Canon EOS Rebel T6i / EOS 750D Review

The Canon EOS Rebel T6i DSLR Camera has a high-resolution 24.2-megapixel CMOS sensor and the DIGIC 6 Image Processor in a small and portable package. It also offers a flexible standard telephoto zoom lens that can be used for both stills and video capture.

Because of its ISO performance of up to 12,800, which can be increased to 25,600, this system can shoot in a broad range of circumstances, from bright sunshine to dim interior settings.

As well as Wi-Fi and NFC connection, the APS-C camera features a built-in mobile app, enabling the wireless transfer of photographs and video to social networks and cloud storage via the Camera Connect smartphone application. In addition, NFC allows for quick connection to mobile devices and the CS100 Connect Station, which is a great feature.

Featuring Wi-Fi and NFC (Near Field Communication) technology, the OS Rebel T6i / EOS 750D is the first Canon DSLR to do so. It can then be remotely controlled, and images shared with a smartphone or tablet, marking a first for Canon DSLRs. Furthermore, by just pressing the NFC logos of two cameras together, it is possible to link the cameras and send photographs wirelessly.

With a 3.0-inch 1,040,000-dot Clear View II TFT screen and touch-sensitive operation, the OS Rebel T6i / EOS 750D is similar in appearance to the previous Rebel T5i / 700D. It also features an aspect ratio of 3:2 to match the uncropped ratio of the image sensor. The vari-angle hinge on the side of the body allows it to be put in various orientations, which is helpful whether shooting low to the ground or from above.

When shooting through the viewfinder, a 19-point phase-detect AF system is in operation. In a 19-point AF mode, the AF point selection can be left to the camera’s discretion, or it can be made manually in Single-point AF or Zone AF mode, depending on the situation. In Zone AF mode, you may choose from one of five groups of points for selection, but in Single point mode, you can choose from any of the 19 possible points.

When shooting in Live View, the Rebel T6i / 750D can take advantage of Canon’s Hybrid CMOS AF III system (which includes Face detection, Tracking AF, FlexiZone-Multi, and FlexiZone-Single modes, and more). A more advanced version of the Hybrid CMOS AF II technology featured in the Canon EOS Rebel SL1 and EOS 100D, it has a more significant number of focusing pixels grouped in a more regular array than in previous models. It is also faster. According to Canon, it is four times quicker than version II and two generations ahead of the original Hybrid CMOS AF technology in the Rebel T5i DSLR camera.

The EOS Rebel T6i / EOS 750D, in contrast to the Rebel T6s / 760D, does not feature a Servo autofocus option in Live View mode, which means that focus cannot be adjusted continuously. At the same time, the shutter release is held down, and the distance between the subject and the camera changes. However, ine Live View part of the main menu has an option for Continuous AF, which is helpful. When this feature is enabled, the focus is changed slowly, even when the shutter release button is not depressed. It is intended for usage in video mode as well as for pre-focusing while taking still photographs.

Build and handling

The aluminum alloy and polycarbonate resin chassis of the EOS Rebel T6i / EOS 750D and glass fiber provide a rather sturdy feel for an entry-level DSLR. It is reassuring that it does not creak even when the handle is securely clutched. Tactile textures on the deep grip on the front and a little thumb bridge on the rear make the camera feel comfortable and secure in your hands.

Canon’s EOS Rebel T6i / Canon EOS 750D features a Quick menu, accessed by pressing the Q button on the camera’s control panel, similar to other Canon DSLRs. This provides a quick access point to some of the essential elements for customization.

Adjustments to the settings may be accomplished with the help of the physical buttons and knobs and by touching the screen. Those unfamiliar with a touchscreen camera may discover that they begin by utilizing the buttons and knobs but eventually transition to the touchscreen because of its intuitive nature.

Performance

The EOS Rebel T6i / EOS 750D can also shoot continuously at up to 5 frames per second. This may not appear particularly impressive by today’s standards, yet it is beneficial when shooting sports. Additionally, the burst depth has been raised from the Rebel T5i / 700D’s 30 JPEGs or six raw files to a massive 940 Large/Fine JPEGs or eight raw files, a significant improvement.

While the viewfinder is used, a dedicated 7,560-pixel RGB and Infra-Red (IR) sensor are provided for assessing exposure when the camera is in manual mode. In the same way as the T5i’s iFCL metering system, these pixels are divided into 63 segments (9×7). They may be metered with the standard options of Evaluative, Centre-weighted, Partial, and Spot metering.

However, the partial (6.0 percent of the viewfinder) and Spot (3.5 percent of the viewfinder) coverage is a bit more precise than in the T5i / 700D (9 percent and 4 percent, respectively). Each pixel on the sensor has its own RGB-IR filter and is read independently of the rest of the sensor.

Image Quality

The photo and video quality of the T6i is satisfactory in excellent light. Admittedly, they are not the finest in their class, but unless you compare them side by side, it is unlikely that you will notice that they are not as sharp or that there is less detail in the highlights and shadows.

Tonal range, not noise, is the T6i’s most significant problem regarding sound quality. When shooting in JPEG mode on the T6i, the noise reduction jumps between ISO 800 and ISO 1600, which is the point at which you may begin to observe color noise and smoothness. Noise always grows when ISO sensitivity is increased.

You can probably use the photographs through the ISO 25600 extended level, but this will depend on the lighting, the scene, and how large you wish to display them.

As the exposure decreases, however, the more significant issue is that the blacks lose their detail completely. Because the default Auto Picture Style boosts contrast quite a bit, the shadows clip to black in low-light JPEGs. However, even in the raw files, not much detail is captured there compared to other cameras like the Nikon D5500.

Several consumer cameras display a non-neutral automatic white balance. The T6i is not an exception; it has a somewhat purple bias, resulting in some color shifts in reds and oranges. However, this does have the advantage that photographs taken in low light do not have as strong a yellow cast as those born in other lighting conditions.

The video suffers from the same problems as the still image, notably a color cast and a narrow tonal range. Besides that, it appears to be in quite anively excellent shape, adequate for recording family vacations. There is some Jell-O present if you shake it even slightly (which is normal), but other than that, there are no apparent artifacts.

Canon EOS Rebel T6i Specifications

Body type	Compact SLR
Body material	Aluminum alloy chassis, composite exterior
Sensor
Max resolution	6000 x 4000
Image ratio w:h	1:1, 4:3, 3:2, 16:9
Effective pixels	24 megapixels
Sensor photo detectors	25 megapixels
Sensor size	APS-C (22.3 x 14.9 mm)
Sensor type	CMOS
Processor	DIGIC 6
Color space	sRGB, Adobe RGB
Color filter array	Primary color filter
Image
ISO	Auto, 100-12800 (expandable to 25600)
Boosted ISO (maximum)	25600
White balance presets	8
Custom white balance	Yes
Image stabilization	No
Uncompressed format	RAW
JPEG quality levels	Fine, normal
File format	JPEG (Exif v2.3, DPOF v2.0)Raw (Canon CR2)
Optics & Focus
Autofocus	Contrast Detect (sensor)Phase DetectMulti-areaCenterSelective single-pointTrackingSingleContinuousTouchFace DetectionLive View.
Autofocus assist lamp	Yes (via flash)
Manual focus	Yes
Number of focus points	19
Lens mount	Canon EF/EF-S
Focal length multiplier	1.6×
Screen/viewfinder
Articulated LCD	Fully articulated
Screen size	3″
Screen dots	1,040,000
Touch screen	Yes
Screen type	TFT-LCD
Live view	Yes
Viewfinder type	Optical (pentamirror)
Viewfinder coverage	95%
Viewfinder magnification	0.82× (0.51× 35mm equiv.)
Photography features
Minimum shutter speed	30 sec
Maximum shutter speed	1/4000 sec
Exposure modes	ProgramShutter priorityAperture priorityManualScene Intelligent Auto
Scene modes	PortraitLandscapeClose-upSportsKidsFoodCandlelightNight portraitHandheld night sceneHDR backlight control
Built-in flash	Yes
Flash Range	12.00 m (at ISO 100)
External flash	Yes (via hot shoe)
Flash X sync speed	1/200 sec
Drive modes	SingleContinuousSilent single shot silent continuously-timerContinuous after self-timer
Continuous drive	5.0 fps
Self-timer	Yes (2 or 10 secs)
Metering modes	MultiCenter-weightedSpotPartial
Exposure compensation	±5 (at 1/3 EV, 1/2 EV steps)
AE Bracketing	±2 (3 frames at 1/3 EV, 1/2 EV steps)
WB Bracketing	Yes
Videography features
Resolutions	1920 x 1080 (30p, 25p, 24p), 1280 x 720 (60p, 50p), 640 x 480 (30p, 25p)
Format	MPEG-4, H.264
Videography notes	Choice of compression (standard, lightweight)
Microphone	Stereo
Speaker	Mono
Storage
Storage types	SD/SDHC/SDXC (UHS-I compatible)
Connectivity
USB	USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec)
HDMI	Yes (mini-HDMI)
Microphone port	Yes
Headphone port	No
Wireless	Built-In
Wireless notes	802.11b/g/n with NFC
Remote control	Yes (wired or via smartphone)
Physical
Environmentally sealed	No
Battery	Battery Pack
Battery description	LP-E17 lithium-ion battery @ charger
Battery Life (CIPA)	440
Weight (inc. batteries)	555 g (1.22 lb / 19.58 oz)
Dimensions	132 x 101 x 78 mm (5.2 x 3.98 x 3.07″)
Other features
Orientation sensor	Yes
GPS	None

Verdict

The Canon EOS Rebel T6i / EOS 750D can trace its lineage back to the beginnings of digital photography, which shows in its performance. The Canon EOS Rebel T6i / EOS 750D is a highly polished and well-thought-out camera that is an excellent introduction to DSLR photography for individuals wishing to leap from a compact or smartphone to a full-frame camera.

Extremely pleasant to hold and operate, the controls are easily accessible, and the touchscreen has been well handled, allowing you to navigate through menus and make setting adjustments with only a few touches. To be able to pinch-zoom into photographs to assess sharpness is also really convenient.

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