Canon 350D vs Pentax K-50

Here, we are contrasting the Canon 350D and Pentax K-50, both Entry-Level DSLR digital cameras by manufacturers Canon and Pentax. There is a sizeable difference between the resolutions of the 350D (8MP) and K-50 (16MP) but both cameras provide the identical sensor dimensions (APS-C).

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The 350D was brought out 9 years prior to the K-50 and that is quite a large gap as far as tech is concerned. Each of these cameras feature the same body design (Compact SLR).

Before going into a comprehensive comparison, here is a simple summation of how the 350D grades vs the K-50 when it comes to portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

Following is a sample of the gallery pics for Canon EOS 350D and Pentax K-50. The entire galleries are available at Canon 350D Gallery and Pentax K-50 Gallery.

If you are aiming to carry your camera often, you are going to need to factor in its weight and dimensions. The Canon 350D features external measurements of 127mm x 94mm x 64mm (5.0" x 3.7" x 2.5") along with a weight of 540 grams (1.19 lbs) while the Pentax K-50 has dimensions of 130mm x 97mm x 71mm (5.1" x 3.8" x 2.8") along with a weight of 650 grams (1.43 lbs).

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Keep in mind, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change based on the lens you have at the time. Here is a front view sizing comparison of the 350D versus the K-50.

Looking at size and weight, the portability score of the 350D and K-50 is 70 and 63 respectively.

Generally, it is tough to imagine the gap between sensor sizing merely by going over technical specs. The visual below should offer you a better sense of the sensor sizing in the 350D and K-50.

As you have seen, both of these cameras come with the identical sensor size but different megapixels. You should expect to see the Pentax K-50 to offer you extra detail having its extra 8MP. Greater resolution can also let you crop photos a good deal more aggressively. The older 350D is going to be disadvantaged when it comes to sensor innovation.