Canon 20D vs Pentax K-5 II
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Canon 20D vs Pentax K-5 II Key Specs
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- 16MP - APS-C Sensor
- 3" Fixed Display
- ISO 100 - 12800 (Bump to 51200)
- Sensor based Image Stabilization
- 1/8000s Max Shutter
- 1920 x 1080 video
- Pentax KAF2 Mount
- 760g - 131 x 97 x 73mm
- Released June 2013
- Old Model is Pentax K-5
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Following is a extended analysis of the Canon 20D vs Pentax K-5 II, both Advanced DSLR cameras by rivals Canon and Pentax. There is a crucial difference among the image resolutions of the 20D (8MP) and K-5 II (16MP) but both cameras provide the identical sensor dimensions (APS-C).
Photobucket discusses licensing 13 billion images with AI firmsThe 20D was announced 9 years prior to the K-5 II which is a fairly serious gap as far as camera tech is concerned. Both of the cameras feature the same body design (Mid-size SLR).
Before diving into a complete comparison, here is a brief overview of how the 20D scores against the K-5 II in terms of portability, imaging, features and an overall score.
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Reasons to pick Canon 20D over the Pentax K-5 II
| 20D | K-5 II |
|---|
Reasons to pick Pentax K-5 II over the Canon 20D
| K-5 II | 20D | |||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Released | June 2013 |  | November 2004 | More modern by 104 months |
| Display size | 3" |  | 1.8" | Larger display (+1.2") |
| Display resolution | 921k |  | 118k | Crisper display (+803k dot) |
Common features in the Canon 20D and Pentax K-5 II
| 20D | K-5 II | |||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Manually focus |  | Very precise focus | ||
| Display type | Fixed |  | Fixed | Fixed display |
| Selfie screen |  | Absent selfie screen | ||
| Touch friendly display |  | Neither includes Touch friendly display |
Canon 20D vs Pentax K-5 II Physical Comparison
If you're looking to carry around your camera, you have to think about its weight and measurements. The Canon 20D features exterior measurements of 144mm x 106mm x 72mm (5.7" x 4.2" x 2.8") having a weight of 770 grams (1.70 lbs) and the Pentax K-5 II has proportions of 131mm x 97mm x 73mm (5.2" x 3.8" x 2.9") and a weight of 760 grams (1.68 lbs).
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Keep in mind, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change dependant on the lens you use during that time. Underneath is a front view overall size comparison of the 20D vs the K-5 II.
Looking at size and weight, the portability grade of the 20D and K-5 II is 59 and 60 respectively.
Canon 20D vs Pentax K-5 II Sensor Comparison
Usually, it can be tough to visualise the gap in sensor sizes only by going through a spec sheet. The picture underneath will give you a greater sense of the sensor sizing in the 20D and K-5 II.
Clearly, the 2 cameras feature the identical sensor size but not the same resolution. You should anticipate the Pentax K-5 II to provide more detail with its extra 8MP. Greater resolution will also help you crop pics way more aggressively. The more aged 20D will be disadvantaged when it comes to sensor tech.
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Canon 20D vs Pentax K-5 II Specifications
| Canon EOS 20D | Pentax K-5 II | |
|---|---|---|
| General Information | ||
| Brand | Canon | Pentax |
| Model | Canon EOS 20D | Pentax K-5 II |
| Class | Advanced DSLR | Advanced DSLR |
| Announced | 2004-11-03 | 2013-06-04 |
| Physical type | Mid-size SLR | Mid-size SLR |
| Sensor Information | ||
| Powered by | - | Prime II |
| Sensor type | CMOS | CMOS |
| Sensor size | APS-C | APS-C |
| Sensor dimensions | 22.5 x 15mm | 23.7 x 15.7mm |
| Sensor area | 337.5mm² | 372.1mm² |
| Sensor resolution | 8 megapixel | 16 megapixel |
| Anti aliasing filter | ||
| Aspect ratio | 3:2 | 3:2 |
| Peak resolution | 3504 x 2336 | 4928 x 3264 |
| Highest native ISO | 1600 | 12800 |
| Highest enhanced ISO | 3200 | 51200 |
| Lowest native ISO | 100 | 100 |
| RAW support | ||
| Lowest enhanced ISO | - | 80 |
| Autofocusing | ||
| Manual focus | ||
| Touch focus | ||
| AF continuous | ||
| AF single | ||
| Tracking AF | ||
| Selective AF | ||
| Center weighted AF | ||
| Multi area AF | ||
| AF live view | ||
| Face detection AF | ||
| Contract detection AF | ||
| Phase detection AF | ||
| Number of focus points | 9 | 11 |
| Cross focus points | - | 9 |
| Lens | ||
| Lens mount | Canon EF/EF-S | Pentax KAF2 |
| Number of lenses | 326 | 151 |
| Crop factor | 1.6 | 1.5 |
| Screen | ||
| Type of screen | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
| Screen sizing | 1.8" | 3" |
| Screen resolution | 118k dots | 921k dots |
| Selfie friendly | ||
| Liveview | ||
| Touch friendly | ||
| Screen technology | - | TFT LCD monitor |
| Viewfinder Information | ||
| Viewfinder | Optical (pentaprism) | Optical (pentaprism) |
| Viewfinder coverage | 95 percent | 100 percent |
| Viewfinder magnification | 0.56x | 0.61x |
| Features | ||
| Minimum shutter speed | 30 secs | 30 secs |
| Fastest shutter speed | 1/8000 secs | 1/8000 secs |
| Continuous shutter rate | 5.0fps | 7.0fps |
| Shutter priority | ||
| Aperture priority | ||
| Manual mode | ||
| Exposure compensation | - | Yes |
| Custom WB | ||
| Image stabilization | ||
| Integrated flash | ||
| Flash range | 12.00 m (ISO 100) | 13.00 m (at ISO 100) |
| Flash modes | Auto, On, Red-eye reduction, Off | Auto, On, Off, Red-eye, Slow sync, High speed, Rear curtain and Wireless |
| Hot shoe | ||
| AE bracketing | ||
| WB bracketing | ||
| Exposure | ||
| Multisegment metering | ||
| Average metering | ||
| Spot metering | ||
| Partial metering | ||
| AF area metering | ||
| Center weighted metering | ||
| Video features | ||
| Supported video resolutions | - | 1920 x 1080 (25 fps), 1280 x 720 (25, 30 fps), 640 x 480 (25, 30 fps) |
| Highest video resolution | None | 1920x1080 |
| Video data format | - | Motion JPEG |
| Mic port | ||
| Headphone port | ||
| Connectivity | ||
| Wireless | None | None |
| Bluetooth | ||
| NFC | ||
| HDMI | ||
| USB | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) |
| GPS | None | Optional |
| Physical | ||
| Environment sealing | ||
| Water proof | ||
| Dust proof | ||
| Shock proof | ||
| Crush proof | ||
| Freeze proof | ||
| Weight | 770g (1.70 lbs) | 760g (1.68 lbs) |
| Physical dimensions | 144 x 106 x 72mm (5.7" x 4.2" x 2.8") | 131 x 97 x 73mm (5.2" x 3.8" x 2.9") |
| DXO scores | ||
| DXO Overall score | 62 | 82 |
| DXO Color Depth score | 21.9 | 23.8 |
| DXO Dynamic range score | 11.0 | 14.1 |
| DXO Low light score | 721 | 1235 |
| Other | ||
| Battery life | - | 980 pictures |
| Style of battery | - | Battery Pack |
| Battery model | - | D-LI90 |
| Self timer | Yes (10 sec (2 sec with mirror lock-up)) | Yes ( 2 or 12 seconds) |
| Time lapse recording | ||
| Storage type | Compact Flash (Type I or II) | SD/SDHC/SDXC |
| Card slots | Single | Single |
| Pricing at release | $1,300 | $830 |
