Canon 1D X vs Pentax VS20
50 Imaging
65 Features
73 Overall
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90 Imaging
39 Features
35 Overall
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Canon 1D X vs Pentax VS20 Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 18MP - Full frame Sensor
- 3.2" Fixed Display
- ISO 100 - 51200 (Push to 204800)
- 1/8000s Maximum Shutter
- 1920 x 1080 video
- Canon EF Mount
- 1340g - 158 x 164 x 83mm
- Released October 2011
- Succeeded the Canon 1Ds MIII
- Replacement is Canon 1D X II
(Full Review)
- 16MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3" Fixed Screen
- ISO 100 - 6400
- Sensor-shift Image Stabilization
- 1280 x 720 video
- 28-560mm (F3.1-4.8) lens
- 235g - 111 x 61 x 38mm
- Announced January 2012
Canon 1D X vs Pentax VS20 Overview
Below is a extended analysis of the Canon 1D X and Pentax VS20, one being a Pro DSLR and the latter is a Small Sensor Superzoom by companies Canon and Pentax. The sensor resolution of the 1D X (18MP) and the VS20 (16MP) is relatively comparable but the 1D X (Full frame) and VS20 (1/2.3") boast totally different sensor measurements.
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Before going straight to a in depth comparison, here is a simple highlight of how the 1D X scores vs the VS20 with regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.
Canon 1D X vs Pentax VS20 Gallery
Here is a preview of the gallery photos for Canon EOS-1D X and Pentax Optio VS20. The full galleries are available at Canon 1D X Gallery and Pentax VS20 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Canon 1D X over the Pentax VS20
1D X | VS20 | |||
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Screen dimensions | 3.2" | 3" | Bigger screen (+0.2") | |
Screen resolution | 1040k | 460k | Crisper screen (+580k dot) |
Reasons to pick Pentax VS20 over the Canon 1D X
VS20 | 1D X |
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Common features in the Canon 1D X and Pentax VS20
1D X | VS20 | |||
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Announced | October 2011 | January 2012 | Same generation | |
Manual focus | Very precise focus | |||
Screen type | Fixed | Fixed | Fixed screen | |
Selfie screen | Neither contains selfie screen | |||
Touch friendly screen | Neither contains Touch friendly screen |
Canon 1D X vs Pentax VS20 Physical Comparison
If you are planning to lug around your camera often, you should take into account its weight and volume. The Canon 1D X has got exterior dimensions of 158mm x 164mm x 83mm (6.2" x 6.5" x 3.3") having a weight of 1340 grams (2.95 lbs) and the Pentax VS20 has sizing of 111mm x 61mm x 38mm (4.4" x 2.4" x 1.5") and a weight of 235 grams (0.52 lbs).
Take a look at the Canon 1D X and Pentax VS20 in the all new Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.Keep in mind, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ dependant on the lens you use during that time. Following is a front view overall size comparison of the 1D X vs the VS20.
Taking into account size and weight, the portability rating of the 1D X and VS20 is 50 and 90 respectively.
Canon 1D X vs Pentax VS20 Sensor Comparison
Often, it is very hard to see the difference in sensor measurements simply by checking out specs. The graphic here may give you a greater sense of the sensor sizes in the 1D X and VS20.
As you can plainly see, both of those cameras provide different megapixel count and different sensor measurements. The 1D X with its bigger sensor will make achieving shallow DOF less difficult and the Canon 1D X will provide greater detail having an extra 2 Megapixels. Higher resolution can also let you crop pictures more aggressively.
Canon 1D X vs Pentax VS20 Screen and ViewFinder
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Canon 1D X vs Pentax VS20 Specifications
Canon EOS-1D X | Pentax Optio VS20 | |
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General Information | ||
Manufacturer | Canon | Pentax |
Model | Canon EOS-1D X | Pentax Optio VS20 |
Class | Pro DSLR | Small Sensor Superzoom |
Released | 2011-10-18 | 2012-01-25 |
Body design | Large SLR | Compact |
Sensor Information | ||
Chip | Dual Digic 5+ | - |
Sensor type | CMOS | CCD |
Sensor size | Full frame | 1/2.3" |
Sensor measurements | 36 x 24mm | 6.08 x 4.56mm |
Sensor area | 864.0mm² | 27.7mm² |
Sensor resolution | 18 megapixel | 16 megapixel |
Anti aliasing filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 3:2 | 1:1, 4:3 and 16:9 |
Full resolution | 5184 x 3456 | 4608 x 3456 |
Max native ISO | 51200 | 6400 |
Max boosted ISO | 204800 | - |
Minimum native ISO | 100 | 100 |
RAW images | ||
Minimum boosted ISO | 50 | - |
Autofocusing | ||
Manual focus | ||
Autofocus touch | ||
Autofocus continuous | ||
Autofocus single | ||
Tracking autofocus | ||
Autofocus selectice | ||
Autofocus center weighted | ||
Multi area autofocus | ||
Live view autofocus | ||
Face detect focus | ||
Contract detect focus | ||
Phase detect focus | ||
Number of focus points | 61 | 3 |
Cross focus points | 41 | - |
Lens | ||
Lens mount | Canon EF | fixed lens |
Lens focal range | - | 28-560mm (20.0x) |
Highest aperture | - | f/3.1-4.8 |
Macro focus distance | - | 3cm |
Amount of lenses | 250 | - |
Focal length multiplier | 1 | 5.9 |
Screen | ||
Display type | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Display sizing | 3.2 inch | 3 inch |
Display resolution | 1,040 thousand dot | 460 thousand dot |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch functionality | ||
Display tech | Clear View II TFT LCD | TFT color LCD with Anti-reflective coating |
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder type | Optical (pentaprism) | None |
Viewfinder coverage | 100% | - |
Viewfinder magnification | 0.76x | - |
Features | ||
Lowest shutter speed | 30 seconds | 4 seconds |
Highest shutter speed | 1/8000 seconds | 1/2500 seconds |
Continuous shooting speed | 14.0 frames/s | 1.0 frames/s |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Manual exposure | ||
Exposure compensation | Yes | - |
Custom white balance | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Built-in flash | ||
Flash range | no built-in flash | 2.80 m |
Flash modes | E-TTL II Auto Flash, Metered Manual | Auto, On, Off, Red-eye, Soft |
Hot shoe | ||
AEB | ||
White balance bracketing | ||
Highest flash sync | 1/250 seconds | - |
Exposure | ||
Multisegment metering | ||
Average metering | ||
Spot metering | ||
Partial metering | ||
AF area metering | ||
Center weighted metering | ||
Video features | ||
Supported video resolutions | 1920 x 1080 (30, 25, 24 fps, 1280 x 720 (60, 50 fps), 640 x 480 (60, 50 fps) | 1280 x 720 (30, 15 fps), 640 x 480 (30, 15 fps), 320 x 240 (30, 15 fps) |
Max video resolution | 1920x1080 | 1280x720 |
Video format | MPEG-4, H.264 | Motion JPEG |
Microphone jack | ||
Headphone jack | ||
Connectivity | ||
Wireless | Optional | Eye-Fi Connected |
Bluetooth | ||
NFC | ||
HDMI | ||
USB | none | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) |
GPS | Optional | None |
Physical | ||
Environmental seal | ||
Water proof | ||
Dust proof | ||
Shock proof | ||
Crush proof | ||
Freeze proof | ||
Weight | 1340 grams (2.95 pounds) | 235 grams (0.52 pounds) |
Physical dimensions | 158 x 164 x 83mm (6.2" x 6.5" x 3.3") | 111 x 61 x 38mm (4.4" x 2.4" x 1.5") |
DXO scores | ||
DXO All around score | 82 | not tested |
DXO Color Depth score | 23.8 | not tested |
DXO Dynamic range score | 11.8 | not tested |
DXO Low light score | 2786 | not tested |
Other | ||
Battery life | 1120 images | - |
Style of battery | Battery Pack | - |
Battery model | LP-E4N | D-LI122 |
Self timer | Yes (2 or 10 sec, remote) | Yes (2 or 10 sec) |
Time lapse recording | ||
Storage media | Compact Flash (Type I or II), UDMA compatible | SD/SDHC/SDXC, Internal |
Storage slots | Dual | 1 |
Price at launch | $5,299 | $106 |