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Canon T7i vs Samsung GX-20

Portability
67
Imaging
68
Features
84
Overall
74
Canon EOS Rebel T7i front
 
Samsung GX-20 front
Portability
58
Imaging
54
Features
52
Overall
53

Canon T7i vs Samsung GX-20 Key Specs

Canon T7i
(Full Review)
  • 24MP - APS-C Sensor
  • 3" Fully Articulated Screen
  • ISO 100 - 25600 (Bump to 51200)
  • 1920 x 1080 video
  • Canon EF/EF-S Mount
  • 532g - 131 x 100 x 76mm
  • Introduced February 2017
  • Also referred to as EOS 800D / Kiss X9i
  • Old Model is Canon T6i
  • Successor is Canon T8i
Samsung GX-20
(Full Review)
  • 15MP - APS-C Sensor
  • 2.7" Fixed Screen
  • ISO 100 - 3200 (Raise to 6400)
  • Sensor based Image Stabilization
  • No Video
  • Pentax KAF2 Mount
  • 800g - 142 x 101 x 72mm
  • Announced January 2008
  • Old Model is Samsung GX-10
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Canon T7i vs Samsung GX-20 Overview

Following is a extended analysis of the Canon T7i and Samsung GX-20, former is a Entry-Level DSLR while the latter is a Advanced DSLR by manufacturers Canon and Samsung. There is a considerable difference among the image resolutions of the T7i (24MP) and GX-20 (15MP) but both cameras posses the same sensor sizing (APS-C).

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The T7i was brought out 9 years after the GX-20 which is a fairly large difference as far as camera tech is concerned. Both the cameras have the same body design (Mid-size SLR).

Before we go straight to a step-by-step comparison, here is a quick summation of how the T7i grades versus the GX-20 when it comes to portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

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Reasons to pick Canon T7i over the Samsung GX-20

 T7i GX-20 
AnnouncedFebruary 2017January 2008More modern by 111 months
Screen typeFully ArticulatedFixed Fully Articulating screen
Screen dimensions3"2.7"Bigger screen (+0.3")
Screen resolution1040k230kSharper screen (+810k dot)
Selfie screen Take selfies
Touch friendly screen Quickly navigate

Reasons to pick Samsung GX-20 over the Canon T7i

 GX-20 T7i 

Common features in the Canon T7i and Samsung GX-20

 T7i GX-20 
Manual focus Dial accurate focusing

Canon T7i vs Samsung GX-20 Physical Comparison

If you're intending to carry around your camera regularly, you'll have to think about its weight and volume. The Canon T7i provides 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 Samsung GX-20 has sizing of 142mm x 101mm x 72mm (5.6" x 4.0" x 2.8") and a weight of 800 grams (1.76 lbs).

Take a look at the Canon T7i and Samsung GX-20 in our brand new Camera & Lens Size Comparison Tool. Camera Size Comparison with Lenses

Remember that, the weight of an ILC will differ dependant on the lens you select at the time. Underneath is a front view dimensions comparison of the T7i versus the GX-20.

Canon T7i vs Samsung GX-20 size comparison

Considering size and weight, the portability score of the T7i and GX-20 is 67 and 58 respectively.

Canon T7i vs Samsung GX-20 top view buttons comparison

Canon T7i vs Samsung GX-20 Sensor Comparison

Generally, it is very tough to see the difference in sensor sizes just by researching specs. The pic below will offer you a greater sense of the sensor dimensions in the T7i and GX-20.

As you can plainly see, both of the cameras provide the same sensor dimensions albeit not the same MP. You can expect the Canon T7i to provide you with greater detail having its extra 9MP. Higher resolution will also enable you to crop shots more aggressively. The more modern T7i will have a benefit with regard to sensor innovation.

Canon T7i vs Samsung GX-20 sensor size comparison

Canon T7i vs Samsung GX-20 Screen and ViewFinder

Canon T7i vs Samsung GX-20 Screen and Viewfinder comparison
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Photography Type Scores

Portrait Comparison

Canon T7i Portrait photography advice
Samsung GX-20 Portrait photography advice
80
has manual focus
megapixel count good (24 megapixels)
sensor size is nice (APS-C)
supports face detection autofocus
supports RAW files
72
manual focus
megapixel count decent (15MP)
sensor size is decent (APS-C)
saves RAW files
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Street Comparison

Canon T7i Street photography factors
Samsung GX-20 Street photography factors
73
screen articulates
sensor size is nice (APS-C)
supports RAW files
includes focus by touch
above average ISO range (25,600)
does not have image stabilization
65
built in image stabilization (Sensor based)
sensor size is decent (APS-C)
saves RAW files
environment proofing
screen does not articulate
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Sports Comparison

Canon T7i Sports photography details
Samsung GX-20 Sports photography details
67
megapixel count good (24MP)
sensor size is nice (APS-C)
supports tracking autofocus
has phase detect autofocus
painfully slow continuous shooting (6.0 frames/s)
does not have image stabilization
68
built in image stabilization (Sensor based)
megapixel count decent (15 megapixels)
sensor size is decent (APS-C)
environment proofing
comes with phase detect autofocus
continuous shooting slow (3.0 frames per second)
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Travel Comparison

Canon T7i Travel photography features
Samsung GX-20 Travel photography features
80
has bluetooth
includes focus by touch
megapixel count good (24MP)
has built in flash
display is selfie friendly
64
environment proofing
megapixel count decent (15 megapixels)
has built in flash
screen isn't selfie friendly
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Landscape Comparison

Landscape photography with Canon T7i
Landscape photography with Samsung GX-20
77
has manual focus
switch lenses (Canon EF/EF-S mount)
screen size is good (3 inches)
megapixel count good (24MP)
sensor size is nice (APS-C)
above average ISO range (25,600)
supports RAW files
does not have image stabilization
71
manual focus
change lenses (Pentax KAF2 mount)
built in image stabilization (Sensor based)
megapixel count decent (15MP)
sensor size is decent (APS-C)
saves RAW files
environment proofing
screen is somewhat small (2.7 inch)
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Vlogging Comparison

Canon T7i as a Vlogging camera
Samsung GX-20 as a Vlogging camera
73
display is selfie friendly
touchscreen
supports face detection autofocus
video resolution high (1920 x 1080 pixels)
has external mic socket
does not have image stabilization
9
no video
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Canon T7i vs Samsung GX-20 Specifications

Detailed spec comparison table for Canon T7i and Samsung GX-20
 Canon EOS Rebel T7iSamsung GX-20
General Information
Brand Name Canon Samsung
Model Canon EOS Rebel T7i Samsung GX-20
Also called as EOS 800D / Kiss X9i -
Class Entry-Level DSLR Advanced DSLR
Introduced 2017-02-15 2008-01-24
Body design Mid-size SLR Mid-size SLR
Sensor Information
Processor Chip DIGIC 7 -
Sensor type CMOS CMOS
Sensor size APS-C APS-C
Sensor measurements 22.3 x 14.9mm 23.4 x 15.6mm
Sensor area 332.3mm² 365.0mm²
Sensor resolution 24 megapixel 15 megapixel
Anti aliasing filter
Aspect ratio 1:1, 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 -
Maximum resolution 6000 x 4000 4688 x 3120
Maximum native ISO 25600 3200
Maximum boosted ISO 51200 6400
Min native ISO 100 100
RAW data
Autofocusing
Manual focus
AF touch
AF continuous
Single AF
AF tracking
Selective AF
AF center weighted
Multi area AF
AF live view
Face detection AF
Contract detection AF
Phase detection AF
Number of focus points 45 11
Lens
Lens mounting type Canon EF/EF-S Pentax KAF2
Total lenses 326 151
Focal length multiplier 1.6 1.5
Screen
Screen type Fully Articulated Fixed Type
Screen size 3 inches 2.7 inches
Screen resolution 1,040k dot 230k dot
Selfie friendly
Liveview
Touch display
Viewfinder Information
Viewfinder Optical (pentamirror) Optical (pentaprism)
Viewfinder coverage 95 percent 95 percent
Viewfinder magnification 0.51x 0.64x
Features
Slowest shutter speed 30s 30s
Maximum shutter speed 1/4000s 1/4000s
Continuous shooting speed 6.0 frames per second 3.0 frames per second
Shutter priority
Aperture priority
Manual exposure
Exposure compensation Yes Yes
Custom WB
Image stabilization
Inbuilt flash
Flash range 12.00 m (at ISO 100) 13.00 m (at ISO 100)
Flash options - Auto, Red-Eye, Slow, Red-Eye Slow, Rear curtain, wireless
Hot shoe
Auto exposure bracketing
WB bracketing
Maximum flash sync 1/200s 1/180s
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 -
Maximum video resolution 1920x1080 None
Video format MPEG-4, H.264 -
Microphone jack
Headphone jack
Connectivity
Wireless Built-In None
Bluetooth
NFC
HDMI
USB USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec)
GPS Optional None
Physical
Environmental seal
Water proof
Dust proof
Shock proof
Crush proof
Freeze proof
Weight 532 gr (1.17 lbs) 800 gr (1.76 lbs)
Physical dimensions 131 x 100 x 76mm (5.2" x 3.9" x 3.0") 142 x 101 x 72mm (5.6" x 4.0" x 2.8")
DXO scores
DXO All around score not tested 68
DXO Color Depth score not tested 23.1
DXO Dynamic range score not tested 11.2
DXO Low light score not tested 714
Other
Battery life 600 pictures -
Style of battery Battery Pack -
Self timer Yes (2 or 10 sec) Yes (2 or 10 sec)
Time lapse feature
Type of storage SD/SDHC/SDXC (UHS-I compatible) SD/MMC/SDHC card
Storage slots 1 1
Launch cost $749 $850