Canon EOS Rebel XTi vs Nikon D850
This is a full comparison between the cameras Canon EOS Rebel XTi and Nikon D850. We compare them by looking at the categories you see below.
Manufacturing
Canon EOS Rebel XTi is manufacturered by Canon but Nikon D850 is from Nikon. Both Canon and Nikon are well known brands though.
Canon EOS Rebel XTi were released 2006 and Nikon D850 was released 2017. That is a 11 years difference. In tech, this period can be of interest since technology is always improving, etc.Camera | Released |
Canon EOS Rebel XTi | 2006 |
Nikon D850 | 2017 |
Type of camera
Both these cameras are DSLR cameras. No difference there.
Sensors / crop factor
These cameras have different sensors. Canon EOS Rebel XTi has a "Canon APS-C"-sensor while Nikon D850 has a "Nikon FX"-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 XTi | 80 mm Canon APS-C sensor Crop factor/focal length multiplier by * 1.6 |
Nikon D850 | 50 mm Full-frame sensor No crop factor/focal length 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)
Camera selection can affect the focal length (Nikon)
Resolution
Canon EOS Rebel XTi has a 10,1 MP (Megapixels) resolution while Nikon D850 has 46 MP. If we break down this in more detail this is the data behind the numbers:
Camera | Megapixels |
Canon EOS Rebel XTi |
10,1 MP
10077696 pixels 3888 x 2592 |
Nikon D850 |
46 MP
45441024 pixels 8256 x 5504 |
Nikon D850 has a 351 % larger resolution than Canon EOS Rebel XTi. 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 D850 has a larger ISO-range than Canon EOS Rebel XTi. Nikon D850 has an ISO range that stretches from 64 to 25600 while Canon EOS Rebel XTi has 100 to 1600.
Camera | ISO Range |
Canon EOS Rebel XTi | 100-1600 |
Nikon D850 | 64-25600 |
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 Rebel XTi
Lens compatibility chart for Nikon D850
Pictures per second
Depending on what you are shooting the FPS, or frames/pictures per second, can definitely be of interest. Canon EOS Rebel XTi can shoot up to 3 pictures per seconds and Nikon D850 can shoot up to 9 pictures per seconds.
Camera | FPS (Frames per second) |
Canon EOS Rebel XTi | 3 |
Nikon D850 | 9 |
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 D850. Sadly, the Canon EOS Rebel XTi 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 D850 weighs 1005 gr (equal to 2.22 lb) which is 81% heavier than Canon EOS Rebel XTi and its 556 gr (or 1.23 lb).
Camera | Weight |
Canon EOS Rebel XTi | 556 gr 1.23 lb |
Nikon D850 | 1005 gr 2.22 lb |
Canon EOS Rebel XTi vs Nikon D850 Specs
Below you will find the complete and detailed technical specs for both Canon EOS Rebel XTi and Nikon D850, 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 XTi |
Nikon D850 |
Name | Canon EOS Rebel XTi | Nikon D850 |
Manufacturer | Canon | Nikon |
Release Date and Price |
Canon EOS Rebel XTi |
Nikon D850 |
Release Year | 2006 | 2017 |
Release Date | 2006-08-24 | 2017-07-25 |
MSRP | 799 USD | 3299 USD |
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Camera Type |
Canon EOS Rebel XTi |
Nikon D850 |
Camera Type | DSLR | DSLR |
Sensor |
Canon EOS Rebel XTi |
Nikon D850 |
Sensor Size | APS-C (approx 22.3 x 14.9 mm) |
Full Frame (approx 36 x 23.9 mm) Also known as "FX" |
Sensor Type | CMOS | BSI-CMOS |
Resolution | 3888 x 2592 pixels | 8256 x 5504 pixels |
Megapixels | 10,1 MP | 46 MP |
Image Processor | DIGIC 2 | EXPEED 5 |
Image |
Canon EOS Rebel XTi |
Nikon D850 |
ISO Range | 100 - 1600 | 64 - 25600 |
White Balance Presets | 6 | 14 |
Custom White Balance | Yes | Yes |
Image Stabilization | No | No |
Image Stabilization CIPA Rating | 0 stops | 0 stops |
Uncompressed format | RAW | RAW + TIFF |
Optics & Focus |
Canon EOS Rebel XTi |
Nikon D850 |
Autofocus Motor | Yes | Yes |
Autofocus |
Phase Detect Multi Area Selective Single Point Single Continuous |
Contract Detect (sensor) Phase Detect Multi Area Center Selective Single Point Tracking Single Continuous Touch Face Detection LiveView |
Focus Points | 9 | 151 |
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 |
FX (Full frame) No multiplier Example: 24 mm remains 24 mm 50 mm remains 50 mm 100 mm remains 100 mm 200 mm remains 200 mm |
Screen & Viewfinder |
Canon EOS Rebel XTi |
Nikon D850 |
Articulated LCD | Fixed | Tilting |
Screen size | 2.5” | 3.2” |
Screen dots | 230000 | 2359000 |
Touch screen | No | Yes |
Screen type | TFT LCD | TFT LCD |
Live view | No | Yes |
Viewfinder Type | Optical (pentamirror) | Optical (pentaprism) |
Viewfinder Coverage | 95% | 100% |
Viewfinder Magnification | 0.8× (0.5× 35mm equiv.) | 0.75× |
Viewfinder Resolution | N/A | 0 |
Photography features |
Canon EOS Rebel XTi |
Nikon D850 |
Frames per second | 3 fps | 9 fps |
Minimum Shutter Speed | 30 seconds | 30 seconds |
Maximum Shutter Speed | 1/4000 seconds | 1/8000 seconds |
Built-in Flash | Yes | No |
Built-in Flash Range | 12 meters | N/A |
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, 1 EV steps) |
Videography features |
Canon EOS Rebel XTi |
Nikon D850 |
Video recording | No | Yes |
Video format | N/A |
MPEG4 |
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 XTi |
Nikon D850 |
Memory Card |
Compact Flash |
SD/SDHC XQD |
Connectivity |
Canon EOS Rebel XTi |
Nikon D850 |
HDMI Output | No | Yes |
Microphone Port | No | Yes |
Headphone Port | No | Yes |
Wireless | No |
Yes Built-In ( 802.11b/g + NFC + Bluetooth 4.1 LE) |
Remote Control | Yes (E3 connector, InfraRed) | Yes (wired, wireless, smartphone) |
GPS | No | No |
Body & Dimensions |
Canon EOS Rebel XTi |
Nikon D850 |
Enviromentally sealed | No | Yes |
Battery | Battery Pack | Battery Pack |
Battery Details |
Battery Pack NB-2LH
|
EN-EL15a lithium-ion battery & charger
|
Battery Life (CIPA) | 360 shots | 1840 shots |
Width | 127 mm | 146 mm |
Height | 94 mm | 124 mm |
Depth | 65 mm | 79 mm |
Weight | 556 gram | 1005 gram |