Canon 50D vs Pentax K20D
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Canon 50D vs Pentax K20D Key Specs
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- 15MP - APS-C Sensor
- 2.7" Fixed Display
- ISO 100 - 3200 (Expand to 6400)
- Sensor based Image Stabilization
- No Video
- Pentax KAF2 Mount
- 800g - 142 x 101 x 70mm
- Released June 2008
- Earlier Model is Pentax K10D
Canon 50D vs Pentax K20D Overview
Here, we are comparing the Canon 50D versus Pentax K20D, both Advanced DSLR cameras by brands Canon and Pentax. The sensor resolution of the 50D (15MP) and the K20D (15MP) is fairly comparable and both cameras provide the identical sensor measurements (APS-C).
Snapchat Adds Watermarks to AI-Created ImagesThe 50D was unveiled 5 months later than the K20D which means that they are both of a similar generation. Each of these cameras feature the same body design (Mid-size SLR).
Before getting right into a complete comparison, here is a short overview of how the 50D grades against the K20D when considering portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.
Canon 50D vs Pentax K20D Gallery
This is a sample of the gallery pictures for Canon EOS 50D and Pentax K20D. The full galleries are viewable at Canon 50D Gallery and Pentax K20D Gallery.
Reasons to pick Canon 50D over the Pentax K20D
50D | K20D | |||
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Display size | 3" | 2.7" | Larger display (+0.3") | |
Display resolution | 920k | 230k | Sharper display (+690k dot) |
Reasons to pick Pentax K20D over the Canon 50D
K20D | 50D |
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Common features in the Canon 50D and Pentax K20D
50D | K20D | |||
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Released | October 2008 | June 2008 | Same generation | |
Manual focus | Very accurate focus | |||
Display type | Fixed | Fixed | Fixed display | |
Selfie screen | Missing selfie screen | |||
Touch display | Missing Touch display |
Canon 50D vs Pentax K20D Physical Comparison
When you are going to lug around your camera regularly, you need to take into account its weight and measurements. The Canon 50D enjoys 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 K20D has proportions of 142mm x 101mm x 70mm (5.6" x 4.0" x 2.8") along with a weight of 800 grams (1.76 lbs).
Examine the Canon 50D versus Pentax K20D in the all new Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.Do not forget, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ dependant on the lens you are using at that moment. Following is a front view scale comparison of the 50D against the K20D.
Considering dimensions and weight, the portability grade of the 50D and K20D is 57 and 59 respectively.
Canon 50D vs Pentax K20D Sensor Comparison
More often than not, it is difficult to envision the gap in sensor measurements only by seeing specifications. The graphic below may offer you a stronger sense of the sensor dimensions in the 50D and K20D.
Plainly, both of these cameras come with the identical sensor size and the identical megapixels therefore you should expect comparable quality of pictures although you will need to take the production date of the cameras into account.
Canon 50D vs Pentax K20D Screen and ViewFinder
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Canon 50D vs Pentax K20D Specifications
Canon EOS 50D | Pentax K20D | |
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General Information | ||
Make | Canon | Pentax |
Model | Canon EOS 50D | Pentax K20D |
Type | Advanced DSLR | Advanced DSLR |
Revealed | 2008-10-30 | 2008-06-25 |
Body design | Mid-size SLR | Mid-size SLR |
Sensor Information | ||
Chip | Digic 4 | - |
Sensor type | CMOS | CMOS |
Sensor size | APS-C | APS-C |
Sensor dimensions | 22.3 x 14.9mm | 23.4 x 15.6mm |
Sensor area | 332.3mm² | 365.0mm² |
Sensor resolution | 15 megapixel | 15 megapixel |
Anti aliasing filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 3:2 | 3:2 |
Max resolution | 4752 x 3168 | 4672 x 3104 |
Max native ISO | 3200 | 3200 |
Max enhanced ISO | 12800 | 6400 |
Lowest native ISO | 100 | 100 |
RAW format | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Manual focus | ||
AF touch | ||
Continuous AF | ||
AF single | ||
Tracking AF | ||
Selective AF | ||
Center weighted AF | ||
AF multi area | ||
AF live view | ||
Face detection AF | ||
Contract detection AF | ||
Phase detection AF | ||
Number of focus points | 9 | 11 |
Lens | ||
Lens mounting type | Canon EF/EF-S | Pentax KAF2 |
Amount of lenses | 326 | 151 |
Crop factor | 1.6 | 1.5 |
Screen | ||
Screen type | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Screen sizing | 3 inch | 2.7 inch |
Resolution of screen | 920 thousand dot | 230 thousand dot |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch friendly | ||
Screen technology | TFT liquid-crystal color LCD | - |
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder type | Optical (pentaprism) | Optical (pentaprism) |
Viewfinder coverage | 95% | 95% |
Viewfinder magnification | 0.6x | 0.64x |
Features | ||
Min shutter speed | 30 secs | 30 secs |
Max shutter speed | 1/8000 secs | 1/4000 secs |
Continuous shutter speed | 6.3 frames per second | 3.0 frames per second |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Manual exposure | ||
Exposure compensation | Yes | Yes |
Change WB | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Inbuilt flash | ||
Flash range | 13.00 m (ISO 100) | 13.00 m (at ISO 100) |
Flash modes | Auto, On, Off, Red-eye | Auto, Red-Eye, Slow, Red-Eye Slow, Rear curtain, wireless |
Hot shoe | ||
AE bracketing | ||
White balance bracketing | ||
Max flash sync | 1/250 secs | 1/180 secs |
Exposure | ||
Multisegment metering | ||
Average metering | ||
Spot metering | ||
Partial metering | ||
AF area metering | ||
Center weighted metering | ||
Video features | ||
Max video resolution | None | None |
Mic input | ||
Headphone input | ||
Connectivity | ||
Wireless | None | None |
Bluetooth | ||
NFC | ||
HDMI | ||
USB | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) |
GPS | None | None |
Physical | ||
Environment seal | ||
Water proof | ||
Dust proof | ||
Shock proof | ||
Crush proof | ||
Freeze proof | ||
Weight | 822g (1.81 lbs) | 800g (1.76 lbs) |
Physical dimensions | 146 x 108 x 74mm (5.7" x 4.3" x 2.9") | 142 x 101 x 70mm (5.6" x 4.0" x 2.8") |
DXO scores | ||
DXO Overall score | 63 | 65 |
DXO Color Depth score | 21.8 | 22.9 |
DXO Dynamic range score | 11.4 | 11.1 |
DXO Low light score | 696 | 639 |
Other | ||
Battery life | 800 photos | - |
Type of battery | Battery Pack | - |
Battery model | BP-511A | D-LI50 |
Self timer | Yes (2 or 10 sec) | Yes (2 or 10 sec) |
Time lapse shooting | ||
Type of storage | Compact Flash (Type I or II), UDMA | SD/MMC/SDHC card |
Storage slots | Single | Single |
Cost at release | $996 | $700 |