Canon T8i vs Sony A7R
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Canon T8i vs Sony A7R Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 24MP - APS-C Sensor
- 3" Fully Articulated Display
- ISO 100 - 25600 (Expand to 51200)
- 3840 x 2160 video
- Canon EF/EF-S Mount
- 515g - 131 x 103 x 76mm
- Announced February 2020
- Additionally Known as EOS 850D / EOS Kiss X10i Specs
- Replaced the Canon T7i
(Full Review)
- 36MP - Full frame Sensor
- 3" Tilting Screen
- ISO 100 - 25600
- No Anti-Alias Filter
- 1/8000s Max Shutter
- 1920 x 1080 video
- Sony E Mount
- 465g - 127 x 94 x 48mm
- Revealed February 2014
- Renewed by Sony A7R II
Canon T8i vs Sony A7R Overview
Below is a in depth comparison of the Canon T8i and Sony A7R, one being a Entry-Level DSLR and the latter is a Pro Mirrorless by manufacturers Canon and Sony. There is a big difference among the sensor resolutions of the T8i (24MP) and A7R (36MP) and the T8i (APS-C) and A7R (Full frame) feature totally different sensor size.
Fujifilm accuses Eastman Kodak of patent violation in new lawsuitThe T8i was released 6 years later than the A7R and that is a fairly big gap as far as camera tech is concerned. Both of these cameras offer different body type with the Canon T8i being a Compact SLR camera and the Sony A7R being a SLR-style mirrorless camera.
Before getting straight into a in-depth comparison, below is a concise overview of how the T8i scores versus the A7R in terms of portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.
Canon T8i vs Sony A7R Gallery
Below is a preview of the gallery images for Canon EOS Rebel T8i and Sony Alpha A7R. The complete galleries are provided at Canon T8i Gallery and Sony A7R Gallery.
Reasons to pick Canon T8i over the Sony A7R
T8i | A7R | |||
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Revealed | February 2020 | February 2014 | More recent by 73 months | |
Screen type | Fully Articulated | Tilting | Fully Articulating screen | |
Selfie screen | Easy selfies | |||
Touch screen | Quickly navigate |
Reasons to pick Sony A7R over the Canon T8i
A7R | T8i | |||
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Screen resolution | 1230k | 1040k | Sharper screen (+190k dot) |
Common features in the Canon T8i and Sony A7R
T8i | A7R | |||
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Focus manually | Dial precise focusing | |||
Screen sizing | 3" | 3" | Equivalent screen size |
Canon T8i vs Sony A7R Physical Comparison
For those who are looking to lug around your camera regularly, you will need to factor its weight and dimensions. The Canon T8i has got physical dimensions of 131mm x 103mm x 76mm (5.2" x 4.1" x 3.0") and a weight of 515 grams (1.14 lbs) and the Sony A7R has dimensions of 127mm x 94mm x 48mm (5.0" x 3.7" x 1.9") with a weight of 465 grams (1.03 lbs).
Contrast the Canon T8i and Sony A7R in the all new Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.Remember, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change depending on the lens you use at that time. Underneath is the front view measurement comparison of the T8i vs the A7R.
Taking into consideration size and weight, the portability score of the T8i and A7R is 67 and 78 respectively.
Canon T8i vs Sony A7R Sensor Comparison
Oftentimes, its tough to see the difference in sensor measurements simply by checking out technical specs. The visual below will give you a more clear sense of the sensor dimensions in the T8i and A7R.
As you have seen, each of these cameras offer different megapixels and different sensor measurements. The T8i featuring a smaller sensor will make getting shallower depth of field trickier and the Sony A7R will produce greater detail as a result of its extra 12 Megapixels. Higher resolution will also make it easier to crop photographs a little more aggressively. The fresher T8i will have an advantage with regard to sensor technology.
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Canon T8i vs Sony A7R Specifications
Canon EOS Rebel T8i | Sony Alpha A7R | |
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General Information | ||
Brand Name | Canon | Sony |
Model type | Canon EOS Rebel T8i | Sony Alpha A7R |
Also Known as | EOS 850D / EOS Kiss X10i Specs | - |
Type | Entry-Level DSLR | Pro Mirrorless |
Announced | 2020-02-12 | 2014-02-13 |
Physical type | Compact SLR | SLR-style mirrorless |
Sensor Information | ||
Processor | DIGIC 8 | Bionz X |
Sensor type | CMOS | CMOS |
Sensor size | APS-C | Full frame |
Sensor measurements | 22.3 x 14.9mm | 35.9 x 24mm |
Sensor surface area | 332.3mm² | 861.6mm² |
Sensor resolution | 24MP | 36MP |
Anti alias filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 1:1, 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 | 3:2 and 16:9 |
Full resolution | 6000 x 4000 | 7360 x 4912 |
Max native ISO | 25600 | 25600 |
Max boosted ISO | 51200 | - |
Lowest native ISO | 100 | 100 |
RAW support | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Focus manually | ||
AF touch | ||
AF continuous | ||
Single AF | ||
AF tracking | ||
AF selectice | ||
Center weighted AF | ||
Multi area AF | ||
Live view AF | ||
Face detect AF | ||
Contract detect AF | ||
Phase detect AF | ||
Total focus points | 45 | 25 |
Lens | ||
Lens mount type | Canon EF/EF-S | Sony E |
Available lenses | 326 | 121 |
Focal length multiplier | 1.6 | 1 |
Screen | ||
Display type | Fully Articulated | Tilting |
Display diagonal | 3" | 3" |
Display resolution | 1,040 thousand dots | 1,230 thousand dots |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch display | ||
Display tech | - | Xtra Fine LCD |
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder | Optical (pentamirror) | Electronic |
Viewfinder resolution | - | 2,359 thousand dots |
Viewfinder coverage | 95% | 100% |
Viewfinder magnification | 0.51x | 0.71x |
Features | ||
Lowest shutter speed | 30 secs | 30 secs |
Highest shutter speed | 1/4000 secs | 1/8000 secs |
Continuous shooting rate | 7.5 frames per sec | 4.0 frames per sec |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Manual mode | ||
Exposure compensation | Yes | Yes |
Set WB | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Integrated flash | ||
Flash distance | 4.00 m (with Auto ISO) | no built-in flash |
Flash settings | - | no built-in flash |
External flash | ||
AEB | ||
WB bracketing | ||
Highest flash synchronize | - | 1/160 secs |
Exposure | ||
Multisegment exposure | ||
Average exposure | ||
Spot exposure | ||
Partial exposure | ||
AF area exposure | ||
Center weighted exposure | ||
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 (60p, 60i, 24p), 1440 x 1080 (30p), 640 x 480 (30p) |
Max video resolution | 3840x2160 | 1920x1080 |
Video format | MPEG-4, H.264 | MPEG-4, AVCHD |
Microphone support | ||
Headphone support | ||
Connectivity | ||
Wireless | Built-In | Built-In |
Bluetooth | ||
NFC | ||
HDMI | ||
USB | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) |
GPS | Optional | None |
Physical | ||
Environmental sealing | ||
Water proofing | ||
Dust proofing | ||
Shock proofing | ||
Crush proofing | ||
Freeze proofing | ||
Weight | 515 grams (1.14 lb) | 465 grams (1.03 lb) |
Dimensions | 131 x 103 x 76mm (5.2" x 4.1" x 3.0") | 127 x 94 x 48mm (5.0" x 3.7" x 1.9") |
DXO scores | ||
DXO All around rating | not tested | 95 |
DXO Color Depth rating | not tested | 25.6 |
DXO Dynamic range rating | not tested | 14.1 |
DXO Low light rating | not tested | 2746 |
Other | ||
Battery life | 800 photos | 340 photos |
Type of battery | Battery Pack | Battery Pack |
Battery ID | - | NP-FW50 |
Self timer | Yes (2 or 10 sec) | Yes (2 or 10 sec; continuous (3 or 5 exposures)) |
Time lapse feature | With downloadable app | |
Type of storage | SD/SDHC/SDXC (UHS-I compatible) | SD/SDHC/SDXC, Memory Stick Duo/Pro Duo/Pro-HG Duo |
Card slots | One | One |
Retail cost | $750 | $1,898 |