Canon EOS Rebel XT vs Nikon D7500
This is a full comparison between the cameras Canon EOS Rebel XT and Nikon D7500. We compare them by looking at the categories you see below.
Manufacturing
Canon EOS Rebel XT is manufacturered by Canon but Nikon D7500 is from Nikon. Both Canon and Nikon are well known brands though.
Canon EOS Rebel XT were released 2005 and Nikon D7500 was released 2017. That is a 12 years difference. In tech, this period can be of interest since technology is always improving, etc.Camera | Released |
Canon EOS Rebel XT | 2005 |
Nikon D7500 | 2017 |
Type of camera
Both these cameras are DSLR cameras. No difference there.
Sensors / crop factor
These cameras have different sensors. Canon EOS Rebel XT has a "Canon APS-C"-sensor while Nikon D7500 has a "Nikon DX"-sensor, and their difference in sensors will also affect the crop factor and experience focal length. See the table below.
Camera | Focal length, 50mm f/1.8 ** |
Canon EOS Rebel XT | 80 mm Canon APS-C sensor Crop factor/focal length multiplier by * 1.6 |
Nikon D7500 | 75 mm Nikon DX sensor Crop factor/focal length multiplier by * 1.5 |
** 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)
Camera selection can affect the focal length (Nikon)
Resolution
Canon EOS Rebel XT has a 8 MP (Megapixels) resolution while Nikon D7500 has 21 MP. If we break down this in more detail this is the data behind the numbers:
Camera | Megapixels |
Canon EOS Rebel XT |
8 MP
7962624 pixels 3456 x 2304 |
Nikon D7500 |
21 MP
20668416 pixels 5568 x 3712 |
Nikon D7500 has a 160 % larger resolution than Canon EOS Rebel XT. 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
Nikon D7500 has a larger ISO-range than Canon EOS Rebel XT. Nikon D7500 has an ISO range that stretches from 100 to 51200 while Canon EOS Rebel XT has 100 to 1600.
Camera | ISO Range |
Canon EOS Rebel XT | 100-1600 |
Nikon D7500 | 100-51200 |
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 Rebel XT
Lens compatibility chart for Nikon D7500
Pictures per second
Depending on what you are shooting the FPS, or frames/pictures per second, can definitely be of interest. Canon EOS Rebel XT can shoot up to 2,8 pictures per seconds and Nikon D7500 can shoot up to 8 pictures per seconds.
Camera | FPS (Frames per second) |
Canon EOS Rebel XT | 2,8 |
Nikon D7500 | 8 |
Ability to record movies
It is becoming more and more popular to record movies with digital cameras.
It is only one of these two cameras that support recording movies and movie clips and that is Nikon D7500. Sadly, the Canon EOS Rebel XT does not support this.
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.
Nikon D7500 weighs 640 gr (equal to 1.41 lb) which is 19% heavier than Canon EOS Rebel XT and its 540 gr (or 1.19 lb).
Camera | Weight |
Canon EOS Rebel XT | 540 gr 1.19 lb |
Nikon D7500 | 640 gr 1.41 lb |
Canon EOS Rebel XT vs Nikon D7500 Specs
Below you will find the complete and detailed technical specs for both Canon EOS Rebel XT and Nikon D7500, 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 Rebel XT |
Nikon D7500 |
Name | Canon EOS Rebel XT | Nikon D7500 |
Manufacturer | Canon | Nikon |
Release Date and Price |
Canon EOS Rebel XT |
Nikon D7500 |
Release Year | 2005 | 2017 |
Release Date | 2005-02-17 | 2017-04-12 |
MSRP | 599 USD | 1299 USD |
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Camera Type |
Canon EOS Rebel XT |
Nikon D7500 |
Camera Type | DSLR | DSLR |
Sensor |
Canon EOS Rebel XT |
Nikon D7500 |
Sensor Size | APS-C (approx 22.3 x 14.9 mm) |
APS-C (approx 23.7 x 15.5 mm) Also known as "DX" |
Sensor Type | CMOS | CMOS |
Resolution | 3456 x 2304 pixels | 5568 x 3712 pixels |
Megapixels | 8 MP | 21 MP |
Image Processor | DIGIC 2 | EXPEED 5 |
Image |
Canon EOS Rebel XT |
Nikon D7500 |
ISO Range | 100 - 1600 | 100 - 51200 |
White Balance Presets | 6 | 12 |
Custom White Balance | Yes | Yes |
Image Stabilization | No | Yes |
Image Stabilization CIPA Rating | 0 stops | 0 stops |
Uncompressed format | RAW | RAW |
Optics & Focus |
Canon EOS Rebel XT |
Nikon D7500 |
Autofocus Motor | Yes | Yes |
Autofocus |
Phase Detect Multi Area Selective Single Point Single Continuous |
Contract Detect (sensor) Phase Detect Multi Area Selective Single Point Tracking Single Continuous Face Detection LiveView |
Focus Points | 7 | 51 |
Lens Mount |
Canon EF Canon EF-S See Compatible Lenses |
Nikon F 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 |
DX / APS-C (1.5x) 1.5x multiplier Example: 24 mm becomes 36 mm 50 mm becomes 75 mm 100 mm becomes 150 mm 200 mm becomes 300 mm |
Screen & Viewfinder |
Canon EOS Rebel XT |
Nikon D7500 |
Articulated LCD | Fixed | Tilting |
Screen size | 1.8” | 3,2” |
Screen dots | 115000 | 922000 |
Touch screen | No | Yes |
Screen type | N/A | TFT LCD |
Live view | No | Yes |
Viewfinder Type | Optical (pentamirror) | Optical (pentaprism) |
Viewfinder Coverage | 95% | 100% |
Viewfinder Magnification | 0.8× (0.5× 35mm equiv.) | 0.94× (0.63× 35mm equiv.) |
Viewfinder Resolution | N/A | 0 |
Photography features |
Canon EOS Rebel XT |
Nikon D7500 |
Frames per second | 2,8 fps | 8 fps |
Minimum Shutter Speed | 30 seconds | 30 seconds |
Maximum Shutter Speed | 1/4000 seconds | 1/8000 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 Center Weighted Partial |
Multi Center Weighted Highlight Weighted Spot |
Exposure Compensation | +/- 2 (at 1/3 EV, 1/2 EV steps) | +/- 5 (at 1/3 EV, 1/2 EV steps) |
Videography features |
Canon EOS Rebel XT |
Nikon D7500 |
Video recording | No | Yes |
Video format | N/A |
MPEG4 H.264 |
Video resolution | N/A |
1280 x 720 1920 x 1080 3840 x 2160 |
Built-in Microphone | No | Yes |
Built-in Speakers | No | Yes |
Storage |
Canon EOS Rebel XT |
Nikon D7500 |
Memory Card |
Compact Flash |
SD/SDHC |
Connectivity |
Canon EOS Rebel XT |
Nikon D7500 |
HDMI Output | No | Yes |
Microphone Port | No | Yes |
Headphone Port | No | Yes |
Wireless | No |
Yes Built-in, Wi-Fi with low energy Bluetooth |
Remote Control | Yes (E3 connector, InfraRed) | Yes (Wired, wireless, smartphone) |
GPS | No |
Yes Optional with GP-1A |
Body & Dimensions |
Canon EOS Rebel XT |
Nikon D7500 |
Enviromentally sealed | No | Yes |
Battery | Battery Pack | Battery Pack |
Battery Details |
Battery Pack NB-2LH
|
EN-EL15a lithium-ion rechargeable battery & charger
|
Battery Life (CIPA) | N/A | 950 shots |
Width | 127 mm | 136 mm |
Height | 94 mm | 104 mm |
Depth | 64 mm | 73 mm |
Weight | 540 gram | 640 gram |