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Canon T7i vs Sony A77

Portability
67
Imaging
67
Features
84
Overall
73
Canon EOS Rebel T7i front
 
Sony SLT-A77 front
Portability
59
Imaging
64
Features
83
Overall
71

Canon T7i vs Sony A77 Key Specs

Canon T7i
(Full Review)
  • 24MP - APS-C Sensor
  • 3" Fully Articulated Screen
  • ISO 100 - 25600 (Raise to 51200)
  • 1920 x 1080 video
  • Canon EF/EF-S Mount
  • 532g - 131 x 100 x 76mm
  • Revealed February 2017
  • Additionally referred to as EOS 800D / Kiss X9i
  • Previous Model is Canon T6i
  • Later Model is Canon T8i
Sony A77
(Full Review)
  • 24MP - APS-C Sensor
  • 3" Fully Articulated Screen
  • ISO 50 - 16000 (Raise to 25600)
  • Sensor based Image Stabilization
  • 1/8000s Maximum Shutter
  • 1920 x 1080 video
  • Sony/Minolta Alpha Mount
  • 732g - 143 x 104 x 81mm
  • Launched October 2011
  • Replaced the Sony A700
  • Later Model is Sony A77 II
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Canon T7i vs Sony A77 Overview

Here, we will be looking at the Canon T7i versus Sony A77, former is a Entry-Level DSLR while the latter is a Advanced DSLR by rivals Canon and Sony. The resolution of the T7i (24MP) and the A77 (24MP) is relatively comparable and both cameras offer the identical sensor sizing (APS-C).

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The T7i was revealed 5 years after the A77 which is a fairly big difference as far as camera tech is concerned. Both of these cameras feature the same body design (Mid-size SLR).

Before diving into a step-by-step comparison, here is a quick view of how the T7i matches up against the A77 when it comes to portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

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Reasons to pick Canon T7i over the Sony A77

 T7i A77 
LaunchedFebruary 2017October 2011Newer by 65 months
Screen resolution1040k921kCrisper screen (+119k dot)
Touch friendly screen Quickly navigate

Reasons to pick Sony A77 over the Canon T7i

 A77 T7i 

Common features in the Canon T7i and Sony A77

 T7i A77 
Focus manually Dial exact focus
Screen typeFully ArticulatedFully ArticulatedFully Articulated screen
Screen size3"3"Same screen measurement
Selfie screen Both good for selfies

Canon T7i vs Sony A77 Physical Comparison

For anyone who is looking to travel with your camera frequently, you have to factor in its weight and size. The Canon T7i comes with physical measurements of 131mm x 100mm x 76mm (5.2" x 3.9" x 3.0") and a weight of 532 grams (1.17 lbs) and the Sony A77 has specifications of 143mm x 104mm x 81mm (5.6" x 4.1" x 3.2") with a weight of 732 grams (1.61 lbs).

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Take into account, the weight of an ILC will differ based on the lens you are using at the time. The following is a front view sizing comparison of the T7i versus the A77.

Canon T7i vs Sony A77 size comparison

Considering size and weight, the portability grade of the T7i and A77 is 67 and 59 respectively.

Canon T7i vs Sony A77 top view buttons comparison

Canon T7i vs Sony A77 Sensor Comparison

In many cases, it is tough to picture the contrast in sensor dimensions simply by seeing a spec sheet. The pic below will help provide you a much better sense of the sensor sizing in the T7i and A77.

Clearly, each of these cameras feature the identical sensor size and the exact same megapixels so you can expect comparable quality of images although you might want to consider the age of the cameras into account. The more modern T7i provides a benefit with regard to sensor tech.

Canon T7i vs Sony A77 sensor size comparison

Canon T7i vs Sony A77 Screen and ViewFinder

Canon T7i vs Sony A77 Screen and Viewfinder comparison
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Photography Type Scores

Portrait Comparison

Canon T7i as a Portrait photography camera
Sony A77 as a Portrait photography camera
80
has manual focus
resolution is good (24MP)
sensor size is nice (APS-C)
has face detect autofocus
supports RAW files
78
has manual focus
MP count decent (24 megapixels)
sensor size is nice (APS-C)
offers face detect autofocus
delivers RAW files
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Street Comparison

Canon T7i Street photography features
Sony A77 Street photography features
73
screen articulates fully
sensor size is nice (APS-C)
supports RAW files
has touch focus
good high ISO (25,600)
does not have image stabilization
75
fully articulated screen
built in image stabilization (Sensor based)
sensor size is nice (APS-C)
delivers RAW files
weather sealing
Photography Glossary

Sports Comparison

Sports photography with Canon T7i
Sports photography with Sony A77
66
resolution is good (24MP)
sensor size is nice (APS-C)
has tracking focus
has phase detect autofocus
low fps (6.0 frames per second)
does not have image stabilization
74
max shutter speed is good (1/8,000s)
built in image stabilization (Sensor based)
MP count decent (24MP)
sensor size is nice (APS-C)
weather sealing
comes with phase detect autofocus
bad battery life (470 CIPA)
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Travel Comparison

Canon T7i Travel photography information
Sony A77 Travel photography information
80
has bluetooth
has touch focus
resolution is good (24MP)
flash built-in
selfie friendly display
63
weather sealing
MP count decent (24MP)
flash built-in
screen is selfie friendly
doesn't have Timelapse mode
bad battery life (470 CIPA)
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Landscape Comparison

Canon T7i Landscape photography factors
Sony A77 Landscape photography factors
77
has manual focus
switch lenses (Canon EF/EF-S mount)
screen is a good size (3 inches)
resolution is good (24MP)
sensor size is nice (APS-C)
good high ISO (25,600)
supports RAW files
does not have image stabilization
71
has manual focus
swap lenses (Sony/Minolta Alpha mount)
screen is a decent size (3")
built in image stabilization (Sensor based)
MP count decent (24 megapixels)
sensor size is nice (APS-C)
delivers RAW files
weather sealing
bad battery life (470 per charge)
doesn't have Timelapse mode
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Vlogging Comparison

Canon T7i as a Vlogging camera
Sony A77 as a Vlogging camera
73
selfie friendly display
touch screen
has face detect autofocus
good video quality (1920 x 1080 pxls)
has mic jack
does not have image stabilization
76
screen is selfie friendly
built in image stabilization (Sensor based)
offers face detect autofocus
high quality video (1920 x 1080 pixels)
does have microphone support
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Canon T7i vs Sony A77 Specifications

Detailed spec comparison table for Canon T7i and Sony A77
 Canon EOS Rebel T7iSony SLT-A77
General Information
Brand Canon Sony
Model Canon EOS Rebel T7i Sony SLT-A77
Also referred to as EOS 800D / Kiss X9i -
Category Entry-Level DSLR Advanced DSLR
Revealed 2017-02-15 2011-10-25
Physical type Mid-size SLR Mid-size SLR
Sensor Information
Processor Chip DIGIC 7 Bionz
Sensor type CMOS CMOS
Sensor size APS-C APS-C
Sensor measurements 22.3 x 14.9mm 23.5 x 15.6mm
Sensor area 332.3mm² 366.6mm²
Sensor resolution 24 megapixels 24 megapixels
Anti aliasing filter
Aspect ratio 1:1, 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 3:2 and 16:9
Highest Possible resolution 6000 x 4000 6000 x 4000
Maximum native ISO 25600 16000
Maximum enhanced ISO 51200 25600
Min native ISO 100 50
RAW files
Autofocusing
Manual focus
Touch focus
Continuous autofocus
Autofocus single
Autofocus tracking
Autofocus selectice
Autofocus center weighted
Autofocus multi area
Live view autofocus
Face detection autofocus
Contract detection autofocus
Phase detection autofocus
Number of focus points 45 19
Cross focus points - 11
Lens
Lens mount Canon EF/EF-S Sony/Minolta Alpha
Total lenses 326 143
Crop factor 1.6 1.5
Screen
Type of screen Fully Articulated Fully Articulated
Screen diagonal 3" 3"
Resolution of screen 1,040 thousand dots 921 thousand dots
Selfie friendly
Liveview
Touch capability
Viewfinder Information
Viewfinder Optical (pentamirror) Electronic
Viewfinder resolution - 2,359 thousand dots
Viewfinder coverage 95% 100%
Viewfinder magnification 0.51x 0.73x
Features
Minimum shutter speed 30 seconds 30 seconds
Fastest shutter speed 1/4000 seconds 1/8000 seconds
Continuous shutter rate 6.0fps 12.0fps
Shutter priority
Aperture priority
Manual mode
Exposure compensation Yes Yes
Custom white balance
Image stabilization
Built-in flash
Flash range 12.00 m (at ISO 100) 12.00 m
Flash modes - Auto, On, Off, Red-Eye, Slow Sync, High Speed Sync, Rear Curtain, Fill-in, Wireless
Hot shoe
AE bracketing
WB bracketing
Fastest flash synchronize 1/200 seconds 1/250 seconds
Exposure
Multisegment
Average
Spot
Partial
AF area
Center weighted
Video features
Video resolutions 1920 x 1080 @ 60p / 60 Mbps, MOV, H.264, Linear PCM 1920 x 1080 (60, 24 fps), 1440 x 1080 (30fps), 640 x 424 (29.97 fps)
Maximum video resolution 1920x1080 1920x1080
Video data format MPEG-4, H.264 MPEG-4, AVCHD, H.264
Microphone support
Headphone support
Connectivity
Wireless Built-In Eye-Fi Connected
Bluetooth
NFC
HDMI
USB USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec)
GPS Optional BuiltIn
Physical
Environment sealing
Water proof
Dust proof
Shock proof
Crush proof
Freeze proof
Weight 532 grams (1.17 lbs) 732 grams (1.61 lbs)
Physical dimensions 131 x 100 x 76mm (5.2" x 3.9" x 3.0") 143 x 104 x 81mm (5.6" x 4.1" x 3.2")
DXO scores
DXO Overall score not tested 78
DXO Color Depth score not tested 24.0
DXO Dynamic range score not tested 13.2
DXO Low light score not tested 801
Other
Battery life 600 pictures 470 pictures
Style of battery Battery Pack Battery Pack
Battery model - NP-FM500H
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/SDHC/SDXC/Memory Stick Pro Duo/ Pro-HG Duo
Card slots 1 1
Price at release $749 $900