Canon 500D vs Pentax K110D

The following is a extended analysis of the Canon 500D and Pentax K110D, both Entry-Level DSLR cameras by brands Canon and Pentax. There is a big difference among the image resolutions of the 500D (15MP) and K110D (6MP) but both cameras posses the identical sensor size (APS-C).

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The 500D was manufactured 3 years after the K110D which is a fairly big gap as far as camera tech is concerned. The two cameras feature the same body design (Compact SLR).

Before delving into a more detailed comparison, here is a brief highlight of how the 500D grades versus the K110D in terms of portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

Here is a sample of the gallery pics for Canon EOS 500D and Pentax K110D. The entire galleries are provided at Canon 500D Gallery and Pentax K110D Gallery.

For anyone who is intending to travel with your camera often, you will want to factor in its weight and size. The Canon 500D comes with external measurements of 129mm x 98mm x 62mm (5.1" x 3.9" x 2.4") with a weight of 520 grams (1.15 lbs) whilst the Pentax K110D has specifications of 129mm x 93mm x 70mm (5.1" x 3.7" x 2.8") and a weight of 585 grams (1.29 lbs).

Take a look at the Canon 500D and Pentax K110D in the new Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Do not forget, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ depending on the lens you have attached during that time. Below is a front view measurements comparison of the 500D and the K110D.

Taking into account size and weight, the portability score of the 500D and K110D is 70 and 67 respectively.

Often, its hard to see the contrast in sensor dimensions merely by checking out specs. The image below will help provide you a more clear sense of the sensor sizing in the 500D and K110D.

All in all, each of these cameras come with the identical sensor size but not the same megapixels. You should expect to see the Canon 500D to provide extra detail due to its extra 9 Megapixels. Greater resolution will allow you to crop pics a good deal more aggressively. The newer 500D will have an advantage with regard to sensor innovation.