Canon T7i vs Sony FX3
67 Imaging
67 Features
84 Overall
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62 Imaging
65 Features
92 Overall
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Canon T7i vs Sony FX3 Key Specs
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- 12MP - Full frame Sensor
- 3.00" Fully Articulated Display
- ISO 80 - 102400 (Expand to 409600)
- Sensor based 5-axis Image Stabilization
- 1/8000s Maximum Shutter
- 3840 x 2160 video
- Sony E Mount
- 716g - 130 x 78 x 85mm
- Released February 2021

Canon T7i vs Sony FX3 Overview
In this write-up, we are contrasting the Canon T7i versus Sony FX3, former being a Entry-Level DSLR while the other is a Pro Mirrorless by competitors Canon and Sony. There exists a noticeable gap between the image resolutions of the T7i (24MP) and FX3 (12MP) and the T7i (APS-C) and FX3 (Full frame) possess different sensor dimensions.

The T7i was launched 5 years before the FX3 and that is quite a sizable difference as far as technology is concerned. Both cameras offer different body type with the Canon T7i being a Mid-size SLR camera and the Sony FX3 being a Rangefinder-style mirrorless camera.
Before delving through a detailed comparison, below is a brief summation of how the T7i scores versus the FX3 in relation to portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.

Canon T7i vs Sony FX3 Gallery
Following is a sample of the gallery pictures for Canon EOS Rebel T7i & Sony FX3. The complete galleries are provided at Canon T7i Gallery & Sony FX3 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Canon T7i over the Sony FX3
T7i | FX3 |
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Reasons to pick Sony FX3 over the Canon T7i
FX3 | T7i | |||
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Released | February 2021 | ![]() | February 2017 | More recent by 48 months |
Display resolution | 1440k | ![]() | 1040k | Clearer display (+400k dot) |
Common features in the Canon T7i and Sony FX3
T7i | FX3 | |||
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Focus manually | ![]() | Dial exact focusing | ||
Display type | Fully Articulated | ![]() | Fully articulated | Fully Articulated display |
Display sizing | 3" | ![]() | 3.00" | Equivalent display sizing |
Selfie screen | ![]() | Both good for selfies | ||
Touch display | ![]() | Easily navigate |
Canon T7i vs Sony FX3 Physical Comparison
For anybody who is going to lug around your camera regularly, you're going to have to take into account its weight and size. The Canon T7i enjoys physical 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 Sony FX3 has specifications of 130mm x 78mm x 85mm (5.1" x 3.1" x 3.3") having a weight of 716 grams (1.58 lbs).
Contrast the Canon T7i versus Sony FX3 in our completely new Camera plus Lens Size Comparison Tool.
Bear in mind, the weight of an ILC will change depending on the lens you are utilising during that time. Below is the front view physical size comparison of the T7i compared to the FX3.

Taking into account dimensions and weight, the portability score of the T7i and FX3 is 67 and 62 respectively.

Canon T7i vs Sony FX3 Sensor Comparison
Sometimes, it can be difficult to picture the difference between sensor measurements simply by reading technical specs. The photograph below may offer you a greater sense of the sensor sizes in the T7i and FX3.
As you can tell, both cameras offer different megapixels and different sensor measurements. The T7i because of its tinier sensor is going to make shooting shallow depth of field more difficult and the Canon T7i will deliver more detail utilizing its extra 12MP. Greater resolution will also help you crop photos a little more aggressively. The older T7i is going to be behind with regard to sensor innovation.

Canon T7i vs Sony FX3 Screen and ViewFinder


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Canon T7i vs Sony FX3 Specifications
Canon EOS Rebel T7i | Sony FX3 | |
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General Information | ||
Company | Canon | Sony |
Model | Canon EOS Rebel T7i | Sony FX3 |
Also Known as | EOS 800D / Kiss X9i | - |
Class | Entry-Level DSLR | Pro Mirrorless |
Launched | 2017-02-15 | 2021-02-23 |
Physical type | Mid-size SLR | Rangefinder-style mirrorless |
Sensor Information | ||
Powered by | DIGIC 7 | - |
Sensor type | CMOS | BSI-CMOS |
Sensor size | APS-C | Full frame |
Sensor measurements | 22.3 x 14.9mm | 35.6 x 23.8mm |
Sensor surface area | 332.3mm² | 847.3mm² |
Sensor resolution | 24 megapixels | 12 megapixels |
Anti aliasing filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 1:1, 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 | 3:2 and 16:9 |
Maximum resolution | 6000 x 4000 | 4240 x 2832 |
Maximum native ISO | 25600 | 102400 |
Maximum boosted ISO | 51200 | 409600 |
Lowest native ISO | 100 | 80 |
RAW files | ||
Lowest boosted ISO | - | 50 |
Autofocusing | ||
Focus manually | ||
Touch to focus | ||
AF continuous | ||
AF single | ||
Tracking AF | ||
AF selectice | ||
AF center weighted | ||
Multi area AF | ||
Live view AF | ||
Face detect AF | ||
Contract detect AF | ||
Phase detect AF | ||
Number of focus points | 45 | 759 |
Lens | ||
Lens mount | Canon EF/EF-S | Sony E |
Number of lenses | 326 | 187 |
Crop factor | 1.6 | 1 |
Screen | ||
Display type | Fully Articulated | Fully articulated |
Display diagonal | 3 inches | 3.00 inches |
Resolution of display | 1,040 thousand dots | 1,440 thousand dots |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch display | ||
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder type | Optical (pentamirror) | None |
Viewfinder coverage | 95% | - |
Viewfinder magnification | 0.51x | - |
Features | ||
Slowest shutter speed | 30s | 30s |
Maximum shutter speed | 1/4000s | 1/8000s |
Continuous shooting rate | 6.0fps | 10.0fps |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Manual mode | ||
Exposure compensation | Yes | Yes |
Change WB | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Inbuilt flash | ||
Flash range | 12.00 m (at ISO 100) | no built-in flash |
Flash settings | - | no built-in flash |
External flash | ||
Auto exposure bracketing | ||
WB bracketing | ||
Maximum flash synchronize | 1/200s | - |
Exposure | ||
Multisegment exposure | ||
Average exposure | ||
Spot exposure | ||
Partial exposure | ||
AF area exposure | ||
Center weighted exposure | ||
Video features | ||
Video resolutions | 1920 x 1080 @ 60p / 60 Mbps, MOV, H.264, Linear PCM | 3840 x 2160 @ 120p / 280 Mbps, XAVC S, MP4, H.265, Linear PCM 3840 x 2160 @ 100p / 280 Mbps, XAVC S, MP4, H.265, Linear PCM 3840 x 2160 @ 60p / 200 Mbps, XAVC S, MP4, H.265, Linear PCM 3840 x 2160 @ 50p / 200 Mbps, XAVC S, MP4, H.265, Linear PCM 3840 x 2160 @ 30p / 140 Mbps, XAVC S, MP4, H.265, Linear PCM 3840 x 2160 @ 25p / 140 Mbps, XAVC S, MP4, H.265, Linear PCM 3840 x 2160 @ 24p / 100 Mbps, XAVC S, MP4, H.265, Linear PCM 1920 x 1080 @ 120p / 100 Mbps, XAVC S, MP4, H.264, Linear PCM 1920 x 1080 @ 100p / 100 Mbps, XAVC S, MP4, H.264, Linear PCM 1920 x 1080 @ 60p / 50 Mbps, XAVC S, MP4, H.264, Linear PCM 1920 x 1080 @ 50p / 50 Mbps, XAVC S, MP4, H.264, Linear PCM 1920 x 1080 @ 25p / 50 Mbps, XAVC S, MP4, H.264, Linear PCM 1920 x 1080 @ 24p / 50 Mbps, XAVC S, MP4, H.264, Linear PCM |
Maximum video resolution | 1920x1080 | 3840x2160 |
Video file format | MPEG-4, H.264 | MPEG-4, XAVC S, XAVC HS, XAVC S-1, H.264, H.265 |
Microphone support | ||
Headphone support | ||
Connectivity | ||
Wireless | Built-In | Built-In |
Bluetooth | ||
NFC | ||
HDMI | ||
USB | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) | USB 3.2 Gen 1 (5 GBit/sec) |
GPS | Optional | None |
Physical | ||
Environment sealing | ||
Water proof | ||
Dust proof | ||
Shock proof | ||
Crush proof | ||
Freeze proof | ||
Weight | 532 grams (1.17 lbs) | 716 grams (1.58 lbs) |
Dimensions | 131 x 100 x 76mm (5.2" x 3.9" x 3.0") | 130 x 78 x 85mm (5.1" x 3.1" x 3.3") |
DXO scores | ||
DXO All around score | not tested | 85 |
DXO Color Depth score | not tested | 24.2 |
DXO Dynamic range score | not tested | 13.4 |
DXO Low light score | not tested | 3900 |
Other | ||
Battery life | 600 pictures | 600 pictures |
Battery style | Battery Pack | Battery Pack |
Battery model | - | NP-FZ100 |
Self timer | Yes (2 or 10 sec) | Yes (2 or 10 sec; continuous (3 or 5 exposures)) |
Time lapse feature | With downloadable app | |
Type of storage | SD/SDHC/SDXC (UHS-I compatible) | Dual SD/CFexpress Type A slots |
Card slots | 1 | Two |
Retail pricing | $749 | $3,900 |