Canon EOS Rebel T7 / 2000D vs Sony SLT Alpha 68 — Which Is Better?
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Canon · DSLR · 24.1 MP · APS-C · Full HD video
Canon EOS Rebel T7 / 2000D
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Sony · DSLR · 24 MP · APS-C · Full HD video
Sony SLT Alpha 68
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WINNER
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| General | ||
Read the General ComparisonGeneralThe Canon EOS Rebel T7 / 2000D and the Sony SLT Alpha 68 are both APS-C DSLR-style bodies built around CMOS sensors. Their resolution is effectively matched at 24.1 and 24 megapixels, so neither offers extra room for heavy cropping of distant subjects. Their native lens systems differ, with the Canon using the EF-S mount and the Sony using the Alpha DT mount. The Canon arrived in 2018 against the Sony's 2015, and it is the more compact body at 129 x 101 x 78 mm versus 143 x 104 x 81 mm. | ||
Released ⓘRefers to the year this camera was officially made available for sale. |
2018 | 2015 |
Announcement date ⓘRefers to the date the manufacturer publicly announced the upcoming release and general specs of this camera. |
February 26, 2018 | November 5, 2015 |
| Camera type |  DSLR | DSLR |
| Camera size | 129 x 101 x 78 mm | 143 x 104 x 81 mm |
| Camera weight | 660 g | 610 g |
| Optics | 56/100 | 71/100 |
Read the Optics ComparisonOpticsThe Sony SLT Alpha 68 is the stronger camera for moving subjects, shooting continuously at 8 frames per second against the Canon EOS Rebel T7's 3 fps. Its 79 autofocus points cover far more of the frame than the Canon's 9, which helps when a subject moves off-centre during a burst. The Sony also has in-body image stabilisation, so handheld shots with unstabilised lenses are less prone to shake, while the Canon relies on the lens. Its electronic viewfinder shows 1,440,000 dots, while the Canon uses an optical pentamirror finder. The Sony's native ISO ceiling of 25,600 exceeds the Canon's 6,400. | ||
Megapixels ⓘThe higher the number of megapixels, the more detail the cameras sensor can capture. |
24.1 MP050 | 24 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. |
14.9 x 22.3 | 15.6 x 23.5 |
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. |
3 fps045 | 8 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 | Sony Alpha DT |
Image processor ⓘThe image processor in the camera converts the information collected on the sensor for digital storage on the memory card. |
Digic 4+ | Bionz X |
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. |
64003003280000 | 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. |
128003003280000 | 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 | 790300 |
In-body stabilisation ⓘIn-body Stabilization means the camera has a certain technology embedded that counteracts camera shake. |
No |  Yes |
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) | Electronic |
| Viewfinder dots | N/A | 144000009900000 |
| Video | 43/100 | 56/100 |
Read the Video ComparisonVideoFor slow motion, the Sony has the stronger video frame rate, recording at up to 60 fps against the Canon's 30 fps. Fast action such as a sprint or a tennis swing can then play back at half speed. Both cameras cap video resolution at Full HD. The Sony records in XAVC S, AVCHD Ver. 2.0 and MP4, while the Canon records MOV. Neither camera has a built-in timelapse mode. | ||
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 | 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. |
✗ | ✗ |
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 | XAVC S, AVCHD Ver. 2.0, MP4 |
| Features | 41/100 | 35/100 |
Read the Features ComparisonFeaturesWi-Fi is a real advantage for the T7 if you like sending photos straight to a phone or tablet, because the Alpha 68 has no wireless connectivity. Its rear screen is also larger and more detailed, at 3 inches with 920,000 dots against the Sony's 2.7 inches with 460,800 dots, which makes image review and menu reading clearer. Both cameras offer a tilting flip screen for waist-level framing, live view, a built-in flash and support for an external flash. Neither has a touch screen, GPS or weather sealing. | ||
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 | TFT LCD |
Touch screen ⓘTouchscreen allows you to change camera settings and access menus with a swipe of your finger, instead of using buttons. |
✗ | ✗ |
| Screen size | 3" | 2.7" |
Screen dots ⓘScreen dots indicate the resolution of the LCD screen by including each sub pixel. |
9200001150001500000 | 4608001150001500000 |
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 | No |
Bluetooth ⓘBluetooth capabilities allow you wireless control of your camera with other external devices. |
✗ | ✗ |
| Storage & battery | 27/100 | 29/100 |
Read the Storage & battery ComparisonStorage and BatteryBattery ratings favour the Sony, with its NP-FM500H rated at 580 shots against 500 for the Canon's LP-E10. Neither body charges over USB. Both cameras use a single card slot with no backup option. The Canon takes SD, SDHC and SDXC cards, while the Sony also accepts Memory Stick Pro Duo alongside the same SD family. | ||
| Memory card | SD / SDHC / SDXC | SD / SDHC / SDXC, Memory Stick Pro Duo |
| Dual memory card slots | ✗ | ✗ |
| Battery type | LP-E10 | NP-FM500H |
Battery life ⓘApproximately how long this cameras battery will last measured by how many photographs you will be able to take. |
500 shots1505000 | 580 shots1505000 |
| USB charging | ✗ | ✗ |
Read: Verdict
Verdict
Choose the Sony SLT Alpha 68 if your photography involves motion. Its 8 fps burst, 79 autofocus points and in-body stabilisation serve sports, wildlife and running children far better than the Canon's 3 fps and 9 points. Its 60 fps maximum video frame rate adds usable slow motion to the same strengths.
Choose the Canon EOS Rebel T7 / 2000D for everyday shooting where sharing matters. Wi-Fi transfer to a phone and the larger, more detailed 3-inch 920,000-dot screen make it the more convenient choice. If you already own EF-S or Alpha DT lenses, staying with that mount is the practical deciding factor.