Canon 20Da vs Canon 5D MII

Below, we will be comparing the Canon 20Da versus Canon 5D MII, both Advanced DSLR digital cameras and they are both offered by Canon. There is a considerable difference between the image resolutions of the 20Da (8MP) and 5D MII (21MP) and the 20Da (APS-C) and 5D MII (Full frame) feature totally different sensor size.

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The 20Da was launched 4 years prior to the 5D MII and that is quite a large difference as far as tech is concerned. Both the cameras come with the identical body type (Mid-size SLR).

Before going straight into a in-depth comparison, below is a brief synopsis of how the 20Da scores vs the 5D MII in relation to portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.

The following is a preview of the gallery images for Canon EOS 20Da & Canon EOS 5D Mark II. The complete galleries are available at Canon 20Da Gallery & Canon 5D MII Gallery.

If you're planning to lug around your camera regularly, you will need to factor in its weight and volume. The Canon 20Da features 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) and the Canon 5D MII has sizing of 152mm x 114mm x 75mm (6.0" x 4.5" x 3.0") accompanied by a weight of 850 grams (1.87 lbs).

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Remember, the weight of an ILC will change based on the lens you are working with during that time. The following is the front view scale comparison of the 20Da vs the 5D MII.

Factoring in size and weight, the portability score of the 20Da and 5D MII is 59 and 56 respectively.

In many cases, it can be tough to see the gap between sensor measurements just by reading through a spec sheet. The photograph here may offer you a clearer sense of the sensor dimensions in the 20Da and 5D MII.

Clearly, the 2 cameras posses different resolutions and different sensor measurements. The 20Da because of its tinier sensor will make achieving shallower DOF more challenging and the Canon 5D MII will give greater detail utilizing its extra 13 Megapixels. Higher resolution can also allow you to crop shots somewhat more aggressively. The older 20Da is going to be behind when it comes to sensor innovation.