Canon T7i vs Nikon D5100

Here is a thorough comparison of the Canon T7i vs Nikon D5100, both Entry-Level DSLR cameras by manufacturers Canon and Nikon. There is a huge difference among the sensor resolutions of the T7i (24MP) and D5100 (16MP) but both cameras boast the identical sensor size (APS-C).

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The T7i was released 5 years later than the D5100 and that is a fairly significant gap as far as camera tech is concerned. Both the cameras feature different body design with the Canon T7i being a Mid-size SLR camera and the Nikon D5100 being a Compact SLR camera.

Before we go right into a more detailed comparison, here is a short view of how the T7i grades versus the D5100 with regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

The following is a sample of the gallery pictures for Canon EOS Rebel T7i and Nikon D5100. The complete galleries are available at Canon T7i Gallery and Nikon D5100 Gallery.

If you're aiming to carry your camera often, you need to take into account its weight and measurements. The Canon T7i enjoys external dimensions of 131mm x 100mm x 76mm (5.2" x 3.9" x 3.0") accompanied by a weight of 532 grams (1.17 lbs) whilst the Nikon D5100 has proportions of 128mm x 97mm x 79mm (5.0" x 3.8" x 3.1") having a weight of 560 grams (1.23 lbs).

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Keep in mind, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary depending on the lens you select during that time. The following is a front view physical size comparison of the T7i and the D5100.

Factoring in size and weight, the portability rating of the T7i and D5100 is 67 and 66 respectively.

Generally, it's hard to envision the difference in sensor sizing simply by looking through specifications. The graphic below will help give you a stronger sense of the sensor dimensions in the T7i and D5100.

Plainly, each of these cameras come with the identical sensor size but not the same resolution. You should anticipate the Canon T7i to result in more detail as a result of its extra 8MP. Greater resolution can also enable you to crop images a good deal more aggressively. The more modern T7i is going to have a benefit in sensor technology.