Canon T7i vs Nikon D300
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Canon T7i vs Nikon D300 Key Specs
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- 12MP - APS-C Sensor
- 3" Fixed Display
- ISO 200 - 3200 (Bump to 6400)
- 1/8000s Maximum Shutter
- No Video
- Nikon F Mount
- 925g - 147 x 114 x 74mm
- Launched March 2008
- Replaced the Nikon D200
- Renewed by Nikon D300S
Canon T7i vs Nikon D300 Overview
Following is a detailed analysis of the Canon T7i versus Nikon D300, former is a Entry-Level DSLR while the other is a Advanced DSLR by brands Canon and Nikon. There exists a noticeable gap among the sensor resolutions of the T7i (24MP) and D300 (12MP) but both cameras boast the identical sensor size (APS-C).
Google AI Gemini Could Enhance iPhone Experience, Talks SuggestThe T7i was brought out 9 years after the D300 which is a fairly sizable difference as far as camera technology is concerned. Both cameras feature the same body design (Mid-size SLR).
Before getting into a full comparison, here is a concise view of how the T7i grades vs the D300 when considering portability, imaging, features and an overall score.
Canon T7i vs Nikon D300 Gallery
Following is a sample of the gallery pics for Canon EOS Rebel T7i & Nikon D300. The entire galleries are provided at Canon T7i Gallery & Nikon D300 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Canon T7i over the Nikon D300
T7i | D300 | |||
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Launched | February 2017 | March 2008 | More modern by 109 months | |
Display type | Fully Articulated | Fixed | Fully Articulating display | |
Display resolution | 1040k | 922k | Sharper display (+118k dot) | |
Selfie screen | Take selfies | |||
Touch friendly display | Easily navigate |
Reasons to pick Nikon D300 over the Canon T7i
D300 | T7i |
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Common features in the Canon T7i and Nikon D300
T7i | D300 | |||
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Focus manually | Dial accurate focusing | |||
Display size | 3" | 3" | Same display size |
Canon T7i vs Nikon D300 Physical Comparison
For anybody who is planning to carry around your camera, you will have to factor in its weight and size. The Canon T7i has outer measurements of 131mm x 100mm x 76mm (5.2" x 3.9" x 3.0") and a weight of 532 grams (1.17 lbs) and the Nikon D300 has specifications of 147mm x 114mm x 74mm (5.8" x 4.5" x 2.9") and a weight of 925 grams (2.04 lbs).
See the Canon T7i versus Nikon D300 in our newest Camera & Lens Size Comparison Tool.Bear in mind, the weight of an ILC will differ based on the lens you have at the time. Underneath is a front view physical size comparison of the T7i and the D300.
Factoring in dimensions and weight, the portability grade of the T7i and D300 is 67 and 55 respectively.
Canon T7i vs Nikon D300 Sensor Comparison
Sometimes, it is difficult to picture the difference in sensor sizes purely by viewing specs. The picture underneath may give you a much better sense of the sensor sizing in the T7i and D300.
As you can plainly see, both the cameras feature the identical sensor size but different resolution. You can expect to see the Canon T7i to provide you with extra detail having its extra 12MP. Greater resolution will make it easier to crop pics way more aggressively. The more recent T7i provides an edge with regard to sensor tech.
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Canon T7i vs Nikon D300 Specifications
Canon EOS Rebel T7i | Nikon D300 | |
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General Information | ||
Brand | Canon | Nikon |
Model | Canon EOS Rebel T7i | Nikon D300 |
Otherwise known as | EOS 800D / Kiss X9i | - |
Class | Entry-Level DSLR | Advanced DSLR |
Revealed | 2017-02-15 | 2008-03-12 |
Body design | Mid-size SLR | Mid-size SLR |
Sensor Information | ||
Chip | DIGIC 7 | Expeed |
Sensor type | CMOS | CMOS |
Sensor size | APS-C | APS-C |
Sensor measurements | 22.3 x 14.9mm | 23.6 x 15.8mm |
Sensor area | 332.3mm² | 372.9mm² |
Sensor resolution | 24 megapixels | 12 megapixels |
Anti aliasing filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 1:1, 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 | 3:2 |
Highest resolution | 6000 x 4000 | 4288 x 2848 |
Highest native ISO | 25600 | 3200 |
Highest boosted ISO | 51200 | 6400 |
Minimum native ISO | 100 | 200 |
RAW photos | ||
Minimum boosted ISO | - | 100 |
Autofocusing | ||
Manual focus | ||
Touch to focus | ||
Continuous autofocus | ||
Autofocus single | ||
Autofocus tracking | ||
Autofocus selectice | ||
Center weighted autofocus | ||
Autofocus multi area | ||
Live view autofocus | ||
Face detect focus | ||
Contract detect focus | ||
Phase detect focus | ||
Number of focus points | 45 | 51 |
Lens | ||
Lens mounting type | Canon EF/EF-S | Nikon F |
Amount of lenses | 326 | 309 |
Focal length multiplier | 1.6 | 1.5 |
Screen | ||
Display type | Fully Articulated | Fixed Type |
Display size | 3 inches | 3 inches |
Resolution of display | 1,040 thousand dot | 922 thousand dot |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch capability | ||
Display tech | - | Super Density TFT color LCD with wide-viewing angle |
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder type | Optical (pentamirror) | Optical (pentaprism) |
Viewfinder coverage | 95% | 100% |
Viewfinder magnification | 0.51x | 0.63x |
Features | ||
Lowest shutter speed | 30 secs | 30 secs |
Highest shutter speed | 1/4000 secs | 1/8000 secs |
Continuous shooting speed | 6.0 frames/s | 6.0 frames/s |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Manual exposure | ||
Exposure compensation | Yes | Yes |
Custom white balance | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Integrated flash | ||
Flash range | 12.00 m (at ISO 100) | 12.00 m (at ISO 100) |
Flash modes | - | Auto, On, Off, Red-eye, Slow sync, Rear curtain |
External flash | ||
AEB | ||
White balance bracketing | ||
Highest flash sync | 1/200 secs | 1/250 secs |
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 | - |
Highest video resolution | 1920x1080 | None |
Video data format | MPEG-4, H.264 | - |
Microphone input | ||
Headphone input | ||
Connectivity | ||
Wireless | Built-In | None |
Bluetooth | ||
NFC | ||
HDMI | ||
USB | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) |
GPS | Optional | Optional |
Physical | ||
Environmental seal | ||
Water proof | ||
Dust proof | ||
Shock proof | ||
Crush proof | ||
Freeze proof | ||
Weight | 532 gr (1.17 lb) | 925 gr (2.04 lb) |
Physical dimensions | 131 x 100 x 76mm (5.2" x 3.9" x 3.0") | 147 x 114 x 74mm (5.8" x 4.5" x 2.9") |
DXO scores | ||
DXO All around score | not tested | 67 |
DXO Color Depth score | not tested | 22.1 |
DXO Dynamic range score | not tested | 12.0 |
DXO Low light score | not tested | 679 |
Other | ||
Battery life | 600 pictures | 1000 pictures |
Style of battery | Battery Pack | Battery Pack |
Battery model | - | EN-EL3e |
Self timer | Yes (2 or 10 sec) | Yes (2 to 20 sec) |
Time lapse shooting | ||
Storage media | SD/SDHC/SDXC (UHS-I compatible) | Compact Flash (Type I or II) |
Storage slots | 1 | 1 |
Retail price | $749 | $1,100 |