• 35mm 861.6mm2
  • 24.3 megapixels
  • ISO 100 - 12,800
  • APS-C 332.3mm2
  • 24.1 megapixels
  • ISO 100 - 25,600

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Differences

Nikon D750 advantages over Canon T8i

  • Larger sensor
    35mm vs APS-C
    More sensor area. Bigger is (generally) better.
  • Bigger pixels
    ~ 5.97 vs 3.72 microns
    Better low-light and dynamic range (all else equal)
  • More telephoto lens reach
    120 mm vs 88 mm
    Capture objects farther away with the kit lens
  • Top deck display
    Yes vs No
    Check settings with a screen on top of the camera
  • Pentaprism viewfinder
    Pentaprism vs Pentamirror
    Much better viewfinder picture fidelity
  • Dual card slots
    Yes vs No
    Gives you more storage flexibility
  • Headphone jack
    Yes vs No
    Monitor audio recording while you shoot video
  • Wider angle kit lens
    24 mm vs 29 mm
    Capture more of the scene with the included lens

Canon T8i advantages over Nikon D750

  • Less expensive
    $899 vs $2200
    Save money for lenses or accessories
  • Tilt-swivel screen
    Tilt-swivel vs tilt-only
    Tilt and swivel the screen for maximum shooting flexibility
  • Focus peaking
    Peaker vs Non-peaker
    Your camera will highlight what's in focus
  • Shoot 4K video
    4K (UHD) vs 1080p
    Make sure you have a fast computer
  • Touchscreen
    Touch vs No touch
    Interact with your camera just like your smartphone
  • Built-in Bluetooth
    Yes vs No
    Always-on wireless connectivity
  • On-sensor phase detect
    Yes vs No
    Usually improves live view and video AF performance
  • More cross-type AF points
    45 vs 15
    Cross-type AF points improve autofocus performance

Similarities

Common Strengths

  • Eye-level viewfinder
    Both provide
    You'll be able to frame photos even when the sun is out
  • Built-in Wi-Fi
    Both provide
    Share your photos wirelessly
  • Internal flash
    Both provide
    Useful in a pinch for fill flash
  • External Mic Jack
    Both provide
    Improved sound fidelity when shooting video
  • HDMI out
    Both provide
    Use HDMI output to monitor or review video
  • Hot shoe
    Both provide
    Off-camera flashes open new possibilities
  • Bulb shutter
    Both provide
    Hold the shutter open manually for long exposures

Common Weaknesses

  • In-Camera Image Stabilization
    Neither provide
    Reduces the effects of camera shake at slower shutter speeds
  • In-camera panoramas
    Neither provide
    Stitches multiple shots into a panoramic photo
  • NFC
    Neither provide
    Simplifies pairing your camera with supported phones
  • Built-in GPS
    Neither provide
    Geotag your photos
  • Slow-motion videos
    Neither provide
    Shoot slow-motion videos

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Review Excerpt

  • Outstanding image quality with great dynamic range and high ISO performance; Class-leading burst rate; Very good 51-pt AF system; AF system works in very low light; Deep, comfortable handgrip; Articulated LCD monitor; Excellent battery life; Uncompressed 4:2:2 HDMI video output; Built-in Wi-Fi.

  • Buffer fills quickly with 14-bit RAW; Sluggish Live View AF; Shutter speed tops out at 1/4000s; OVF coverage closer to 97%; Weak low-pass filter is great for detail but higher risk of moire.

  • Read our Nikon D750 Review

The Competition

Compared to Nikon D600

Nikon D750
Nikon D600
  • $1700
  • 35mm
  • Tiltable Screen
  • Built-in Wi-Fi
  • $1900
  • 35mm
  • Fast startup

Compare Nikon D750 vs Nikon D600

Canon T8i
Nikon D600
  • $749
  • APS-C
  • Tilt-swivel screen
  • Focus peaking
  • $1900
  • 35mm
  • Larger sensor
  • Bigger pixels

Compare Canon T8i vs Nikon D600

Compared to Canon 6D

Nikon D750
Canon 6D
  • $1700
  • 35mm
  • Tiltable Screen
  • Higher effective ISO
  • $1499
  • 35mm
  • Less expensive
  • Built-in GPS

Compare Nikon D750 vs Canon 6D

Canon T8i
Canon 6D
  • $749
  • APS-C
  • Less expensive
  • Tilt-swivel screen
  • $1499
  • 35mm
  • Larger sensor
  • Bigger pixels

Compare Canon T8i vs Canon 6D

Compared to Nikon D610

Nikon D750
Nikon D610
  • $1700
  • 35mm
  • Tiltable Screen
  • Built-in Wi-Fi
  • $1196
  • 35mm
  • Fast startup

Compare Nikon D750 vs Nikon D610

Canon T8i
Nikon D610
  • $749
  • APS-C
  • Focus peaking
  • Less expensive
  • $1196
  • 35mm
  • Larger sensor
  • Bigger pixels

Compare Canon T8i vs Nikon D610

Compared to Canon 1DX Mark II

Nikon D750
Canon 1DX Mark II
  • $1700
  • 35mm
  • Less expensive
  • Tiltable Screen
  • $2999
  • 35mm
  • Shoot 4K video
  • Touchscreen

Compare Nikon D750 vs Canon 1DX Mark II

Canon T8i
Canon 1DX Mark II
  • $749
  • APS-C
  • Less expensive
  • Tilt-swivel screen
  • $2999
  • 35mm
  • Larger sensor
  • Bigger pixels

Compare Canon T8i vs Canon 1DX Mark II

Compared to Canon 6D Mark II

Nikon D750
Canon 6D Mark II
  • $1700
  • 35mm
  • More dynamic range
  • Internal flash
  • $1332
  • 35mm
  • Less expensive
  • Tilt-swivel screen

Compare Nikon D750 vs Canon 6D Mark II

Canon T8i
Canon 6D Mark II
  • $749
  • APS-C
  • Less expensive
  • Focus peaking
  • $1332
  • 35mm
  • Larger sensor
  • Bigger pixels

Compare Canon T8i vs Canon 6D Mark II

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