Canon 20D vs Pentax K-1 II

Here is a extensive comparison of the Canon 20D and Pentax K-1 II, both Advanced DSLR cameras by brands Canon and Pentax. There exists a considerable gap among the resolutions of the 20D (8MP) and K-1 II (36MP) and the 20D (APS-C) and K-1 II (Full frame) possess different sensor measurements.

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The 20D was introduced 14 years earlier than the K-1 II and that is a fairly large difference as far as camera technology is concerned. Each of the cameras offer the identical body type (Mid-size SLR).

Before getting straight into a more detailed comparison, below is a quick view of how the 20D matches up vs the K-1 II when it comes to portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

Following is a preview of the gallery images for Canon EOS 20D & Pentax K-1 Mark II. The whole galleries are available at Canon 20D Gallery & Pentax K-1 II Gallery.

For those who are intending to carry your camera, you need to factor in its weight and size. The Canon 20D offers exterior dimensions of 144mm x 106mm x 72mm (5.7" x 4.2" x 2.8") along with a weight of 770 grams (1.70 lbs) while the Pentax K-1 II has specifications of 137mm x 110mm x 86mm (5.4" x 4.3" x 3.4") along with a weight of 1010 grams (2.23 lbs).

Compare the Canon 20D and Pentax K-1 II in our completely new Camera & Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Take into consideration, the weight of an ILC will vary dependant on the lens you are utilising at the time. Here is the front view scale comparison of the 20D and the K-1 II.

Considering dimensions and weight, the portability grade of the 20D and K-1 II is 59 and 55 respectively.

Normally, it's hard to picture the difference in sensor sizing only by looking through technical specs. The graphic underneath will offer you a stronger sense of the sensor sizes in the 20D and K-1 II.

As you can tell, each of the cameras offer different resolutions and different sensor sizing. The 20D having a smaller sensor is going to make getting bokeh trickier and the Pentax K-1 II will provide you with extra detail using its extra 28MP. Higher resolution will also enable you to crop pictures a little more aggressively. The older 20D will be disadvantaged in sensor tech.