Canon 20Da vs Pentax K20D
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Canon 20Da vs Pentax K20D Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 8MP - APS-C Sensor
- 1.8" Fixed Screen
- ISO 100 - 1600 (Push to 3200)
- 1/8000s Max Shutter
- No Video
- Canon EF/EF-S Mount
- 770g - 144 x 106 x 72mm
- Launched June 2005
(Full Review)
- 15MP - APS-C Sensor
- 2.7" Fixed Display
- ISO 100 - 3200 (Push to 6400)
- Sensor based Image Stabilization
- No Video
- Pentax KAF2 Mount
- 800g - 142 x 101 x 70mm
- Revealed June 2008
- Replaced the Pentax K10D
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On this page, we are evaluating the Canon 20Da versus Pentax K20D, both Advanced DSLR digital cameras by manufacturers Canon and Pentax. There exists a considerable gap between the sensor resolutions of the 20Da (8MP) and K20D (15MP) but both cameras offer the same sensor size (APS-C).
Photography GlossaryThe 20Da was revealed 4 years earlier than the K20D which is quite a large difference as far as technology is concerned. The two cameras have the same body design (Mid-size SLR).
Before diving into a more detailed comparison, here is a short introduction of how the 20Da scores vs the K20D in terms of portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.
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Reasons to pick Canon 20Da over the Pentax K20D
| 20Da | K20D |
|---|
Reasons to pick Pentax K20D over the Canon 20Da
| K20D | 20Da | |||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Revealed | June 2008 |  | June 2005 | Newer by 37 months |
| Display dimensions | 2.7" |  | 1.8" | Larger display (+0.9") |
| Display resolution | 230k |  | 118k | Sharper display (+112k dot) |
Common features in the Canon 20Da and Pentax K20D
| 20Da | K20D | |||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Manually focus |  | Dial accurate focus | ||
| Display type | Fixed |  | Fixed | Fixed display |
| Selfie screen |  | Lacking selfie screen | ||
| Touch display |  | Lacking Touch display |
Canon 20Da vs Pentax K20D Physical Comparison
In case you're going to travel with your camera, you have to factor its weight and volume. The Canon 20Da has got external measurements of 144mm x 106mm x 72mm (5.7" x 4.2" x 2.8") and a weight of 770 grams (1.70 lbs) while the Pentax K20D has sizing of 142mm x 101mm x 70mm (5.6" x 4.0" x 2.8") and a weight of 800 grams (1.76 lbs).
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Don't forget, the weight of an ILC will change dependant on the lens you have during that time. Following is a front view dimensions comparison of the 20Da against the K20D.
Taking into consideration dimensions and weight, the portability grade of the 20Da and K20D is 59 and 59 respectively.
Canon 20Da vs Pentax K20D Sensor Comparison
Normally, it is difficult to picture the contrast between sensor dimensions purely by checking technical specs. The pic below will help offer you a better sense of the sensor measurements in the 20Da and K20D.
As you have seen, both of those cameras provide the same sensor dimensions but different resolution. You can expect to see the Pentax K20D to give greater detail because of its extra 7MP. Greater resolution will make it easier to crop photos more aggressively. The more aged 20Da is going to be disadvantaged when it comes to sensor technology.
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Canon 20Da vs Pentax K20D Specifications
| Canon EOS 20Da | Pentax K20D | |
|---|---|---|
| General Information | ||
| Brand Name | Canon | Pentax |
| Model | Canon EOS 20Da | Pentax K20D |
| Class | Advanced DSLR | Advanced DSLR |
| Launched | 2005-06-01 | 2008-06-25 |
| Physical type | Mid-size SLR | Mid-size SLR |
| Sensor Information | ||
| Sensor type | CMOS | CMOS |
| Sensor size | APS-C | APS-C |
| Sensor dimensions | 22.5 x 15mm | 23.4 x 15.6mm |
| Sensor area | 337.5mm² | 365.0mm² |
| Sensor resolution | 8 megapixels | 15 megapixels |
| Anti aliasing filter | ||
| Aspect ratio | 3:2 | 3:2 |
| Max resolution | 3504 x 2336 | 4672 x 3104 |
| Max native ISO | 1600 | 3200 |
| Max enhanced ISO | 3200 | 6400 |
| Min native ISO | 100 | 100 |
| RAW photos | ||
| Autofocusing | ||
| Manual focus | ||
| Autofocus touch | ||
| Continuous autofocus | ||
| Single autofocus | ||
| Autofocus tracking | ||
| Autofocus selectice | ||
| Center weighted autofocus | ||
| Autofocus multi area | ||
| Live view autofocus | ||
| Face detection focus | ||
| Contract detection focus | ||
| Phase detection focus | ||
| Number of focus points | 9 | 11 |
| Lens | ||
| Lens mounting type | Canon EF/EF-S | Pentax KAF2 |
| Available lenses | 326 | 151 |
| Focal length multiplier | 1.6 | 1.5 |
| Screen | ||
| Type of screen | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
| Screen size | 1.8" | 2.7" |
| Screen resolution | 118 thousand dots | 230 thousand dots |
| Selfie friendly | ||
| Liveview | ||
| Touch function | ||
| Viewfinder Information | ||
| Viewfinder type | Optical (pentaprism) | Optical (pentaprism) |
| Viewfinder coverage | 95% | 95% |
| Viewfinder magnification | 0.56x | 0.64x |
| Features | ||
| Minimum shutter speed | 30 seconds | 30 seconds |
| Fastest shutter speed | 1/8000 seconds | 1/4000 seconds |
| Continuous shutter rate | 5.0 frames per sec | 3.0 frames per sec |
| Shutter priority | ||
| Aperture priority | ||
| Manual mode | ||
| Exposure compensation | Yes | Yes |
| Change white balance | ||
| Image stabilization | ||
| Integrated flash | ||
| Flash range | 12.00 m (ISO 100) | 13.00 m (at ISO 100) |
| Flash options | Auto, On, Red-eye reduction, Off | Auto, Red-Eye, Slow, Red-Eye Slow, Rear curtain, wireless |
| Hot shoe | ||
| Auto exposure bracketing | ||
| WB bracketing | ||
| Fastest flash synchronize | 1/250 seconds | 1/180 seconds |
| Exposure | ||
| Multisegment exposure | ||
| Average exposure | ||
| Spot exposure | ||
| Partial exposure | ||
| AF area exposure | ||
| Center weighted exposure | ||
| Video features | ||
| Max video resolution | None | None |
| 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 | None |
| Physical | ||
| Environmental sealing | ||
| Water proof | ||
| Dust proof | ||
| Shock proof | ||
| Crush proof | ||
| Freeze proof | ||
| Weight | 770 gr (1.70 lb) | 800 gr (1.76 lb) |
| Physical dimensions | 144 x 106 x 72mm (5.7" x 4.2" x 2.8") | 142 x 101 x 70mm (5.6" x 4.0" x 2.8") |
| DXO scores | ||
| DXO Overall score | not tested | 65 |
| DXO Color Depth score | not tested | 22.9 |
| DXO Dynamic range score | not tested | 11.1 |
| DXO Low light score | not tested | 639 |
| Other | ||
| Battery model | - | D-LI50 |
| Self timer | Yes (10 sec (2 sec with mirror lock-up)) | Yes (2 or 10 sec) |
| Time lapse shooting | ||
| Storage type | Compact Flash (Type I or II) | SD/MMC/SDHC card |
| Card slots | 1 | 1 |
| Launch cost | $1,499 | $700 |
