Canon 650D vs Pentax K-5
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Canon 650D vs Pentax K-5 Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 18MP - APS-C Sensor
- 3" Fully Articulated Display
- ISO 100 - 12800 (Raise to 25600)
- 1920 x 1080 video
- Canon EF/EF-S Mount
- 575g - 133 x 100 x 79mm
- Released August 2012
- Alternate Name is EOS Rebel T4i / EOS Kiss X6i
- Previous Model is Canon 600D
- Refreshed by Canon 700D
(Full Review)
- 16MP - APS-C Sensor
- 3" Fixed Display
- ISO 80 - 12800 (Increase to 51200)
- Sensor based Image Stabilization
- 1/8000s Max Shutter
- 1920 x 1080 video
- Pentax KAF2 Mount
- 740g - 131 x 97 x 73mm
- Revealed December 2010
- Succeeded the Pentax K-7
- Replacement is Pentax K-5 IIs
Canon 650D vs Pentax K-5 Overview
Here, we are reviewing the Canon 650D versus Pentax K-5, one being a Entry-Level DSLR and the other is a Advanced DSLR by companies Canon and Pentax. The image resolution of the 650D (18MP) and the K-5 (16MP) is very close and both cameras offer the identical sensor sizes (APS-C).
President Biden pushes bill mandating TikTok sale or banThe 650D was revealed 21 months later than the K-5 making them a generation apart from one another. Each of the cameras feature different body design with the Canon 650D being a Compact SLR camera and the Pentax K-5 being a Mid-size SLR camera.
Before going straight to a full comparison, here is a short summary of how the 650D scores vs the K-5 in regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.
Canon 650D vs Pentax K-5 Gallery
Here is a sample of the gallery pics for Canon EOS 650D and Pentax K-5. The full galleries are available at Canon 650D Gallery and Pentax K-5 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Canon 650D over the Pentax K-5
650D | K-5 | |||
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Revealed | August 2012 | December 2010 | More recent by 21 months | |
Display type | Fully Articulated | Fixed | Fully Articulating display | |
Display resolution | 1040k | 921k | Sharper display (+119k dot) | |
Selfie screen | Take selfies | |||
Touch display | Easily navigate |
Reasons to pick Pentax K-5 over the Canon 650D
K-5 | 650D |
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Common features in the Canon 650D and Pentax K-5
650D | K-5 | |||
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Manually focus | Very accurate focus | |||
Display size | 3" | 3" | Same display dimensions |
Canon 650D vs Pentax K-5 Physical Comparison
If you're intending to lug around your camera often, you will need to factor in its weight and proportions. The Canon 650D offers physical measurements of 133mm x 100mm x 79mm (5.2" x 3.9" x 3.1") having a weight of 575 grams (1.27 lbs) while the Pentax K-5 has measurements of 131mm x 97mm x 73mm (5.2" x 3.8" x 2.9") and a weight of 740 grams (1.63 lbs).
See the Canon 650D versus Pentax K-5 in the new Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.Bear in mind, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary based on the lens you have chosen at that time. Following is a front view over all size comparison of the 650D compared to the K-5.
Looking at dimensions and weight, the portability score of the 650D and K-5 is 65 and 60 respectively.
Canon 650D vs Pentax K-5 Sensor Comparison
Normally, it can be difficult to envision the contrast in sensor measurements simply by looking through specifications. The photograph below should give you a better sense of the sensor measurements in the 650D and K-5.
Plainly, both cameras feature the identical sensor size but not the same resolution. You should expect to see the Canon 650D to provide you with greater detail because of its extra 2MP. Greater resolution can also help you crop images way more aggressively. The fresher 650D is going to have an edge with regard to sensor technology.
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Canon 650D vs Pentax K-5 Specifications
Canon EOS 650D | Pentax K-5 | |
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General Information | ||
Brand | Canon | Pentax |
Model | Canon EOS 650D | Pentax K-5 |
Also referred to as | EOS Rebel T4i / EOS Kiss X6i | - |
Class | Entry-Level DSLR | Advanced DSLR |
Released | 2012-08-20 | 2010-12-18 |
Body design | Compact SLR | Mid-size SLR |
Sensor Information | ||
Processor | Digic 5 | Prime II |
Sensor type | CMOS | CMOS |
Sensor size | APS-C | APS-C |
Sensor dimensions | 22.3 x 14.9mm | 23.7 x 15.7mm |
Sensor area | 332.3mm² | 372.1mm² |
Sensor resolution | 18MP | 16MP |
Anti aliasing filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 1:1, 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 | 3:2 |
Max resolution | 5184 x 3456 | 4928 x 3264 |
Max native ISO | 12800 | 12800 |
Max enhanced ISO | 25600 | 51200 |
Lowest native ISO | 100 | 80 |
RAW pictures | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Manual focus | ||
Autofocus touch | ||
Autofocus continuous | ||
Autofocus single | ||
Tracking autofocus | ||
Autofocus selectice | ||
Center weighted autofocus | ||
Multi area autofocus | ||
Live view autofocus | ||
Face detect autofocus | ||
Contract detect autofocus | ||
Phase detect autofocus | ||
Number of focus points | 9 | 11 |
Cross focus points | 9 | 9 |
Lens | ||
Lens mount | Canon EF/EF-S | Pentax KAF2 |
Available lenses | 326 | 151 |
Focal length multiplier | 1.6 | 1.5 |
Screen | ||
Display type | Fully Articulated | Fixed Type |
Display size | 3 inch | 3 inch |
Display resolution | 1,040k dot | 921k dot |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch operation | ||
Display technology | Clear View II TFT LCD | TFT LCD monitor |
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder | Optical (pentamirror) | Optical (pentaprism) |
Viewfinder coverage | 95 percent | 100 percent |
Viewfinder magnification | 0.53x | 0.61x |
Features | ||
Minimum shutter speed | 30s | 30s |
Fastest shutter speed | 1/4000s | 1/8000s |
Continuous shutter speed | 5.0fps | 7.0fps |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Manual exposure | ||
Exposure compensation | Yes | Yes |
Change white balance | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Integrated flash | ||
Flash range | 13.00 m | 13.00 m (at ISO 100) |
Flash modes | Auto, On, Off, Red-eye | Auto, On, Off, Red-eye, Slow sync, High speed, Rear curtain and Wireless |
Hot shoe | ||
Auto exposure bracketing | ||
WB bracketing | ||
Fastest flash sync | 1/200s | 1/180s |
Exposure | ||
Multisegment | ||
Average | ||
Spot | ||
Partial | ||
AF area | ||
Center weighted | ||
Video features | ||
Supported video resolutions | 1920 x 1080 (30, 25, 24 fps), 1280 x 720 (60, 50 fps), 640 x 480 (60, 50 fps) | 1920 x 1080 (25 fps), 1280 x 720 (25, 30 fps), 640 x 424 (25, 30 fps) |
Max video resolution | 1920x1080 | 1920x1080 |
Video data format | H.264, Motion JPEG | Motion JPEG |
Mic input | ||
Headphone input | ||
Connectivity | ||
Wireless | Eye-Fi Connected | None |
Bluetooth | ||
NFC | ||
HDMI | ||
USB | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) |
GPS | Optional | Optional |
Physical | ||
Environmental seal | ||
Water proof | ||
Dust proof | ||
Shock proof | ||
Crush proof | ||
Freeze proof | ||
Weight | 575 grams (1.27 lbs) | 740 grams (1.63 lbs) |
Physical dimensions | 133 x 100 x 79mm (5.2" x 3.9" x 3.1") | 131 x 97 x 73mm (5.2" x 3.8" x 2.9") |
DXO scores | ||
DXO Overall score | 62 | 82 |
DXO Color Depth score | 21.7 | 23.7 |
DXO Dynamic range score | 11.2 | 14.1 |
DXO Low light score | 722 | 1162 |
Other | ||
Battery life | 440 images | 980 images |
Style of battery | Battery Pack | Battery Pack |
Battery model | LP-E8 | D-LI90 |
Self timer | Yes (2s, 10s+remote, 10s + continuous shots 2-10)) | Yes ( 2 or 12 seconds) |
Time lapse recording | ||
Storage media | SD/SDHC/SDXC | SD/SDHC/SDXC |
Storage slots | Single | Single |
Cost at release | $498 | $800 |