Canon EOS 750D Review

Launched all the way back in early 2015 (an eon in camera-tech terms), the 750D is one of Canon’s ‘advanced beginner’ DSLRs. At the time of its launch, it sat above the most basic 1200D. Today it still sits above Canon’s more recently announced 2000D and 4000D. Those looking for the most recent model in this range need to check out the Canon EOS 800D.

If you’re on a strict budget, considering older models makes a lot of sense. For those seeking to buy their very first DSLR, the 750D and its 24.2-megapixel APS-C sensor is still a pretty attractive proposition. Right now, you can pick one up with a kit lens for just shy of £500. That’ll save you a good £200 off the more recent 800D.

But what are you sacrificing to save the cash? Unlike the 800D, the 750D lacks Dual Pixel CMOS AF, which improves autofocus speed accuracy in live view and video. The 750D’s autofocus is still solid, though, and some other handy features could make it a better option than some of Canon’s newer, cheaper DSLRs.

Canon EOS 750D: Design and Features

The Canon EOS 750D has the classic Canon DSLR look, with a chunky black body that most people will only be able to set apart from other entry-level Canon models by looking at the name badge. It’s practical, not a preener. Being a lower-end model, the Canon EOS 750D’s outer parts are polycarbonate rather than magnesium alloy, which is only found on more expensive models. It doesn’t feel ultra-high-end, then, but it’s still tough. There’s no creaking or warping of the parts that make up the Canon EOS 750D’s shell, and it has an aluminum skeleton underneath the plastic to help keep everything rigid. A slightly lower-end construction also keeps the camera light.

It feels nicely low-heft for a DSLR, despite its large hand grip. Full weatherproofing, though, is still reserved for Canon’s more expensive cameras. A light, polycarbonate body camera may become a disadvantage if you’re looking to mount giant fast lenses. But if you want to sample some of Canon’s cheaper high-quality options, such as the bargain 50mm f1.8 lens, they’ll suit the Canon EOS 750D perfectly. What’s rather more specific to the Canon EOS 750D is a very laid-back control style. It has just the single manual control wheel up on the top plate, and a very easy-to-reach mode dial.

By cutting down on the number of controls, Canon has been able to make the few that do feature very easy to access. This camera is easy to use and still gives you plenty of manual control if you’re after it. The mode dial features priority modes that let you control one main element, such as aperture or shutter speed, letting the camera sort out the rest to best suit that setting. We use these easy manual modes about 90% of the time.

Key Features

• 24.2 megapixel APS-C CMOS sensor
• Canon EF-S lens mount
• 3inch tilting vari-angle touch screen, 1040k dot resolution
• Optical viewfinder, 95% coverage
• Wi-Fi, NFC
• FullHD Video recording, stereo sound
• ISO100 to ISO25600 (ISO12800 max in video)
• 19 cross-type AF points (f/2.8 at center)
• HDR creation
• 5fps continuous shooting
• Canon EOS 750D Companion App

Canon EOS 750D: Screen and EVF

The Canon EOS 750D provides all the basics when it comes to previewing and reviewing your images. There’s a three-inch, vari-angle display on the back. Its panel is a 1.04-million-dot Clear View II LCD, with a 3:2 aspect to match the camera’s sensor. Touchscreen support means you can pick your focus point with a finger when using Live View too. Fitting in perfectly with the camera’s fairly easy style, the Canon EOS 750D screen tilts out and up/down to make seeing what you’re shooting when holding the camera above or below your head – or at any sort of odd angles – easy. It’s a smooth, high-quality vari-angle mechanism.

As is the case with many DSLRs, shooting via the screen in ‘Live View’ sees a reduction in autofocus speed. This shouldn’t be a problem if you’re shooting static objects, such as landscapes, but for slightly more erratic subjects, it’s best if you stick to the viewfinder for the fastest speeds. The newer Canon EOS 800D features Dual Pixel AF technology to make shooting via the screen quicker – but it’s also fair to say that most DSLR users stick with the viewfinder for the majority of shots anyway.

Speaking of the viewfinder, as is so often the way with cheaper models, it only offers 95% coverage of the scene, rather than 100%. That’s not uncommon at this price point, but it can mean that something creeps into the edges of your frame without you noticing.

Canon EOS 750D: Performance and AF

Cameras like the Canon EOS 750D are not intended to lure you in with flashy extras or to provide the sort of speed professional action shooters are after. Instead, you get the solid everyday speed that actually falls slightly below several rival CSCs at the price. The Digic 6 processor lets you shoot at 5fps, which has a bog-standard speed level for any self-respecting everyday DSLR. The 8-frame RAW file limit may not sound impressive, but being able to shoot up to 940 JPEGs in burst does.

The newer EOS 800D lets you shoot at 6fps – while that’s a slight improvement, it’s fair to say that neither camera is going to be top of the list for sports and action photographers. Shooting at 5fps should be usable for the odd (relatively) fast-moving subject.

Canon improved the AF system for the 750D when compared with its predecessor, the 700D. It has a 19-point on-sensor, with all-cross-type points, as well as the on-sensor phase detection pixels that are used when you’re in Live View mode. Focusing is generally pretty fast and accurate, covering the central portion of the scene, with seven columns of the focus points that thin out as you move from the center of the frame. There are five dead centers, spreading out to two rows (per side), or three points, then a single point at the extreme left and right sides.

The 800D sees some more improvements – notably a larger and wider spread of AF points, as well as the quicker Dual Pixel AF system for Live View. But the basic set-up of the 750D is likely to be good enough for the average beginner shooting most ordinary subjects.

Canon EOS 750D: Handling

The Additional buttons on the top of the camera give quicker access to settings, and the DISP button lets you switch off the rear display (although this isn’t available in live-view mode). The 700D had an eye detection sensor that would automatically switch off the screen when the camera was held up to your eye and this is missing from the 750D. There’s also a Wi-Fi logo and light to let you know when Wi-Fi is connected and active. 

The buttons on the back of the camera haven’t changed since the 700D.  The video mode is easy to access as it’s on the On/Off switch. The memory card compartment is also easy to access, as it’s on the side. On the other side are the external mic socket, remote, A/V out / Digital, HDMI, Flash button, and depth-of-field preview buttons. For additional controls, the Canon EOS 760D would be recommended, and the 760D features a top LCD screen, a locking mode dial (on the left), plus a scroll wheel on the back (that can be locked), making it easier to set manual controls such as aperture and shutter speed. 

The are 19 focus points, that are fairly central, and the focus system has an AF working range of -0.5 to 18 EV (at 23°C & ISO100). In live view the focus point can be set from a much wider area, using the touch-screen if you want. The optical viewfinder gives 95% coverage with 0.82x magnification, with Dioptre correction.

Menus

Canon has a logical and well-laid-out menu system, allowing you to change additional settings and options, and a large number of buttons on the camera mean you can change settings quickly without entering the menus. The menus are color-coded, with the shooting menus in red, playback menus in blue, setup in amber, and “my menu” in green. The “my menu” allows you to customize the options onto one page so that you can quickly access your favorite settings. The menu system is easy to use and can be navigated easily and quickly using the touch screen. The menus also feature built-in help, and quicker access to options can be found by using the Q button on the back and then set options on the rear screen.

Wi-Fi Features

Using Canon Camera Connect you can quickly and easily set up a connection to your smartphone or tablet. Built-in NFC can be used with a smartphone or tablet with NFC, and this makes it easy to set up the connection by simply touching the two devices together. Remote shooting lets you set a number of camera settings, and images on the camera let you transfer photos to your device. You can also set the camera’s time based on your smartphone or tablet’s time.

Battery Life

The Canon EOS 750D is introduced with a new battery, the LP-E17, so the camera will not accept the same battery as that found in the 700D (the LP-E8). Battery life is rated at 440 shots according to Canon / CIPA test results, which is the same as the 700D it replaces, and is better than most mirrorless cameras, but much less than the 820 shots offered by the D5500.

Speed

We took a number of shots to test the camera’s responsiveness, from switching on to the first photo, shot to shot, focusing speed, etc. We take a number of shots and then use the average to ensure accurate and consistent tests, making it easy to compare with other cameras.

Focus and shutter response are both very quick, and live view focus is also very quick, which is an impressive improvement over the 700D. The camera will shoot at 5fps when shooting JPEG or raw images, with the number of images possible depending on the speed of the card used when shooting JPEG, and 6-8 shots when shooting raw. Continuous shooting is slightly slower at 4.8fps with lens distortion correction switched on. 

Canon EOS 750D Specifications

Canon EOS 750D Sample Photos

Canon EOS 750D Verdict

Canon has finally caught up to the competition by offering an APS-C sensor camera with a 24-megapixel CMOS sensor. If you already have a Canon EOS xxD camera of a lower resolution and want higher image quality with better detail, then the Canon EOS 750D is worth investing in, especially if you already have Canon lenses. There are additional focus points, with 19 instead of 9 and the live view focusing has been significantly improved. With built-in Wi-Fi and NFC the camera can now be remotely controlled and sending images to a compatible smartphone or tablet is very easy. 

Pros

• Good noise performance up to ISO3200/6400
• 24-megapixel sensor with low noise
• 3inch vari-angle touch-screen
• Impressively quick live view focus (benefits video also)
• Wi-Fi and NFC built-in 
• Excellent image quality
• Excellent color reproduction
• Excellent touch screen
• Q. button gives quick access to settings

Cons

• Lens aberration correction slows continuous shooting slightly
• Does not feature AF micro adjustment
• 760D isn’t much more and offers more controls

Overall Ratings

Canon EOS 750D Price in Nepal

If You want to purchase Canon 750D on its official site anywhere in Nepal, you can get exciting discounts. The official price of Canon 750D in Nepal is Rs. 78,990 for its body only and Rs. 84,500 for the body and (18-55mm) Nano Lens.