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Canon · 2016 · DSLR · Canon EF / EF-S

Canon EOS 80D

A solid sealed APS-C DSLR with a flip screen and huge EF lens choice.

APS-COlder modelBudgetBeginner-friendlySports & action
New ≈No longer sold new
Used at MPB*£444–524
See used stock at MPB ↗Lenses for this camera

Overview

The Canon EOS 80D is a 2016 APS-C 24.2MP DSLR on the Canon EF / EF-S mount. It shoots up to 7 frames per second, records 1080p 60p video, and it's weather sealed. A solid sealed APS-C DSLR with a flip screen and huge EF lens choice.

It's best suited to sports & action, and it's an easy camera to learn on. In our database, 24 lenses fit it natively (14 from third-party makers such as Samyang, Sigma, Tamron).

Used at MPB it currently sells for £444 to £524 depending on condition, and it's no longer sold new.

Key specifications

Released2016
TypeDSLR
SensorAPS-C (23.5×15.6mm, 1.5× crop)
Resolution24.2 megapixels
Max burst7 fps
Sensor readoutMechanical shutter (DSLR)
Max ISO16,000
Low-light score2.75/5
StabilisationLens only
ViewfinderOptical
Video1080p 60p
Weather sealedYes
Weight730 g with battery
MountCanon EF / EF-S
Strengths
  • APS-C sensor: about 1.6× extra reach from every lens
  • Weather sealing for rain and dust
  • Optical viewfinder with zero lag and long battery life
  • Strong value used, from £444
Things to consider
  • No in-body stabilisation: use stabilised lenses or faster shutter speeds
  • DSLR: no subject-detection autofocus through the viewfinder, and lens development has stopped
  • Older autofocus generation; check shutter count and battery health when buying used

Compatible lenses

24 native in our database

LensFitFocalApertureWeightNew ≈Used (MPB)
Canon EF 50mm f/1.8 STM
Portraits · Everyday & travel
Native
First-party
50mmf/1.8160g£129£77–101
Canon EF-S 24mm f/2.8 STM
Everyday & travel · Vlogging & video
Native
First-party
24mmf/2.8125g£149£98–115
Canon EF-S 10-18mm f/4.5-5.6 IS STM
Landscape · Vlogging & video
Native
First-party
10-18mmf/4.5-5.6240g£229£38–112
Samyang 14mm f/2.8 ED AS IF UMC (manual)
Astrophotography · Landscape
Native
Third-party (manual focus)
14mmf/2.8552g£299£159–199
Canon EF 85mm f/1.8 USM
Portraits
Native
First-party
85mmf/1.8425g£349£108–199
Sigma 17-50mm f/2.8 EX DC OS HSM
Everyday & travel
Native
Third-party
17-50mmf/2.8565g£349£199–264
Tokina atx-i 11-16mm f/2.8 CF
Landscape · Astrophotography
Native
Third-party
11-16mmf/2.8555g£399£174–239
Canon EF-S 18-135mm f/3.5-5.6 IS USM
Everyday & travel
Native
First-party
18-135mmf/3.5-5.6388g£449£149–204
Tamron 18-400mm f/3.5-6.3 Di II VC HLD
Everyday & travel · Wildlife & animals
Native
Third-party
18-400mmf/3.5-6.3710g£599£454–709
Sigma 18-35mm f/1.8 DC HSM Art
Everyday & travel · Portraits · Vlogging & video
Native
Third-party
18-35mmf/1.8810g£649£334–459
Sigma 35mm f/1.4 DG HSM Art
Everyday & travel · Portraits · Astrophotography
Native
Third-party
35mmf/1.4665g£699£75–324
Sigma 50mm f/1.4 DG HSM Art
Portraits
Native
Third-party
50mmf/1.4815g£749£334–499
Sigma 100-400mm f/5-6.3 DG OS HSM Contemporary
Wildlife & animals · Sports & action
Native
Third-party
100-400mmf/5-6.31160g£799£434–754
Canon EF 16-35mm f/4L IS USM
Landscape
Native
First-party
16-35mmf/4615g£899£289–429
Sigma 150-600mm f/5-6.3 DG OS HSM Contemporary
Wildlife & animals
Native
Third-party
150-600mmf/5-6.31930g£899£559–854
Canon EF 24-105mm f/4L IS II USM
Everyday & travel
Native
First-party
24-105mmf/4795g£999£259–689
Sigma 24-70mm f/2.8 DG OS HSM Art
Everyday & travel · Portraits
Native
Third-party
24-70mmf/2.81020g£1,099£304–979
Sigma 85mm f/1.4 DG HSM Art
Portraits
Native
Third-party
85mmf/1.41130g£1,099£509–704
Tamron SP 24-70mm f/2.8 Di VC USD G2
Everyday & travel · Portraits
Native
Third-party
24-70mmf/2.8905g£1,099£319–614
Canon EF 70-200mm f/4L IS II USM
Sports & action
Native
First-party
70-200mmf/4780g£1,149£729–819
Tamron SP 150-600mm f/5-6.3 Di VC USD G2
Wildlife & animals · Sports & action
Native
Third-party
150-600mmf/5-6.32010g£1,199£679–924
Sigma 14-24mm f/2.8 DG HSM Art
Astrophotography · Landscape
Native
Third-party
14-24mmf/2.81150g£1,299£824
Canon EF 100-400mm f/4.5-5.6L IS II USM
Wildlife & animals · Sports & action
Native
First-party
100-400mmf/4.5-5.61570g£1,899£689–1,399
Canon EF 70-200mm f/2.8L IS III USM
Sports & action · Portraits
Native
First-party
70-200mmf/2.81480g£2,199£954–1,239

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Batteries and memory cards

Battery

Canon LP-E6NH

Canon's long-running full-frame/enthusiast battery. Older LP-E6N and LP-E6 also fit most bodies, with reduced performance on some. Third-party: SmallRig USB-C version £31.90. Carry at least one spare.

Card slots

SD (UHS-I)

A V30 UHS-I SD card is all this camera can use; faster UHS-II cards work but won't speed it up.

Batteries, cards and accessories explained →

How the EOS 80D compares

Where to buy

*Used prices on this site come from MPB on 5 November 2026. MPB only lists what it has bought in, so "None listed" means none in their stock that day, not that Canon EOS 80D is hard to find. Check these trusted UK dealers too.

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Frequently asked questions

Is the Canon EOS 80D good for sports & action?

Yes. APS-C sensor: about 1.6× extra reach from every lens. Weather sealing for rain and dust. Pair it with a 70–200mm-equivalent zoom; f/2.8 for indoor or floodlit games.

What lenses fit the Canon EOS 80D?

It uses the Canon EF / EF-S mount. 24 lenses in our database fit natively, including 14 third-party options.

How much is a used Canon EOS 80D?

At MPB, used examples range from £444 to £524 (checked 5 November 2026), depending on cosmetic grade from Heavily used to Like new.

Does the Canon EOS 80D have image stabilisation?

No. It relies on stabilised lenses (OIS, IS or VR) for steady hand-held shots.

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