Canon T8i vs Nikon D3300

Let's look a little more closely at the Canon T8i versus Nikon D3300, both Entry-Level DSLR digital cameras by manufacturers Canon and Nikon. The resolution of the T8i (24MP) and the D3300 (24MP) is fairly well matched and they possess the exact same sensor sizes (APS-C).

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The T8i was manufactured 5 years after the D3300 which is quite a significant gap as far as tech is concerned. Each of the cameras come with the identical body type (Compact SLR).

Before going through a step-by-step comparison, below is a short synopsis of how the T8i scores vs the D3300 in relation to portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

Following is a sample of the gallery pictures for Canon EOS Rebel T8i and Nikon D3300. The entire galleries are viewable at Canon T8i Gallery and Nikon D3300 Gallery.

If you're planning to carry around your camera regularly, you'll need to think about its weight and proportions. The Canon T8i offers exterior dimensions of 131mm x 103mm x 76mm (5.2" x 4.1" x 3.0") along with a weight of 515 grams (1.14 lbs) and the Nikon D3300 has measurements of 124mm x 98mm x 76mm (4.9" x 3.9" x 3.0") along with a weight of 430 grams (0.95 lbs).

Contrast the Canon T8i versus Nikon D3300 in the new Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Remember that, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change depending on the lens you have during that time. The following is the front view size comparison of the T8i against the D3300.

Considering size and weight, the portability rating of the T8i and D3300 is 67 and 69 respectively.

In many cases, it's difficult to visualise the contrast between sensor sizes purely by looking at technical specs. The picture underneath might offer you a more clear sense of the sensor sizes in the T8i and D3300.

As you can tell, both of those cameras posses the exact same sensor measurements and the exact same resolution and you should expect similar quality of pictures however you have to take the production date of the products into consideration. The more recent T8i will have an edge in sensor innovation.