Canon 60D vs Pentax K-30

Here, we are evaluating the Canon 60D and Pentax K-30, both Advanced DSLR digital cameras by brands Canon and Pentax. The sensor resolution of the 60D (18MP) and the K-30 (16MP) is very well matched and both cameras offer the identical sensor measurements (APS-C).

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The 60D was introduced 23 months prior to the K-30 making them a generation apart from one another. Both cameras feature the same body design (Mid-size SLR).

Before diving straight to a in-depth comparison, here is a simple summary of how the 60D grades versus the K-30 in relation to portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

This is a sample of the gallery pics for Canon EOS 60D & Pentax K-30. The whole galleries are viewable at Canon 60D Gallery & Pentax K-30 Gallery.

If you are looking to carry your camera frequently, you will need to consider its weight and measurements. The Canon 60D offers outer measurements of 145mm x 106mm x 79mm (5.7" x 4.2" x 3.1") along with a weight of 755 grams (1.66 lbs) and the Pentax K-30 has proportions of 130mm x 97mm x 71mm (5.1" x 3.8" x 2.8") along with a weight of 650 grams (1.43 lbs).

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Always remember, the weight of an ILC will differ based on the lens you choose at that time. Here is a front view dimension comparison of the 60D and the K-30.

Taking into consideration dimensions and weight, the portability score of the 60D and K-30 is 59 and 63 respectively.

Quite often, it's tough to see the difference between sensor sizing merely by checking a spec sheet. The photograph below may offer you a far better sense of the sensor measurements in the 60D and K-30.

Clearly, the 2 cameras feature the identical sensor size but not the same MP. You can expect to see the Canon 60D to resolve greater detail using its extra 2 Megapixels. Greater resolution will make it easier to crop photos way more aggressively. The older 60D is going to be disadvantaged with regard to sensor technology.