Canon 1000D vs Pentax KF
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![Canon EOS 1000D front Canon EOS 1000D front](https://pxlmag.com/db/images/cameras/gallery/medium/Canon-EOS-1000D/Canon-1000D-front.jpg)
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Canon 1000D vs Pentax KF Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 10MP - APS-C Sensor
- 2.5" Fixed Display
- ISO 100 - 1600
- No Video
- Canon EF/EF-S Mount
- 502g - 126 x 98 x 65mm
- Introduced July 2008
- Alternate Name is EOS Rebel XS / Kiss F Digital
- Renewed by Canon 1100D
(Full Review)
- 24MP - APS-C Sensor
- 3.00" Fully Articulated Screen
- ISO 100 - 102400
- Sensor based Image Stabilization
- No Anti-Alias Filter
- 1/6000s Maximum Shutter
- 1920 x 1080 video
- Pentax KAF2 Mount
- 684g - 126 x 93 x 74mm
- Released November 2022
- Old Model is Pentax K-70
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Canon 1000D vs Pentax KF Overview
Its time to take a more detailed look at the Canon 1000D vs Pentax KF, both Entry-Level DSLR cameras by brands Canon and Pentax. There exists a noticeable gap among the resolutions of the 1000D (10MP) and KF (24MP) but both cameras boast the same sensor measurements (APS-C).
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The 1000D was launched 15 years prior to the KF which is a fairly sizable difference as far as camera technology is concerned. Both the cameras have the same body design (Compact SLR).
Before delving into a thorough comparison, here is a brief synopsis of how the 1000D grades vs the KF with regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall score.
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Canon 1000D vs Pentax KF Gallery
Below is a preview of the gallery photos for Canon EOS 1000D & Pentax KF. The complete galleries are provided at Canon 1000D Gallery & Pentax KF Gallery.
Reasons to pick Canon 1000D over the Pentax KF
1000D | KF |
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Reasons to pick Pentax KF over the Canon 1000D
KF | 1000D | |||
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Released | November 2022 | ![]() | July 2008 | More modern by 174 months |
Screen type | Fully Articulated | ![]() | Fixed | Fully Articulating screen |
Screen dimensions | 3.00" | ![]() | 2.5" | Bigger screen (+0.5") |
Screen resolution | 1040k | ![]() | 230k | Sharper screen (+810k dot) |
Selfie screen | ![]() | Take selfies |
Common features in the Canon 1000D and Pentax KF
1000D | KF | |||
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Manual focus | ![]() | More precise focusing | ||
Touch screen | ![]() | Absent Touch screen |
Canon 1000D vs Pentax KF Physical Comparison
For anyone who is aiming to carry around your camera often, you'll have to factor in its weight and volume. The Canon 1000D comes with physical dimensions of 126mm x 98mm x 65mm (5.0" x 3.9" x 2.6") with a weight of 502 grams (1.11 lbs) while the Pentax KF has sizing of 126mm x 93mm x 74mm (5.0" x 3.7" x 2.9") along with a weight of 684 grams (1.51 lbs).
Analyze the Canon 1000D vs Pentax KF in our newest Camera & Lens Size Comparison Tool.![Camera Size Comparison with Lenses Camera Size Comparison with Lenses](https://pxlmag.com/db/assets/camera-size-comparison-animation.gif)
Take into consideration, the weight of an ILC will vary depending on the lens you are working with at that time. Below is a front view physical size comparison of the 1000D vs the KF.
![Canon 1000D vs Pentax KF size comparison Canon 1000D vs Pentax KF size comparison](https://pxlmag.com/db/images/camera-compare/Canon-EOS-1000D-vs-Pentax-KF-size-comparison.jpg)
Looking at dimensions and weight, the portability grade of the 1000D and KF is 70 and 63 respectively.
![Canon 1000D vs Pentax KF top view buttons comparison Canon 1000D vs Pentax KF top view buttons comparison](https://pxlmag.com/db/images/camera-compare/Canon-EOS-1000D-vs-Pentax-KF-top-view-buttons-comparison.jpg)
Canon 1000D vs Pentax KF Sensor Comparison
More often than not, it is very tough to see the difference in sensor sizes purely by seeing technical specs. The pic here should offer you a clearer sense of the sensor dimensions in the 1000D and KF.
As you have seen, the two cameras provide the same sensor dimensions albeit not the same megapixels. You can count on the Pentax KF to produce more detail utilizing its extra 14MP. Higher resolution can also help you crop pictures more aggressively. The more aged 1000D will be behind in sensor tech.
![Canon 1000D vs Pentax KF sensor size comparison Canon 1000D vs Pentax KF sensor size comparison](https://pxlmag.com/db/images/sensor-compare/Canon-EOS-1000D-vs-Pentax-KF-sensor-size-comparison.png)
Canon 1000D vs Pentax KF Screen and ViewFinder
![Canon 1000D vs Pentax KF Screen and Viewfinder comparison Canon 1000D vs Pentax KF Screen and Viewfinder comparison](https://pxlmag.com/db/images/camera-compare/Canon-EOS-1000D-vs-Pentax-KF-screen-back-comparison.jpg)
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Photography Type Scores
Portrait Comparison
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Sports Comparison
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Travel Comparison
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Landscape Comparison
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Vlogging Comparison
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Canon 1000D vs Pentax KF Specifications
Canon EOS 1000D | Pentax KF | |
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General Information | ||
Brand | Canon | Pentax |
Model type | Canon EOS 1000D | Pentax KF |
Also called as | EOS Rebel XS / Kiss F Digital | - |
Class | Entry-Level DSLR | Entry-Level DSLR |
Introduced | 2008-07-22 | 2022-11-09 |
Physical type | Compact SLR | Compact SLR |
Sensor Information | ||
Sensor type | CMOS | CMOS |
Sensor size | APS-C | APS-C |
Sensor dimensions | 22.2 x 14.8mm | 23.5 x 15.6mm |
Sensor area | 328.6mm² | 366.6mm² |
Sensor resolution | 10 megapixels | 24 megapixels |
Anti alias filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 3:2 | 3:2 |
Full resolution | 3888 x 2592 | 6000 x 4000 |
Max native ISO | 1600 | 102400 |
Min native ISO | 100 | 100 |
RAW data | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Manual focusing | ||
AF touch | ||
AF continuous | ||
AF single | ||
Tracking AF | ||
Selective AF | ||
AF center weighted | ||
Multi area AF | ||
AF live view | ||
Face detect focusing | ||
Contract detect focusing | ||
Phase detect focusing | ||
Total focus points | 7 | 11 |
Cross type focus points | - | 9 |
Lens | ||
Lens support | Canon EF/EF-S | Pentax KAF2 |
Number of lenses | 326 | 161 |
Crop factor | 1.6 | 1.5 |
Screen | ||
Type of display | Fixed Type | Fully Articulated |
Display size | 2.5" | 3.00" |
Resolution of display | 230k dots | 1,040k dots |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch display | ||
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder type | Optical (pentamirror) | Optical (pentaprism) |
Viewfinder coverage | 95 percent | 100 percent |
Viewfinder magnification | 0.51x | 0.63x |
Features | ||
Lowest shutter speed | 30s | 30s |
Highest shutter speed | 1/4000s | 1/6000s |
Continuous shooting rate | 3.0fps | 6.0fps |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Expose Manually | ||
Exposure compensation | Yes | Yes |
Change WB | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Built-in flash | ||
Flash distance | 13.00 m (ISO 100) | 12.00 m (at ISO 100) |
Flash modes | Auto, On, Red-eye reduction, Off | Auto, auto w/redeye reduction, flash on, flash + redeye reduction, slow sync, trailing curtain sync, manual |
Hot shoe | ||
AE bracketing | ||
WB bracketing | ||
Highest flash synchronize | 1/200s | - |
Exposure | ||
Multisegment exposure | ||
Average exposure | ||
Spot exposure | ||
Partial exposure | ||
AF area exposure | ||
Center weighted exposure | ||
Video features | ||
Supported video resolutions | - | 1920 x 1080 (60i, 50i, 30p, 25p, 24p), 1280 x 720 (60p, 50p) |
Max video resolution | None | 1920x1080 |
Video data format | - | MPEG-4, H.264 |
Mic port | ||
Headphone port | ||
Connectivity | ||
Wireless | None | Built-In |
Bluetooth | ||
NFC | ||
HDMI | ||
USB | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) |
GPS | None | Optional |
Physical | ||
Environment sealing | ||
Water proofing | ||
Dust proofing | ||
Shock proofing | ||
Crush proofing | ||
Freeze proofing | ||
Weight | 502g (1.11 lbs) | 684g (1.51 lbs) |
Physical dimensions | 126 x 98 x 65mm (5.0" x 3.9" x 2.6") | 126 x 93 x 74mm (5.0" x 3.7" x 2.9") |
DXO scores | ||
DXO All around rating | 62 | not tested |
DXO Color Depth rating | 22.0 | not tested |
DXO Dynamic range rating | 10.9 | not tested |
DXO Low light rating | 719 | not tested |
Other | ||
Battery life | 500 photographs | 410 photographs |
Battery type | Battery Pack | Battery Pack |
Battery ID | - | D-LI109 |
Self timer | Yes (10 sec (2 sec with mirror lock-up)) | Yes (2 or 12 secs, continuous) |
Time lapse shooting | ||
Storage type | SD/SDHC/MMC card | SD/SDHC/SDXC (UHS-I compatible) |
Card slots | 1 | 1 |
Cost at launch | $160 | $850 |