Canon EOS R100 vs Canon EOS Rebel SL2
This is a full comparison between the cameras Canon EOS R100 and Canon EOS Rebel SL2. We compare them by looking at the categories you see below.
Manufacturing
These cameras are both manufactured by Canon.
Canon EOS R100 were released 2023 and Canon EOS Rebel SL2 was released 2017. That is a 6 years difference. In tech, this period can be of interest since technology is always improving, etc.Camera | Released |
Canon EOS R100 | 2023 |
Canon EOS Rebel SL2 | 2017 |
Type of camera
Canon EOS R100 is a Mirrorless camera while Canon EOS Rebel SL2 is a DSLR camera. More information about their differences will come soon.
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 R100 | 80 mm Canon APS-C sensor Crop factor/focal length multiplier by * 1.6 |
Canon EOS Rebel SL2 | 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
Both these cameras have the exact same resolution. Canon EOS R100 has a 24 MP (Megapixels) resolution while Canon EOS Rebel SL2 has 24 MP. If we break down this in more detail this is the data behind the numbers:
Camera | Megapixels |
Canon EOS R100 |
24 MP
24000000 pixels 6000 x 4000 |
Canon EOS Rebel SL2 |
24 MP
24000000 pixels 6000 x 4000 |
ISO range
Canon EOS Rebel SL2 has a larger ISO-range than Canon EOS R100. Canon EOS Rebel SL2 has an ISO range that stretches from 100 to 25600 while Canon EOS R100 has 100 to 12800.
Camera | ISO Range |
Canon EOS R100 | 100-12800 |
Canon EOS Rebel SL2 | 100-25600 |
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.
Worth mentioning is that Canon EOS R100 belongs to the Canon EOS R-system and needs an adapter to work with Canons EF, EF-S, MP-E, and TS-E lenses. You can read more about this adapter here:
Canon Lens Mount Adapter EF-EOS R
Here is a complete overview of which lenses work with each camera:
Lens compatibility chart for Canon EOS R100
Lens compatibility chart for Canon EOS Rebel SL2
Pictures per second
Depending on what you are shooting the FPS, or frames/pictures per second, can definitely be of interest. Canon EOS R100 can shoot up to 6,5 pictures per seconds and Canon EOS Rebel SL2 can shoot up to 5 pictures per seconds.
Camera | FPS (Frames per second) |
Canon EOS R100 | 6,5 |
Canon EOS Rebel SL2 | 5 |
Ability to record movies
It is becoming more and more popular to record movies with digital cameras.
In this case, both Canon EOS R100 and Canon EOS Rebel SL2 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 Rebel SL2 weighs 453 gr (equal to 1 lb) which is 27% heavier than Canon EOS R100 and its 356 gr (or 0.78 lb).
Camera | Weight |
Canon EOS R100 | 356 gr 0.78 lb |
Canon EOS Rebel SL2 | 453 gr 1 lb |
Canon EOS R100 vs Canon EOS Rebel SL2 Specs
Below you will find the complete and detailed technical specs for both Canon EOS R100 and Canon EOS Rebel SL2, 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 R100 |
Canon EOS Rebel SL2 |
Name | Canon EOS R100 | Canon EOS Rebel SL2 |
Manufacturer | Canon | Canon |
Release Date and Price |
Canon EOS R100 |
Canon EOS Rebel SL2 |
Release Year | 2023 | 2017 |
Release Date | 2023-05-24 | 2017-06-29 |
MSRP | 480 USD | 549 USD |
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Camera Type |
Canon EOS R100 |
Canon EOS Rebel SL2 |
Camera Type | Mirrorless | DSLR |
Sensor |
Canon EOS R100 |
Canon EOS Rebel SL2 |
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 8 | DIGIC 7 |
Image |
Canon EOS R100 |
Canon EOS Rebel SL2 |
ISO Range | 100 - 12800 | 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 R100 |
Canon EOS Rebel SL2 |
Autofocus Motor | Yes | Yes |
Autofocus |
Contract Detect (sensor) Phase Detect Multi Area Center Selective Single Point Tracking Single Continuous Face Detection LiveView |
Contract Detect (sensor) Phase Detect Multi Area Center Selective Single Point Tracking Single Continuous Touch Face Detection LiveView |
Focus Points | 143 | 9 |
Lens Mount |
Canon RF 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 R100 |
Canon EOS Rebel SL2 |
Articulated LCD | Fixed | Fully articulated |
Screen size | 3” | 3” |
Screen dots | 1040000 | 1040000 |
Touch screen | No | Yes |
Screen type | N/A | TFT LCD |
Live view | Yes | Yes |
Viewfinder Type | Electronic | Optical (pentamirror) |
Viewfinder Coverage | 100% | 95% |
Viewfinder Magnification | 0.95× (0.59× 35mm equiv.) | 0.87× (0.54× 35mm equiv.) |
Viewfinder Resolution | N/A | 0 |
Photography features |
Canon EOS R100 |
Canon EOS Rebel SL2 |
Frames per second | 6,5 fps | 5 fps |
Minimum Shutter Speed | 1 seconds | 30 seconds |
Maximum Shutter Speed | 1/4000 seconds | 1/4000 seconds |
Built-in Flash | Yes | Yes |
Built-in Flash Range | N/A | 10 meters |
External Flash | Yes | Yes |
Self-Timer | Yes | Yes |
Time-lapse | Yes | Yes |
Metering modes |
Multi Center Weighted Spot Partial |
Multi Center Weighted Spot Partial |
Exposure Compensation | +/- 2 (at 1/3 EV steps) | +/- 5 (at 1/3 EV, 1/2 EV steps) |
Videography features |
Canon EOS R100 |
Canon EOS Rebel SL2 |
Video recording | Yes | Yes |
Video format |
MPEG4 H.264 |
MPEG4 H.264 |
Video resolution |
1280 x 720 1920 x 1080 |
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Built-in Microphone | Yes | Yes |
Built-in Speakers | No | Yes |
Storage |
Canon EOS R100 |
Canon EOS Rebel SL2 |
Memory Card |
SD/SDHC |
SD/SDHC |
Connectivity |
Canon EOS R100 |
Canon EOS Rebel SL2 |
HDMI Output | Yes | Yes |
Microphone Port | Yes | Yes |
Headphone Port | No | No |
Wireless |
Yes Built-In |
Yes Built-in (802.11b/g/n + NFC + Bluetooth) |
Remote Control |
Yes (via Smartphone, via BR-E1 remote controller)
|
Yes (via wireless remote or smartphone) |
GPS | No | No |
Body & Dimensions |
Canon EOS R100 |
Canon EOS Rebel SL2 |
Enviromentally sealed | No | No |
Battery | Battery Pack | Battery Pack |
Battery Details |
LP-E17
|
LP-E17 lithium-ion battery & charger
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Battery Life (CIPA) | N/A | 650 shots |
Width | 116 mm | 122 mm |
Height | 86 mm | 93 mm |
Depth | 69 mm | 70 mm |
Weight | 356 gram | 453 gram |