Canon 80D vs Canon T6i
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Canon 80D vs Canon T6i Key Specs
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- 24MP - APS-C Sensor
- 3" Fully Articulated Screen
- ISO 100 - 12800 (Raise to 25600)
- 1920 x 1080 video
- Canon EF/EF-S Mount
- 555g - 132 x 101 x 78mm
- Launched February 2015
- Other Name is EOS 750D / Kiss X8i
- Succeeded the Canon 700D
- Replacement is Canon T7i

Canon 80D vs Canon T6i Overview
Here, we will be evaluating the Canon 80D vs Canon T6i, one is a Advanced DSLR and the latter is a Entry-Level DSLR and they are both offered by Canon. The image resolution of the 80D (24MP) and the T6i (24MP) is relatively close and both cameras offer the identical sensor sizes (APS-C).

The 80D was brought out 13 months after the T6i which makes them a generation away from each other. Both of these cameras feature different body design with the Canon 80D being a Mid-size SLR camera and the Canon T6i being a Compact SLR camera.
Before diving into a thorough comparison, here is a short view of how the 80D scores against the T6i in relation to portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

Canon 80D vs Canon T6i Gallery
The following is a preview of the gallery photos for Canon EOS 80D and Canon EOS Rebel T6i. The entire galleries are available at Canon 80D Gallery and Canon T6i Gallery.
Reasons to pick Canon 80D over the Canon T6i
80D | T6i | |||
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Launched | February 2016 | ![]() | February 2015 | More modern by 13 months |
Reasons to pick Canon T6i over the Canon 80D
T6i | 80D |
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Common features in the Canon 80D and Canon T6i
80D | T6i | |||
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Focus manually | ![]() | Dial precise focusing | ||
Screen type | Fully Articulated | ![]() | Fully Articulated | Fully Articulated screen |
Screen size | 3" | ![]() | 3" | Same screen dimensions |
Screen resolution | 1040k | ![]() | 1040k | The same screen resolution |
Selfie screen | ![]() | Both good for selfies | ||
Touch screen | ![]() | Quickly navigate |
Canon 80D vs Canon T6i Physical Comparison
If you're planning to carry around your camera often, you have to factor in its weight and proportions. The Canon 80D has got physical dimensions of 139mm x 105mm x 79mm (5.5" x 4.1" x 3.1") with a weight of 730 grams (1.61 lbs) whilst the Canon T6i has measurements of 132mm x 101mm x 78mm (5.2" x 4.0" x 3.1") having a weight of 555 grams (1.22 lbs).
Analyze the Canon 80D vs Canon T6i in the latest Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.
Keep in mind, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change based on the lens you have attached at that time. Underneath is a front view size comparison of the 80D against the T6i.

Factoring in size and weight, the portability score of the 80D and T6i is 59 and 66 respectively.

Canon 80D vs Canon T6i Sensor Comparison
In many cases, its hard to visualise the contrast in sensor sizes just by researching specifications. The pic below may give you a better sense of the sensor dimensions in the 80D and T6i.
To sum up, each of the cameras feature the identical sensor size and the exact same MP so you should expect comparable quality of photos however you have to take the release date of the cameras into account. The more modern 80D is going to have a benefit when it comes to sensor technology.

Canon 80D vs Canon T6i Screen and ViewFinder


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Canon 80D vs Canon T6i Specifications
Canon EOS 80D | Canon EOS Rebel T6i | |
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General Information | ||
Brand Name | Canon | Canon |
Model type | Canon EOS 80D | Canon EOS Rebel T6i |
Otherwise known as | - | EOS 750D / Kiss X8i |
Class | Advanced DSLR | Entry-Level DSLR |
Announced | 2016-02-18 | 2015-02-06 |
Body design | Mid-size SLR | Compact SLR |
Sensor Information | ||
Chip | DIGIC 6 | DIGIC 6 |
Sensor type | CMOS | CMOS |
Sensor size | APS-C | APS-C |
Sensor measurements | 22.5 x 15mm | 22.3 x 14.9mm |
Sensor area | 337.5mm² | 332.3mm² |
Sensor resolution | 24MP | 24MP |
Anti alias filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 1:1, 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 | 1:1, 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 |
Maximum resolution | 6000 x 4000 | 6000 x 4000 |
Maximum native ISO | 16000 | 12800 |
Maximum boosted ISO | 25600 | 25600 |
Min native ISO | 100 | 100 |
RAW images | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Manual focusing | ||
Touch focus | ||
Continuous AF | ||
AF single | ||
Tracking AF | ||
Selective AF | ||
Center weighted AF | ||
AF multi area | ||
AF live view | ||
Face detect focusing | ||
Contract detect focusing | ||
Phase detect focusing | ||
Total focus points | 45 | 19 |
Cross type focus points | 45 | 19 |
Lens | ||
Lens mount type | Canon EF/EF-S | Canon EF/EF-S |
Amount of lenses | 326 | 326 |
Crop factor | 1.6 | 1.6 |
Screen | ||
Range of display | Fully Articulated | Fully Articulated |
Display size | 3 inch | 3 inch |
Display resolution | 1,040k dot | 1,040k dot |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch display | ||
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder | Optical (pentaprism) | Optical (pentamirror) |
Viewfinder coverage | 100 percent | 95 percent |
Viewfinder magnification | 0.6x | 0.51x |
Features | ||
Lowest shutter speed | 30s | 30s |
Highest shutter speed | 1/8000s | 1/4000s |
Continuous shooting speed | 7.0fps | 5.0fps |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Expose Manually | ||
Exposure compensation | Yes | Yes |
Change WB | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Inbuilt flash | ||
Flash distance | 12.00 m (at ISO 100) | 12.00 m (at ISO 100) |
External flash | ||
Auto exposure bracketing | ||
White balance bracketing | ||
Highest flash sync | 1/250s | 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, 30p, 24p), 1280 x 720 (60p, 30p) | 1920 x 1080 (30p, 25p, 24p), 1280 x 720 (60p, 50p), 640 x 480 (30p, 25p) |
Maximum video resolution | 1920x1080 | 1920x1080 |
Video data format | MPEG-4, H.264 | MPEG-4, H.264 |
Microphone jack | ||
Headphone jack | ||
Connectivity | ||
Wireless | Built-In | Built-In |
Bluetooth | ||
NFC | ||
HDMI | ||
USB | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) |
GPS | None | None |
Physical | ||
Environment seal | ||
Water proofing | ||
Dust proofing | ||
Shock proofing | ||
Crush proofing | ||
Freeze proofing | ||
Weight | 730 grams (1.61 lbs) | 555 grams (1.22 lbs) |
Physical dimensions | 139 x 105 x 79mm (5.5" x 4.1" x 3.1") | 132 x 101 x 78mm (5.2" x 4.0" x 3.1") |
DXO scores | ||
DXO All around rating | 79 | 71 |
DXO Color Depth rating | 23.6 | 22.7 |
DXO Dynamic range rating | 13.2 | 12.0 |
DXO Low light rating | 1135 | 919 |
Other | ||
Battery life | 960 pictures | 440 pictures |
Battery form | Battery Pack | Battery Pack |
Battery ID | LP-E6N | LP-E17 |
Self timer | Yes (2 or 10 sec) | Yes (2 or 10 secs) |
Time lapse shooting | ||
Storage media | SD/SDHC/SDXC (UHS-I support) | SD/SDHC/SDXC (UHS-I compatible) |
Storage slots | Single | Single |
Retail pricing | $1,199 | $749 |