Canon T7i vs Nikon D5300
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84 Overall
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68 Imaging
65 Features
81 Overall
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Canon T7i vs Nikon D5300 Key Specs
(Full Review)
(Full Review)
- 24MP - APS-C Sensor
- 3.2" Fully Articulated Display
- ISO 100 - 12800 (Boost to 25600)
- No Anti-Alias Filter
- 1920 x 1080 video
- Nikon F Mount
- 480g - 125 x 98 x 76mm
- Launched February 2014
- Succeeded the Nikon D5200
- Newer Model is Nikon D5500

Canon T7i vs Nikon D5300 Overview
Its time to take a more detailed look at the Canon T7i versus Nikon D5300, both Entry-Level DSLR digital cameras by manufacturers Canon and Nikon. The resolution of the T7i (24MP) and the D5300 (24MP) is very well matched and both cameras boast the identical sensor size (APS-C).

The T7i was brought out 3 years later than the D5300 and that is quite a large gap as far as technology is concerned. Each of these cameras feature different body design with the Canon T7i being a Mid-size SLR camera and the Nikon D5300 being a Compact SLR camera.
Before getting straight to a full comparison, here is a short view of how the T7i grades vs the D5300 for portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

Canon T7i vs Nikon D5300 Gallery
The following is a sample of the gallery pics for Canon EOS Rebel T7i and Nikon D5300. The entire galleries are viewable at Canon T7i Gallery and Nikon D5300 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Canon T7i over the Nikon D5300
T7i | D5300 | |||
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Launched | February 2017 | ![]() | February 2014 | Fresher by 37 months |
Display resolution | 1040k | ![]() | 1037k | Clearer display (+3k dot) |
Touch display | ![]() | Easily navigate |
Reasons to pick Nikon D5300 over the Canon T7i
D5300 | T7i | |||
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Display size | 3.2" | ![]() | 3" | Larger display (+0.2") |
Common features in the Canon T7i and Nikon D5300
T7i | D5300 | |||
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Manual focus | ![]() | Dial precise focusing | ||
Display type | Fully Articulated | ![]() | Fully Articulated | Fully Articulated display |
Selfie screen | ![]() | Both are selfie friendly |
Canon T7i vs Nikon D5300 Physical Comparison
For anyone who is intending to carry your camera regularly, you will want to consider its weight and proportions. The Canon T7i provides outside measurements of 131mm x 100mm x 76mm (5.2" x 3.9" x 3.0") accompanied by a weight of 532 grams (1.17 lbs) and the Nikon D5300 has measurements of 125mm x 98mm x 76mm (4.9" x 3.9" x 3.0") along with a weight of 480 grams (1.06 lbs).
Look at the Canon T7i versus Nikon D5300 in the latest Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.
Take into consideration, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change based on the lens you have at the time. The following is a front view physical size comparison of the T7i against the D5300.

Taking into consideration dimensions and weight, the portability score of the T7i and D5300 is 67 and 68 respectively.

Canon T7i vs Nikon D5300 Sensor Comparison
More often than not, it is difficult to envision the contrast between sensor sizing merely by checking technical specs. The visual below should provide you a more clear sense of the sensor measurements in the T7i and D5300.
As you have seen, both of these cameras come with the identical sensor size and the identical megapixels and you should expect similar quality of photos however you need to consider the release date of the products into consideration. The fresher T7i is going to have an edge with regard to sensor innovation.

Canon T7i vs Nikon D5300 Screen and ViewFinder


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Canon T7i vs Nikon D5300 Specifications
Canon EOS Rebel T7i | Nikon D5300 | |
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General Information | ||
Make | Canon | Nikon |
Model type | Canon EOS Rebel T7i | Nikon D5300 |
Also referred to as | EOS 800D / Kiss X9i | - |
Category | Entry-Level DSLR | Entry-Level DSLR |
Revealed | 2017-02-15 | 2014-02-12 |
Physical type | Mid-size SLR | Compact SLR |
Sensor Information | ||
Chip | DIGIC 7 | Expeed 4 |
Sensor type | CMOS | CMOS |
Sensor size | APS-C | APS-C |
Sensor dimensions | 22.3 x 14.9mm | 23.5 x 15.6mm |
Sensor surface area | 332.3mm² | 366.6mm² |
Sensor resolution | 24MP | 24MP |
Anti alias filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 1:1, 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 | 3:2 |
Maximum resolution | 6000 x 4000 | 6000 x 4000 |
Maximum native ISO | 25600 | 12800 |
Maximum boosted ISO | 51200 | 25600 |
Lowest native ISO | 100 | 100 |
RAW files | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Focus manually | ||
Touch to focus | ||
Autofocus continuous | ||
Autofocus single | ||
Tracking autofocus | ||
Autofocus selectice | ||
Center weighted autofocus | ||
Multi area autofocus | ||
Live view autofocus | ||
Face detection focus | ||
Contract detection focus | ||
Phase detection focus | ||
Total focus points | 45 | 39 |
Cross type focus points | - | 9 |
Lens | ||
Lens mount type | Canon EF/EF-S | Nikon F |
Amount of lenses | 326 | 309 |
Crop factor | 1.6 | 1.5 |
Screen | ||
Screen type | Fully Articulated | Fully Articulated |
Screen size | 3 inch | 3.2 inch |
Screen resolution | 1,040k dots | 1,037k dots |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch capability | ||
Screen technology | - | TFT LCD monitor |
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder type | Optical (pentamirror) | Optical (pentamirror) |
Viewfinder coverage | 95 percent | 95 percent |
Viewfinder magnification | 0.51x | 0.55x |
Features | ||
Lowest shutter speed | 30 secs | 30 secs |
Highest shutter speed | 1/4000 secs | 1/4000 secs |
Continuous shooting rate | 6.0 frames/s | 5.0 frames/s |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Manually set exposure | ||
Exposure compensation | Yes | Yes |
Set white balance | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Integrated flash | ||
Flash distance | 12.00 m (at ISO 100) | 12.00 m (at ISO 100) |
Flash options | - | Auto, On, Off, Red-eye, Slow sync, Rear curtain |
External flash | ||
AE bracketing | ||
WB bracketing | ||
Highest 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 | ||
Video resolutions | 1920 x 1080 @ 60p / 60 Mbps, MOV, H.264, Linear PCM | 1920 x 1080 (60, 50, 30, 25, 24 fps), 1280 x 720 (60, 50 fps), 640 x 424 (30, 25 fps) |
Maximum video resolution | 1920x1080 | 1920x1080 |
Video data format | MPEG-4, H.264 | MPEG-4, H.264 |
Mic support | ||
Headphone support | ||
Connectivity | ||
Wireless | Built-In | Built-In |
Bluetooth | ||
NFC | ||
HDMI | ||
USB | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) |
GPS | Optional | BuiltIn |
Physical | ||
Environment sealing | ||
Water proofing | ||
Dust proofing | ||
Shock proofing | ||
Crush proofing | ||
Freeze proofing | ||
Weight | 532g (1.17 lb) | 480g (1.06 lb) |
Physical dimensions | 131 x 100 x 76mm (5.2" x 3.9" x 3.0") | 125 x 98 x 76mm (4.9" x 3.9" x 3.0") |
DXO scores | ||
DXO All around rating | not tested | 83 |
DXO Color Depth rating | not tested | 24.0 |
DXO Dynamic range rating | not tested | 13.9 |
DXO Low light rating | not tested | 1338 |
Other | ||
Battery life | 600 images | 600 images |
Type of battery | Battery Pack | Battery Pack |
Battery ID | - | EN-EL14,EN-EL14a |
Self timer | Yes (2 or 10 sec) | Yes (2, 5, 10 or 20 sec) |
Time lapse recording | ||
Type of storage | SD/SDHC/SDXC (UHS-I compatible) | SD/SDHC/SDXC |
Card slots | One | One |
Launch pricing | $749 | $429 |