Canon 5D vs Pentax ist DS2
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Canon 5D vs Pentax ist DS2 Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 13MP - Full frame Sensor
- 2.5" Fixed Display
- ISO 100 - 3200
- 1/8000s Max Shutter
- No Video
- Canon EF Mount
- 895g - 152 x 113 x 75mm
- Announced November 2005
- New Model is Canon 5D MII
(Full Review)
- 6MP - APS-C Sensor
- 2.5" Fixed Screen
- ISO 200 - 3200
- Pentax KAF Mount
- 605g - 125 x 93 x 66mm
- Released August 2005
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Here is a extended assessment of the Canon 5D vs Pentax ist DS2, both Advanced DSLR digital cameras by competitors Canon and Pentax. There is a large difference between the sensor resolutions of the 5D (13MP) and ist DS2 (6MP) and the 5D (Full frame) and ist DS2 (APS-C) possess totally different sensor measurements.
Photography GlossaryThe 5D was manufactured 3 months later than the ist DS2 which means that they are both of a similar age. Both of the cameras come with the identical body type (Mid-size SLR).
Before we go through a thorough comparison, below is a brief summation of how the 5D matches up versus the ist DS2 in regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.
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Reasons to pick Canon 5D over the Pentax ist DS2
| 5D | ist DS2 | |||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Screen resolution | 230k |  | 210k | Clearer screen (+20k dot) |
Reasons to pick Pentax ist DS2 over the Canon 5D
| ist DS2 | 5D |
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Common features in the Canon 5D and Pentax ist DS2
| 5D | ist DS2 | |||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Released | November 2005 |  | August 2005 | Similar age |
| Manually focus |  | More precise focusing | ||
| Screen type | Fixed |  | Fixed | Fixed screen |
| Screen dimension | 2.5" |  | 2.5" | Identical screen measurements |
| Selfie screen |  | Neither features selfie screen | ||
| Touch screen |  | Neither features Touch screen |
Canon 5D vs Pentax ist DS2 Physical Comparison
For anybody who is aiming to carry your camera often, you'll have to take into account its weight and dimensions. The Canon 5D enjoys outer dimensions of 152mm x 113mm x 75mm (6.0" x 4.4" x 3.0") and a weight of 895 grams (1.97 lbs) while the Pentax ist DS2 has dimensions of 125mm x 93mm x 66mm (4.9" x 3.7" x 2.6") having a weight of 605 grams (1.33 lbs).
Look at the Canon 5D vs Pentax ist DS2 in our brand new Camera & Lens Size Comparison Tool.
Keep in mind, the weight of an ILC will differ dependant on the lens you are employing during that time. Underneath is the front view dimensions comparison of the 5D versus the ist DS2.
Using size and weight, the portability score of the 5D and ist DS2 is 55 and 68 respectively.
Canon 5D vs Pentax ist DS2 Sensor Comparison
Often, it is very difficult to visualise the difference between sensor sizing merely by reading technical specs. The graphic here may give you a clearer sense of the sensor dimensions in the 5D and ist DS2.
As you can tell, each of the cameras have got different megapixels and different sensor sizing. The 5D featuring a bigger sensor will make achieving bokeh less difficult and the Canon 5D will deliver more detail due to its extra 7MP. Higher resolution can also allow you to crop shots much more aggressively.
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Canon 5D vs Pentax ist DS2 Specifications
| Canon EOS 5D | Pentax ist DS2 | |
|---|---|---|
| General Information | ||
| Brand Name | Canon | Pentax |
| Model type | Canon EOS 5D | Pentax ist DS2 |
| Class | Advanced DSLR | Advanced DSLR |
| Announced | 2005-11-12 | 2005-08-22 |
| Body design | Mid-size SLR | Mid-size SLR |
| Sensor Information | ||
| Processor | Digic II | - |
| Sensor type | CMOS | CCD |
| Sensor size | Full frame | APS-C |
| Sensor measurements | 36 x 24mm | 23.5 x 15.7mm |
| Sensor surface area | 864.0mm² | 369.0mm² |
| Sensor resolution | 13 megapixel | 6 megapixel |
| Anti alias filter | ||
| Aspect ratio | 3:2 | 3:2 |
| Highest Possible resolution | 4368 x 2912 | 3008 x 2008 |
| Maximum native ISO | 3200 | 3200 |
| Minimum native ISO | 100 | 200 |
| RAW support | ||
| Autofocusing | ||
| Manual focusing | ||
| AF touch | ||
| AF continuous | ||
| Single AF | ||
| Tracking AF | ||
| AF selectice | ||
| AF center weighted | ||
| Multi area AF | ||
| Live view AF | ||
| Face detect AF | ||
| Contract detect AF | ||
| Phase detect AF | ||
| Total focus points | 9 | 11 |
| Lens | ||
| Lens mount type | Canon EF | Pentax KAF |
| Available lenses | 250 | 151 |
| Crop factor | 1 | 1.5 |
| Screen | ||
| Display type | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
| Display size | 2.5 inch | 2.5 inch |
| Resolution of display | 230k dot | 210k dot |
| Selfie friendly | ||
| Liveview | ||
| Touch operation | ||
| Display tech | TFT liquid-crystal color LCD | - |
| Viewfinder Information | ||
| Viewfinder type | Optical (pentaprism) | Optical |
| Viewfinder coverage | 96 percent | 95 percent |
| Viewfinder magnification | 0.71x | 0.64x |
| Features | ||
| Min shutter speed | 30 secs | 30 secs |
| Max shutter speed | 1/8000 secs | 1/4000 secs |
| Continuous shutter speed | 3.0 frames per sec | 3.0 frames per sec |
| Shutter priority | ||
| Aperture priority | ||
| Manually set exposure | ||
| Exposure compensation | Yes | Yes |
| Change WB | ||
| Image stabilization | ||
| Integrated flash | ||
| Flash distance | no built-in flash | - |
| Flash modes | External | Auto, On, Off, Red-eye reduction |
| Hot shoe | ||
| AEB | ||
| WB bracketing | ||
| Max flash sync | 1/200 secs | - |
| Exposure | ||
| Multisegment | ||
| Average | ||
| Spot | ||
| Partial | ||
| AF area | ||
| Center weighted | ||
| Video features | ||
| Maximum video resolution | None | - |
| Microphone jack | ||
| Headphone jack | ||
| Connectivity | ||
| Wireless | None | No |
| Bluetooth | ||
| NFC | ||
| HDMI | ||
| USB | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) | USB 1.0 (1.5 Mbit/sec) |
| GPS | None | None |
| Physical | ||
| Environment seal | ||
| Water proofing | ||
| Dust proofing | ||
| Shock proofing | ||
| Crush proofing | ||
| Freeze proofing | ||
| Weight | 895 gr (1.97 pounds) | 605 gr (1.33 pounds) |
| Dimensions | 152 x 113 x 75mm (6.0" x 4.4" x 3.0") | 125 x 93 x 66mm (4.9" x 3.7" x 2.6") |
| DXO scores | ||
| DXO Overall rating | 71 | not tested |
| DXO Color Depth rating | 22.9 | not tested |
| DXO Dynamic range rating | 11.1 | not tested |
| DXO Low light rating | 1368 | not tested |
| Other | ||
| Battery life | 800 pictures | - |
| Battery form | Battery Pack | - |
| Battery ID | BP-511A | 4 x AA |
| Self timer | Yes (10 sec (2 sec with mirror lock-up)) | Yes (2 or 12 sec) |
| Time lapse recording | ||
| Storage media | Compact Flash (Type I or II) | SD/MMC card |
| Storage slots | Single | Single |
| Price at release | $2,780 | - |
