Canon EOS Kiss X9i vs Canon EOS 77D

This is a full comparison between the cameras Canon EOS Kiss X9i and Canon EOS 77D. We compare them by looking at the categories you see below.

Manufacturing

These cameras are both manufactured by Canon.

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.

** 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

Both these cameras have the exact same resolution. Canon EOS Kiss X9i has a 24 MP (Megapixels) resolution while Canon EOS 77D has 24 MP. If we break down this in more detail this is the data behind the numbers:

ISO range

Both of these cameras offer the exact same ISO range. They both have 100 to 25600.

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 X9i
Lens compatibility chart for Canon EOS 77D

Pictures per second

Depending on what you are shooting the FPS, or frames/pictures per second, can definitely be of interest. Canon EOS Kiss X9i can shoot up to 6 pictures per seconds and Canon EOS 77D can shoot up to 6 pictures per seconds.

Ability to record movies

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

In this case, both Canon EOS Kiss X9i and Canon EOS 77D 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 77D weighs 540 gr (equal to 1.19 lb) which is 2% heavier than Canon EOS Kiss X9i and its 532 gr (or 1.17 lb).

Canon EOS Kiss X9i vs Canon EOS 77D Specs

Below you will find the complete and detailed technical specs for both Canon EOS Kiss X9i and Canon EOS 77D, 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 X9i	Canon EOS 77D
Name	Canon EOS Kiss X9i	Canon EOS 77D
Manufacturer	Canon	Canon
Release Date and Price	Canon EOS Kiss X9i	Canon EOS 77D
Release Year	2017	2017
Release Date	2017-02-15	2017-02-15
MSRP	749 USD	899 USD
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Camera Type	Canon EOS Kiss X9i	Canon EOS 77D
Camera Type	DSLR	DSLR
Sensor	Canon EOS Kiss X9i	Canon EOS 77D
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	6000 x 4000 pixels	6000 x 4000 pixels
Megapixels	24 MP	24 MP
Image Processor	DIGIC 7	DIGIC 7
Image	Canon EOS Kiss X9i	Canon EOS 77D
ISO Range	100 - 25600	100 - 25600
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 X9i	Canon EOS 77D
Autofocus Motor	Yes	Yes
Autofocus	Contract Detect (sensor) Phase Detect Multi Area Center Selective Single Point Tracking Single Continuous Touch Face Detection LiveView	Contract Detect (sensor) Phase Detect Multi Area Center Selective Single Point Tracking Single Continuous Touch Face Detection LiveView
Focus Points	45	45
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 X9i	Canon EOS 77D
Articulated LCD	Fully articulated	Fully articulated
Screen size	3”	3”
Screen dots	1040000	1040000
Touch screen	Yes	Yes
Screen type	TFT LCD	TFT LCD
Live view	Yes	Yes
Viewfinder Type	Optical (pentamirror)	Optical (pentamirror)
Viewfinder Coverage	95%	95%
Viewfinder Magnification	0.82× (0.51× 35mm equiv.)	0.82× (0.51× 35mm equiv.)
Viewfinder Resolution	0	0
Photography features	Canon EOS Kiss X9i	Canon EOS 77D
Frames per second	6 fps	6 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	12 meters	12 meters
External Flash	Yes	Yes
Self-Timer	Yes	Yes
Time-lapse	Yes	Yes
Metering modes	Multi Spot Partial Average	Multi Spot Partial Average
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 X9i	Canon EOS 77D
Video recording	Yes	Yes
Video format	MPEG4 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 X9i	Canon EOS 77D
Memory Card	SD/SDHC	SD/SDHC
Connectivity	Canon EOS Kiss X9i	Canon EOS 77D
HDMI Output	Yes	Yes
Microphone Port	Yes	Yes
Headphone Port	No	No
Wireless	Yes Built-in (Includes Bluetooth LE and NFC)	Yes Built-in ( Includes Bluetooth LE and NFC)
Remote Control	Yes (via smartphone or Bluetooth remote)	Yes (via smartphone or Bluetooth remote)
GPS	Yes Optional via Canon GP-E2 GPS Receiver	Yes Optional
Body & Dimensions	Canon EOS Kiss X9i	Canon EOS 77D
Enviromentally sealed	No	No
Battery	Battery Pack	Battery Pack
Battery Details	LP-E17 lithium-ion battery & charger	LP-E17 lithium-ion battery & charger
Battery Life (CIPA)	600 shots	600 shots
Width	131 mm	131 mm
Height	100 mm	100 mm
Depth	76 mm	76 mm
Weight	532 gram	540 gram