Canon 77D vs Nikon D7100: Let’s compare the Canon EOS 77D and the Nikon D7100 DLSR cameras. These are two digital cameras with 24.0MP APS-C sensors. However, before we go into detail, here’s a brief overview of the specifications of both cameras.
Both cameras are roughly the same size. However, the Canon 77D is lighter than the Nikon D7100. It is 225g lighter than the latter.
Canon 77D vs Nikon D7100 – Comparison
Canon 77D vs Nikon D7100 Sensor Comparison
Both the Canon 77D and Nikon D7100 have APS-C sized 24.0 MP resolution sensors. Hence, sensor size and resolution are not different between these two cameras. However, the Nikon D7100’s sensor lacks an anti-alias (Low-Pass) filter. This is good as it increases sharpness and details, however, it increases the chance of moire.
Furthermore, the Nikon D7100 has a 1.1x larger sensor area than the Canon 77D. Larger sensors allow you more control over the depth of field and blurry background compared to the smaller sensor when shot in same focal length and aperture.
Easy wireless connectivity with compatible devices
Bluetooth
Yes vs No
Connect your camera to other devices via Bluetooth
Smartphone_remote control
Yes vs No
Remote control your camera with a smartphone
Digital video stabilization
Yes vs No
Stabilizes your videos in-camera
Support for UHS Memory Cards
UHS-I v snone
Read/Write in Ultra High Speeds
Advantages of the Canon 77D Over Nikon D7100
Body Stabilization – The 77D has built-in 5-axis electronic video stabilization. Makes your videos less shaky, but does not work for photographs
Higher Max ISO – The native ISO is 2 stops higher, and the expanded goes 1 stop higher too. Noise performance is better too.
Cross-Type – The 77D has 45 cross-type points compared to 15 on the D7100. These are much more accurate at focusing in dark situations
Touchscreen – You can select the focus point directly on your LCD, which is great for video and photography. You can also navigate through the menus or zoom in/out of your pictures.
Bigger buffer – The Canon 77D sweeps the D7100 here. Unlimited JPEG versus only 12, and 27 RAW versus 5. This means you can shoot at 6fps for a longer time
Connectivity – The camera has built-in Wi-Fi, NFC, and Bluetooth for sending your files
Weight & Size – Around 250g lighter and slightly smaller
Video: Canon 77D Hands-on Review
Why You Should Choose The Nikon D7100
Number of Focus Points
51 vs 45
6 more focus points
LCD Screen Size
3.2″ vs 3″
0.2 inches larger display
LCD Screen Resolution
1.229k dots vs 1.040k dots
18% higher resolution screen
Viewfinder Coverage
100% vs 95%
More accurate viewfinder
Max Shutter Speed
1/8000s vs 1/4000s
Faster shutter speed
Battery Life
950 shots vs 600 shots
350 more frames with a single charge
Headphone Port
Yes vs No
Better video control
Environmental Sealing
Yes vs No
Shoot in tough conditions
Sensor Pixel Area
15.28µm2 vs 13.84µm2
10% larger pixel area
Optical Viewfinder Type
Pentaprism vs Pentamirror
Pentaprism Viewfinders are brighter than Pentamirror type
Storage Slot
2 vs 1
Extra storage slot
Autofocus at f/8 aperture
Center point v snone
Autofocus with teleconverters
Advantages of the Nikon D7100 Over the Canon 77D
AF System – 6 more AF points. However, it has fewer cross-type points!
LCD Screen – The screen is slightly bigger and has a higher resolution
100% Coverage – Looking through the viewfinder, everything you see is what you’ll get on the shot. The 77D has a 95% coverage which is common for cheaper cameras.
Headphone Jack – Plug your headphones directly into the camera so you can monitor audio
Dual SD Slot – The D7100 offers two SD memory card slots
Faster Max Shutter Speed – 1/8000 vs 1/4000
Faster Flash Sync Speed – 1/250 vs 1/200
Environmentally Sealed – More protected for shooting in rain/snow/etc.
Battery Life – 350 shots longer with a single charge