Canon T8i vs Nikon D3100
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Canon T8i vs Nikon D3100 Key Specs
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- 24MP - APS-C Sensor
- 3" Fully Articulated Screen
- ISO 100 - 25600 (Expand to 51200)
- 3840 x 2160 video
- Canon EF/EF-S Mount
- 515g - 131 x 103 x 76mm
- Launched February 2020
- Alternate Name is EOS 850D / EOS Kiss X10i Specs
- Older Model is Canon T7i
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- 14MP - APS-C Sensor
- 3" Fixed Display
- ISO 100 - 3200 (Push to 12800)
- 1920 x 1080 video
- Nikon F Mount
- 505g - 124 x 96 x 75mm
- Introduced December 2010
- Old Model is Nikon D3000
- Later Model is Nikon D3200
Canon T8i vs Nikon D3100 Overview
Below, we are evaluating the Canon T8i versus Nikon D3100, both Entry-Level DSLR cameras by manufacturers Canon and Nikon. There exists a sizeable gap among the resolutions of the T8i (24MP) and D3100 (14MP) but they feature the exact same sensor sizing (APS-C).
President Biden pushes bill mandating TikTok sale or banThe T8i was launched 9 years after the D3100 which is a fairly large gap as far as camera technology is concerned. Both of these cameras come with the identical body type (Compact SLR).
Before getting in to a more detailed comparison, below is a concise synopsis of how the T8i scores against the D3100 in the way of portability, imaging, features and an overall score.
Canon T8i vs Nikon D3100 Gallery
Following is a sample of the gallery pics for Canon EOS Rebel T8i and Nikon D3100. The complete galleries are viewable at Canon T8i Gallery and Nikon D3100 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Canon T8i over the Nikon D3100
T8i | D3100 | |||
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Introduced | February 2020 | December 2010 | More modern by 112 months | |
Display type | Fully Articulated | Fixed | Fully Articulating display | |
Display resolution | 1040k | 230k | Crisper display (+810k dot) | |
Selfie screen | Easy selfies | |||
Touch display | Easily navigate |
Reasons to pick Nikon D3100 over the Canon T8i
D3100 | T8i |
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Common features in the Canon T8i and Nikon D3100
T8i | D3100 | |||
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Manually focus | Very accurate focusing | |||
Display dimension | 3" | 3" | Identical display measurement |
Canon T8i vs Nikon D3100 Physical Comparison
For anyone who is looking to carry around your camera often, you should take into account its weight and size. The Canon T8i has got outside measurements of 131mm x 103mm x 76mm (5.2" x 4.1" x 3.0") and a weight of 515 grams (1.14 lbs) whilst the Nikon D3100 has specifications of 124mm x 96mm x 75mm (4.9" x 3.8" x 3.0") along with a weight of 505 grams (1.11 lbs).
Analyze the Canon T8i versus Nikon D3100 in the all new Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.Keep in mind, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change based on the lens you are utilising at the time. The following is the front view scale comparison of the T8i compared to the D3100.
Using dimensions and weight, the portability score of the T8i and D3100 is 67 and 68 respectively.
Canon T8i vs Nikon D3100 Sensor Comparison
Quite often, it's hard to see the contrast in sensor sizes simply by looking through specifications. The pic underneath will provide you a stronger sense of the sensor sizing in the T8i and D3100.
To sum up, both of these cameras posses the exact same sensor measurements but not the same megapixels. You should expect to see the Canon T8i to provide you with more detail utilizing its extra 10MP. Greater resolution will let you crop images somewhat more aggressively. The younger T8i will have a benefit when it comes to sensor tech.
Canon T8i vs Nikon D3100 Screen and ViewFinder
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Canon T8i vs Nikon D3100 Specifications
Canon EOS Rebel T8i | Nikon D3100 | |
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General Information | ||
Make | Canon | Nikon |
Model type | Canon EOS Rebel T8i | Nikon D3100 |
Also referred to as | EOS 850D / EOS Kiss X10i Specs | - |
Category | Entry-Level DSLR | Entry-Level DSLR |
Launched | 2020-02-12 | 2010-12-21 |
Physical type | Compact SLR | Compact SLR |
Sensor Information | ||
Chip | DIGIC 8 | Expeed 2 |
Sensor type | CMOS | CMOS |
Sensor size | APS-C | APS-C |
Sensor measurements | 22.3 x 14.9mm | 23.1 x 15.4mm |
Sensor area | 332.3mm² | 355.7mm² |
Sensor resolution | 24 megapixels | 14 megapixels |
Anti alias filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 1:1, 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 | 3:2 |
Peak resolution | 6000 x 4000 | 4608 x 3072 |
Highest native ISO | 25600 | 3200 |
Highest enhanced ISO | 51200 | 12800 |
Lowest native ISO | 100 | 100 |
RAW files | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Manual focusing | ||
Autofocus touch | ||
Continuous autofocus | ||
Autofocus single | ||
Tracking autofocus | ||
Selective autofocus | ||
Center weighted autofocus | ||
Autofocus multi area | ||
Autofocus live view | ||
Face detection focus | ||
Contract detection focus | ||
Phase detection focus | ||
Total focus points | 45 | 11 |
Cross type focus points | - | 1 |
Lens | ||
Lens support | Canon EF/EF-S | Nikon F |
Amount of lenses | 326 | 309 |
Focal length multiplier | 1.6 | 1.6 |
Screen | ||
Type of screen | Fully Articulated | Fixed Type |
Screen sizing | 3 inch | 3 inch |
Screen resolution | 1,040k dots | 230k dots |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch operation | ||
Screen tech | - | TFT LCD monitor |
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder | Optical (pentamirror) | Optical (pentamirror) |
Viewfinder coverage | 95 percent | 95 percent |
Viewfinder magnification | 0.51x | 0.53x |
Features | ||
Minimum shutter speed | 30s | 30s |
Fastest shutter speed | 1/4000s | 1/4000s |
Continuous shutter rate | 7.5 frames per sec | 3.0 frames per sec |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Expose Manually | ||
Exposure compensation | Yes | Yes |
Custom white balance | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Built-in flash | ||
Flash distance | 4.00 m (with Auto ISO) | 12.00 m (at ISO 100) |
Flash options | - | Auto, Red-Eye, Slow, Red-Eye Slow, Rear curtain |
Hot shoe | ||
AE bracketing | ||
WB bracketing | ||
Fastest flash synchronize | - | 1/200s |
Exposure | ||
Multisegment | ||
Average | ||
Spot | ||
Partial | ||
AF area | ||
Center weighted | ||
Video features | ||
Supported video resolutions | 3840 x 2160 @ 25p / 120 Mbps, MP4, H.264, AAC3840 x 2160 @ 23.98p / 120 Mbps, MP4, H.264, AAC1920 x 1080 @ 60p / 60 Mbps, MP4, H.264, AAC1920 x 1080 @ 50p / 60 Mbps, MP4, H.264, AAC1920 x 1080 @ 30p / 30 Mbps, MP4, H.264, AAC1920 x 1080 @ 25p / 30 Mbps, MP4, H.264, AAC1920 x 1080 @ 23.98p / 30 Mbps, MP4, H.264, AAC | 1920 x 1080 (24 fps), 1280 x 720 (30, 25, 24 fps), 640 x 424 (24 fps) |
Highest video resolution | 3840x2160 | 1920x1080 |
Video data format | MPEG-4, H.264 | MPEG-4 |
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 | Optional |
Physical | ||
Environmental sealing | ||
Water proofing | ||
Dust proofing | ||
Shock proofing | ||
Crush proofing | ||
Freeze proofing | ||
Weight | 515 grams (1.14 pounds) | 505 grams (1.11 pounds) |
Dimensions | 131 x 103 x 76mm (5.2" x 4.1" x 3.0") | 124 x 96 x 75mm (4.9" x 3.8" x 3.0") |
DXO scores | ||
DXO Overall rating | not tested | 67 |
DXO Color Depth rating | not tested | 22.5 |
DXO Dynamic range rating | not tested | 11.3 |
DXO Low light rating | not tested | 919 |
Other | ||
Battery life | 800 pictures | 550 pictures |
Style of battery | Battery Pack | Battery Pack |
Battery ID | - | EN-EL14 |
Self timer | Yes (2 or 10 sec) | Yes |
Time lapse shooting | ||
Storage type | SD/SDHC/SDXC (UHS-I compatible) | SD/SDHC/SDXC |
Card slots | One | One |
Launch price | $750 | $565 |