Canon T7i vs Nikon Z50

In this article, we will be reviewing the Canon T7i and Nikon Z50, former is a Entry-Level DSLR while the latter is a Entry-Level Mirrorless by rivals Canon and Nikon. The image resolution of the T7i (24MP) and the Z50 (21MP) is relatively close and they come with the same exact sensor dimensions (APS-C).

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The T7i was released 3 years prior to the Z50 which is a fairly serious difference as far as camera tech is concerned. Both the cameras offer different body type with the Canon T7i being a Mid-size SLR camera and the Nikon Z50 being a SLR-style mirrorless camera.

Before going in to a thorough comparison, below is a simple overview of how the T7i scores against the Z50 in the way of portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

Following is a preview of the gallery photos for Canon EOS Rebel T7i & Nikon Z50. The complete galleries are provided at Canon T7i Gallery & Nikon Z50 Gallery.

For anyone who is looking to travel with your camera frequently, you will need to consider its weight and dimensions. The Canon T7i provides outer 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) while the Nikon Z50 has dimensions of 127mm x 94mm x 60mm (5.0" x 3.7" x 2.4") along with a weight of 397 grams (0.88 lbs).

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Bear in mind, the weight of an ILC will differ dependant on the lens you choose at the time. Below is the front view measurements comparison of the T7i vs the Z50.

Taking into account size and weight, the portability score of the T7i and Z50 is 67 and 74 respectively.

Usually, it is hard to visualise the difference in sensor dimensions purely by looking through a spec sheet. The image underneath will help offer you a stronger sense of the sensor dimensions in the T7i and Z50.

As you can see, each of these cameras enjoy the same exact sensor sizing albeit not the same resolution. You can count on the Canon T7i to render more detail as a result of its extra 3MP. Higher resolution can also make it easier to crop pictures far more aggressively. The more aged T7i will be disadvantaged when it comes to sensor innovation.