Canon T6i vs Canon T8i
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Canon T6i vs Canon T8i Key Specs
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- 24MP - APS-C Sensor
- 3" Fully Articulated Display
- ISO 100 - 12800 (Boost to 25600)
- 1920 x 1080 video
- Canon EF/EF-S Mount
- 555g - 132 x 101 x 78mm
- Announced February 2015
- Also Known as EOS 750D / Kiss X8i
- Succeeded the Canon 700D
- Renewed by Canon T7i
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- 24MP - APS-C Sensor
- 3" Fully Articulated Screen
- ISO 100 - 25600 (Raise to 51200)
- 3840 x 2160 video
- Canon EF/EF-S Mount
- 515g - 131 x 103 x 76mm
- Announced February 2020
- Also referred to as EOS 850D / EOS Kiss X10i Specs
- Replaced the Canon T7i
Canon T6i vs Canon T8i Overview
Following is a complete assessment of the Canon T6i vs Canon T8i, both Entry-Level DSLR digital cameras and they are both offered by Canon. The sensor resolution of the T6i (24MP) and the T8i (24MP) is pretty similar and both cameras posses the identical sensor dimensions (APS-C).
Snapchat Adds Watermarks to AI-Created ImagesThe T6i was revealed 6 years prior to the T8i which is quite a large difference as far as tech is concerned. Both of these cameras feature the same body design (Compact SLR).
Before we go straight to a more detailed comparison, here is a brief view of how the T6i grades against the T8i with regard to portability, imaging, features and an overall score.
Canon T6i vs Canon T8i Gallery
Below is a preview of the gallery images for Canon EOS Rebel T6i & Canon EOS Rebel T8i. The full galleries are viewable at Canon T6i Gallery & Canon T8i Gallery.
Reasons to pick Canon T6i over the Canon T8i
T6i | T8i |
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Reasons to pick Canon T8i over the Canon T6i
T8i | T6i | |||
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Announced | February 2020 | February 2015 | More modern by 61 months |
Common features in the Canon T6i and Canon T8i
T6i | T8i | |||
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Focus manually | More exact focus | |||
Screen type | Fully Articulated | Fully Articulated | Fully Articulated screen | |
Screen size | 3" | 3" | Same screen sizing | |
Screen resolution | 1040k | 1040k | Equal screen resolution | |
Selfie screen | Both are selfie friendly | |||
Touch screen | Quickly navigate |
Canon T6i vs Canon T8i Physical Comparison
For those who are going to carry around your camera frequently, you should think about its weight and proportions. The Canon T6i comes with physical measurements of 132mm x 101mm x 78mm (5.2" x 4.0" x 3.1") and a weight of 555 grams (1.22 lbs) while the Canon T8i has measurements of 131mm x 103mm x 76mm (5.2" x 4.1" x 3.0") accompanied by a weight of 515 grams (1.14 lbs).
Take a look at the Canon T6i vs Canon T8i in our brand new Camera & Lens Size Comparison Tool.Do not forget, the weight of an ILC will differ dependant on the lens you have attached at the time. Following is a front view dimensions comparison of the T6i versus the T8i.
Using size and weight, the portability rating of the T6i and T8i is 66 and 67 respectively.
Canon T6i vs Canon T8i Sensor Comparison
Often, it's difficult to visualize the contrast between sensor sizes simply by going over technical specs. The picture underneath will provide you a greater sense of the sensor measurements in the T6i and T8i.
As you have seen, both the cameras feature the identical sensor size and the exact same resolution therefore you can expect similar quality of photographs although you will want to take the launch date of the products into consideration. The more aged T6i is going to be disadvantaged with regard to sensor innovation.
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Canon T6i vs Canon T8i Specifications
Canon EOS Rebel T6i | Canon EOS Rebel T8i | |
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General Information | ||
Brand Name | Canon | Canon |
Model type | Canon EOS Rebel T6i | Canon EOS Rebel T8i |
Otherwise known as | EOS 750D / Kiss X8i | EOS 850D / EOS Kiss X10i Specs |
Category | Entry-Level DSLR | Entry-Level DSLR |
Announced | 2015-02-06 | 2020-02-12 |
Body design | Compact SLR | Compact SLR |
Sensor Information | ||
Processor Chip | DIGIC 6 | DIGIC 8 |
Sensor type | CMOS | CMOS |
Sensor size | APS-C | APS-C |
Sensor dimensions | 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 |
Highest resolution | 6000 x 4000 | 6000 x 4000 |
Highest native ISO | 12800 | 25600 |
Highest boosted ISO | 25600 | 51200 |
Lowest native ISO | 100 | 100 |
RAW images | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Focus manually | ||
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 | ||
Total focus points | 19 | 45 |
Cross type focus points | 19 | - |
Lens | ||
Lens mount type | Canon EF/EF-S | Canon EF/EF-S |
Total lenses | 326 | 326 |
Focal length multiplier | 1.6 | 1.6 |
Screen | ||
Display type | Fully Articulated | Fully Articulated |
Display size | 3 inches | 3 inches |
Resolution of display | 1,040 thousand dot | 1,040 thousand dot |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch operation | ||
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder | Optical (pentamirror) | Optical (pentamirror) |
Viewfinder coverage | 95% | 95% |
Viewfinder magnification | 0.51x | 0.51x |
Features | ||
Lowest shutter speed | 30 seconds | 30 seconds |
Highest shutter speed | 1/4000 seconds | 1/4000 seconds |
Continuous shooting speed | 5.0 frames per sec | 7.5 frames per sec |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Manual exposure | ||
Exposure compensation | Yes | Yes |
Change WB | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Integrated flash | ||
Flash distance | 12.00 m (at ISO 100) | 4.00 m (with Auto ISO) |
External flash | ||
AEB | ||
White balance bracketing | ||
Highest flash sync | 1/200 seconds | - |
Exposure | ||
Multisegment exposure | ||
Average exposure | ||
Spot exposure | ||
Partial exposure | ||
AF area exposure | ||
Center weighted exposure | ||
Video features | ||
Video resolutions | 1920 x 1080 (30p, 25p, 24p), 1280 x 720 (60p, 50p), 640 x 480 (30p, 25p) | 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 |
Highest video resolution | 1920x1080 | 3840x2160 |
Video data format | MPEG-4, H.264 | MPEG-4, H.264 |
Mic 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 | Optional |
Physical | ||
Environmental seal | ||
Water proofing | ||
Dust proofing | ||
Shock proofing | ||
Crush proofing | ||
Freeze proofing | ||
Weight | 555g (1.22 pounds) | 515g (1.14 pounds) |
Physical dimensions | 132 x 101 x 78mm (5.2" x 4.0" x 3.1") | 131 x 103 x 76mm (5.2" x 4.1" x 3.0") |
DXO scores | ||
DXO All around rating | 71 | not tested |
DXO Color Depth rating | 22.7 | not tested |
DXO Dynamic range rating | 12.0 | not tested |
DXO Low light rating | 919 | not tested |
Other | ||
Battery life | 440 photos | 800 photos |
Battery form | Battery Pack | Battery Pack |
Battery ID | LP-E17 | - |
Self timer | Yes (2 or 10 secs) | Yes (2 or 10 sec) |
Time lapse shooting | ||
Type of storage | SD/SDHC/SDXC (UHS-I compatible) | SD/SDHC/SDXC (UHS-I compatible) |
Storage slots | One | One |
Retail price | $749 | $750 |