Canon EOS 80D vs Canon EOS Rebel SL2 / 200D — Which Is Better?
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Canon · DSLR · 24.2 MP · APS-C · Full HD video
Canon EOS 80D
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Canon · DSLR · 24.2 MP · APS-C · Full HD video
Canon EOS Rebel SL2 / 200D
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| General | ||
Read the General ComparisonGeneralThe Canon EOS 80D and the Canon EOS Rebel SL2 / 200D are both APS-C DSLRs sharing the EF-S mount, so EF-S lenses fit either body. The 80D arrived in 2016 as the larger model; the SL2 followed in 2017 as a compact, lighter alternative. Their bodies differ in size and weight: the SL2 measures 122 x 93 x 70 mm and weighs 302 g, against 139 x 105 x 79 mm and 730 g for the 80D. That 428 g saving and smaller frame favour the SL2 for travel. | ||
Released ⓘRefers to the year this camera was officially made available for sale. |
2016 | 2017 |
Announcement date ⓘRefers to the date the manufacturer publicly announced the upcoming release and general specs of this camera. |
February 18, 2016 | June 29, 2017 |
| Camera type |  DSLR | DSLR |
| Camera size | 139 x 105 x 79 mm | 122 x 93 x 70 mm |
| Camera weight | 730 g | 302 g |
| Optics | 63/100 | 62/100 |
Read the Optics ComparisonOpticsThe 80D is the stronger camera for tracking moving subjects, offering 45 autofocus points and 7 fps shooting against 9 points and 5 fps on the SL2. For a bird in flight or a running child, that spread keeps the subject covered. The 80D's 1/8000 second shutter is shorter than the SL2's 1/4000, helping freeze motion or shoot wide open in daylight. ISO ceilings favour the SL2 instead, at 25600 ISO standard and 51200 ISO expanded against the 80D's 16000 and 25600. Both share 24.2 MP APS-C CMOS resolution, while the 80D uses a pentaprism viewfinder against the SL2's pentamirror. | ||
Megapixels ⓘThe higher the number of megapixels, the more detail the cameras sensor can capture. |
24.2 MP050 | 24.2 MP050 |
Image resolution ⓘImage resolution is measured in pixels and megapixels, width by height. The higher the number, the higher its resolution. |
6000 x 4000 | 6000 x 4000 |
Sensor type ⓘThe camera sensor captures light and records the image. Sensors vary in physical size, the number of pixels, and quality. |
CMOS | CMOS |
Sensor size ⓘThe sensor size contributes to the overall quality as well as the dynamic and tonal range a camera can capture. As a rule of thumb, the more surface there is to read the light, the more information it will capture. |
15 x 22.5 | 14.9 x 22.3 |
Sensor format ⓘRefers to the most commonly used sensor sizes. |
 APS-C | APS-C |
Continuous shooting ⓘThe number of sequential frames per second the camera can write to the memory card when shooting in burst or continuous mode. |
7 fps045 | 5 fps045 |
Lens mount ⓘThe lens mount will tell you what type of lens range you can fit onto the camera body. Often the same camera company will have different lens ranges for different cameras. |
Canon EF-S | Canon EF-S |
Image processor ⓘThe image processor in the camera converts the information collected on the sensor for digital storage on the memory card. |
Digic 6 | Digic 7 |
Aspect ratio ⓘThe aspect ratio refers to the proportional difference between width and height. The most popular aspect ratios are 3:2 and 4:3. |
 3:2 | 3:2 |
Min ISO ⓘRefers to the lowest native (or 'base') ISO setting. Lower ISO are less sensitive to light but make a cleaner image. |
10030200 | 10030200 |
Max ISO ⓘRefers to the highest native (or 'base') ISO setting. Higher ISO is necessary for low-light situations or night photography, but higher ISOs often introduce grain or noise. |
160003003280000 | 256003003280000 |
Min ISO (expanded) ⓘExpanded (or extended) ISO is a digitally enhanced feature available on some cameras. It allows you to push beyond the native ISO range if necessary. |
10030200 | 10030200 |
Max ISO (expanded) ⓘExpanded (or extended) ISO is a digitally enhanced feature available on some cameras. It allows you to push beyond the native ISO range if necessary. |
256003003280000 | 512003003280000 |
Minimum shutter speed ⓘThe minimum shutter speed will tell you the longest exposure your camera can take without using an external accessory. |
3044080 | 3044080 |
Max shutter speed ⓘThe maximum shutter speed tells you the length inside 1 second the camera will capture. These can sometimes be extended with accessories such as extra external batteries. |
800080032000 | 400080032000 |
Autofocus points ⓘAutofocus points show where the camera is focusing graphically as squares or brackets in Live View or on an electronic viewfinder. These points are also used for light meter readings. |
450300 | 90300 |
In-body stabilisation ⓘIn-body Stabilization means the camera has a certain technology embedded that counteracts camera shake. |
✗ | ✗ |
Viewfinder type ⓘThe viewfinder type is either electronic or optical. Electronic viewfinders will have a small screen in the viewfinder. Optical viewfinders will use prisms and mirrors to look through the lens. |
Optical (pentaprism) | Optical (pentamirror) |
| Viewfinder dots | N/A | N/A |
| Video | 70/100 | 70/100 |
Read the Video ComparisonVideoVideo keeps these two level: Full HD is the maximum resolution on both and 60 fps the maximum frame rate, so 4K is unavailable on either. Anyone needing 4K must look elsewhere. Each camera also offers a built-in timelapse function and records in the same MP4 and MOV formats, keeping file handling identical. | ||
Video ⓘIndicates if this camera is capable of recording video. |
 Yes | Yes |
Max video resolution ⓘThe best resolution this camera can capture video in. Modern cameras can capture up to 8K video. |
 Full HD | Full HD |
Max video format ⓘVideo resolution measured by the greatest number of pixels possible in each frame, width by height. A higher resolution means more detail or clarity in your video. |
1920 x 1080 | 1920 x 1080 |
Max video frame rate ⓘHow many frames per second your video will capture. Most cameras have options for multiple frame rates, depending on the resolution you shoot in. For a general video, 24p or 30p is the standard, but more serious filmmakers may need a higher frame rate for creative effect. |
60 fps | 60 fps |
Timelapse built in ⓘA built in time-lapse mode will allow continuous shooting throughout a prolonged period of time to be compressed into a sped up video. |
 Yes | Yes |
Video file format ⓘDifferent cameras can record in various video file formats. The File format you record in can impact how you edit and use the files. |
MOV, MP4 | MP4, MOV |
| Features | 70/100 | 70/100 |
Read the Features ComparisonFeaturesWeather sealing is the protection difference: the 80D has it and the SL2 does not, making it the safer companion on damp or dusty trails. The SL2 answers with Bluetooth, a low-power phone link that the 80D, with Wi-Fi but no Bluetooth, cannot match. The rear screens match: both have the same 3-inch touch-enabled, fully articulating LCD with 1,040,000 dots. That makes both equally good for waist-level macro work, selfies and vlogging. Neither camera has GPS for location tagging. | ||
Builtin flash ⓘA built-in flash will often be positioned right above the lens. This will automatically pop up when you activate it. |
 Yes | Yes |
External flash ⓘExternal flashes are often connected through a hot shoe at the top of a camera, or a cable at the side of the camera. |
 Yes | Yes |
GPS ⓘGPS features in a camera will include location metadata to each of your photographs. |
✗ | ✗ |
Weather sealing ⓘWeather sealing capabilities will give you more confidence when shooting in unfavourable conditions. |
 Yes | No |
| Screen type | LCD | LCD |
Touch screen ⓘTouchscreen allows you to change camera settings and access menus with a swipe of your finger, instead of using buttons. |
 Yes | Yes |
| Screen size | 3" | 3" |
Screen dots ⓘScreen dots indicate the resolution of the LCD screen by including each sub pixel. |
10400001150001500000 | 10400001150001500000 |
Flip screen ⓘA flip screen (or articulating screen) is a second screen which can flip out from the side or top of the camera. This rotating screen allows you more freedom to take photos at different angles. |
 Yes | Yes |
Live view ⓘLive View feature allows you to see a continuous live video of what is being seen through your lens. |
 Yes | Yes |
Wi-Fi ⓘBuilt-in Wi-Fi allows you to connect your camera and share images wirelessly. |
 Yes | Yes |
Bluetooth ⓘBluetooth capabilities allow you wireless control of your camera with other external devices. |
No |  Yes |
| Storage & battery | 43/100 | 32/100 |
Read the Storage & battery ComparisonStorage and BatteryThe 80D is rated at 960 shots per charge from its LP-E6N battery, against 650 shots for the SL2's LP-E17. That higher rating favours a full day of shooting between charges. Storage is shared: both take a single SD / SDHC / SDXC card at UHS-I speed, with no second slot on either. Neither camera charges its battery over USB, so both rely on a separate charger. | ||
| Memory card | SD / SDHC / SDXC (UHS-I compatible) | SD / SDHC / SDXC (UHS-I compatible) |
| Dual memory card slots | ✗ | ✗ |
| Battery type | LP-E6N | LP-E17 |
Battery life ⓘApproximately how long this cameras battery will last measured by how many photographs you will be able to take. |
960 shots1505000 | 650 shots1505000 |
| USB charging | ✗ | ✗ |
Read: Verdict
Verdict
Buy the Canon EOS 80D if you photograph action or work outdoors. Its 45-point AF, 7 fps burst, 1/8000 second shutter, weather sealing and 960-shot rating support sports and wildlife coverage beyond the SL2. Give the Rebel SL2 the nod when low weight matters: at 302 g it is the clear travel choice, with Bluetooth for phone transfers.
The shared EF-S mount, 24.2 MP resolution and articulating touch screen mean neither camera locks you out of the other's lenses. The 80D's speed and autofocus coverage make it the more capable tool, while the SL2 is the lighter companion.