Canon 100D vs Pentax K-500
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Canon 100D vs Pentax K-500 Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 18MP - APS-C Sensor
- 3" Fixed Screen
- ISO 100 - 12800 (Push to 25600)
- 1920 x 1080 video
- Canon EF/EF-S Mount
- 407g - 117 x 91 x 69mm
- Revealed July 2013
- Alternate Name is EOS Rebel SL1
- New Model is Canon SL2
(Full Review)
- 16MP - APS-C Sensor
- 3" Fixed Screen
- ISO 100 - 51600
- Sensor based Image Stabilization
- 1/6000s Maximum Shutter
- 1920 x 1080 video
- Pentax KAF2 Mount
- 646g - 130 x 97 x 71mm
- Released November 2013
Canon 100D vs Pentax K-500 Overview
Here, we will be evaluating the Canon 100D versus Pentax K-500, both Entry-Level DSLR digital cameras by manufacturers Canon and Pentax. The sensor resolution of the 100D (18MP) and the K-500 (16MP) is pretty similar and both cameras boast the identical sensor sizing (APS-C).
President Biden pushes bill mandating TikTok sale or banThe 100D was launched 4 months prior to the K-500 which means that they are both of a similar age. Each of the cameras feature the same body design (Compact SLR).
Before going into a in-depth comparison, here is a simple summation of how the 100D matches up against the K-500 for portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.
Canon 100D vs Pentax K-500 Gallery
Below is a preview of the gallery images for Canon EOS 100D & Pentax K-500. The complete galleries are viewable at Canon 100D Gallery & Pentax K-500 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Canon 100D over the Pentax K-500
100D | K-500 | |||
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Screen resolution | 1040k | 921k | Sharper screen (+119k dot) | |
Touch friendly screen | Quickly navigate |
Reasons to pick Pentax K-500 over the Canon 100D
K-500 | 100D |
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Common features in the Canon 100D and Pentax K-500
100D | K-500 | |||
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Released | July 2013 | November 2013 | Similar age | |
Focus manually | Very accurate focusing | |||
Screen type | Fixed | Fixed | Fixed screen | |
Screen size | 3" | 3" | Same screen measurement | |
Selfie screen | Neither includes selfie screen |
Canon 100D vs Pentax K-500 Physical Comparison
For anyone who is intending to lug around your camera regularly, you are going to need to think about its weight and proportions. The Canon 100D features physical dimensions of 117mm x 91mm x 69mm (4.6" x 3.6" x 2.7") having a weight of 407 grams (0.90 lbs) while the Pentax K-500 has measurements of 130mm x 97mm x 71mm (5.1" x 3.8" x 2.8") along with a weight of 646 grams (1.42 lbs).
Take a look at the Canon 100D versus Pentax K-500 in our completely new Camera plus Lens Size Comparison Tool.Remember, the weight of an ILC will differ based on the lens you are employing at the time. The following is a front view sizing comparison of the 100D and the K-500.
Taking into account dimensions and weight, the portability rating of the 100D and K-500 is 73 and 64 respectively.
Canon 100D vs Pentax K-500 Sensor Comparison
Sometimes, it is very hard to picture the gap between sensor measurements only by going over a spec sheet. The graphic below should offer you a more clear sense of the sensor dimensions in the 100D and K-500.
Clearly, each of these cameras come with the identical sensor size albeit different MP. You can expect the Canon 100D to deliver greater detail utilizing its extra 2MP. Higher resolution will also allow you to crop pictures a good deal more aggressively.
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Canon 100D vs Pentax K-500 Specifications
Canon EOS 100D | Pentax K-500 | |
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General Information | ||
Manufacturer | Canon | Pentax |
Model | Canon EOS 100D | Pentax K-500 |
Also referred to as | EOS Rebel SL1 | - |
Class | Entry-Level DSLR | Entry-Level DSLR |
Revealed | 2013-07-26 | 2013-11-27 |
Physical type | Compact SLR | Compact SLR |
Sensor Information | ||
Chip | Digic 5 | PRIME M |
Sensor type | CMOS | CMOS |
Sensor size | APS-C | APS-C |
Sensor measurements | 22.3 x 14.9mm | 23.7 x 15.7mm |
Sensor surface area | 332.3mm² | 372.1mm² |
Sensor resolution | 18MP | 16MP |
Anti aliasing filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 1:1, 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 | 3:2 |
Max resolution | 5184 x 3456 | 4928 x 3264 |
Max native ISO | 12800 | 51600 |
Max enhanced ISO | 25600 | - |
Min native ISO | 100 | 100 |
RAW photos | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Focus manually | ||
Autofocus touch | ||
Autofocus continuous | ||
Autofocus single | ||
Autofocus tracking | ||
Autofocus selectice | ||
Center weighted autofocus | ||
Multi area autofocus | ||
Live view autofocus | ||
Face detection autofocus | ||
Contract detection autofocus | ||
Phase detection autofocus | ||
Number of focus points | 9 | 11 |
Cross focus points | 1 | 9 |
Lens | ||
Lens mount | Canon EF/EF-S | Pentax KAF2 |
Amount of lenses | 326 | 151 |
Focal length multiplier | 1.6 | 1.5 |
Screen | ||
Type of screen | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Screen size | 3 inch | 3 inch |
Screen resolution | 1,040k dots | 921k dots |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch screen | ||
Screen tech | - | TFT LCD monitor with brightness/color adjustment and AR coating |
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder | Optical (pentamirror) | Optical (pentaprism) |
Viewfinder coverage | 95 percent | 100 percent |
Viewfinder magnification | 0.55x | 0.61x |
Features | ||
Min shutter speed | 30s | 30s |
Max shutter speed | 1/4000s | 1/6000s |
Continuous shutter rate | 3.0 frames per sec | 6.0 frames per sec |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Manually set exposure | ||
Exposure compensation | Yes | Yes |
Custom white balance | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Inbuilt flash | ||
Flash range | 9.40 m | 12.00 m (at ISO 100) |
Flash modes | Auto, On, Off, Red-eye | Auto, On, Off, Red-eye, Slow Sync, Slow Sync+Redeye, Trailing Curtain Sync, Wireless |
Hot shoe | ||
AE bracketing | ||
WB bracketing | ||
Max flash synchronize | 1/200s | 1/180s |
Exposure | ||
Multisegment | ||
Average | ||
Spot | ||
Partial | ||
AF area | ||
Center weighted | ||
Video features | ||
Video resolutions | 1920 x 1080 (30, 25, 24 fps), 1280 x 720 (60, 50 fps), 640 x 480 (30, 25 fps) | 1920 x 1080 (30,25,24 fps), 1280 x 720 (60,50,30,25,24 fps), 640 x 424 (30,25,24 fps) |
Max video resolution | 1920x1080 | 1920x1080 |
Video file format | H.264, Motion JPEG | MPEG-4, H.264 |
Microphone port | ||
Headphone port | ||
Connectivity | ||
Wireless | Eye-Fi Connected | None |
Bluetooth | ||
NFC | ||
HDMI | ||
USB | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) |
GPS | Optional | Optional |
Physical | ||
Environmental sealing | ||
Water proof | ||
Dust proof | ||
Shock proof | ||
Crush proof | ||
Freeze proof | ||
Weight | 407 gr (0.90 lbs) | 646 gr (1.42 lbs) |
Physical dimensions | 117 x 91 x 69mm (4.6" x 3.6" x 2.7") | 130 x 97 x 71mm (5.1" x 3.8" x 2.8") |
DXO scores | ||
DXO Overall score | 63 | 79 |
DXO Color Depth score | 21.8 | 23.7 |
DXO Dynamic range score | 11.3 | 13.1 |
DXO Low light score | 843 | 1087 |
Other | ||
Battery life | 380 shots | 710 shots |
Type of battery | Battery Pack | AA |
Battery model | LP-E12 | 4 x AA |
Self timer | Yes (2s, 10s+remote, 10s + continuous shots 2-10)) | Yes ( 2 or 12 seconds) |
Time lapse shooting | ||
Type of storage | SD/SDHC/SDXC | SD/SDHC/SDXC |
Card slots | Single | Single |
Launch cost | $499 | $600 |