Canon EOS Kiss X6i vs Canon EOS 2000D

This is a full comparison between the cameras Canon EOS Kiss X6i and Canon EOS 2000D. We compare them by looking at the categories you see below.

Manufacturing

These cameras are both manufactured by Canon.

Canon EOS Kiss X6i were released 2012 and Canon EOS 2000D was released 2018. That is a 6 years difference. In tech, this period can be of interest since technology is always improving, etc.

Camera Released
Canon EOS Kiss X6i 2012
Canon EOS 2000D 2018

Type of camera

Both these cameras are DSLR cameras. No difference there.

Sensors / crop factor

Both these cameras have the same sorts of sensor (called "Canon APS-C") which means that if you compare these cameras side by side the lenses will also have the same experienced focal length. Neither of the cameras has a Full frame sensor which means that you will get a "crop factor" where the camera's sensor size affect the focal length with a multiplier.

Camera Focal length, 50mm f/1.8 **
Canon EOS Kiss X6i 80 mm
Canon APS-C sensor
Crop factor/focal length multiplier by * 1.6
Canon EOS 2000D 80 mm
Canon APS-C sensor
Crop factor/focal length multiplier by * 1.6

** Experienced focal length when using a lens such as a common "50mm f/1.8"

Learn more about crop factor and focal length multiplier here:
Camera selection can affect the focal length (Canon)

Resolution

Canon EOS Kiss X6i has a 18 MP (Megapixels) resolution while Canon EOS 2000D has 24 MP. If we break down this in more detail this is the data behind the numbers:

Camera Megapixels
Canon EOS Kiss X6i 18 MP
17915904 pixels
5184 x 3456
Canon EOS 2000D 24 MP
24000000 pixels
6000 x 4000

Canon EOS 2000D has a 34 % larger resolution than Canon EOS Kiss X6i. This could give you more details in the picture but also a possibility to crop more in the pictures, afterward while editing the pictures, if needed that is.

ISO range

Canon EOS Kiss X6i has a larger ISO-range than Canon EOS 2000D. Canon EOS Kiss X6i has an ISO range that stretches from 100 to 12800 while Canon EOS 2000D has 100 to 6400.

Camera ISO Range
Canon EOS Kiss X6i 100-12800
Canon EOS 2000D 100-6400

Autofocus and lens compatibility

Both of these cameras have a built-in autofocus motor. Some lenses, that support autofocus, do not have an autofocus motor of their own but this won't cause any problems with these two cameras.

Here is a complete overview of which lenses work with each camera:
Lens compatibility chart for Canon EOS Kiss X6i
Lens compatibility chart for Canon EOS 2000D

Pictures per second

Depending on what you are shooting the FPS, or frames/pictures per second, can definitely be of interest. Canon EOS Kiss X6i can shoot up to 5 pictures per seconds and Canon EOS 2000D can shoot up to 3 pictures per seconds.

Camera FPS (Frames per second)
Canon EOS Kiss X6i 5
Canon EOS 2000D 3

Ability to record movies

It is becoming more and more popular to record movies with digital cameras.

In this case, both Canon EOS Kiss X6i and Canon EOS 2000D can shoot movies.

Weight

The weight of the camera can be an extremely important factor, especially if the camera is about to be used, or carried around, for several hours at a time.

Canon EOS Kiss X6i weighs 575 gr (equal to 1.27 lb) which is 21% heavier than Canon EOS 2000D and its 475 gr (or 1.05 lb).

Camera Weight
Canon EOS Kiss X6i 575 gr
1.27 lb
Canon EOS 2000D 475 gr
1.05 lb

Canon EOS Kiss X6i vs Canon EOS 2000D Specs

Below you will find the complete and detailed technical specs for both Canon EOS Kiss X6i and Canon EOS 2000D, next to each other. Each category of data is a link to an article covering the subject, giving you a deeper understanding so you can better understand the strengths and weaknesses of the two camera models.

Product
Canon EOS Kiss X6i
Canon EOS 2000D
Name Canon EOS Kiss X6i Canon EOS 2000D
Manufacturer Canon Canon
Release Date and Price
Canon EOS Kiss X6i
Canon EOS 2000D
Release Year 2012 2018
Release Date 2012-06-08 2018-02-26
MSRP 849 USD 549 USD
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Camera Type
Canon EOS Kiss X6i
Canon EOS 2000D
Camera Type DSLR DSLR
Sensor
Canon EOS Kiss X6i
Canon EOS 2000D
Sensor Size APS-C (approx 22.3 x 14.9 mm) APS-C (approx 22.3 x 14.9 mm)
Sensor Type CMOS CMOS
Resolution 5184 x 3456 pixels 6000 x 4000 pixels
Megapixels 18 MP 24 MP
Image Processor DIGIC 5 DIGIC 4+
Image
Canon EOS Kiss X6i
Canon EOS 2000D
ISO Range 100 - 12800 100 - 6400
White Balance Presets 6 6
Custom White Balance Yes Yes
Image Stabilization No No
Image Stabilization CIPA Rating 0 stops 0 stops
Uncompressed format RAW RAW
Optics & Focus
Canon EOS Kiss X6i
Canon EOS 2000D
Autofocus Motor Yes Yes
Autofocus Contract Detect (sensor)
Phase Detect
Multi Area
Selective Single Point
Single
Continuous
Face Detection
LiveView
Contract Detect (sensor)
Phase Detect
Multi Area
Center
Selective Single Point
Tracking
Single
Continuous
Face Detection
LiveView
Focus Points 9 9
Lens Mount Canon EF
Canon EF-S

See Compatible Lenses
Canon EF
Canon EF-S

See Compatible Lenses
Focal Length Multiplier APS-C Sensor
1.6x multiplier
Example:
24 mm becomes 38 mm
50 mm becomes 80 mm
100 mm becomes 160 mm
200 mm becomes 320 mm
APS-C Sensor
1.6x multiplier
Example:
24 mm becomes 38 mm
50 mm becomes 80 mm
100 mm becomes 160 mm
200 mm becomes 320 mm
Screen & Viewfinder
Canon EOS Kiss X6i
Canon EOS 2000D
Articulated LCD Fully articulated Fixed
Screen size 3” 3”
Screen dots 1040000 920000
Touch screen Yes No
Screen type Clear View II TFT LCD TFT LCD
Live view Yes Yes
Viewfinder Type Optical (pentamirror) Optical (pentamirror)
Viewfinder Coverage 95% 95%
Viewfinder Magnification 0.85× (0.53× 35mm equiv.) 0.8× (0.5× 35mm equiv.)
Viewfinder Resolution 0 N/A
Photography features
Canon EOS Kiss X6i
Canon EOS 2000D
Frames per second 5 fps 3 fps
Minimum Shutter Speed 30 seconds 30 seconds
Maximum Shutter Speed 1/4000 seconds 1/4000 seconds
Built-in Flash Yes Yes
Built-in Flash Range 13 meters 9 meters
External Flash Yes Yes
Self-Timer Yes Yes
Time-lapse Yes No
Metering modes Multi
Center Weighted
Spot
Partial
Multi
Center Weighted
Partial
Exposure Compensation +/- 5 (at 1/3 EV, 1/2 EV steps) +/- 5 (at 1/3 EV, 1/2 EV steps)
Videography features
Canon EOS Kiss X6i
Canon EOS 2000D
Video recording Yes Yes
Video format Motion JPEG
H.264
MPEG4
H.264
Video resolution 1280 x 720
1920 x 1080
1280 x 720
1920 x 1080
Built-in Microphone Yes Yes
Built-in Speakers Yes Yes
Storage
Canon EOS Kiss X6i
Canon EOS 2000D
Memory Card SD/SDHC
SD/SDHC
Connectivity
Canon EOS Kiss X6i
Canon EOS 2000D
HDMI Output Yes Yes
Microphone Port No No
Headphone Port No No
Wireless Yes
Eye-Fi Connected
Yes
Built-In (802.11b/g/n with NFC)
Remote Control Yes (E3 connector, InfraRed) Yes (wired or wireless)
GPS Yes
Optional via Canon GP-E2 GPS Reciever
No
Body & Dimensions
Canon EOS Kiss X6i
Canon EOS 2000D
Enviromentally sealed No No
Battery Battery Pack Battery Pack
Battery Details Lithium-Ion LP-E8 rechargeable battery & charger
Lithium-Ion LP-E10 rechargeable battery & charger
Battery Life (CIPA) 440 shots 500 shots
Width 133 mm 129 mm
Height 100 mm 101 mm
Depth 79 mm 78 mm
Weight 575 gram 475 gram