Canon 5D vs Pentax K-5 IIs

Here, we are comparing the Canon 5D versus Pentax K-5 IIs, both Advanced DSLR cameras by competitors Canon and Pentax. The image resolution of the 5D (13MP) and the K-5 IIs (16MP) is very close but the 5D (Full frame) and K-5 IIs (APS-C) posses different sensor measurements.

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The 5D was announced 8 years prior to the K-5 IIs and that is a fairly significant difference as far as camera tech is concerned. Both of these cameras feature the same body design (Mid-size SLR).

Before going straight to a more detailed comparison, here is a brief introduction of how the 5D matches up versus the K-5 IIs in terms of portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

Here is a sample of the gallery pics for Canon EOS 5D & Pentax K-5 IIs. The whole galleries are provided at Canon 5D Gallery & Pentax K-5 IIs Gallery.

In case you're going to carry your camera frequently, you will need to think about its weight and dimensions. The Canon 5D provides exterior measurements of 152mm x 113mm x 75mm (6.0" x 4.4" x 3.0") having a weight of 895 grams (1.97 lbs) while the Pentax K-5 IIs has dimensions of 131mm x 97mm x 73mm (5.2" x 3.8" x 2.9") with a weight of 760 grams (1.68 lbs).

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Don't forget, the weight of an ILC will vary depending on the lens you are utilizing during that time. Below is a front view scale comparison of the 5D and the K-5 IIs.

Taking into account size and weight, the portability rating of the 5D and K-5 IIs is 55 and 60 respectively.

Usually, it is tough to imagine the gap in sensor sizing only by looking through specs. The photograph here will help offer you a far better sense of the sensor measurements in the 5D and K-5 IIs.

All in all, both of the cameras come with different megapixel count and different sensor sizing. The 5D using its larger sensor is going to make achieving shallow DOF easier and the Pentax K-5 IIs will result in more detail with its extra 3MP. Greater resolution will also let you crop pics a good deal more aggressively. The older 5D will be disadvantaged in sensor technology.