Upon first glance, the obvious differences between the more recent Canon EOS 77D and the Canon EOS 80D may be very little. But is this really the case when you look at the different elements of the cameras? To help everyone figure it out, we took a dive deep and look at some of the differences between these two DSLR cameras.
Summary
Below find a summary table of the various differences between the two models. Below you can read a fuller explanation for each:
| Canon EOS 80D | Canon EOS 77D | |
| Sensor | APS-C | APS-C |
| Connectivity | NFC + Wifi | NFC + Wifi + Bluetooth |
| Battery Life | 960 shots | 600 shots |
| Focus Points | 9 | 11 |
| Video FPS | 60 | 60 |
| Camera Shots per Second | 7 | 6 |
| Weight | 730 grams | 540 grams |
| Weather Sealing | Yes | No |
| Price* |
Image Quality
Both the Canon 77D vs. 80D are equipped with a 24.2MP APS-C CMOS sensor and face-detect pixels included as part of their design which means that they can provide users with Canon’s famous Dual Pixel CMOS autofocus system for video focusing and live view mode even though they share the 45-point autofocus system when users are utilizing the viewfinder.
Nevertheless, the image quality is completely different as the cameras utilize different processors. The newer Canon 77D applies an updated DIGIC 7 engine processor that works together with its sensor to deliver the outcome while the older Canon 80D utilizes Canon’s DIGIC 6 processor. According to Canon, the changes in processor have improved several functionalities of the EOS 77D, which apparently can track subjects better and has become quieter at higher ISOs.
The ISO settings of the cameras are also different thanks to the change in processors with the Canon 80D spanning a native range of between ISO 100-12,800 and ISO 25,600 while the Canon 77D spans the standard range of ISO 100-25,600 with an additional ISO 51,200-equivalent setting.
Winner: Canon EOS 77D
Video Quality
Even though there are slight differences in the video quality of the two cameras, the cameras play on an almost level playing field as far as video specifications are concerned. Both cameras function with image stabilization systems that are lens-based and have the ability to capture full high definition videos up to sixty frames per second.
The image stabilization systems maintain the steadiness of videos (without ncessarily needing a steadicam/gimbal) and help keep photos crisp and sharp. However, the Canon 77D also has a five-axis digital IS system that compliments the lens-based image stabilization, particularly if a lens that lacks stabilization is used. To aid with capturing exceptional video quality, the Canon 77D has a microphone port while the 80D has both microphone and headphone sockets.
Winner (it was close): Canon EOS 77D
Design and Ergonomics
Dimensions and Weight
The dimensions of the two cameras vary with the Canon 77D being the smaller of the two cameras measuring 131.0×99.9×76.2mm a couple of millimeters smaller than the Canon 80D which measures at 139×105.2×78.5mm. The Canon 80D, which is the larger of the two cameras happens to also be the heaviest weight at 730 grams when it is fully loaded with its battery and card. The EOS 77D, on the other hand, weight just slightly over half a kilo at 540 grams.
Accessibility
The designs of the two cameras also vary in several ways. For example, the back of the EOS 77D gives users access to certain functions such as picture style, white balance, amongst others. It also has a quick control dial around it that helps navigate the different camera settings. The difference in the design of the cameras back becomes even more evident when the cameras are placed side by side as the EOS 80D maintains the design template of previous double-digit Canon EOS models that did not have markings on the menu pad.
A major difference between the two cameras would have to be on the cameras top plate. Despite both cameras having top-plate LCD displays, the display of the EOS 80D is much larger than that of the 77D which still manages to show quite a lot of information such as top-plate illuminator, ISO and autofocus area selector options showing albeit with an overcrowded appearance
Weather Sealing
Unlike the EOS 80D which offers weather sealing, the EOS 77D surprisingly lacks the weather sealing cap that protects it from external elements such as dust and rain.
Winner: Canon EOS 80D
Battery Life
The difference between a lot of the elements we have discussed above are quite small, but the one feature where these two cameras are nothing alike would be the batteries. The Canon 77D is can handle up to 600 shots per charge, unlike the Canon 80D which can handle a whopping 960 shots per charge.
Winner: Canon EOS 80D
Shutter Speed
The shutter speeds also vary with the EOS 80D offering better maximum shutter speeds of 1/8000 seconds in comparison to 1/4000 seconds of the Canon 77D. Additionally, the flash sync speed of the Canon 77D is much lower than that of the 80D at 1/200 seconds and 1/250 seconds, respectively.
Burst Speed
The burst speed offered by the Canon 77D is also slower at six frames per second compared to seven frames per second and even though the likelihood that the Canon 77D can continue shooting images until the card is full which can’t be said for the Canon 80D that only manages 110 frames.
Even when shooting RAW images, the Canon 77D manages 27 frames at the exact speeds while the 80D manages 25 frames.
Other Features
Other benefits of the Canon 80D include its pentaprism viewfinder that has an approximated frame coverage of almost 100% and 0.9x magnification compared to the 0.82x magnification and 95% coverage of the 77D.
The Canon 80D, however, lack an eye sensor which the 77D is equipped with.
Finally, both cameras have both NFC and Wi-Fi connectivity options, but the Canon 77D one-ups the 80D with the addition of inbuilt Bluetooth.
Conclusion
Individuals who enjoy the outdoors and are into action and sports photography will find the Canon EOS 80D to be quite appealing thanks to its weather-resistant design, better viewfinder, faster burst rate, and sturdier battery life. Shooting in brighter sunlight also becomes easier if the Canon 80D is being used with a wider-aperture lens thanks to its high maximum shutter speeds.
Nonetheless, the Canon 77D[/url] has numerous benefits such as the new and improved processor, lighter weight design, broader ISO range and small size. Most people may find the Canon 77D to be quite appealing, but when all is said and done, this choice comes down to a user’s preferences and needs.
