Canon 6D vs Pentax K-30

Here, we are looking at the Canon 6D vs Pentax K-30, both Advanced DSLR digital cameras by competitors Canon and Pentax. There is a sizeable difference between the resolutions of the 6D (20MP) and K-30 (16MP) and the 6D (Full frame) and K-30 (APS-C) boast totally different sensor dimensions.

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The 6D was introduced 4 months after the K-30 so they are of a similar generation. Each of these cameras feature the same body design (Mid-size SLR).

Before we go straight to a complete comparison, here is a short synopsis of how the 6D grades versus the K-30 in regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

Following is a sample of the gallery pics for Canon EOS 6D and Pentax K-30. The whole galleries are provided at Canon 6D Gallery and Pentax K-30 Gallery.

For those who are looking to travel with your camera regularly, you'll have to consider its weight and volume. The Canon 6D offers exterior dimensions of 145mm x 111mm x 71mm (5.7" x 4.4" x 2.8") and a weight of 770 grams (1.70 lbs) and the Pentax K-30 has sizing of 130mm x 97mm x 71mm (5.1" x 3.8" x 2.8") and a weight of 650 grams (1.43 lbs).

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Don't forget, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary based on the lens you are utilizing during that time. The following is a front view dimensions comparison of the 6D versus the K-30.

Taking into account size and weight, the portability score of the 6D and K-30 is 59 and 63 respectively.

Oftentimes, it is difficult to see the contrast between sensor dimensions just by reading a spec sheet. The pic below will help offer you a far better sense of the sensor dimensions in the 6D and K-30.

Clearly, both of these cameras come with different resolutions and different sensor dimensions. The 6D having a larger sensor will make getting bokeh simpler and the Canon 6D will offer you more detail using its extra 4 Megapixels. Greater resolution will help you crop pics a good deal more aggressively.