Canon T6 vs Nikon D5200
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Canon T6 vs Nikon D5200 Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 18MP - APS-C Sensor
- 3" Fixed Screen
- ISO 100 - 6400 (Expand to 12800)
- 1920 x 1080 video
- Canon EF/EF-S Mount
- 485g - 129 x 101 x 78mm
- Revealed March 2016
- Additionally Known as EOS Rebel 1300D
- Replaced the Canon 1200D
(Full Review)
- 24MP - APS-C Sensor
- 3" Fully Articulated Screen
- ISO 100 - 6400 (Raise to 25600)
- 1920 x 1080 video
- Nikon F Mount
- 555g - 129 x 98 x 78mm
- Released May 2013
- Previous Model is Nikon D5100
- Later Model is Nikon D5300

Canon T6 vs Nikon D5200 Overview
The following is a in depth assessment of the Canon T6 versus Nikon D5200, both Entry-Level DSLR cameras by rivals Canon and Nikon. There is a big difference among the resolutions of the T6 (18MP) and D5200 (24MP) but they enjoy the exact same sensor sizes (APS-C).

The T6 was released 2 years after the D5200 which is a fairly big gap as far as camera tech is concerned. The two cameras come with the identical body type (Compact SLR).
Before we go in to a more detailed comparison, below is a simple summation of how the T6 matches up vs the D5200 in terms of portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

Canon T6 vs Nikon D5200 Gallery
Here is a preview of the gallery photos for Canon EOS T6 and Nikon D5200. The complete galleries are provided at Canon T6 Gallery and Nikon D5200 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Canon T6 over the Nikon D5200
T6 | D5200 | |||
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Released | March 2016 | ![]() | May 2013 | Newer by 35 months |
Reasons to pick Nikon D5200 over the Canon T6
D5200 | T6 | |||
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Screen type | Fully Articulated | ![]() | Fixed | Fully Articulating screen |
Screen resolution | 921k | ![]() | 920k | Crisper screen (+1k dot) |
Selfie screen | ![]() | Easy selfies |
Common features in the Canon T6 and Nikon D5200
T6 | D5200 | |||
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Focus manually | ![]() | More accurate focusing | ||
Screen dimension | 3" | ![]() | 3" | Identical screen dimensions |
Touch screen | ![]() | Neither has Touch screen |
Canon T6 vs Nikon D5200 Physical Comparison
In case you're aiming to travel with your camera, you need to take into account its weight and size. The Canon T6 has exterior dimensions of 129mm x 101mm x 78mm (5.1" x 4.0" x 3.1") accompanied by a weight of 485 grams (1.07 lbs) and the Nikon D5200 has specifications of 129mm x 98mm x 78mm (5.1" x 3.9" x 3.1") accompanied by a weight of 555 grams (1.22 lbs).
Examine the Canon T6 versus Nikon D5200 in the new Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.
Remember, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary based on the lens you select during that time. The following is the front view dimension comparison of the T6 against the D5200.

Considering size and weight, the portability score of the T6 and D5200 is 68 and 66 respectively.

Canon T6 vs Nikon D5200 Sensor Comparison
Generally, it's tough to see the contrast in sensor dimensions purely by going through specifications. The picture below will help offer you a more clear sense of the sensor sizes in the T6 and D5200.
Plainly, both cameras posses the exact same sensor measurements albeit not the same MP. You should count on the Nikon D5200 to show greater detail as a result of its extra 6 Megapixels. Higher resolution can also let you crop shots somewhat more aggressively. The more modern T6 will have a benefit with regard to sensor tech.

Canon T6 vs Nikon D5200 Screen and ViewFinder


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Canon T6 vs Nikon D5200 Specifications
Canon EOS T6 | Nikon D5200 | |
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General Information | ||
Company | Canon | Nikon |
Model type | Canon EOS T6 | Nikon D5200 |
Also referred to as | EOS Rebel 1300D | - |
Type | Entry-Level DSLR | Entry-Level DSLR |
Revealed | 2016-03-10 | 2013-05-16 |
Physical type | Compact SLR | Compact SLR |
Sensor Information | ||
Processor Chip | Digic 4+ | Expeed 3 |
Sensor type | CMOS | CMOS |
Sensor size | APS-C | APS-C |
Sensor measurements | 22.3 x 14.9mm | 23.5 x 15.6mm |
Sensor surface area | 332.3mm² | 366.6mm² |
Sensor resolution | 18 megapixels | 24 megapixels |
Anti alias filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 1:1, 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 | 3:2 |
Max resolution | 5184 x 3456 | 6000 x 4000 |
Max native ISO | 6400 | 6400 |
Max enhanced ISO | 12800 | 25600 |
Min native ISO | 100 | 100 |
RAW files | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Manual focusing | ||
Touch focus | ||
AF continuous | ||
Single AF | ||
Tracking AF | ||
AF selectice | ||
Center weighted AF | ||
Multi area AF | ||
Live view AF | ||
Face detection AF | ||
Contract detection AF | ||
Phase detection AF | ||
Total focus points | 9 | 39 |
Cross type focus points | - | 9 |
Lens | ||
Lens support | Canon EF/EF-S | Nikon F |
Total lenses | 326 | 309 |
Crop factor | 1.6 | 1.5 |
Screen | ||
Type of screen | Fixed Type | Fully Articulated |
Screen size | 3 inches | 3 inches |
Resolution of screen | 920k dots | 921k dots |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch operation | ||
Screen tech | - | TFT LCD monitor |
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder | Optical (pentamirror) | Optical (pentamirror) |
Viewfinder coverage | 95 percent | 95 percent |
Viewfinder magnification | 0.5x | 0.52x |
Features | ||
Minimum shutter speed | 30 seconds | 30 seconds |
Fastest shutter speed | 1/4000 seconds | 1/4000 seconds |
Continuous shutter rate | 3.0 frames/s | 5.0 frames/s |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Manual mode | ||
Exposure compensation | Yes | Yes |
Change WB | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Inbuilt flash | ||
Flash distance | 9.20 m (at ISO 100) | 12.00 m (at ISO 100) |
Flash modes | Auto, On, Off, Red-eye | Auto, On, Off, Red-eye, Slow sync, Rear curtain |
Hot shoe | ||
AEB | ||
WB bracketing | ||
Fastest flash synchronize | 1/200 seconds | 1/200 seconds |
Exposure | ||
Multisegment exposure | ||
Average exposure | ||
Spot exposure | ||
Partial exposure | ||
AF area exposure | ||
Center weighted exposure | ||
Video features | ||
Supported video resolutions | 1920 x 1080 (30p, 24p), 1280 x 720 (60p), 640 x 480 (30p) | 1920 x 1080 (60, 50, 30, 25, 24 fps), 1280 x 720 (60, 50 fps), 640 x 424 (30, 25 fps) |
Max video resolution | 1920x1080 | 1920x1080 |
Video file format | MPEG-4, H.264 | MPEG-4, H.264 |
Microphone support | ||
Headphone support | ||
Connectivity | ||
Wireless | Built-In | Optional |
Bluetooth | ||
NFC | ||
HDMI | ||
USB | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) |
GPS | None | Optional |
Physical | ||
Environment sealing | ||
Water proofing | ||
Dust proofing | ||
Shock proofing | ||
Crush proofing | ||
Freeze proofing | ||
Weight | 485 gr (1.07 pounds) | 555 gr (1.22 pounds) |
Dimensions | 129 x 101 x 78mm (5.1" x 4.0" x 3.1") | 129 x 98 x 78mm (5.1" x 3.9" x 3.1") |
DXO scores | ||
DXO Overall rating | 66 | 84 |
DXO Color Depth rating | 22.0 | 24.2 |
DXO Dynamic range rating | 11.7 | 13.9 |
DXO Low light rating | 781 | 1284 |
Other | ||
Battery life | 500 photographs | 500 photographs |
Battery style | Battery Pack | Battery Pack |
Battery ID | LP-E10 | EN-EL14 |
Self timer | Yes (2 or 10 sec) | Yes (2, 5, 10 or 20 sec) |
Time lapse recording | ||
Storage type | SD/SDHC/SDXC card | SD/SDHC/SDXC |
Card slots | Single | Single |
Cost at release | $549 | $595 |