Canon M50 vs Canon T8i
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Canon M50 vs Canon T8i Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 24MP - APS-C Sensor
- 3" Fully Articulated Screen
- ISO 100 - 25600 (Expand to 51200)
- 3840 x 2160 video
- Canon EF-M Mount
- 390g - 116 x 88 x 59mm
- Revealed February 2018
- Updated by Canon M50 II
(Full Review)
- 24MP - APS-C Sensor
- 3" Fully Articulated Display
- ISO 100 - 25600 (Raise to 51200)
- 3840 x 2160 video
- Canon EF/EF-S Mount
- 515g - 131 x 103 x 76mm
- Announced February 2020
- Alternative Name is EOS 850D / EOS Kiss X10i Specs
- Previous Model is Canon T7i
Canon M50 vs Canon T8i Overview
Here, we are reviewing the Canon M50 and Canon T8i, former is a Entry-Level Mirrorless while the other is a Entry-Level DSLR and both of them are designed by Canon. The image resolution of the M50 (24MP) and the T8i (24MP) is very similar and both cameras offer the identical sensor measurements (APS-C).
Sora from OpenAI releases its first ever music videoThe M50 was unveiled 23 months before the T8i making them a generation away from one another. Each of these cameras feature different body design with the Canon M50 being a SLR-style mirrorless camera and the Canon T8i being a Compact SLR camera.
Before we go into a more detailed comparison, here is a short summation of how the M50 matches up vs the T8i for portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.
Canon M50 vs Canon T8i Gallery
The following is a sample of the gallery pics for Canon EOS M50 & Canon EOS Rebel T8i. The full galleries are available at Canon M50 Gallery & Canon T8i Gallery.
Reasons to pick Canon M50 over the Canon T8i
M50 | T8i |
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Reasons to pick Canon T8i over the Canon M50
T8i | M50 | |||
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Announced | February 2020 | February 2018 | Newer by 23 months |
Common features in the Canon M50 and Canon T8i
M50 | T8i | |||
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Manual focus | More precise focus | |||
Display type | Fully Articulated | Fully Articulated | Fully Articulated display | |
Display size | 3" | 3" | Same display measurements | |
Display resolution | 1040k | 1040k | Same display resolution | |
Selfie screen | Both are selfie friendly | |||
Touch friendly display | Easily navigate |
Canon M50 vs Canon T8i Physical Comparison
For those who are planning to travel with your camera, you will have to take into account its weight and volume. The Canon M50 features exterior dimensions of 116mm x 88mm x 59mm (4.6" x 3.5" x 2.3") with a weight of 390 grams (0.86 lbs) whilst the Canon T8i has sizing of 131mm x 103mm x 76mm (5.2" x 4.1" x 3.0") accompanied by a weight of 515 grams (1.14 lbs).
Analyze the Canon M50 and Canon T8i in our completely new Camera plus Lens Size Comparison Tool.Always remember, the weight of an ILC will differ depending on the lens you use at the time. The following is a front view dimension comparison of the M50 against the T8i.
Using dimensions and weight, the portability grade of the M50 and T8i is 79 and 67 respectively.
Canon M50 vs Canon T8i Sensor Comparison
Sometimes, its tough to visualise the gap between sensor dimensions just by reviewing specs. The picture underneath might offer you a more clear sense of the sensor dimensions in the M50 and T8i.
As you can plainly see, both cameras come with the identical sensor size and the same MP so you can expect similar quality of images although you would want to factor the age of the products into consideration. The more aged M50 is going to be disadvantaged with regard to sensor technology.
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Canon M50 vs Canon T8i Specifications
Canon EOS M50 | Canon EOS Rebel T8i | |
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General Information | ||
Company | Canon | Canon |
Model type | Canon EOS M50 | Canon EOS Rebel T8i |
Also Known as | - | EOS 850D / EOS Kiss X10i Specs |
Type | Entry-Level Mirrorless | Entry-Level DSLR |
Revealed | 2018-02-26 | 2020-02-12 |
Body design | SLR-style mirrorless | Compact SLR |
Sensor Information | ||
Processor Chip | Digic 8 | DIGIC 8 |
Sensor type | CMOS | CMOS |
Sensor size | APS-C | APS-C |
Sensor measurements | 22.3 x 14.9mm | 22.3 x 14.9mm |
Sensor area | 332.3mm² | 332.3mm² |
Sensor resolution | 24 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 |
Maximum resolution | 6000 x 4000 | 6000 x 4000 |
Maximum native ISO | 25600 | 25600 |
Maximum boosted ISO | 51200 | 51200 |
Minimum native ISO | 100 | 100 |
RAW pictures | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Manual focusing | ||
Touch to focus | ||
Continuous autofocus | ||
Single autofocus | ||
Autofocus tracking | ||
Autofocus selectice | ||
Center weighted autofocus | ||
Autofocus multi area | ||
Live view autofocus | ||
Face detection autofocus | ||
Contract detection autofocus | ||
Phase detection autofocus | ||
Total focus points | 143 | 45 |
Lens | ||
Lens mount type | Canon EF-M | Canon EF/EF-S |
Total lenses | 23 | 326 |
Crop factor | 1.6 | 1.6 |
Screen | ||
Range of screen | Fully Articulated | Fully Articulated |
Screen size | 3 inch | 3 inch |
Screen resolution | 1,040k dot | 1,040k dot |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch functionality | ||
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder type | Electronic | Optical (pentamirror) |
Viewfinder resolution | 2,360k dot | - |
Viewfinder coverage | 100 percent | 95 percent |
Viewfinder magnification | - | 0.51x |
Features | ||
Lowest shutter speed | 30 secs | 30 secs |
Highest shutter speed | 1/4000 secs | 1/4000 secs |
Continuous shooting speed | 10.0 frames per sec | 7.5 frames per sec |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Manually set exposure | ||
Exposure compensation | Yes | Yes |
Custom white balance | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Inbuilt flash | ||
Flash distance | 5.00 m (at ISO 100) | 4.00 m (with Auto ISO) |
External flash | ||
Auto exposure bracketing | ||
WB bracketing | ||
Exposure | ||
Multisegment metering | ||
Average metering | ||
Spot metering | ||
Partial metering | ||
AF area metering | ||
Center weighted metering | ||
Video features | ||
Supported video resolutions | 3840 x 2160 @ 23.98p / 120 Mbps, MOV, H.264, AAC | 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 | 3840x2160 | 3840x2160 |
Video file format | MPEG-4, H.264 | MPEG-4, H.264 |
Microphone input | ||
Headphone input | ||
Connectivity | ||
Wireless | Built-In | Built-In |
Bluetooth | ||
NFC | ||
HDMI | ||
USB | No | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) |
GPS | None | Optional |
Physical | ||
Environment seal | ||
Water proofing | ||
Dust proofing | ||
Shock proofing | ||
Crush proofing | ||
Freeze proofing | ||
Weight | 390g (0.86 lbs) | 515g (1.14 lbs) |
Physical dimensions | 116 x 88 x 59mm (4.6" x 3.5" x 2.3") | 131 x 103 x 76mm (5.2" x 4.1" x 3.0") |
DXO scores | ||
DXO All around rating | not tested | not tested |
DXO Color Depth rating | not tested | not tested |
DXO Dynamic range rating | not tested | not tested |
DXO Low light rating | not tested | not tested |
Other | ||
Battery life | 235 shots | 800 shots |
Battery format | Built-in | Battery Pack |
Self timer | Yes (2 or 10 secs, custom) | Yes (2 or 10 sec) |
Time lapse feature | ||
Storage media | SD/SDHC/SDXC slot (UHS-I compatible) | SD/SDHC/SDXC (UHS-I compatible) |
Storage slots | One | One |
Launch pricing | $779 | $750 |