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Canon T8i vs Nikon D5600

Portability
67
Imaging
70
Features
88
Overall
77
Canon EOS Rebel T8i front
 
Nikon D5600 front
Portability
70
Imaging
68
Features
85
Overall
74

Canon T8i vs Nikon D5600 Key Specs

Canon T8i
(Full Review)
  • 24MP - APS-C Sensor
  • 3" Fully Articulated Display
  • ISO 100 - 25600 (Increase to 51200)
  • 3840 x 2160 video
  • Canon EF/EF-S Mount
  • 515g - 131 x 103 x 76mm
  • Revealed February 2020
  • Alternate Name is EOS 850D / EOS Kiss X10i Specs
  • Superseded the Canon T7i
Nikon D5600
(Full Review)
  • 24MP - APS-C Sensor
  • 3.2" Fully Articulated Display
  • ISO 100 - 25600
  • No Anti-Alias Filter
  • 1920 x 1080 video
  • Nikon F Mount
  • 465g - 124 x 97 x 70mm
  • Introduced November 2016
  • Previous Model is Nikon D5500
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Canon T8i vs Nikon D5600 Overview

The following is a complete review of the Canon T8i versus Nikon D5600, both Entry-Level DSLR digital cameras by rivals Canon and Nikon. The resolution of the T8i (24MP) and the D5600 (24MP) is very similar and both cameras posses the same sensor measurements (APS-C).

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The T8i was unveiled 3 years after the D5600 which is quite a sizable gap as far as tech is concerned. The two cameras have the same body design (Compact SLR).

Before diving right into a comprehensive comparison, here is a quick highlight of how the T8i grades versus the D5600 in regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

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Reasons to pick Canon T8i over the Nikon D5600

 T8i D5600 
IntroducedFebruary 2020November 2016Newer by 40 months
Display resolution1040k1037kSharper display (+3k dot)

Reasons to pick Nikon D5600 over the Canon T8i

 D5600 T8i 
Display dimensions3.2"3"Larger display (+0.2")

Common features in the Canon T8i and Nikon D5600

 T8i D5600 
Focus manually Dial exact focus
Display typeFully ArticulatedFully ArticulatedFully Articulated display
Selfie screen Both are selfie friendly
Touch display Easily navigate

Canon T8i vs Nikon D5600 Physical Comparison

In case you're going to travel with your camera regularly, you will want to factor in its weight and size. The Canon T8i has outer dimensions of 131mm x 103mm x 76mm (5.2" x 4.1" x 3.0") accompanied by a weight of 515 grams (1.14 lbs) whilst the Nikon D5600 has specifications of 124mm x 97mm x 70mm (4.9" x 3.8" x 2.8") and a weight of 465 grams (1.03 lbs).

Examine the Canon T8i versus Nikon D5600 in the latest Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool. Camera Size Comparison with Lenses

Don't forget, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change based on the lens you have attached at that time. The following is a front view measurement comparison of the T8i and the D5600.

Canon T8i vs Nikon D5600 size comparison

Considering size and weight, the portability grade of the T8i and D5600 is 67 and 70 respectively.

Canon T8i vs Nikon D5600 top view buttons comparison

Canon T8i vs Nikon D5600 Sensor Comparison

Often, it can be difficult to picture the gap between sensor dimensions only by reading technical specs. The picture here might give you a clearer sense of the sensor dimensions in the T8i and D5600.

As you have seen, both of the cameras provide the same sensor dimensions and the same exact resolution so you should expect similar quality of images although you would want to consider the production date of the products into consideration. The younger T8i should have a benefit in sensor technology.

Canon T8i vs Nikon D5600 sensor size comparison

Canon T8i vs Nikon D5600 Screen and ViewFinder

Canon T8i vs Nikon D5600 Screen and Viewfinder comparison
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Photography Type Scores

Portrait Comparison

Canon T8i Portrait photography details
Nikon D5600 Portrait photography details
82
you can focus manually
MP count decent (24MP)
good sensor size (APS-C)
comes with face detect focusing
delivers RAW formats
80
focusing manually
MP count good (24MP)
good sensor size (APS-C)
comes with face detection autofocus
supports RAW formats
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Street Comparison

Canon T8i Street photography features
Nikon D5600 Street photography features
73
screen articulates
good sensor size (APS-C)
delivers RAW formats
provides focus via touch
very good ISO range (25,600)
no image stabilization
74
screen articulates
good sensor size (APS-C)
supports RAW formats
offers focus by touch
above average ISO range (25,600)
no image stabilization
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Sports Comparison

Canon T8i Sports photography info
Nikon D5600 Sports photography info
76
MP count decent (24MP)
good sensor size (APS-C)
comes with tracking focus
good battery life (800 per charge)
comes with phase detect AF
no image stabilization
69
MP count good (24MP)
good sensor size (APS-C)
comes with tracking autofocus
better than average battery pack (820 per charge)
sensor has phase detect autofocus
slow continuous shooting (5.0 frames/s)
no image stabilization
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Travel Comparison

Canon T8i as a Travel photography camera
Nikon D5600 as a Travel photography camera
80
good battery life (800 shots)
supports bluetooth
provides focus via touch
MP count decent (24 megapixels)
flash built-in
display is selfie friendly
81
better than average battery pack (820 CIPA)
supports bluetooth
offers focus by touch
MP count good (24MP)
built-in flash
display is selfie friendly
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Landscape Comparison

Canon T8i Landscape photography highlights
Nikon D5600 Landscape photography highlights
79
you can focus manually
change lenses (Canon EF/EF-S mount)
nice screen size (3 inch)
MP count decent (24 megapixels)
good sensor size (APS-C)
very good ISO range (25,600)
delivers RAW formats
good battery life (800 shots)
no image stabilization
79
focusing manually
switch lenses (Nikon F mount)
screen size is good (3.2")
MP count good (24MP)
good sensor size (APS-C)
doesnt have anti aliasing filter
above average ISO range (25,600)
supports RAW formats
better than average battery pack (820 per charge)
no image stabilization
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Vlogging Comparison

Vlogging with Canon T8i
Vlogging with Nikon D5600
74
display is selfie friendly
has touchscreen
comes with face detect focusing
video resolution high (3840 x 2160 pixels)
does have microphone port
no image stabilization
74
display is selfie friendly
touchscreen capability
comes with face detection autofocus
high res video (1920 x 1080 pxls)
includes external mic socket
no image stabilization
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Canon T8i vs Nikon D5600 Specifications

Detailed spec comparison table for Canon T8i and Nikon D5600
 Canon EOS Rebel T8iNikon D5600
General Information
Manufacturer Canon Nikon
Model type Canon EOS Rebel T8i Nikon D5600
Also referred to as EOS 850D / EOS Kiss X10i Specs -
Category Entry-Level DSLR Entry-Level DSLR
Revealed 2020-02-12 2016-11-10
Physical type Compact SLR Compact SLR
Sensor Information
Powered by DIGIC 8 Expeed 4
Sensor type CMOS CMOS
Sensor size APS-C APS-C
Sensor dimensions 22.3 x 14.9mm 23.5 x 15.6mm
Sensor area 332.3mm² 366.6mm²
Sensor resolution 24MP 24MP
Anti alias filter
Aspect ratio 1:1, 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 3:2
Max resolution 6000 x 4000 6000 x 4000
Max native ISO 25600 25600
Max enhanced ISO 51200 -
Min native ISO 100 100
RAW pictures
Autofocusing
Focus manually
Autofocus touch
Continuous autofocus
Single autofocus
Tracking autofocus
Autofocus selectice
Autofocus center weighted
Autofocus multi area
Live view autofocus
Face detect autofocus
Contract detect autofocus
Phase detect autofocus
Total focus points 45 39
Cross type focus points - 9
Lens
Lens mount type Canon EF/EF-S Nikon F
Number of lenses 326 309
Focal length multiplier 1.6 1.5
Screen
Display type Fully Articulated Fully Articulated
Display diagonal 3 inches 3.2 inches
Display resolution 1,040 thousand dots 1,037 thousand dots
Selfie friendly
Liveview
Touch operation
Viewfinder Information
Viewfinder Optical (pentamirror) Optical (pentamirror)
Viewfinder coverage 95% 95%
Viewfinder magnification 0.51x 0.55x
Features
Min shutter speed 30 seconds 30 seconds
Max shutter speed 1/4000 seconds 1/4000 seconds
Continuous shutter rate 7.5 frames/s 5.0 frames/s
Shutter priority
Aperture priority
Manually set exposure
Exposure compensation Yes Yes
Set white balance
Image stabilization
Built-in flash
Flash distance 4.00 m (with Auto ISO) 12.00 m (at ISO 100)
Flash options - Auto, On, Off, Red-eye, Slow sync, Rear curtain
External flash
Auto exposure bracketing
WB bracketing
Max flash synchronize - 1/200 seconds
Exposure
Multisegment metering
Average metering
Spot metering
Partial metering
AF area metering
Center weighted metering
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 (60, 50, 30, 25, 24 fps), 1280 x 720 (60, 50, 30, 25 fps), 640 x 424 (30, 25 fps)
Max video resolution 3840x2160 1920x1080
Video format MPEG-4, H.264 MPEG-4, H.264
Mic port
Headphone port
Connectivity
Wireless Built-In Built-In
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 gr (1.14 lbs) 465 gr (1.03 lbs)
Physical dimensions 131 x 103 x 76mm (5.2" x 4.1" x 3.0") 124 x 97 x 70mm (4.9" x 3.8" x 2.8")
DXO scores
DXO Overall rating not tested 84
DXO Color Depth rating not tested 24.1
DXO Dynamic range rating not tested 14.0
DXO Low light rating not tested 1306
Other
Battery life 800 images 820 images
Type of battery 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 1 1
Retail cost $750 $597