Canon 600D vs Pentax K-S2

Below is a extensive comparison of the Canon 600D vs Pentax K-S2, both Entry-Level DSLR cameras by companies Canon and Pentax. The resolution of the 600D (18MP) and the K-S2 (20MP) is pretty comparable and they come with the same exact sensor size (APS-C).

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The 600D was revealed 4 years earlier than the K-S2 and that is a fairly big difference as far as camera technology is concerned. Each of these cameras offer the identical body type (Compact SLR).

Before delving straight into a comprehensive comparison, below is a quick highlight of how the 600D grades versus the K-S2 in terms of portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.

The following is a preview of the gallery images for Canon EOS 600D & Pentax K-S2. The full galleries are available at Canon 600D Gallery & Pentax K-S2 Gallery.

If you are intending to lug around your camera regularly, you will want to consider its weight and volume. The Canon 600D provides outer measurements of 133mm x 100mm x 80mm (5.2" x 3.9" x 3.1") along with a weight of 570 grams (1.26 lbs) while the Pentax K-S2 has sizing of 123mm x 91mm x 73mm (4.8" x 3.6" x 2.9") and a weight of 678 grams (1.49 lbs).

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Remember that, the weight of an ILC will vary dependant on the lens you use at that time. Here is the front view proportions comparison of the 600D and the K-S2.

Considering dimensions and weight, the portability rating of the 600D and K-S2 is 66 and 64 respectively.

Normally, it is hard to visualize the difference in sensor measurements only by checking out specs. The visual here will help give you a much better sense of the sensor measurements in the 600D and K-S2.

All in all, both cameras enjoy the same exact sensor sizing albeit different MP. You can expect the Pentax K-S2 to produce greater detail because of its extra 2 Megapixels. Higher resolution will also enable you to crop shots far more aggressively. The older 600D will be disadvantaged in sensor technology.