Canon SL3 vs Canon T7i

On this page, we will be evaluating the Canon SL3 and Canon T7i, both Entry-Level DSLR digital cameras and both are manufactured by Canon. The resolution of the SL3 (24MP) and the T7i (24MP) is pretty similar and both cameras provide the same sensor size (APS-C).

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The SL3 was launched 2 years later than the T7i and that is quite a sizable gap as far as tech is concerned. Each of the cameras have different body design with the Canon SL3 being a Compact SLR camera and the Canon T7i being a Mid-size SLR camera.

Before delving straight to a thorough comparison, here is a brief highlight of how the SL3 grades vs the T7i when it comes to portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.

Below is a preview of the gallery images for Canon EOS Rebel SL3 and Canon EOS Rebel T7i. The complete galleries are available at Canon SL3 Gallery and Canon T7i Gallery.

In case you're looking to lug around your camera, you're going to have to think about its weight and dimensions. The Canon SL3 has physical measurements of 122mm x 93mm x 70mm (4.8" x 3.7" x 2.8") accompanied by a weight of 449 grams (0.99 lbs) and the Canon T7i has dimensions of 131mm x 100mm x 76mm (5.2" x 3.9" x 3.0") with a weight of 532 grams (1.17 lbs).

Look at the Canon SL3 and Canon T7i in the latest Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Take into consideration, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change depending on the lens you are employing at that moment. Underneath is a front view size comparison of the SL3 against the T7i.

Considering size and weight, the portability grade of the SL3 and T7i is 71 and 67 respectively.

Generally, its hard to visualize the difference between sensor measurements purely by reading specs. The photograph below may provide you a far better sense of the sensor measurements in the SL3 and T7i.

As you can plainly see, each of these cameras have the same sensor dimensions and the same exact resolution and you should expect similar quality of pictures though you should really factor the release date of the products into consideration. The fresher SL3 provides an edge with regard to sensor innovation.