Canon 50D vs Pentax K-5

Following is a in depth review of the Canon 50D versus Pentax K-5, both Advanced DSLR digital cameras by competitors Canon and Pentax. The image resolution of the 50D (15MP) and the K-5 (16MP) is fairly well matched and they enjoy the exact same sensor sizes (APS-C).

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The 50D was manufactured 3 years prior to the K-5 which is quite a large difference as far as tech is concerned. Both the cameras come with the identical body type (Mid-size SLR).

Before diving straight into a in depth comparison, below is a simple introduction of how the 50D matches up versus the K-5 with regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

Below is a sample of the gallery pictures for Canon EOS 50D & Pentax K-5. The entire galleries are provided at Canon 50D Gallery & Pentax K-5 Gallery.

When you are aiming to carry around your camera regularly, you are going to need to consider its weight and size. The Canon 50D offers exterior measurements of 146mm x 108mm x 74mm (5.7" x 4.3" x 2.9") having a weight of 822 grams (1.81 lbs) while the Pentax K-5 has specifications of 131mm x 97mm x 73mm (5.2" x 3.8" x 2.9") with a weight of 740 grams (1.63 lbs).

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Remember that, the weight of an ILC will vary depending on the lens you are working with during that time. Below is the front view dimensions comparison of the 50D against the K-5.

Taking into consideration size and weight, the portability score of the 50D and K-5 is 57 and 60 respectively.

Often, it can be difficult to visualise the gap between sensor sizes merely by reading through a spec sheet. The picture here will offer you a much better sense of the sensor sizing in the 50D and K-5.

As you can see, each of these cameras posses the exact same sensor measurements but not the same megapixels. You can anticipate the Pentax K-5 to resolve greater detail due to its extra 1 Megapixels. Greater resolution will enable you to crop images somewhat more aggressively. The more aged 50D is going to be disadvantaged with regard to sensor innovation.