The Canon EOS 700D (also known as the Rebel T5i or Kiss X7i) is an 18-megapixel APS-C DSLR with a vari-angle touchscreen, Full HD 1080p video at up to 60fps, a DIGIC 5 processor, 9-point autofocus, and a 22.3 x 14.9 mm CMOS sensor โ a capable, versatile camera body that fits the Canon EF mount ecosystem.
Key Specifications
- Sensor: 18MP APS-C CMOS, 22.3 x 14.9 mm, 1.6x crop factor
- Processor: DIGIC 5
- Autofocus: 9-point AF system
- ISO Range: ISO 100โ12,800 (expandable to 25,600)
- Burst Speed: Up to 5 fps continuous shooting
- Video: Full HD 1920ร1080 at up to 60fps, with external microphone jack
- Screen: 3-inch vari-angle touchscreen LCD, 1,040,000 dots
- Viewfinder: Optical, 95% coverage, 0.53x magnification
- Lens Mount: Canon EF lenses (EF and EF-S compatible)
- Battery Life: ~440 shots per charge (LP-E8)
- Weight: 580 g body only
- Storage: Single SD/UHS-I card slot
What makes the Canon EOS 700D special?
The Canon EOS 700D sits in a well-defined spot in DSLR history. It improved on the Canon 650D mainly through a refined touchscreen interface and a revised shutter mechanism rated to 100,000 actuations โ solid durability for a camera in this class. The vari-angle touchscreen is a genuine standout: you can tilt, flip and shoot from low or high angles while still using touch-to-focus, something the Canon 70D also offers but in a heavier body.
Compared to the Canon 750D, the 700D has a 9-point AF system versus the 750D's 19-point AF and slightly improved metering, but it shares the same sensor resolution and produces essentially identical image quality in real-world shooting. The DXOMark score of 61 with 21.7 bits of colour depth and 11.2 EV of dynamic range reflects a sensor that holds up well for everyday photography and video work.
Where the 700D genuinely shines is video. Full HD at up to 60fps, a 3.5mm microphone input, HDMI output, and Hybrid AF for smoother autofocus during video recording make it a popular choice for beginner filmmakers and content creators. The Canon 70D added Dual Pixel AF for even smoother video tracking, but that comes at a significant price premium on the used market.
The Canon 1200D and Canon 4000D are cheaper alternatives, but both lack the vari-angle screen and the external microphone jack โ two features that matter a lot for vlogging and video work. The 700D hits a practical combination of usability, image quality, and build quality that keeps it relevant.
Who is the Canon EOS 700D for?
The Canon EOS 700D is one of the most beginner-friendly Canon EF cameras.
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