Canon T8i vs Sony ZV-E10
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Canon T8i vs Sony ZV-E10 Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 24MP - APS-C Sensor
- 3" Fully Articulated Screen
- ISO 100 - 25600 (Bump to 51200)
- 3840 x 2160 video
- Canon EF/EF-S Mount
- 515g - 131 x 103 x 76mm
- Launched February 2020
- Also referred to as EOS 850D / EOS Kiss X10i Specs
- Previous Model is Canon T7i
(Full Review)
- 24MP - APS-C Sensor
- 3" Fully Articulated Screen
- ISO 100 - 32000 (Boost to 51200)
- 3840 x 1920 video
- Sony E Mount
- 343g - 115 x 64 x 45mm
- Announced July 2021

Canon T8i vs Sony ZV-E10 Overview
Below is a extensive review of the Canon T8i vs Sony ZV-E10, former being a Entry-Level DSLR while the latter is a Entry-Level Mirrorless by companies Canon and Sony. The resolution of the T8i (24MP) and the ZV-E10 (24MP) is relatively similar and both cameras boast the identical sensor size (APS-C).

The T8i was launched 17 months earlier than the ZV-E10 which makes them a generation apart from one another. Each of the cameras feature different body design with the Canon T8i being a Compact SLR camera and the Sony ZV-E10 being a Rangefinder-style mirrorless camera.
Before delving straight to a detailed comparison, here is a concise overview of how the T8i scores versus the ZV-E10 when it comes to portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.

Canon T8i vs Sony ZV-E10 Gallery
This is a preview of the gallery photos for Canon EOS Rebel T8i & Sony ZV-E10. The complete galleries are provided at Canon T8i Gallery & Sony ZV-E10 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Canon T8i over the Sony ZV-E10
T8i | ZV-E10 | |||
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Screen resolution | 1040k | ![]() | 920k | Sharper screen (+120k dot) |
Reasons to pick Sony ZV-E10 over the Canon T8i
ZV-E10 | T8i | |||
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Announced | July 2021 | ![]() | February 2020 | More recent by 17 months |
Common features in the Canon T8i and Sony ZV-E10
T8i | ZV-E10 | |||
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Focus manually | ![]() | Dial precise focusing | ||
Screen type | Fully Articulated | ![]() | Fully Articulated | Fully Articulated screen |
Screen size | 3" | ![]() | 3" | Same screen size |
Selfie screen | ![]() | Both are selfie friendly | ||
Touch friendly screen | ![]() | Quickly navigate |
Canon T8i vs Sony ZV-E10 Physical Comparison
For anyone who is aiming to lug around your camera regularly, you'll have to factor in its weight and dimensions. The Canon T8i has outside measurements of 131mm x 103mm x 76mm (5.2" x 4.1" x 3.0") accompanied by a weight of 515 grams (1.14 lbs) and the Sony ZV-E10 has dimensions of 115mm x 64mm x 45mm (4.5" x 2.5" x 1.8") having a weight of 343 grams (0.76 lbs).
Compare the Canon T8i vs Sony ZV-E10 in our completely new Camera & Lens Size Comparison Tool.
Take into account, the weight of an ILC will differ dependant on the lens you are employing at that moment. The following is a front view proportions comparison of the T8i vs the ZV-E10.

Looking at dimensions and weight, the portability score of the T8i and ZV-E10 is 67 and 86 respectively.

Canon T8i vs Sony ZV-E10 Sensor Comparison
Typically, it's hard to imagine the difference between sensor measurements only by going over a spec sheet. The visual here may provide you a stronger sense of the sensor sizing in the T8i and ZV-E10.
Clearly, both cameras come with the identical sensor size and the same MP and you can expect similar quality of photos though you may want to consider the launch date of the products into consideration. The older T8i is going to be disadvantaged with regard to sensor technology.

Canon T8i vs Sony ZV-E10 Screen and ViewFinder


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Canon T8i vs Sony ZV-E10 Specifications
Canon EOS Rebel T8i | Sony ZV-E10 | |
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General Information | ||
Brand Name | Canon | Sony |
Model | Canon EOS Rebel T8i | Sony ZV-E10 |
Otherwise known as | EOS 850D / EOS Kiss X10i Specs | - |
Type | Entry-Level DSLR | Entry-Level Mirrorless |
Launched | 2020-02-12 | 2021-07-30 |
Body design | Compact SLR | Rangefinder-style mirrorless |
Sensor Information | ||
Chip | DIGIC 8 | - |
Sensor type | CMOS | CMOS |
Sensor size | APS-C | APS-C |
Sensor measurements | 22.3 x 14.9mm | 23.5 x 15.6mm |
Sensor area | 332.3mm² | 366.6mm² |
Sensor resolution | 24 megapixels | 24 megapixels |
Anti aliasing filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 1:1, 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 | 1:1, 3:2 and 16:9 |
Peak resolution | 6000 x 4000 | 6000 x 4000 |
Highest native ISO | 25600 | 32000 |
Highest enhanced ISO | 51200 | 51200 |
Min native ISO | 100 | 100 |
RAW pictures | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Manual focus | ||
Touch to focus | ||
Continuous AF | ||
AF single | ||
AF tracking | ||
Selective AF | ||
AF center weighted | ||
AF multi area | ||
AF live view | ||
Face detection AF | ||
Contract detection AF | ||
Phase detection AF | ||
Number of focus points | 45 | 425 |
Lens | ||
Lens mount | Canon EF/EF-S | Sony E |
Amount of lenses | 326 | 150 |
Focal length multiplier | 1.6 | 1.5 |
Screen | ||
Screen type | Fully Articulated | Fully Articulated |
Screen size | 3 inches | 3 inches |
Screen resolution | 1,040 thousand dot | 920 thousand dot |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch friendly | ||
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder type | Optical (pentamirror) | None |
Viewfinder coverage | 95% | - |
Viewfinder magnification | 0.51x | - |
Features | ||
Minimum shutter speed | 30s | 30s |
Fastest shutter speed | 1/4000s | 1/4000s |
Continuous shutter speed | 7.5fps | 11.0fps |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Manually set exposure | ||
Exposure compensation | Yes | Yes |
Change WB | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Built-in flash | ||
Flash range | 4.00 m (with Auto ISO) | no built-in flash |
Flash modes | - | no built-in flash |
External flash | ||
AE bracketing | ||
White balance bracketing | ||
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 | 3840 x 1920 @ 30p / 100 Mbps, XAVC S, MP4, H.264, Linear PCM3840 x 1920 @ 25p / 100 Mbps, XAVC S, MP4, H.264, Linear PCM1920 x 1080 @ 24p / 100 Mbps, XAVC S, MP4, H.264, Linear PCM1920 x 1080 @ 120p / 100 Mbps, XAVC S, MP4, H.264, Linear PCM1920 x 1080 @ 100p / 100 Mbps, XAVC S, MP4, H.264, Linear PCM1920 x 1080 @ 60p / 50 Mbps, XAVC S, MP4, H.264, Linear PCM1920 x 1080 @ 50p / 50 Mbps, XAVC S, MP4, H.264, Linear PCM1920 x 1080 @ 30p / 50 Mbps, XAVC S, MP4, H.264, Linear PCM1920 x 1080 @ 25p / 50 Mbps, XAVC S, MP4, H.264, Linear PCM1920 x 1080 @ 24p / 50 Mbps, XAVC S, MP4, H.264, Linear PCM |
Highest video resolution | 3840x2160 | 3840x1920 |
Video file format | MPEG-4, H.264 | MPEG-4, XAVC S, H.264 |
Microphone jack | ||
Headphone jack | ||
Connectivity | ||
Wireless | Built-In | Built-In |
Bluetooth | ||
NFC | ||
HDMI | ||
USB | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) | USB 3.2 Gen 1 (5 GBit/sec) |
GPS | Optional | None |
Physical | ||
Environmental seal | ||
Water proof | ||
Dust proof | ||
Shock proof | ||
Crush proof | ||
Freeze proof | ||
Weight | 515g (1.14 lbs) | 343g (0.76 lbs) |
Physical dimensions | 131 x 103 x 76mm (5.2" x 4.1" x 3.0") | 115 x 64 x 45mm (4.5" x 2.5" x 1.8") |
DXO scores | ||
DXO Overall score | not tested | not tested |
DXO Color Depth score | not tested | not tested |
DXO Dynamic range score | not tested | not tested |
DXO Low light score | not tested | not tested |
Other | ||
Battery life | 800 pictures | 440 pictures |
Battery form | Battery Pack | Battery Pack |
Battery model | - | NP-FW50 |
Self timer | Yes (2 or 10 sec) | Yes |
Time lapse feature | ||
Type of storage | SD/SDHC/SDXC (UHS-I compatible) | SD/SDHC/SDXC + Memory Stick Pro Duo |
Storage slots | Single | Single |
Launch cost | $750 | $699 |