Canon 20Da vs Pentax K-5 II

On this page, we are contrasting the Canon 20Da versus Pentax K-5 II, both Advanced DSLR cameras by manufacturers Canon and Pentax. There exists a sizable gap among the resolutions of the 20Da (8MP) and K-5 II (16MP) but both cameras offer the same sensor dimensions (APS-C).

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The 20Da was manufactured 9 years prior to the K-5 II and that is a fairly significant difference as far as camera technology is concerned. Both the cameras have the same body design (Mid-size SLR).

Before we go right into a complete comparison, here is a brief view of how the 20Da matches up against the K-5 II with regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

Below is a sample of the gallery pictures for Canon EOS 20Da & Pentax K-5 II. The entire galleries are available at Canon 20Da Gallery & Pentax K-5 II Gallery.

For those who are planning to carry your camera frequently, you will want to factor its weight and proportions. The Canon 20Da has outer measurements of 144mm x 106mm x 72mm (5.7" x 4.2" x 2.8") accompanied by a weight of 770 grams (1.70 lbs) and the Pentax K-5 II has measurements of 131mm x 97mm x 73mm (5.2" x 3.8" x 2.9") along with a weight of 760 grams (1.68 lbs).

Take a look at the Canon 20Da versus Pentax K-5 II in our completely new Camera & Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Take into account, the weight of an ILC will differ based on the lens you select during that time. Underneath is a front view scale comparison of the 20Da versus the K-5 II.

Looking at dimensions and weight, the portability score of the 20Da and K-5 II is 59 and 60 respectively.

Sometimes, it can be difficult to imagine the gap in sensor sizing purely by looking through specs. The graphic here will help provide you a much better sense of the sensor sizing in the 20Da and K-5 II.

All in all, both of the cameras provide the same sensor dimensions but different MP. You can anticipate the Pentax K-5 II to render more detail due to its extra 8MP. Greater resolution can also help you crop photos more aggressively. The older 20Da will be disadvantaged with regard to sensor tech.