Canon 6D vs Pentax K-70
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Canon 6D vs Pentax K-70 Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 20MP - Full frame Sensor
- 3" Fixed Screen
- ISO 100 - 25600 (Increase to 102400)
- 1920 x 1080 video
- Canon EF Mount
- 770g - 145 x 111 x 71mm
- Released February 2013
- Replacement is Canon 6D MII
(Full Review)
- 24MP - APS-C Sensor
- 3" Fully Articulated Display
- ISO 100 - 102400
- Sensor based Image Stabilization
- No Anti-Alias Filter
- 1/6000s Maximum Shutter
- 1920 x 1080 video
- Pentax KAF2 Mount
- 688g - 126 x 93 x 74mm
- Released June 2016
- Renewed by Pentax KF
Canon 6D vs Pentax K-70 Overview
Here, we are reviewing the Canon 6D versus Pentax K-70, former being a Advanced DSLR while the other is a Entry-Level DSLR by companies Canon and Pentax. The resolution of the 6D (20MP) and the K-70 (24MP) is very similar but the 6D (Full frame) and K-70 (APS-C) offer totally different sensor size.
Samsung Releases Faster Versions of EVO MicroSD CardsThe 6D was revealed 4 years prior to the K-70 and that is quite a serious difference as far as tech is concerned. Both cameras feature different body design with the Canon 6D being a Mid-size SLR camera and the Pentax K-70 being a Compact SLR camera.
Before getting into a in depth comparison, here is a short synopsis of how the 6D grades vs the K-70 in regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.
Canon 6D vs Pentax K-70 Gallery
This is a sample of the gallery pics for Canon EOS 6D & Pentax K-70. The full galleries are available at Canon 6D Gallery & Pentax K-70 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Canon 6D over the Pentax K-70
6D | K-70 | |||
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Display resolution | 1040k | 921k | Crisper display (+119k dot) |
Reasons to pick Pentax K-70 over the Canon 6D
K-70 | 6D | |||
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Released | June 2016 | February 2013 | More recent by 40 months | |
Display type | Fully Articulated | Fixed | Fully Articulating display | |
Selfie screen | Take selfies |
Common features in the Canon 6D and Pentax K-70
6D | K-70 | |||
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Manual focus | Dial precise focus | |||
Display size | 3" | 3" | Same display size | |
Touch display | Lack of Touch display |
Canon 6D vs Pentax K-70 Physical Comparison
In case you're planning to lug around your camera, you will need to factor its weight and proportions. The Canon 6D has got outside measurements 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-70 has measurements of 126mm x 93mm x 74mm (5.0" x 3.7" x 2.9") along with a weight of 688 grams (1.52 lbs).
Contrast the Canon 6D versus Pentax K-70 in our newest Camera & Lens Size Comparison Tool.Remember that, the weight of an ILC will change dependant on the lens you select at that time. Underneath is a front view physical size comparison of the 6D against the K-70.
Factoring in size and weight, the portability grade of the 6D and K-70 is 59 and 62 respectively.
Canon 6D vs Pentax K-70 Sensor Comparison
Generally, it is very tough to envision the contrast between sensor measurements simply by reviewing specifications. The visual underneath will help offer you a more clear sense of the sensor measurements in the 6D and K-70.
Plainly, both of the cameras feature different resolutions and different sensor measurements. The 6D with its larger sensor will make shooting bokeh less difficult and the Pentax K-70 will deliver extra detail because of its extra 4 Megapixels. Greater resolution will let you crop photos way more aggressively. The older 6D is going to be behind when it comes to sensor innovation.
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Canon 6D vs Pentax K-70 Specifications
Canon EOS 6D | Pentax K-70 | |
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General Information | ||
Brand Name | Canon | Pentax |
Model type | Canon EOS 6D | Pentax K-70 |
Category | Advanced DSLR | Entry-Level DSLR |
Released | 2013-02-12 | 2016-06-08 |
Physical type | Mid-size SLR | Compact SLR |
Sensor Information | ||
Chip | Digic 5+ | PRIME MII |
Sensor type | CMOS | CMOS |
Sensor size | Full frame | APS-C |
Sensor dimensions | 36 x 24mm | 23.5 x 15.6mm |
Sensor area | 864.0mm² | 366.6mm² |
Sensor resolution | 20 megapixels | 24 megapixels |
Anti alias filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 3:2 | 3:2 |
Maximum resolution | 5472 x 3648 | 6000 x 4000 |
Maximum native ISO | 25600 | 102400 |
Maximum boosted ISO | 102400 | - |
Lowest native ISO | 100 | 100 |
RAW pictures | ||
Lowest boosted ISO | 50 | - |
Autofocusing | ||
Manual focusing | ||
Touch focus | ||
Continuous AF | ||
AF single | ||
Tracking AF | ||
Selective AF | ||
AF center weighted | ||
AF multi area | ||
AF live view | ||
Face detection focusing | ||
Contract detection focusing | ||
Phase detection focusing | ||
Total focus points | 11 | 11 |
Cross type focus points | 1 | 9 |
Lens | ||
Lens support | Canon EF | Pentax KAF2 |
Amount of lenses | 250 | 151 |
Crop factor | 1 | 1.5 |
Screen | ||
Screen type | Fixed Type | Fully Articulated |
Screen sizing | 3" | 3" |
Resolution of screen | 1,040 thousand dots | 921 thousand dots |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch friendly | ||
Screen technology | Clear View II TFT LCD | - |
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder | Optical (pentaprism) | Optical (pentaprism) |
Viewfinder coverage | 97% | 100% |
Viewfinder magnification | 0.71x | 0.63x |
Features | ||
Lowest shutter speed | 30 secs | 30 secs |
Highest shutter speed | 1/4000 secs | 1/6000 secs |
Continuous shooting rate | 4.5 frames/s | 6.0 frames/s |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Manual mode | ||
Exposure compensation | Yes | Yes |
Change WB | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Built-in flash | ||
Flash distance | no built-in flash | 12.00 m (at ISO 100) |
Flash settings | no built-in flash | Auto, auto w/redeye reduction, flash on, flash + redeye reduction, slow sync, trailing curtain sync, manual |
External flash | ||
Auto exposure bracketing | ||
White balance bracketing | ||
Highest flash synchronize | 1/180 secs | - |
Exposure | ||
Multisegment exposure | ||
Average exposure | ||
Spot exposure | ||
Partial exposure | ||
AF area exposure | ||
Center weighted exposure | ||
Video features | ||
Supported video resolutions | 1920 x 1080 (29.97, 25, 23.976 fps), 1280 x 720 (59.94, 50 fps), 640 x 480 (25, 30 fps) | 1920 x 1080 (60i, 50i, 30p, 25p, 24p), 1280 x 720 (60p, 50p) |
Maximum video resolution | 1920x1080 | 1920x1080 |
Video file format | H.264 | MPEG-4, H.264 |
Mic support | ||
Headphone support | ||
Connectivity | ||
Wireless | Built-In | Built-In |
Bluetooth | ||
NFC | ||
HDMI | ||
USB | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) |
GPS | BuiltIn | Optional |
Physical | ||
Environment sealing | ||
Water proofing | ||
Dust proofing | ||
Shock proofing | ||
Crush proofing | ||
Freeze proofing | ||
Weight | 770 grams (1.70 pounds) | 688 grams (1.52 pounds) |
Physical dimensions | 145 x 111 x 71mm (5.7" x 4.4" x 2.8") | 126 x 93 x 74mm (5.0" x 3.7" x 2.9") |
DXO scores | ||
DXO All around rating | 82 | not tested |
DXO Color Depth rating | 23.8 | not tested |
DXO Dynamic range rating | 12.1 | not tested |
DXO Low light rating | 2340 | not tested |
Other | ||
Battery life | 1090 images | 410 images |
Form of battery | Battery Pack | Battery Pack |
Battery ID | LP-E6 | - |
Self timer | Yes (2 or 10 sec) | Yes (2 or 12 secs, continuous) |
Time lapse shooting | ||
Storage type | SD/SDHC/SDXC | SD/SDHC/SDXC (UHS-I compatible) |
Card slots | One | One |
Cost at launch | $1,699 | $649 |