Canon 500D vs Pentax K-70

Here is a complete comparison of the Canon 500D vs Pentax K-70, both Entry-Level DSLR digital cameras by rivals Canon and Pentax. There exists a crucial gap between the image resolutions of the 500D (15MP) and K-70 (24MP) but both cameras offer the same sensor dimensions (APS-C).

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The 500D was introduced 8 years prior to the K-70 and that is quite a serious gap as far as technology is concerned. Both of these cameras have the same body design (Compact SLR).

Before getting into a step-by-step comparison, here is a quick introduction of how the 500D scores vs the K-70 in relation to portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

Here is a preview of the gallery photos for Canon EOS 500D and Pentax K-70. The whole galleries are available at Canon 500D Gallery and Pentax K-70 Gallery.

For anyone who is going to carry your camera, you'll have to take into account its weight and proportions. The Canon 500D enjoys outside measurements of 129mm x 98mm x 62mm (5.1" x 3.9" x 2.4") along with a weight of 520 grams (1.15 lbs) while the Pentax K-70 has measurements of 126mm x 93mm x 74mm (5.0" x 3.7" x 2.9") with a weight of 688 grams (1.52 lbs).

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Always remember, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ depending on the lens you are utilizing during that time. Here is a front view dimension comparison of the 500D compared to the K-70.

Considering dimensions and weight, the portability grade of the 500D and K-70 is 70 and 62 respectively.

More often than not, it can be hard to imagine the gap between sensor sizing just by reading through specs. The graphic here should offer you a better sense of the sensor sizing in the 500D and K-70.

All in all, both cameras have the same sensor dimensions albeit different MP. You should count on the Pentax K-70 to give you greater detail using its extra 9 Megapixels. Higher resolution will also allow you to crop pictures a bit more aggressively. The older 500D is going to be behind in sensor tech.