Canon 30D vs Pentax ist DS2

Its time to take a more detailed look at the Canon 30D versus Pentax ist DS2, both Advanced DSLR cameras by manufacturers Canon and Pentax. There exists a sizeable gap among the sensor resolutions of the 30D (8MP) and ist DS2 (6MP) but both cameras have the identical sensor measurements (APS-C).

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The 30D was announced 8 months after the ist DS2 which means that they are of a similar generation. The two cameras feature the same body design (Mid-size SLR).

Before delving into a step-by-step comparison, here is a short summation of how the 30D grades against the ist DS2 with regard to portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

Here is a preview of the gallery images for Canon EOS 30D and Pentax ist DS2. The whole galleries are provided at Canon 30D Gallery and Pentax ist DS2 Gallery.

If you're going to travel with your camera often, you have to factor its weight and proportions. The Canon 30D has got physical measurements of 144mm x 106mm x 74mm (5.7" x 4.2" x 2.9") along with a weight of 784 grams (1.73 lbs) whilst the Pentax ist DS2 has measurements of 125mm x 93mm x 66mm (4.9" x 3.7" x 2.6") accompanied by a weight of 605 grams (1.33 lbs).

Analyze the Canon 30D versus Pentax ist DS2 in the latest Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Take into consideration, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary depending on the lens you have attached at that moment. Here is a front view physical size comparison of the 30D and the ist DS2.

Looking at dimensions and weight, the portability score of the 30D and ist DS2 is 58 and 68 respectively.

Quite often, it's hard to visualize the contrast in sensor dimensions merely by seeing a spec sheet. The pic underneath will help provide you a much better sense of the sensor measurements in the 30D and ist DS2.

Clearly, the 2 cameras feature the identical sensor size albeit different resolution. You should expect the Canon 30D to produce greater detail with its extra 2MP. Higher resolution can also allow you to crop pictures way more aggressively. The more recent 30D provides a benefit when it comes to sensor innovation.