Check out our comparison of the two newly released cameras; the Canon T7i is an advanced entry-level DSLR, while the Fujifilm X-T20 is a compact mirrorless camera.
Our comparison table below covers the important specifications of each camera. Below that, we specifically talk about the new improvements and which model is better suited for your needs.
| Canon T7i | X-T20 | |
|---|---|---|
| Megapixels | 24.2 | 24.3 |
| Sensor Type | CMOS | CMOS |
| Sensor Format | APS-C | APS-C |
| Crop Factor | 1.6x | 1.5x |
| AA Filter | Yes | None |
| Image Resolution | 6000 x 4000 | 6000 x 4000 |
| Body Image Stabilization | Yes (Movie only) | No |
| Lens Mount | Canon EF/EF-S | Fujifilm X |
| ISO | 100 - 25,600 | 200 - 12,800 |
| Expanded ISO | 51,200 | 100 - 51,200 |
| AF Points | 45 | 325 AF Hybrid |
| Cross-type AF Points | 45 | 49 phase |
| Continuous Mode | 6fps | 8fps |
| LCD | 3.0" - Fully Articulated | 3.0" - Articulating |
| LCD Resolution | 1,040,000 dots | 1,040,000 dots |
| Touchscreen | Yes | Yes |
| Focus Peaking | No | Yes |
| Top LCD Display | No | No |
| Viewfinder Type | Optical | EVF |
| Viewfinder Coverage | 95% | 100% |
| Viewfinder Magnification | 0.82x | 0.93x |
| Video Resolution | 1920x1080 (60/30/24p) | 3840x2160 (30/25/24p) |
| 1280x720 (60/50p) | 1920x1080 (60/50p) | |
| Microphone Jack | Yes | Yes |
| Headphone Jack | No | No |
| Memory Card Type | SD | SD |
| Dual Card Slots | No | No |
| SD UHS Support | UHS-I | UHS-I |
| Fastest Shutter Speed | 1/4000 | 1/32000 |
| Slowest Shutter Speed | 30" | 30" |
| Bulb Mode | Yes | Yes |
| JPEG Buffer Size | Unlimited | 62 |
| RAW Buffer Size | 27 | 25 |
| Time Lapse | Yes | Yes |
| Built-in Flash | Yes | Yes |
| Max Flash Sync Speed | 1/200 | 1/180 |
| Startup Time | x | 1.0s |
| Built-in Wi-Fi | Yes | Yes |
| Built-in GPS | No | No |
| Built- in NFC | Yes | No |
| Bluetooth | Yes | No |
| USB Type | USB 2.0 | USB 2.0 |
| Environmentally Sealed | No | No |
| Battery Life (CIPA) | 600 shots | 350 shots |
| Battery Included | Yes (LP-E17) | Yes (NP-W126) |
| Weight | 18.8 oz (532g) | 13.5 oz (383g) |
| Size | 5.2 x 3.9 x 3.0" | 4.7 x 3.3 x 1.6" |
| Price | Amazon | Amazon |
| Release Date | 2017 | 2017 |
Canon T7i Advantages:
- Built-in Video Stabilization – Electronic stabilization that can be enabled for videos only. Big plus for recording with IS-less lenses
- LCD Screen – It’s fully articulated compared to only tilting on the X-T20. This makes it better for recording videos of yourself. Both have the same resolution and support touchscreen
- Buffer – Unlimited JPEG buffer compared to 62, and nearly identical for RAW. Honestly, 62 is already more than what most will need, but it’s still an advantage
- Flash Sync Speed – 1/200 vs /180
- Connectivity – The T7i also has built-in NFC and Bluetooth support
- Battery Life – Almost twice as long battery life. These are studio CIPA tests with 50% flash usage so expect both to be higher, but with the same capacitiy difference
- Less Expensive – The T7i body is around $150 cheaper
What are the advantages you’ll most appreciate? The longer battery life, video stabilization and the fully articulating LCD screen. There’s no 4K option so it all depends on what’s your priority for video.
For photography, the 24MP APS-C sensor is great and its images are usable up to 6,400.
You can buy it at Amazon or read more reviews.
Fujifilm X-T20 Advantages:
- AF System – For a mirrorless camera at this price, the 325 Hybrid AF is an awesome feature. 49 of those points are phase-detect so you get the best of both worlds (phase is better for fast subjects, contrast better for slower ones. This is a very basic explanation). The T7i has all 45 phase-detect though, and they’re cross-type, so both cameras are excellent for sports.
- 8 vs 6fps -You can also shoot at 11 or 14fps, but only using the electronic shutter (it’s silent, doesn’t vibrate, but can make moving subjects look distorted).
- Focus Peaking – Every mirrorless camera offers focus peaking. If you’re focusing with a manual lens or have a bad eye sight, the camera highlights what part of your image is in focus. Great for video too!
- Viewfinder – Its coverage is 100% and what you see in the viewfinder is exactly what you get (exposure wise too). The magnification is also a little bit bigger
- 4K Video -The X-T20 can record 4K videos at 30p.
- Faster Max Shutter Speed – 1/32000 vs 1/4000
- Size & Weight – The camera is a lot smaller and lighter
The new X-T20 is very impressive, especially when you consider at how much it sells for. It delivers sharp, high quality images with rich colors and even offers 4K video at 30p. Because of its small size and weight, it’s ideal for pretty much everything; traveling, recording videos without being noticed, still and action photography, etc.
You can buy it at Amazon or read more reviews.
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