Nikon D3300 vs Canon Rebel EOS T5i: A Detailed Comparison

Are you shopping for an entry-level DSLR? Then, consider the Nikon D3300 and the Canon EOS Rebel T5i. Each camera has the features needed to capture sharp and clear images. However, despite the Rebel T5i being higher tier, the D3300 offers some great specs. Which of these DSLRs will come out on top?  Take a look at the comparison chart!

Canon Rebel T5i vs Nikon D3300 Specs

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Nikon D3300 vs Canon T5i Comparison

Specifications

Nikon D3300

Canon Rebel T5i

Megapixels 24.2 18.0
_ Sensor Type CMOS CMOS
+ Sensor Size 23.2 x 15.4mm 22.3 x 14.9mm
– Sensor Type APS-C/DX APS-C/DX
Image Resolution 6016 x 4000 5184 x 3456
ISO Range 100 – 25,600 100 – 25,600
Processor Expeed 4 Digic 5
AF Points 11 9
Burst Mode 5fps 5fps
LCD Size 3.0″ Fixed LCD 3.0″ Articulating LCD
Touchscreen No Yes
LCD Resolution 921,000 dots 1,040,000 dots
– Viewfinder Coverage 95% 95%
+ Viewfinder Magnification 0.85x 0.8x
_ Viewfinder Type Pentamirror Pentamirror
Shutter Speed Range 1/4000 to 30 sec. 1/4000 to 30 sec.
Exposure Compensation ±5 EV ±5 EV
Storage Type SD/SDHC/SDXC SD/SDHC/SDXC
Full HD Video 1,920 x 1,080 (60, 50fps)
1,920 x 1,080 (30, 25, 24fps)
1280 x 720 (60, 50fps)
{1,920 x 1,080} (30fps)
[1,920 x 1,080] (25fps)
1,920 x 1,080 (24fps)
1,280 x 720 (60fps)
1,280 x 720 (50ps)
Weight (inc. batteries) 430g (0.95lbs) 580g (1.27lbs)
Battery Life 700 Shots (CIPA) 440 Shots (CIPA)
Dimensions 124 x 98 x 76 mm 133 x 100 x 77 mm
Price Amazon Amazon
Release Date 2014 2013

Canon T5i vs Nikon D3300 Common Features

Built-in Flash Yes vs Yes
External Flash Shoe Yes vs Yes
Viewfinder Yes (Optical) vs Yes (Optical)
RAW Support Yes vs Yes
Face Detection Focus Yes vs Yes
Max Resolution 18 MP vs 24 MP
Microphone Port Yes vs Yes

Canon T5i vs Nikon D3300 Common Weaknesses

Image Stabilization No vs No
Environmental Sealing No vs No
Optical Viewfinder Type Pentamirror vs Pentamirror
AF Micro Adjustment (Fine Tune) No vs No

Nikon D3300 Vs Canon T5i Size Comparison

The Nikon D3300 is the smaller of the two cameras. Its body is 9mm narrower, 2mm shorter and 3mm thinner than Canon T5i. Furthermore, the Nikon D3300 is noticeably lighter (150g ) than the Canon T5i.

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Nikon D3300 vs Canon T5i
Comparison

Both have the same APS-C sized sensor. Hence, their lenses for a similar focal length and aperture are similar in size and weight.

Nikon D3300 Vs Canon T5 Sensor Size

The Canon T5i has an 18.0MP APS-C (22.3 x 14.9 mm ) sized CMOS sensor and features a Digic 5 processor. The Nikon D3300 has a 24.0MP APS-C (23.5 x 15.6 mm ) sized CMOS sensor and features an Expeed 4 processor.

The Nikon D3300 is superior here. It has 6 megapixels more than the Canon T5i. As a result, you can print larger images and you have flexibility when cropping.

Canon T5i vs Nikon D3300 Sensor Comparison

Canon T5i vs Nikon D3300 Sensor Comparison

Moreover, the D3300 lacks an anti-alias (Low-Pass) filter. Without the anti-alias filter, the sharpness and level of detail increase, but at the same time, it increases the chance of a ripple effect occurring in certain scenes.

Another benefit of the D3300 sensor is that it has a 1.1x larger sensor area than Canon’s Rebel T5. Larger sensors give you more control over the depth of field and blurry background compared to smaller sensors when shot in same focal length and aperture.

Why You Should Choose The Nikon D3300

Max Sensor Resolution 24 MP vs 18 MP
Number of Focus Points 11 vs 9
Battery Life 700 shots vs 440 shots
Weight 430 g vs 580 g
Color Depth 24.3 vs 21.7
Dynamic Range 12.8 vs 11.2
Low-Light ISO 1385 vs 681
Price $447 vs $649

Advantages of the D3300

Firstly, the Nikon D3300 has a 24.2-megapixel sensor. 6 megapixels more than the EOS T5i. Moreover, it has an extra 2 AF Points. Additionally, the D3300 records Full HD at 60 and 50FPS. On the other hand, the Rebel T5i pushes 30FPS. Do you like lightweight cameras? The D3300 weighs 150g lighter than the T5i. It is also a bit smaller. About battery life, the D3300 pushes out 260 shots more than the rival T5i. And, not to mention that Nikon’s camera is about 60 to 202$ cheaper than Canon’s.

Main advantages of the Nikon D3300

  • Six more megapixels
  • Two more AF points
  • Full HD at 60 and 50fps, versus “only” maximum 30 on the T5i
  • 150g lighter, slightly smaller (can also be a disadvantage to some)
  • 260 shots longer battery life
  • The lack of low-pass optical filter should make images slightly sharper (noticeable when cropping)
  • Around $50 cheaper

Nikon D3300 Hands-on Review

Our money is on the Nikon D3300The D3300 is cheaper yet offers better features. The significant benefits are the better AF system, a higher resolution and the lack of an AA filter, and the longer battery life. Here are some customer reviews to read. Check out some of our recommended D3300 lenses.

Advantages of the Canon T5i/700D

Articulating Screen Yes vs No
Touch Screen Yes vs No
Number of Cross Type Focus Points vs 1
LCD Screen Resolution 1.040k dots vs 921k dots
Flash Coverage 13.0m vs 12.0m
Sensor Pixel Area 18.54µmvs 15.28µm2
AE Bracketing Yes vs No
Flash Sync Port Yes vs No
Selfie Friendly LCD Yes vs No

Although the D3300 has more features, we can’t count the EOS 700D out just yet. The Canon T5i features an articulating screen (touch screen/flip out). And, the LCD screen has a somewhat higher resolution. That’s about as far as the advantages go. You can purchase the Canon Rebel EOS T5i on Amazon and also read customer reviews.

Thanks for reading this comparison article. For more, you can check out Canon T5 vs T5i – Difference Between Canon Rebel EOS T5 & T5i and Canon T5i vs T6i – Difference Between Canon Rebel EOS T5i & T6i. For more advanced cameras check out the Top Semi-Pro Canon DSLR Cameras and the Best Semi-Pro Nikon DSLR.

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