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Canon has been working on an EOS 90D for some time And now that the marketing materials for the model appear to have been released before the announcement, we're starting to get a better idea of how the model works. improvement compared to the previous one. EOS 80D. We say "start" because none of this information has been confirmed by Canon itself, so we'll have to wait for the official release to know for sure, though judging by the released technical data sheet and promotional video for the model, " We have to put our money on these points, which are actual details of what to expect So, from what we can tell now, here are all the major improvements the new model brought to the three-year-old EOS 80D.
Canon EOS 90D vs Canon EOS 80D: Resolution
(Image credit: Canon) This is the first time we've seen Canon using a 32.5MP APS-C sensor in such a camera. As has been said for a long time, the EOS 90D appears to use a new APS-C format sensor. of 32.5MP, which is significantly superior to the 24.2MP sensor of the EOS 80D. This gives the new model the potential to capture much more detail, although we don't yet know if the sensor will have an anti-aliasing filter. This is something that has been mounted to the sensor of the EOS 80D, although the EOS 90D specs we currently have don't mention it. Again, the sensor is sized for the standard 3:2 image format and preceded by a standard Bayer RGB color filter array.
Canon EOS 90D vs Canon EOS 80D: processor
(Image credit: Canon) Like other recent Canon models, the EOS 90D uses a DIGIC 8 engine.
The EOS 90D uses a DIGIC 8 processing engine, the same one featured on a number of recent Canon models including the EOS R, PowerShot G7 Mark III X and EOS Rebel SL3 / EOS 250D. This gives the camera superior performance to the EOS 80D, which used the old DIGIC 6 engine, which we'll take a look at individually below.
Canon EOS 90D vs Canon EOS 80D: 4K video
(Image credit: Canon) 4K video hits the double-digit EOS lineup for the first time on the EOS 90D So far, Canon has only equipped three of its DSLRs with 4K video recording, namely the EOS 5D Mark IV, the EOS 1D X Mark II and the latest EOS Rebel SL3 / EOS 250D, although it also integrated it into its mirrorless models the EOS M50 and EOS RP. The EOS 80D's best setting is Full HD support at 60 frames per second. However, now that we have a model as affordable as the EOS Rebel SL3/250D with 4K capabilities, it's no surprise that 4K is included here. The EOS 90D is capable of outputting 4K UHD footage at 30/25p, and the disclosed datasheet indicates that Full HD recording at 120p is also available.
Canon EOS 90D vs. Canon EOS 80D: Burst speed
The EOS 80D records images at a respectable 7 frames per second, but thanks to the extra processing power inside the EOS 90D, the new model speeds up to 10 frames per second faster when using the viewfinder. Based on the promo video, it appears that this 10fps mode also allows the user to follow subjects or keep focus on the one in the first image. The datasheet states that when using live view,
the maximum burst speed can reach 11 ips, always in One Shot or AI Servo mode.
Canon EOS 90D vs Canon EOS 80D: Multi-controller
(Image credit: Canon) It looks like the multi-controller found in many other EOS organizations is making its way to the EOS 90D. Manufacturers are releasing new cameras without this type of joystick control and as autofocus systems become more sophisticated, expected to be on all cameras, its capabilities now exceed simple focus point setting. The EOS 80D has lost this feature, but it looks like the EOS 90D will be equipped with it.
Canon EOS 90D vs Canon EOS 80D: metering sensor
(Image credit: Canon) New 220,000k sensor upgrades older 7,560-pixel alternative The EOS 90D appears to be Canon's first EOS DSLR to use a 220,000-pixel RGB+IR sensor. The datasheet explains in more detail that it takes readings from 216 zones to calculate a correct exposure, and that it also facilitates operations like autofocus tracking. This can be more accurate than the EOS 80D sensor, which uses 7.560 pixels and divides the scene into 63 segments to do the same. It's not quite as sophisticated as Canon, by the way: the EOS-1D X Mark II uses a 360,000-pixel RGB + IR sensor to do the same.
What has not changed?
Although it seems that we see a lot of news in the EOS 90D, a large part also seems to be shared between the two models, from the smart viewfinder with approx. 100% coverage and a 45-point all-in-one AF system up to a 3-inch vari-angle touchscreen with 1.04 million points. The camera also uses the same EF-S lens mount, which accepts both EF and EF-S lenses, which means there is one factor to consider. 1.6x framed. It also seems compatible with the same BG-E14 battery grip that works with the EOS 80D.
Canon EOS 90D vs Canon EOS 80D: face detection
(Image credit: Canon) Face detection...in the viewfinder?
Will the EOS 90D allow face detection when using the viewfinder? This isn't possible on the EOS 80D, but the video above seems to suggest that the new metering sensor makes it an option on the EOS 90D.
Canon EOS 90D vs Canon EOS 80D: eye detection autofocus
(Image credit: Canon) Although the EOS 45D's 90-point cross-type AF system appears to be the same as the 80D, continuous focus eye detection appears to be set up on the EOS 90D. This is an area that manufacturers are putting a lot of effort into right now. So, it's not a huge surprise to see that mentioned in the video.
Canon EOS 90D vs Canon EOS 80D: wireless connectivity
The EOS 80D has arrived with built-in Wi-Fi and NFC, allowing users to remotely control the camera and upload images and videos via a wireless connection. As expected, Wi-Fi seems to have been retained for the new model, which is now paired with Bluetooth, which the 80D EOS lacks. We can't be sure, but it appears that NFC has been removed from the EOS 90D because it doesn't appear anywhere in the disclosed datasheet. Such an approach is consistent with actions taken by other manufacturers such as Panasonic, which has abandoned it for newer models as well.
Canon EOS 90D vs Canon EOS 80D: battery life
(Image credit: Canon) 1300 shots on standard is very good for an EOS 90D class camera Although the EOS 90D and EOS 80D use the same LP-E6N battery, battery life has increased dramatically with the new model . While the EOS 80D can output roughly 960 images per charge, the promo video indicates that the EOS 90D can handle 1,300 frames per charge, which is, at least in part, one more processing engine. effective. How is compared? The camera's closest rival is probably the Nikon D7500, which promises 950 images per charge. Even the Nikon D500, which will probably cost a lot more than the EOS 90D, can only handle 1.240 shots. There's some confusion here though, as the datasheet states that the EOS 90D is capable of producing 1,860 images per charge. The video clearly shows that 1.300 correspond to the CIPA classification. So 1860 may only be possible using a power saving mode.
Canon EOS 90D vs Canon EOS 80D: build quality
(Image credit: Canon) The EOS 90D appears to have been designed with a dust and water resistant body. One thing that might not be so easy to appreciate is the build quality, especially the modifications Canon seems to have made to the newer model to ensure strength and better protection from the elements. The EOS 80D was designed with a polycarbonate resin case mixed with glass fibers, while the EOS 90D appears to use an aluminum alloy in addition to these. This is often used on models of this type and can offer better protection. The EOS 80D already offered resistance to dust and moisture. This seems to continue on the EOS 90D, partly due to the tightness of the areas around the battery compartment, lens mount and viewfinder, but also due to the use of high-precision part gaps between the components.
Canon EOS 90D vs Canon EOS 80D: UHS-II compliant
This is a detail we noticed in the leaked datasheet rather than in the video. The EOS 80D and EOS 90D accept the same types of SD cards, from the old vanilla SD types to today's SDHC and SDXC examples. However, one of the main advantages of the EOS 90D is that it supports the UHS-I and UHS-II formats of SDHC and SDXC cards, rather than the only UHS-I cards taken supported by the EOS 80D. This gives you a theoretical advantage regarding data transfer rates.
Canon EOS 90D vs Canon EOS 80D: weight
(Image credit: Canon) The EOS 80D appears to be the same size but slightly heavier than the EOS 90D There is virtually no difference in size between the two models, the EOS 80D measuring 139.0 x 105.2 x 78.5mm and the EOS 90D , depending on the leak, measures 140.7 x 104.8 x 76,8 mm. However, the EOS 90D is lighter. With its battery and memory card in place, the device weighs around 701g, against 730g for the EOS 80D.