Canon T7i vs Nikon D3200
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Canon T7i vs Nikon D3200 Key Specs
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- 24MP - APS-C Sensor
- 3" Fixed Display
- ISO 100 - 6400 (Increase to 12800)
- 1920 x 1080 video
- Nikon F Mount
- 505g - 125 x 96 x 77mm
- Introduced July 2012
- Earlier Model is Nikon D3100
- Renewed by Nikon D3300

Canon T7i vs Nikon D3200 Overview
Lets look more closely at the Canon T7i vs Nikon D3200, both Entry-Level DSLR digital cameras by brands Canon and Nikon. The image resolution of the T7i (24MP) and the D3200 (24MP) is fairly well matched and both cameras boast the identical sensor sizes (APS-C).

The T7i was unveiled 4 years later than the D3200 and that is quite a serious gap as far as technology is concerned. Both of the cameras feature different body design with the Canon T7i being a Mid-size SLR camera and the Nikon D3200 being a Compact SLR camera.
Before diving straight to a thorough comparison, here is a brief view of how the T7i scores vs the D3200 in relation to portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.

Canon T7i vs Nikon D3200 Gallery
Here is a sample of the gallery pictures for Canon EOS Rebel T7i and Nikon D3200. The full galleries are provided at Canon T7i Gallery and Nikon D3200 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Canon T7i over the Nikon D3200
T7i | D3200 | |||
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Introduced | February 2017 | ![]() | July 2012 | More recent by 56 months |
Display type | Fully Articulated | ![]() | Fixed | Fully Articulating display |
Display resolution | 1040k | ![]() | 921k | Clearer display (+119k dot) |
Selfie screen | ![]() | Take selfies | ||
Touch friendly display | ![]() | Easily navigate |
Reasons to pick Nikon D3200 over the Canon T7i
D3200 | T7i |
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Common features in the Canon T7i and Nikon D3200
T7i | D3200 | |||
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Focus manually | ![]() | Dial exact focus | ||
Display size | 3" | ![]() | 3" | Same display dimensions |
Canon T7i vs Nikon D3200 Physical Comparison
For anybody who is aiming to lug around your camera, you'll need to take into account its weight and volume. The Canon T7i enjoys outer dimensions of 131mm x 100mm x 76mm (5.2" x 3.9" x 3.0") with a weight of 532 grams (1.17 lbs) while the Nikon D3200 has sizing of 125mm x 96mm x 77mm (4.9" x 3.8" x 3.0") having a weight of 505 grams (1.11 lbs).
Take a look at the Canon T7i vs Nikon D3200 in the all new Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.
Do not forget, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change depending on the lens you choose at that time. Here is a front view size comparison of the T7i and the D3200.

Factoring in dimensions and weight, the portability rating of the T7i and D3200 is 67 and 67 respectively.

Canon T7i vs Nikon D3200 Sensor Comparison
Sometimes, it's difficult to imagine the difference between sensor measurements only by reading through a spec sheet. The photograph underneath will provide you a far better sense of the sensor sizes in the T7i and D3200.
Clearly, both cameras feature the identical sensor size and the identical resolution therefore you should expect similar quality of photos although you have to factor the release date of the products into consideration. The newer T7i provides a benefit when it comes to sensor innovation.

Canon T7i vs Nikon D3200 Screen and ViewFinder


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Canon T7i vs Nikon D3200 Specifications
Canon EOS Rebel T7i | Nikon D3200 | |
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General Information | ||
Manufacturer | Canon | Nikon |
Model type | Canon EOS Rebel T7i | Nikon D3200 |
Also called as | EOS 800D / Kiss X9i | - |
Class | Entry-Level DSLR | Entry-Level DSLR |
Introduced | 2017-02-15 | 2012-07-25 |
Physical type | Mid-size SLR | Compact SLR |
Sensor Information | ||
Processor | DIGIC 7 | Expeed 3 |
Sensor type | CMOS | CMOS |
Sensor size | APS-C | APS-C |
Sensor dimensions | 22.3 x 14.9mm | 23.2 x 15.4mm |
Sensor surface area | 332.3mm² | 357.3mm² |
Sensor resolution | 24 megapixel | 24 megapixel |
Anti alias filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 1:1, 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 | 3:2 |
Full resolution | 6000 x 4000 | 6016 x 4000 |
Max native ISO | 25600 | 6400 |
Max boosted ISO | 51200 | 12800 |
Minimum native ISO | 100 | 100 |
RAW photos | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Manual focusing | ||
Touch focus | ||
Autofocus continuous | ||
Autofocus single | ||
Tracking autofocus | ||
Autofocus selectice | ||
Center weighted autofocus | ||
Multi area autofocus | ||
Live view autofocus | ||
Face detect autofocus | ||
Contract detect autofocus | ||
Phase detect autofocus | ||
Total focus points | 45 | 11 |
Cross type focus points | - | 1 |
Lens | ||
Lens mount type | Canon EF/EF-S | Nikon F |
Available lenses | 326 | 309 |
Crop factor | 1.6 | 1.6 |
Screen | ||
Type of display | Fully Articulated | Fixed Type |
Display size | 3 inches | 3 inches |
Display resolution | 1,040k dots | 921k dots |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch screen | ||
Display technology | - | TFT LCD with 160� viewing angle |
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder | Optical (pentamirror) | Optical (pentamirror) |
Viewfinder coverage | 95 percent | 95 percent |
Viewfinder magnification | 0.51x | 0.53x |
Features | ||
Slowest shutter speed | 30 secs | 30 secs |
Maximum shutter speed | 1/4000 secs | 1/4000 secs |
Continuous shooting rate | 6.0fps | 4.0fps |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Manual mode | ||
Exposure compensation | Yes | Yes |
Set white balance | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Built-in flash | ||
Flash distance | 12.00 m (at ISO 100) | 12.00 m (at ISO 100) |
Flash options | - | Auto, Red-Eye, Slow, Red-Eye Slow, Rear curtain |
Hot shoe | ||
AE bracketing | ||
WB bracketing | ||
Maximum flash synchronize | 1/200 secs | 1/200 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 | 1920 x 1080 (30,25, 24 fps), 1280 x 720 (60, 50 fps), 640 x 424 (30, 25 fps) |
Max video resolution | 1920x1080 | 1920x1080 |
Video format | MPEG-4, H.264 | MPEG-4, H.264 |
Mic support | ||
Headphone support | ||
Connectivity | ||
Wireless | Built-In | Optional |
Bluetooth | ||
NFC | ||
HDMI | ||
USB | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) |
GPS | Optional | Optional |
Physical | ||
Environment sealing | ||
Water proofing | ||
Dust proofing | ||
Shock proofing | ||
Crush proofing | ||
Freeze proofing | ||
Weight | 532g (1.17 lb) | 505g (1.11 lb) |
Physical dimensions | 131 x 100 x 76mm (5.2" x 3.9" x 3.0") | 125 x 96 x 77mm (4.9" x 3.8" x 3.0") |
DXO scores | ||
DXO All around rating | not tested | 81 |
DXO Color Depth rating | not tested | 24.1 |
DXO Dynamic range rating | not tested | 13.2 |
DXO Low light rating | not tested | 1131 |
Other | ||
Battery life | 600 photographs | 540 photographs |
Style of battery | Battery Pack | Battery Pack |
Battery ID | - | EN-EL14 |
Self timer | Yes (2 or 10 sec) | Yes |
Time lapse feature | ||
Storage type | SD/SDHC/SDXC (UHS-I compatible) | SD/SDHC/SDXC UHS-I compliant |
Card slots | Single | Single |
Pricing at launch | $749 | $530 |