D
- Succeeded the Canon T6s
(Full Review)
- 24MP - APS-C Sensor
- 3.2" Fully Articulated Screen
- ISO 100 - 25600
- No Anti-Alias Filter
- 1920 x 1080 video
- Nikon F Mount
- 465g - 124 x 97 x 70mm
- Released November 2016
- Old Model is Nikon D5500
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Canon 77D vs Nikon D5600 Overview
Following is a extensive review of the Canon 77D and Nikon D5600, both Entry-Level DSLR cameras by manufacturers Canon and Nikon. The image resolution of the 77D (24MP) and the D5600 (24MP) is pretty close and they enjoy the exact same sensor size (APS-C).
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The 77D was brought out 4 months after the D5600 which means that they are of a similar age. The two cameras come with different body type with the Canon 77D being a Mid-size SLR camera and the Nikon D5600 being a Compact SLR camera.
Before we go through a thorough comparison, below is a brief overview of how the 77D matches up vs the D5600 with regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall score.
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Canon 77D vs Nikon D5600 Gallery
Here is a preview of the gallery images for Canon EOS 77D & Nikon D5600. The entire galleries are provided at Canon 77D Gallery & Nikon D5600 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Canon 77D over the Nikon D5600
77D | D5600 | |||
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Screen resolution | 1040k | ![]() | 1037k | Sharper screen (+3k dot) |
Reasons to pick Nikon D5600 over the Canon 77D
D5600 | 77D | |||
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Screen dimension | 3.2" | ![]() | 3" | Bigger screen (+0.2") |
Common features in the Canon 77D and Nikon D5600
77D | D5600 | |||
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Released | February 2017 | ![]() | November 2016 | Same age |
Manual focus | ![]() | More exact focusing | ||
Screen type | Fully Articulated | ![]() | Fully Articulated | Fully Articulated screen |
Selfie screen | ![]() | Both good for selfies | ||
Touch screen | ![]() | Quickly navigate |
Canon 77D vs Nikon D5600 Physical Comparison
In case you're looking to carry around your camera often, you will want to consider its weight and measurements. The Canon 77D comes with outside dimensions of 131mm x 100mm x 76mm (5.2" x 3.9" x 3.0") accompanied by a weight of 540 grams (1.19 lbs) while the Nikon D5600 has proportions of 124mm x 97mm x 70mm (4.9" x 3.8" x 2.8") accompanied by a weight of 465 grams (1.03 lbs).
Check the Canon 77D and Nikon D5600 in our brand new Camera plus Lens Size Comparison Tool.![Camera Size Comparison with Lenses Camera Size Comparison with Lenses](https://pxlmag.com/db/assets/camera-size-comparison-animation.gif)
Do not forget, the weight of an ILC will differ based on the lens you are utilizing during that time. Here is the front view overall size comparison of the 77D against the D5600.
![Canon 77D vs Nikon D5600 size comparison Canon 77D vs Nikon D5600 size comparison](https://pxlmag.com/db/images/camera-compare/Canon-EOS-77D-vs-Nikon-D5600-size-comparison.jpg)
Taking into consideration dimensions and weight, the portability score of the 77D and D5600 is 66 and 70 respectively.
![Canon 77D vs Nikon D5600 top view buttons comparison Canon 77D vs Nikon D5600 top view buttons comparison](https://pxlmag.com/db/images/camera-compare/Canon-EOS-77D-vs-Nikon-D5600-top-view-buttons-comparison.jpg)
Canon 77D vs Nikon D5600 Sensor Comparison
Typically, it is very difficult to visualize the gap in sensor sizes merely by looking through specifications. The picture below might provide you a more clear sense of the sensor dimensions in the 77D and D5600.
To sum up, each of these cameras posses the exact same sensor measurements and the same megapixels therefore you can expect comparable quality of files however you may want to consider the age of the cameras into account.
![Canon 77D vs Nikon D5600 sensor size comparison Canon 77D vs Nikon D5600 sensor size comparison](https://pxlmag.com/db/images/sensor-compare/Canon-EOS-77D-vs-Nikon-D5600-sensor-size-comparison.png)
Canon 77D vs Nikon D5600 Screen and ViewFinder
![Canon 77D vs Nikon D5600 Screen and Viewfinder comparison Canon 77D vs Nikon D5600 Screen and Viewfinder comparison](https://pxlmag.com/db/images/camera-compare/Canon-EOS-77D-vs-Nikon-D5600-screen-back-comparison.jpg)
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Photography Type Scores
Portrait Comparison
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Street Comparison
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Sports Comparison
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Travel Comparison
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Landscape Comparison
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Vlogging Comparison
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Canon 77D vs Nikon D5600 Specifications
Canon EOS 77D | Nikon D5600 | |
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General Information | ||
Brand Name | Canon | Nikon |
Model | Canon EOS 77D | Nikon D5600 |
Other name | EOS 9000D | - |
Category | Entry-Level DSLR | Entry-Level DSLR |
Released | 2017-02-15 | 2016-11-10 |
Physical type | Mid-size SLR | Compact SLR |
Sensor Information | ||
Processor Chip | DIGIC 7 | Expeed 4 |
Sensor type | CMOS | CMOS |
Sensor size | APS-C | APS-C |
Sensor measurements | 22.3 x 14.9mm | 23.5 x 15.6mm |
Sensor area | 332.3mm² | 366.6mm² |
Sensor resolution | 24MP | 24MP |
Anti aliasing filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 1:1, 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 | 3:2 |
Peak resolution | 6000 x 4000 | 6000 x 4000 |
Highest native ISO | 25600 | 25600 |
Highest enhanced ISO | 51200 | - |
Lowest native ISO | 100 | 100 |
RAW format | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Manual focus | ||
AF touch | ||
Continuous AF | ||
Single AF | ||
AF tracking | ||
Selective AF | ||
AF center weighted | ||
AF multi area | ||
AF live view | ||
Face detect focusing | ||
Contract detect focusing | ||
Phase detect focusing | ||
Number of focus points | 45 | 39 |
Cross focus points | 45 | 9 |
Lens | ||
Lens mounting type | Canon EF/EF-S | Nikon F |
Total lenses | 326 | 309 |
Focal length multiplier | 1.6 | 1.5 |
Screen | ||
Type of display | Fully Articulated | Fully Articulated |
Display diagonal | 3" | 3.2" |
Resolution of display | 1,040 thousand dots | 1,037 thousand dots |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch function | ||
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder | Optical (pentamirror) | Optical (pentamirror) |
Viewfinder coverage | 95% | 95% |
Viewfinder magnification | 0.51x | 0.55x |
Features | ||
Min shutter speed | 30s | 30s |
Max shutter speed | 1/4000s | 1/4000s |
Continuous shutter rate | 6.0 frames/s | 5.0 frames/s |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Manual mode | ||
Exposure compensation | Yes | Yes |
Set WB | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Inbuilt flash | ||
Flash range | 12.00 m (at ISO 100) | 12.00 m (at ISO 100) |
Flash options | - | Auto, On, Off, Red-eye, Slow sync, Rear curtain |
External flash | ||
AEB | ||
White balance bracketing | ||
Max flash synchronize | 1/200s | 1/200s |
Exposure | ||
Multisegment metering | ||
Average metering | ||
Spot metering | ||
Partial metering | ||
AF area metering | ||
Center weighted metering | ||
Video features | ||
Supported video resolutions | 1920 x 1080 @ 60p / 60 Mbps, MOV, H.264, Linear PCM | 1920 x 1080 (60, 50, 30, 25, 24 fps), 1280 x 720 (60, 50, 30, 25 fps), 640 x 424 (30, 25 fps) |
Highest video resolution | 1920x1080 | 1920x1080 |
Video file format | MPEG-4, H.264 | MPEG-4, H.264 |
Microphone 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 | ||
Environmental sealing | ||
Water proof | ||
Dust proof | ||
Shock proof | ||
Crush proof | ||
Freeze proof | ||
Weight | 540g (1.19 pounds) | 465g (1.03 pounds) |
Dimensions | 131 x 100 x 76mm (5.2" x 3.9" x 3.0") | 124 x 97 x 70mm (4.9" x 3.8" x 2.8") |
DXO scores | ||
DXO Overall score | 78 | 84 |
DXO Color Depth score | 23.6 | 24.1 |
DXO Dynamic range score | 13.3 | 14.0 |
DXO Low light score | 971 | 1306 |
Other | ||
Battery life | 600 shots | 820 shots |
Battery type | Battery Pack | Battery Pack |
Battery model | - | EN-EL14 |
Self timer | Yes (2 or 10 sec) | Yes (2, 5, 10 or 20 sec) |
Time lapse feature | ||
Storage type | SD/SDHC/SDXC (UHS-I compatible) | SD/SDHC/SDXC |
Card slots | 1 | 1 |
Retail pricing | $549 | $597 |