Canon t7i vs t8i

Canon t7i vs t8i – Check Which One is the Best & Why?

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In 2020 I bought a Canon t8i when I was traveling to Sajek, Bangladesh. I was using T7i before the T8i. It’s a good camera with simple functionality, but I needed another one for better pictures & videos. So I bought the Canon T8i. Below I attached some pictures of that trip.

Canon t100 & t7 both are amazing cameras with lots of similarities & few differences, but If you are looking for the best. After considering all the ups & downs, My opinion is Canon T8i better than Tti.

Why Canon T8i Is Better Than T7i?

  • Canon t8i is built with latest DIGIC 8 image processor and t7i is built with DIGIC 7 processor. DIGIC 8 processor is built to provide better autofocus, faster Image processing, better resolution and it consumes less power to run for extra time. 
  • With Canon T8i You can record high-resolution realistic 4k video with every single detail. while Canon t7i can shoot only Full HD quality video.
  • Canon T8i  has A wheel control for changing the aperture that helps you to get the light as much as you want to get a perfect shot. You can’t change the aperture in Canon t7i. 
  • Battery life in T8i is more potent than that of T7i. It allows you to shoot 800 shots, while T7i confirms 600.
  • T8i can take snaps at 7 fps, but T7i can capture 6 fps. 1 extra fps in T8i increases the possibility of getting a perfect photo of sports or actions. 

T7i is a good option for saving a few dollars. But if you want all the above-mentioned features and better performance, then the Canon t8i will be the best option to choose. 

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Side By Side Comparison Chart

Specification  Canon T8i  Canon T7i 
Editor’s ratings 4.7 out of 5 4.4 out of 5
Image Processor DIGIC 8 DIGIC 7
Max Video Resolution 3840 x 2160 1920 x 1080
Battery Life 800 shots 600 shots
Max View Angle 94 degrees 74 degrees
Continuous Shooting Speed 7.5fps 6.0fps
Center Weighted Metering yes No
Flash Range 4.0m 12.0m
NFC Connection No Yes
Red Eye Reduction No Yes
Weight 515g 532g
Max Flash Sync No 1/200s
Shooting Programs Portrait, Landscape, Sports, Action photography, Event, Wildlife, Street photography Action, Landscape, and Portrait photography.
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What Both Cameras Can Do?

  • T8i and T7i Both consist of 24.1 megapixels with an APS-C CMOS processor, Both cameras can give you the same resolution picture with the same details. As you know T8i has DIGIC 8 image processor that helps to process the image faster using less power.
  • Both of them can record FHD videos at the rate of 24, 30, and 60 fps using a dual-pixel autofocusing system which makes sure you get crisper and clearer images. 
  • 45 focus points of these two devices make sure you can focus on maximum 45 objects at the same time. Suppose you are in a function and want to capture a group photo where every face is perfectly focused, any of these two cameras can give you the same result. 
  • The highest shutter speed in both devices is 1/4000, and the lowest is 30 seconds. If you want to capture any racing car or bike you will get the same picture from both cameras without getting blurred. 
  • Both Cameras have HDR mode (high dynamic range). The human eye has a very high dynamic range that is why we can see details in both shadows and highlights, Same way Canon t8i and t7i can see and Capture detailed images in shadows and highlights.
  • For photographers, panorama mode & timelapse recording is a popular option you will get on both devices. If you are in a function like a college reunion and you want to capture all of your friends in one picture, usually the camera frame not gonna cover all of them, but if you use panorama mode you can capture all of your friends in one picture.
  • The viewfinder used in both cameras is an eye-level optical one with a fixed pentamirror that covers a 19 mm eyepoint and assures much clarity and dynamic range. 
  • Using the phone as a camera display for remote shooting or viewing photos saved in the camera memory is possible using the Wi-Fi of T7i and T8i. Or transfer files to smartphones or other devices using the Bluetooth system of these cameras. 
  • The display of each camera consists of 3 inches with 10,40,000 dots, giving clarity in seeing the menu settings live to view, etc. Moreover, it has a flipping out and touching facility. So you can rotate the display and set it to the position you want or change the setting from the monitor without touching the buttons.  
  • These two devices provide an auto dust cleaning facility to clean their sensor from the dust without any physical help. You can also manually clean the sensor of the camera if you want. 

The Downsides of Canon T7i & T8i

Canon T8i

Canon T7i
  • The physical exposure button is removed from T8i. You need to adjust the exposure manually.
  • Canon T8i doesn’t flash automatically. You need to set it manually.
  • Modes like P, Tv, Av, micro, etc., aren’t available in T8i’s built-in mode dialer. You need to select the special scene selection mode to access other modes.
  • The built-in audio recording element is OK for regular use, but you should have an external mic to get a clear and loud sound.
  • The battery drains out fast, so you must carry extra batteries to replace the older one. 
  • Pictures captured by T7i are satisfactory. But for wildlife photography, you may need a Better lens for better results.

Common Features Chart

Specification  Canon T8i  Canon T7i 
Max Mechanical Shutter 1/4000s 1/4000s
Number of Focus Points 45 45
Megapixels 24 megapixels 24 megapixels
panorama mode yes yes
Smartphone Remote yes yes
Face Detection Focus yes yes
anti-flicker Yes yes
Focus Bracketing/AE Bracketing yes yes
Light Sensitivity 25,600 ISO 25,600 ISO
Timelapse Recording yes yes
Selfie/Vlogger-Friendly LCD yes yes
Manual Focus yes yes
Sensor Type APS-C APS-C
Lens System Mount Canon EF/EF-S Canon EF/EF-S
Image Sensor Size 22.3 x 14.9 mm 22.3 x 14.9 mm
Max Resolution 6000 x 4000 6000 x 4000
Built-in flash yes yes
Number of Available Lenses 333 333
Display Type Fully Articulated Fully Articulated
Display Size 3.00″ 3.00″
Display Resolution 1,040k dots 1,040k dots
Self Timer Delay 10 seconds 10 seconds
Microphone Mode stereo stereo
Wireless Connectivity yes yes
Exposure Range EV 1 – 20 EV 1 – 20
Image recording Formate RAW, JPEG RAW, JPEG
Touch Screen yes yes
Special Effects HDR Backlight Control, Multiple Exposure, Picture Styles, Scene modes, Creative filters HDR Backlight Control, Multiple Exposure, Picture Styles, Scene modes, Creative filters
Optical Viewfinder Magnification pentamirror pentamirror
Viewfinder Coverage 95% 95%
Viewfinder Magnification 0.51x 0.51x
HDMI yes yes
Digital Video Format MPEG-4, H.264 MPEG-4, H.264
Memory Card Type SD,SDXC, and SDHC SD,SDXC, and SDHC
Color Depth 24-bit 24-bit
Dimension 131 x 100 x 76mm 131 x 100 x 76mm
Bluetooth Connection yes yes
Recording limit 30 minutes 30 minutes
WB Bracketing yes yes
Multi-Segment Metering yes yes
Average Metering yes yes
Spot Metering yes yes
External Flash yes yes
Shutter Priority yes yes
Aperture Priority yes yes
Manual Exposure Mode yes yes
Custom White Balance yes yes
AF Touch yes yes
AF Continuous yes yes
AF Single yes yes
AF Tracking yes yes
AF Selective yes yes
AF Center yes yes
AF Multi Area yes yes
AF Live View yes yes
AF Face Detection yes yes
AF Contrast Detection yes yes
AF Phase Detection yes yes
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Things You Should Know About T7i And T8i

  • T7i and T8i do not have weather sealing or water resistance features. So you need to be careful while shooting on a rainy day to get damage to your camera.
  • The image stabilization system is not given in T8i, which impacts FHD or 4K video recording. It will encounter severe rolling shutter issues that will not provide you with access for smooth and easy usage. 
  • 25 languages are facilitated on T7i, whereas it is 29 in T8i. You can select and set a language you prefer for understanding instructions and easy usage. 
  • No headphone jack is available in T7i or T8i. So you can not monitor audio from the camera while recording video. 
  • Use a UHS-I memory card for your T7i or T8i camera to get fast writing or reading speed. Besides this card, other cards like SD/SDHC/SDXC are fitted to T7i and T8i. You can also use an Eye-Fi card for T7i, which is not to be used in T8i. 

FAQ

What is the other name of Canon T7i?
Canon 800D is the other name of the Canon T7i.

Does Canon T7i have a 4K video recording facility?
No, it has not 4K video recording feature, but its successor, Canon T8i or 850D, can shoot 4K videos.

Is Canon T7i waterproof?
No, it is not. A waterproof quality does not give in entry-level cameras.

 Is Canon T8i waterproof?
No, you will not get a water sealing feature in Canon T8i.

Is a Canon T8i a mirrorless camera?
No, Canon T8i is not a mirrorless camera. 

Is T8i good for beginners?
T8i is a great choice for beginners, hobbyists, and content creators for its easy-to-use facility. 

How much time does T8i take to charge the battery?
Canon T8i comes with a 1040 mAh battery that takes approximately 2 hours to complete charging.

 

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