Canon 6D vs Pentax K-7

Lets look closer at the Canon 6D and Pentax K-7, both Advanced DSLR cameras by rivals Canon and Pentax. There is a substantial difference among the image resolutions of the 6D (20MP) and K-7 (15MP) and the 6D (Full frame) and K-7 (APS-C) feature different sensor sizes.

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The 6D was unveiled 3 years after the K-7 which is a fairly big difference as far as camera tech is concerned. Each of these cameras offer the identical body type (Mid-size SLR).

Before we go straight into a comprehensive comparison, below is a brief view of how the 6D grades against the K-7 when it comes to portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

Here is a sample of the gallery pics for Canon EOS 6D & Pentax K-7. The full galleries are available at Canon 6D Gallery & Pentax K-7 Gallery.

For anyone who is intending to carry around your camera often, you will have to consider its weight and volume. The Canon 6D has external dimensions of 145mm x 111mm x 71mm (5.7" x 4.4" x 2.8") along with a weight of 770 grams (1.70 lbs) whilst the Pentax K-7 has sizing of 131mm x 97mm x 73mm (5.2" x 3.8" x 2.9") along with a weight of 750 grams (1.65 lbs).

Contrast the Canon 6D and Pentax K-7 in our brand new Camera & Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Remember that, the weight of an ILC will differ dependant on the lens you are utilising at that moment. Here is the front view sizing comparison of the 6D against the K-7.

Factoring in size and weight, the portability grade of the 6D and K-7 is 59 and 60 respectively.

Generally, it is difficult to picture the difference in sensor sizes purely by researching specs. The pic here may give you a far better sense of the sensor sizes in the 6D and K-7.

All in all, both of the cameras enjoy different resolutions and different sensor sizes. The 6D using its larger sensor is going to make getting shallower DOF easier and the Canon 6D will result in extra detail having an extra 5MP. Greater resolution can also allow you to crop photos far more aggressively. The more modern 6D should have an advantage when it comes to sensor innovation.