Canon 500D vs Pentax K-500

In this article, we will be looking at the Canon 500D vs Pentax K-500, both Entry-Level DSLR cameras by rivals Canon and Pentax. The image resolution of the 500D (15MP) and the K-500 (16MP) is pretty close and they come with the same exact sensor size (APS-C).

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The 500D was announced 5 years earlier than the K-500 which is a fairly big gap as far as camera tech is concerned. Each of these cameras offer the identical body type (Compact SLR).

Before diving straight into a in depth comparison, below is a short overview of how the 500D scores vs the K-500 with regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

This is a preview of the gallery images for Canon EOS 500D and Pentax K-500. The whole galleries are viewable at Canon 500D Gallery and Pentax K-500 Gallery.

In case you're aiming to travel with your camera, you'll need to consider its weight and volume. The Canon 500D enjoys exterior dimensions of 129mm x 98mm x 62mm (5.1" x 3.9" x 2.4") accompanied by a weight of 520 grams (1.15 lbs) and the Pentax K-500 has sizing of 130mm x 97mm x 71mm (5.1" x 3.8" x 2.8") along with a weight of 646 grams (1.42 lbs).

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Remember, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change depending on the lens you have chosen at that time. Below is the front view overall size comparison of the 500D compared to the K-500.

Taking into consideration size and weight, the portability score of the 500D and K-500 is 70 and 64 respectively.

In many cases, it is hard to picture the gap in sensor dimensions simply by looking through a spec sheet. The pic below will provide you a better sense of the sensor dimensions in the 500D and K-500.

As you can see, both of those cameras offer the same exact sensor sizing albeit different resolution. You should expect the Pentax K-500 to render greater detail with its extra 1MP. Higher resolution will make it easier to crop photographs a little more aggressively. The more aged 500D will be disadvantaged with regard to sensor innovation.