Canon T8i vs Nikon D5100

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.

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.

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).

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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.

Taking into account dimensions and weight, the portability grade of the T8i and D5100 is 67 and 66 respectively.

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.