T5 vs T5i OR 1200D vs 700D

Someone (new to DSLRs) asked me about the difference between the canon 1200D (t5) and the 700D (t5i). I put together some info & sent it off to them, then thought "this might be of interest to other people"  so I turned it into a blog post. 

 

 

Basics & Recommendation

The 1220D (t5) will take perfectly good photos and not bad video.

But you'll have to work harder and take more to get the shots you want & you might be look for an upgrade a bit sooner.

The 700D(5ti) will take great photos and good video and make it easier to get the shots you want.  It's got more flexibility in how you use it, & a bit more you can do as you learn. It can also get some shots that the other just can't get, especially with low light, fast, bursts and videos.

As far as I'm concerned, if you can afford it the 700D(t5i) is definitely worth the extra money.

Let me know if you have any questions.

Explanation

T5 is one class lower than the other.

t5 & t5i are sort of marketing names for them. 
the real model names are 1200 D (5t) & 700D (t5i) with canon model numbers , lower is better.*

They have a lot of the same stuff so I 'll just list what the700D (t5i) has that the other doesn't or when it has improved versions of the same stuff.

700D (t5i) has:

- better screen resolution (almost double the pixels)

- swivel screen (doen't sound like much til you try to get shots from interesting angles. it's much easier to twist the screen towards you than twisting yourself to see the screen.

- Touchscreen.  you can use the menus by touch , you can also focus by touching the screen

- better auto focus. has more and better focus points than 1200d and an entirely different & better auto focus system making it faster & more accurate.

- auto focus during video (with the right lenses)

- better processor.  helps with the higher shooting speeds etc.

- higher FPS.  shoots more photos (frames) per second. 3fps for 1200, 4.8 fps for 700d

-Higher ISO. (25600 vs 12800)  which means it can take photos in much less light. theoretically it should be able to take see stuff in 1/2 the light of the other one. In practice , if you push them to their limits the phots will be grainy & pretty ugly, but you have the extra ISO what would have been an grainy shot that pushed the 1200d, could be a usable shot with the 700d, because it's not at it's limit. - has mic jack.  internal mics are pretty bad so being able to add a mic means you can make a video that people can listen too without cringing.

- better kit lens 18-55 STM (takes advantage of new auto focus system & can do auto focus in video.

Details

Links to canon for more info
1200D
700D


*Over view of model numbers
4 digit model (called XX00 ie 1200)  are 'consumer' models for basic snapshots & for your own social media.

3 digit models (XX0 ie 700D) are 'pro-sumer' models for people who want a step up from basic or for people becoming pros or starting out small. like selling photos to other people for their social media,  portraits etc.

2 digit models (X0 ie 80D) are solid pro models. better than the lower models but not as rugged  as the higher end models. sometimes new features are released here 1st to make sure they are dependable enough for the high end models.

single digit models (7d, 6d, 5d, 1d) are higher end pro-models for he big kids.  they have top of the line specs and are very dependable.

A new pair of rebels (750D & 760D Specs)

There`s a new pair of rebels in the canon world.
The little brother 750D (T6i)  & the bigger brother 760D (T6s) and they are hoping to make rebels more prominent & bit more respected in prestige hungry world of DSLR`s.
How it will all play out is yet to be seen, but they centainly seem to be the best rebels canon has producer so far. With a new sensor, and few goodies borrowed from more up-market models I`d say this is the first significant improvement of the line since the 550D (T2i).

they are list at  henry`s for preorder with a price of  $929 for the 760D (T6s) & $849 for the 750D (T6i).  My personal feeling is that you get more than your $80 worth if you go for the 760D, but that`s just me.

Now on the specs.  I`ve used 3 different sources to try to confirm and clarify the initial set of specs I found,  so THESE ARE NOT OFFICIAL SPECS! But they are as curate as I can can find.

760D (T6s)

750D (T6i)

Enable 24.2MP CMOS sensor  DIGIC6 processor 7560-pixel RGB + IR photometry sensor (NEW) 63 zone TTL metering AF is 19 points cross type. Center F2.8 corresponding dual cross Hybrid CMOS AF III Dynamic tracking continuous shooting in live view (Servo AF in live veiw) LCD monitor 3 inches 1.04 million dots.Vari-Angle ISO100-12800 (extended with ISO25600) Max shutter speed 30 seconds 1/4000 seconds (synchro is 1/200 sec) Continuous shooting 5 frames / sec Viewfinder penta mirror. Field of view 95%, magnification 0.82 times, the eye point 19 mm Built-in guide number 12 flash Video full HD 30 fps Horizontal level Top LCD panel Dial on the back Intelligent Viewfinder Wi-Fi & NFC Remote operation by smartphone tablet Creative mode including the HDR movie Battery LP-E17 Size 131.9 x 100.9 X77.8Mm Weight 565g (CIPA standard). 520g (body only)

Enable 24.2MP CMOS sensor DIGIC6 processor 7560 pixel RGB-IR photometry sensor (NEW) 63 zone TTL metering AF is 19 points cross type Center F2.8 corresponding dual cross New hybrid CMOS AF III N/A LCD monitor 3 inches 1.04 million dots Vari-Angle ISO100-12800 (extended with 25600) Shutter speed is 30 seconds 1/4000 seconds (Synchro 1/200 sec) Continuous shooting 5 frames / sec Viewfinder penta mirror. Field of view 95%, magnification 0.82 X, the eye point 19 mm Built-in guide number 12 flash Video full HD 30 fps N/A N/A N/A N/A Wi-Fi & NFC Remote operation by smartphone tablet N/A Battery LP-E17 Size 131.9 x 100.7 x 77.8Mm Weight 555g (CPA criteria). 510g (body only)

The specs have a lot of good things to say, but I`d still like to see some examples of what can be shot on production models.

Link of The Day - Canon Announcement Friday

The word is that there will be a big canon announcement Friday February 6th.
the announcement is said to include:
2 new versions of the 5Dmkiii with a 50 MP sensor & other goodies

a new wide 11-24mm f4 L lens

their newest mirrorless camera the M3
a bunch of powershots

            and
something more in my price/interest range2 new rebels the 750D & 760D with:
24 Mp sensor, new processor, 5 FPS, & higher ISO range, dual pixel auto focus & more.

I haven't sifted through the differences, but the 1st thing that jumped out was 760D has a top LCD screen and wheel on the back (just like like the big kids have).

No word yet on prices or when they will hit the shelves.

For more details here's where I got the info http://www.canonrumors.com/2015/02/the-new-canon-products-coming-february-6-2015/#more-18540

Link of The Day - C100 gets Dual Pixel AF

The C100 ($5000ish) is being upgraded to include Dual Pixel AF (like the 70D).

It's a $500 upgrade for curerent owners. Not sure if will be standard or an option for future purchasers.

One commenter made a point I like.  They said (something like) I'm more interested that they are putting work into upgrading cameras they already have  than what the upgrade actually is.  

I also like the idea that when you get a camera in that range they will release upgrades, not just realse a new model every year and expect you to keep buying new.  

Lets hope it's a trend not just a one time thing.