Canon EOS Rebel T4i / 650D vs Canon EOS Rebel T5i / 700D — Which Is Better?
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Canon · DSLR · 18 MP · APS-C · Full HD video
Canon EOS Rebel T4i / 650D
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Canon · DSLR · 18 MP · APS-C · Full HD video
Canon EOS Rebel T5i / 700D
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Read the General ComparisonGeneralThe Canon EOS Rebel T4i / 650D and the Canon EOS Rebel T5i / 700D are compact APS-C DSLRs released a year apart, in 2012 and 2013. They share the same 133 x 100 x 79 mm body, so either fits the same bag space and grip. The recorded body weights differ by five grams, with the T4i at 575 g and the T5i at 580 g. | ||
Released ⓘRefers to the year this camera was officially made available for sale. |
2012 | 2013 |
Announcement date ⓘRefers to the date the manufacturer publicly announced the upcoming release and general specs of this camera. |
June 8, 2012 | March 21, 2013 |
| Camera type |  DSLR | DSLR |
| Camera size | 133 x 100 x 79 mm | 133 x 100 x 79 mm |
| Camera weight | 575 g | 580 g |
| Optics | 40/100 | 40/100 |
Read the Optics ComparisonOpticsCropping room is identical: both use an 18 MP APS-C CMOS sensor with the Digic 5 processor, so files from either body offer the same resolution for enlarging a landscape or cropping a distant subject. Continuous shooting also matches at 5 fps, enough for children's play and casual sports. Both rely on nine autofocus points and a 1/4000 second maximum shutter. Sensitivity ranges match, with standard ISO 100 to 12800 expandable to 25600, and neither body stabilises the sensor, so steady handheld shots in dim light depend on the lens. Both frame through an optical pentamirror viewfinder. The recorded mount designations differ, with Canon EF for the T4i and Canon EF-S for the T5i. | ||
Megapixels ⓘThe higher the number of megapixels, the more detail the cameras sensor can capture. |
18 MP050 | 18 MP050 |
Image resolution ⓘImage resolution is measured in pixels and megapixels, width by height. The higher the number, the higher its resolution. |
5184 x 3456 | 5184 x 3456 |
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. |
14.9 x 22.3 | 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. |
5 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 | 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 5 | Digic 5 |
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. |
128003003280000 | 128003003280000 |
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 | 256003003280000 |
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. |
400080032000 | 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. |
90300 | 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 (pentamirror) | Optical (pentamirror) |
| Viewfinder dots | N/A | N/A |
| Video | 43/100 | 43/100 |
Read the Video ComparisonVideoFull HD video is equally available from both cameras, so the choice rests on file format: the T5i records its clips in MOV, while the T4i writes Motion JPEG. Check which format your editing workflow prefers before deciding. The limits are shared too: each captures up to Full HD resolution, with a maximum frame rate of 30 fps, and neither includes a built-in interval timer for timelapse work. | ||
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. |
30 fps | 30 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. |
✗ | ✗ |
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. |
Motion JPEG | MOV |
| Features | 57/100 | 57/100 |
Read the Features ComparisonFeaturesBoth cameras offer the same shooting interface, a 3-inch LCD with 1,040,000 dots, touch control and a flip-out design, which makes waist-level portraits and overhead framing straightforward. Each includes a built-in flash and support for an external flash unit. Neither offers GPS, Wi-Fi, Bluetooth or weather sealing, so geotagging travel shots and wireless transfer need accessories with either body. | ||
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. |
✗ | ✗ |
| 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. |
✗ | ✗ |
Bluetooth ⓘBluetooth capabilities allow you wireless control of your camera with other external devices. |
✗ | ✗ |
| Storage & battery | 24/100 | 24/100 |
Read the Storage & battery ComparisonStorage and BatteryDay-to-day storage and battery handling carries over unchanged between the two. Each takes a single SD, SDHC or SDXC card, with no second slot for overflow or backup during a long event. Both run on the same LP-E8 battery, rated at 440 shots. Neither charges over USB, so a dedicated charger travels with either camera. | ||
| Memory card | SD / SDHC / SDXC | SD / SDHC / SDXC |
| Dual memory card slots | ✗ | ✗ |
| Battery type | LP-E8 | LP-E8 |
Battery life ⓘApproximately how long this cameras battery will last measured by how many photographs you will be able to take. |
440 shots1505000 | 440 shots1505000 |
| USB charging | ✗ | ✗ |
Read: Verdict
Verdict
For stills photography, the matching specifications give no edge either way. Resolution, the 5 fps burst rate, the nine-point autofocus system, the touchscreen and the storage and battery setup all match, so either body serves portraits, travel scenes and children's sports equally.
Video file format is where a preference can appear: the T5i records MOV clips and the T4i writes Motion JPEG. Let your editing setup guide the choice. If MOV files drop into your workflow directly, the T5i is the more convenient pick; otherwise the T4i covers the same photographic and video tasks.