Canon 40D vs Pentax K-1

In this article, we will be analyzing the Canon 40D versus Pentax K-1, both Advanced DSLR cameras by companies Canon and Pentax. There exists a sizable gap among the image resolutions of the 40D (10MP) and K-1 (36MP) and the 40D (APS-C) and K-1 (Full frame) possess totally different sensor sizing.

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The 40D was announced 9 years prior to the K-1 which is a fairly significant difference as far as camera technology is concerned. Both the cameras offer the identical body type (Mid-size SLR).

Before getting through a step-by-step comparison, below is a simple summation of how the 40D matches up against the K-1 when considering portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

Here is a preview of the gallery images for Canon EOS 40D & Pentax K-1. The whole galleries are viewable at Canon 40D Gallery & Pentax K-1 Gallery.

For anyone who is going to travel with your camera frequently, you're going to have to factor in its weight and dimensions. The Canon 40D offers exterior dimensions of 146mm x 108mm x 74mm (5.7" x 4.3" x 2.9") having a weight of 822 grams (1.81 lbs) whilst the Pentax K-1 has dimensions of 137mm x 110mm x 86mm (5.4" x 4.3" x 3.4") having a weight of 1010 grams (2.23 lbs).

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Take into consideration, the weight of an ILC will vary depending on the lens you choose at that moment. Underneath is the front view dimension comparison of the 40D compared to the K-1.

Factoring in dimensions and weight, the portability grade of the 40D and K-1 is 57 and 55 respectively.

Quite often, its tough to envision the contrast in sensor dimensions purely by seeing specs. The picture underneath will provide you a clearer sense of the sensor dimensions in the 40D and K-1.

All in all, both of the cameras offer different megapixels and different sensor dimensions. The 40D having a smaller sensor will make shooting bokeh more challenging and the Pentax K-1 will show greater detail with its extra 26 Megapixels. Higher resolution can also make it easier to crop shots a little more aggressively. The more aged 40D will be disadvantaged with regard to sensor tech.