Canon T8i vs Nikon D5100
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![Canon EOS Rebel T8i front Canon EOS Rebel T8i front](https://pxlmag.com/db/images/cameras/gallery/medium/Canon-EOS-Rebel-T8i/Canon-T8i-front.jpg)
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Canon T8i vs Nikon D5100 Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 24MP - APS-C Sensor
- 3" Fully Articulated Screen
- ISO 100 - 25600 (Boost to 51200)
- 3840 x 2160 video
- Canon EF/EF-S Mount
- 515g - 131 x 103 x 76mm
- Announced February 2020
- Alternative Name is EOS 850D / EOS Kiss X10i Specs
- Older Model is Canon T7i
(Full Review)
- 16MP - APS-C Sensor
- 3" Fully Articulated Screen
- ISO 100 - 6400 (Push to 25600)
- 1920 x 1080 video
- Nikon F Mount
- 560g - 128 x 97 x 79mm
- Launched April 2011
- Previous Model is Nikon D5000
- Newer Model is Nikon D5200
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Canon T8i vs Nikon D5100 Overview
Below, we will be matching up the Canon T8i and Nikon D5100, both Entry-Level DSLR cameras by companies Canon and Nikon. There exists a sizable gap among the image resolutions of the T8i (24MP) and D5100 (16MP) but they possess the exact same sensor measurements (APS-C).
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The T8i was released 8 years after the D5100 which is a fairly significant difference as far as camera technology is concerned. Both of these cameras come with the identical body type (Compact SLR).
Before diving through a in depth comparison, below is a concise summation of how the T8i matches up vs the D5100 when considering portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.
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Canon T8i vs Nikon D5100 Gallery
Here is a preview of the gallery images for Canon EOS Rebel T8i & Nikon D5100. The complete galleries are available at Canon T8i Gallery & Nikon D5100 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Canon T8i over the Nikon D5100
T8i | D5100 | |||
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Launched | February 2020 | ![]() | April 2011 | Newer by 108 months |
Screen resolution | 1040k | ![]() | 921k | Clearer screen (+119k dot) |
Touch screen | ![]() | Quickly navigate |
Reasons to pick Nikon D5100 over the Canon T8i
D5100 | T8i |
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Common features in the Canon T8i and Nikon D5100
T8i | D5100 | |||
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Manual focus | ![]() | Very precise focusing | ||
Screen type | Fully Articulated | ![]() | Fully Articulated | Fully Articulated screen |
Screen dimension | 3" | ![]() | 3" | Identical screen measurements |
Selfie screen | ![]() | Both good for selfies |
Canon T8i vs Nikon D5100 Physical Comparison
When you are planning to travel with your camera regularly, you have to factor in its weight and measurements. The Canon T8i provides outside measurements of 131mm x 103mm x 76mm (5.2" x 4.1" x 3.0") with a weight of 515 grams (1.14 lbs) whilst the Nikon D5100 has proportions of 128mm x 97mm x 79mm (5.0" x 3.8" x 3.1") with a weight of 560 grams (1.23 lbs).
Check out the Canon T8i and Nikon D5100 in our newest Camera plus Lens Size Comparison Tool.![Camera Size Comparison with Lenses Camera Size Comparison with Lenses](https://pxlmag.com/db/assets/camera-size-comparison-animation.gif)
Don't forget, the weight of an ILC will vary based on the lens you have attached at the time. Here is the front view measurements comparison of the T8i against the D5100.
![Canon T8i vs Nikon D5100 size comparison Canon T8i vs Nikon D5100 size comparison](https://pxlmag.com/db/images/camera-compare/Canon-EOS-Rebel-T8i-vs-Nikon-D5100-size-comparison.jpg)
Taking into account dimensions and weight, the portability grade of the T8i and D5100 is 67 and 66 respectively.
![Canon T8i vs Nikon D5100 top view buttons comparison Canon T8i vs Nikon D5100 top view buttons comparison](https://pxlmag.com/db/images/camera-compare/Canon-EOS-Rebel-T8i-vs-Nikon-D5100-top-view-buttons-comparison.jpg)
Canon T8i vs Nikon D5100 Sensor Comparison
Typically, it is difficult to picture the difference in sensor dimensions merely by seeing specifications. The pic below should give you a greater sense of the sensor measurements in the T8i and D5100.
To sum up, both the cameras posses the exact same sensor measurements albeit different megapixels. You can expect the Canon T8i to show extra detail as a result of its extra 8MP. Higher resolution will let you crop pictures somewhat more aggressively. The more recent T8i provides a benefit in sensor tech.
![Canon T8i vs Nikon D5100 sensor size comparison Canon T8i vs Nikon D5100 sensor size comparison](https://pxlmag.com/db/images/sensor-compare/Canon-EOS-Rebel-T8i-vs-Nikon-D5100-sensor-size-comparison.png)
Canon T8i vs Nikon D5100 Screen and ViewFinder
![Canon T8i vs Nikon D5100 Screen and Viewfinder comparison Canon T8i vs Nikon D5100 Screen and Viewfinder comparison](https://pxlmag.com/db/images/camera-compare/Canon-EOS-Rebel-T8i-vs-Nikon-D5100-screen-back-comparison.jpg)
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Photography Type Scores
Portrait Comparison
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Street Comparison
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Sports Comparison
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Travel Comparison
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Landscape Comparison
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Vlogging Comparison
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Canon T8i vs Nikon D5100 Specifications
Canon EOS Rebel T8i | Nikon D5100 | |
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General Information | ||
Company | Canon | Nikon |
Model type | Canon EOS Rebel T8i | Nikon D5100 |
Also referred to as | EOS 850D / EOS Kiss X10i Specs | - |
Class | Entry-Level DSLR | Entry-Level DSLR |
Announced | 2020-02-12 | 2011-04-26 |
Physical type | Compact SLR | Compact SLR |
Sensor Information | ||
Processor | DIGIC 8 | Expeed 2 |
Sensor type | CMOS | CMOS |
Sensor size | APS-C | APS-C |
Sensor measurements | 22.3 x 14.9mm | 23.6 x 15.7mm |
Sensor area | 332.3mm² | 370.5mm² |
Sensor resolution | 24MP | 16MP |
Anti alias filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 1:1, 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 | 3:2 |
Full resolution | 6000 x 4000 | 4928 x 3264 |
Max native ISO | 25600 | 6400 |
Max boosted ISO | 51200 | 25600 |
Lowest native ISO | 100 | 100 |
RAW format | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Focus manually | ||
AF touch | ||
AF continuous | ||
Single AF | ||
AF tracking | ||
Selective AF | ||
AF center weighted | ||
Multi area AF | ||
AF live view | ||
Face detection focusing | ||
Contract detection focusing | ||
Phase detection focusing | ||
Total focus points | 45 | 11 |
Cross type focus points | - | 1 |
Lens | ||
Lens support | Canon EF/EF-S | Nikon F |
Available lenses | 326 | 309 |
Focal length multiplier | 1.6 | 1.5 |
Screen | ||
Type of screen | Fully Articulated | Fully Articulated |
Screen sizing | 3 inch | 3 inch |
Screen resolution | 1,040k dots | 921k dots |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch display | ||
Screen tech | - | TFT LCD monitor |
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder type | Optical (pentamirror) | Optical (pentamirror) |
Viewfinder coverage | 95 percent | 95 percent |
Viewfinder magnification | 0.51x | 0.52x |
Features | ||
Lowest shutter speed | 30 secs | 30 secs |
Highest shutter speed | 1/4000 secs | 1/4000 secs |
Continuous shooting rate | 7.5fps | 4.0fps |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Expose Manually | ||
Exposure compensation | Yes | Yes |
Custom WB | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Integrated flash | ||
Flash distance | 4.00 m (with Auto ISO) | 12.00 m (at ISO 100) |
Flash settings | - | Auto, On, Off, Red-eye, Slow sync, Rear curtain |
Hot shoe | ||
AE bracketing | ||
WB bracketing | ||
Highest flash synchronize | - | 1/200 secs |
Exposure | ||
Multisegment | ||
Average | ||
Spot | ||
Partial | ||
AF area | ||
Center weighted | ||
Video features | ||
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 (30, 25, 24 fps), 1280 x 720 (30, 25, 24 fps), 640 x 424 (30, 25 fps) |
Max video resolution | 3840x2160 | 1920x1080 |
Video format | MPEG-4, H.264 | MPEG-4 |
Microphone port | ||
Headphone port | ||
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 lbs) | 560 grams (1.23 lbs) |
Dimensions | 131 x 103 x 76mm (5.2" x 4.1" x 3.0") | 128 x 97 x 79mm (5.0" x 3.8" x 3.1") |
DXO scores | ||
DXO All around rating | not tested | 80 |
DXO Color Depth rating | not tested | 23.5 |
DXO Dynamic range rating | not tested | 13.6 |
DXO Low light rating | not tested | 1183 |
Other | ||
Battery life | 800 photos | 660 photos |
Battery type | Battery Pack | Battery Pack |
Battery ID | - | EN-EL14 |
Self timer | Yes (2 or 10 sec) | Yes (2, 5, 10 or 20 sec) |
Time lapse feature | ||
Type of storage | SD/SDHC/SDXC (UHS-I compatible) | SD/SDHC/SDXC |
Card slots | Single | Single |
Launch cost | $750 | $0 |