Comparison of the mid-range DSLR cameras with APS-c sized image sensors, here is a side by side table of the Canon EOS 80D vs Nikon D500.
The Canon EOS 80D features a 24.2 megapixel CMOS sensor and DIGIC 6 processor, alongside a new 45 all cross-type point AF system, native ISO 100-16,000 range, expandable to ISO 25,600, and fast responsive 7fps shooting rate. Video recording is offered at an improved 1080/60p.
Nikon D500 camera features a 20.9-megapixel APS-C sensor that’s coupled with the new Expeed 5 image processor found in the D5. It also has the same 153-point AF system with 99 cross-type sensor and can able to shoot continuously at 10 fps with a 200 shot buffer for Raw images.
Comparison of Canon EOS 80D vs Nikon D500 Specifications
Below you can see the specifications comparison table of Canon EOS 80D vs Nikon D500 cameras. Some differences like sensor, image size, shooting speed, lcd size etc.. detailed as bold on the table.
| Feature | Canon 80D | Nikon D500 |
|---|---|---|
| Effective Megapixels | 24.2-Megapixels | 20.9-Megapixels |
| Sensor type / size | APS-C – 22.5 x 15 mm | APS-C – 22.5 x 15 mm |
| Low pass filter | Yes | No |
| Image processor | DIGIC 6 | EXPEED 5 |
| Image Stabilization | No | No |
| AF system | 45 points (all points cross type) | 153-point, 99 cross-type AF system |
| ISO | 100-25600 | 100-51,200 |
| Max shutter speed | 30 – 1/8000 | 30 – 1/8000 |
| Continuous shooting speed | 7fps | 10 fps |
| Video | 1920 x 1080p at 60fps |
3,840×2,160 (4K) up to 30p |
| Display | 3″ Fully Articulated Screen – 1.040k dots | 3.2″ diagonal TFT touch-sensitive LCD with 170° viewing angle – 2,359,000 dots |
| Viewfinder | Optical | Optical |
| Hot shoe | Yes | Yes |
| Wireless | Wi-Fi, NFC. Remote shooting | Wi-Fi, NFC, Bluetooth |
| Battery life | 960 shots | 1,240 shots |
| Dimensions | 139.0 x 105.2 x 78.5mm | 147 x 115 x 81mm |
| Weight | 730g | 760g |
| Price | $1,199 | $1,999 |
Shouldn’t this comparison be two: 80D versus D7200 and 7D MkII versus D500?
Sure, this one is for new buyers to see the $800 price difference at a glance from the specs table.
The timing of the introductions is a bit confusing.