Canon 550D vs Pentax K-70

Here, we will be comparing the Canon 550D vs Pentax K-70, both Entry-Level DSLR digital cameras by competitors Canon and Pentax. There exists a sizeable gap between the sensor resolutions of the 550D (18MP) and K-70 (24MP) but both cameras boast the identical sensor sizes (APS-C).

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The 550D was announced 7 years before the K-70 which is quite a large gap as far as technology is concerned. Each of the cameras feature the same body design (Compact SLR).

Before diving straight to a step-by-step comparison, here is a concise view of how the 550D scores vs the K-70 for portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

This is a preview of the gallery images for Canon EOS 550D and Pentax K-70. The whole galleries are provided at Canon 550D Gallery and Pentax K-70 Gallery.

For anyone who is looking to travel with your camera, you're going to have to consider its weight and proportions. The Canon 550D offers outside measurements of 129mm x 98mm x 62mm (5.1" x 3.9" x 2.4") and a weight of 530 grams (1.17 lbs) and the Pentax K-70 has measurements of 126mm x 93mm x 74mm (5.0" x 3.7" x 2.9") accompanied by a weight of 688 grams (1.52 lbs).

Check the Canon 550D vs Pentax K-70 in the latest Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Keep in mind, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary dependant on the lens you are using at that moment. Underneath is a front view over all size comparison of the 550D versus the K-70.

Using dimensions and weight, the portability grade of the 550D and K-70 is 70 and 62 respectively.

More often than not, it is difficult to picture the contrast between sensor dimensions merely by checking a spec sheet. The picture here should provide you a greater sense of the sensor sizing in the 550D and K-70.

As you can see, the two cameras come with the identical sensor size albeit different resolution. You should expect the Pentax K-70 to give you more detail with its extra 6MP. Higher resolution will help you crop photographs a good deal more aggressively. The more aged 550D is going to be behind with regard to sensor technology.