Canon 650D vs Pentax K100D S

Here, we will be analyzing the Canon 650D vs Pentax K100D S, both Entry-Level DSLR digital cameras by rivals Canon and Pentax. There exists a substantial gap between the sensor resolutions of the 650D (18MP) and K100D S (6MP) but both cameras posses the identical sensor measurements (APS-C).

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The 650D was revealed 5 years after the K100D S which is quite a big difference as far as technology is concerned. Both the cameras feature the same body design (Compact SLR).

Before going into a in depth comparison, here is a quick summation of how the 650D matches up versus the K100D S when it comes to portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

The following is a preview of the gallery images for Canon EOS 650D & Pentax K100D Super. The full galleries are available at Canon 650D Gallery & Pentax K100D S Gallery.

If you're planning to carry around your camera frequently, you need to factor its weight and measurements. The Canon 650D comes with exterior dimensions of 133mm x 100mm x 79mm (5.2" x 3.9" x 3.1") accompanied by a weight of 575 grams (1.27 lbs) and the Pentax K100D S has proportions of 129mm x 91mm x 71mm (5.1" x 3.6" x 2.8") having a weight of 646 grams (1.42 lbs).

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Remember, the weight of an ILC will vary depending on the lens you have attached at the time. Underneath is a front view overall size comparison of the 650D against the K100D S.

Taking into account dimensions and weight, the portability grade of the 650D and K100D S is 65 and 65 respectively.

Normally, it is very hard to imagine the gap between sensor sizes simply by reading through specs. The image here should offer you a stronger sense of the sensor dimensions in the 650D and K100D S.

As you can plainly see, each of these cameras come with the identical sensor size albeit different resolution. You can expect the Canon 650D to give extra detail because of its extra 12 Megapixels. Higher resolution will also allow you to crop photographs a good deal more aggressively. The fresher 650D provides an edge with regard to sensor innovation.