Canon 5D MII vs Pentax K-30
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Canon 5D MII vs Pentax K-30 Key Specs
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- 21MP - Full frame Sensor
- 3" Fixed Screen
- ISO 100 - 6400 (Expand to 25600)
- 1/8000s Max Shutter
- 1920 x 1080 video
- Canon EF Mount
- 850g - 152 x 114 x 75mm
- Launched February 2009
- Succeeded the Canon 5D
- Updated by Canon 5D MIII
(Full Review)
- 16MP - APS-C Sensor
- 3" Fixed Screen
- ISO 100 - 12800 (Raise to 25600)
- Sensor based Image Stabilization
- 1/6000s Maximum Shutter
- 1920 x 1080 video
- Pentax KAF2 Mount
- 650g - 130 x 97 x 71mm
- Introduced October 2012
- Later Model is Pentax K-50
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Here, we will be comparing the Canon 5D MII and Pentax K-30, both Advanced DSLR cameras by rivals Canon and Pentax. There exists a considerable gap among the resolutions of the 5D MII (21MP) and K-30 (16MP) and the 5D MII (Full frame) and K-30 (APS-C) provide totally different sensor dimensions.
Snapchat Adds Watermarks to AI-Created ImagesThe 5D MII was introduced 4 years prior to the K-30 which is a fairly large difference as far as camera technology is concerned. Each of the cameras feature the same body design (Mid-size SLR).
Before delving straight to a in depth comparison, here is a short introduction of how the 5D MII grades against the K-30 when considering portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.
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Reasons to pick Canon 5D MII over the Pentax K-30
| 5D MII | K-30 |
|---|
Reasons to pick Pentax K-30 over the Canon 5D MII
| K-30 | 5D MII | |||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Introduced | October 2012 |  | February 2009 | Newer by 45 months |
| Screen resolution | 921k |  | 920k | Clearer screen (+1k dot) |
Common features in the Canon 5D MII and Pentax K-30
| 5D MII | K-30 | |||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Manually focus |  | More precise focus | ||
| Screen type | Fixed |  | Fixed | Fixed screen |
| Screen size | 3" |  | 3" | Same screen sizing |
| Selfie screen |  | Neither has selfie screen | ||
| Touch screen |  | Lacking Touch screen |
Canon 5D MII vs Pentax K-30 Physical Comparison
In case you're looking to travel with your camera, you should factor in its weight and volume. The Canon 5D MII has exterior dimensions of 152mm x 114mm x 75mm (6.0" x 4.5" x 3.0") and a weight of 850 grams (1.87 lbs) and the Pentax K-30 has sizing of 130mm x 97mm x 71mm (5.1" x 3.8" x 2.8") accompanied by a weight of 650 grams (1.43 lbs).
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Don't forget, the weight of an ILC will vary depending on the lens you are employing at the time. The following is a front view size comparison of the 5D MII vs the K-30.
Taking into consideration dimensions and weight, the portability score of the 5D MII and K-30 is 56 and 63 respectively.
Canon 5D MII vs Pentax K-30 Sensor Comparison
Typically, it is very hard to visualise the contrast in sensor dimensions simply by checking out specifications. The image below will help give you a more clear sense of the sensor dimensions in the 5D MII and K-30.
Plainly, the 2 cameras come with different megapixel count and different sensor dimensions. The 5D MII having a bigger sensor will make shooting shallower DOF simpler and the Canon 5D MII will produce more detail using its extra 5 Megapixels. Higher resolution will allow you to crop photographs a good deal more aggressively. The more aged 5D MII will be behind when it comes to sensor tech.
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Canon 5D MII vs Pentax K-30 Specifications
| Canon EOS 5D Mark II | Pentax K-30 | |
|---|---|---|
| General Information | ||
| Company | Canon | Pentax |
| Model type | Canon EOS 5D Mark II | Pentax K-30 |
| Category | Advanced DSLR | Advanced DSLR |
| Launched | 2009-02-13 | 2012-10-29 |
| Physical type | Mid-size SLR | Mid-size SLR |
| Sensor Information | ||
| Processor | Digic 4 | Prime M |
| Sensor type | CMOS | CMOS |
| Sensor size | Full frame | APS-C |
| Sensor measurements | 36 x 24mm | 23.7 x 15.7mm |
| Sensor surface area | 864.0mm² | 372.1mm² |
| Sensor resolution | 21 megapixel | 16 megapixel |
| Anti alias filter | ||
| Aspect ratio | 3:2 | 3:2 |
| Peak resolution | 5616 x 3744 | 4928 x 3264 |
| Highest native ISO | 6400 | 12800 |
| Highest enhanced ISO | 25600 | 25600 |
| Minimum native ISO | 100 | 100 |
| RAW data | ||
| Minimum enhanced ISO | 50 | - |
| Autofocusing | ||
| Manual focusing | ||
| Touch to focus | ||
| Continuous autofocus | ||
| Single autofocus | ||
| Autofocus tracking | ||
| Autofocus selectice | ||
| Center weighted autofocus | ||
| Autofocus multi area | ||
| Live view autofocus | ||
| Face detection autofocus | ||
| Contract detection autofocus | ||
| Phase detection autofocus | ||
| Total focus points | 9 | 11 |
| Cross type focus points | - | 9 |
| Lens | ||
| Lens mount type | Canon EF | Pentax KAF2 |
| Available lenses | 250 | 151 |
| Focal length multiplier | 1 | 1.5 |
| Screen | ||
| Screen type | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
| Screen size | 3 inches | 3 inches |
| Resolution of screen | 920 thousand dots | 921 thousand dots |
| Selfie friendly | ||
| Liveview | ||
| Touch screen | ||
| Screen tech | TFT liquid-crystal color LCD | TFT LCD monitor with brightness/color adjustment and AR coating |
| Viewfinder Information | ||
| Viewfinder type | Optical (pentaprism) | Optical (pentaprism) |
| Viewfinder coverage | 98% | 100% |
| Viewfinder magnification | 0.71x | 0.61x |
| Features | ||
| Min shutter speed | 30 seconds | 30 seconds |
| Max shutter speed | 1/8000 seconds | 1/6000 seconds |
| Continuous shutter rate | 4.0fps | 6.0fps |
| Shutter priority | ||
| Aperture priority | ||
| Manual mode | ||
| Exposure compensation | Yes | Yes |
| Change white balance | ||
| Image stabilization | ||
| Built-in flash | ||
| Flash distance | no built-in flash | 12.00 m (at ISO 100) |
| Flash options | no built-in flash | Auto, On, Off, Red-eye,Slow Sync, Slow Sync+ Redeye, Trailing Curtain Sync, Wireless |
| External flash | ||
| AE bracketing | ||
| White balance bracketing | ||
| Max flash synchronize | 1/200 seconds | 1/180 seconds |
| Exposure | ||
| Multisegment metering | ||
| Average metering | ||
| Spot metering | ||
| Partial metering | ||
| AF area metering | ||
| Center weighted metering | ||
| Video features | ||
| Supported video resolutions | 1920 x 1080 (30 fps), 640 x 480 (30 fps) | 1920 x 1080 (30,25,24 fps), 1280 x 720 (60,50,30,25,24 fps), 640 x 424 (30,25,24 fps) |
| Highest video resolution | 1920x1080 | 1920x1080 |
| Video file format | H.264 | MPEG-4, H.264 |
| Microphone port | ||
| Headphone port | ||
| Connectivity | ||
| Wireless | None | None |
| Bluetooth | ||
| NFC | ||
| HDMI | ||
| USB | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) |
| GPS | None | Optional |
| Physical | ||
| Environmental sealing | ||
| Water proofing | ||
| Dust proofing | ||
| Shock proofing | ||
| Crush proofing | ||
| Freeze proofing | ||
| Weight | 850g (1.87 pounds) | 650g (1.43 pounds) |
| Physical dimensions | 152 x 114 x 75mm (6.0" x 4.5" x 3.0") | 130 x 97 x 71mm (5.1" x 3.8" x 2.8") |
| DXO scores | ||
| DXO Overall rating | 79 | 79 |
| DXO Color Depth rating | 23.7 | 23.7 |
| DXO Dynamic range rating | 11.9 | 13.0 |
| DXO Low light rating | 1815 | 1129 |
| Other | ||
| Battery life | 850 photos | 410 photos |
| Battery type | Battery Pack | Battery Pack |
| Battery ID | LP-E6 | D-LI109,4 x AA |
| Self timer | Yes (2 or 10 sec) | Yes ( 2 or 12 seconds) |
| Time lapse recording | ||
| Storage type | Compact Flash (Type I or II), UDMA, Microdrive | SD/SDHC/SDXC |
| Card slots | Single | Single |
| Launch pricing | $1,190 | $525 |
