Canon 6D vs Pentax ist DS2

Let's look much closer at the Canon 6D versus Pentax ist DS2, both Advanced DSLR digital cameras by manufacturers Canon and Pentax. There exists a big gap between the resolutions of the 6D (20MP) and ist DS2 (6MP) and the 6D (Full frame) and ist DS2 (APS-C) provide totally different sensor dimensions.

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The 6D was released 7 years after the ist DS2 which is quite a big gap as far as technology is concerned. The two cameras have the same body design (Mid-size SLR).

Before diving into a complete comparison, here is a simple introduction of how the 6D matches up against the ist DS2 with regard to portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

Following is a preview of the gallery photos for Canon EOS 6D and Pentax ist DS2. The complete galleries are provided at Canon 6D Gallery and Pentax ist DS2 Gallery.

For anyone who is looking to travel with your camera frequently, you will need to consider its weight and measurements. The Canon 6D has got exterior dimensions of 145mm x 111mm x 71mm (5.7" x 4.4" x 2.8") having a weight of 770 grams (1.70 lbs) while the Pentax ist DS2 has proportions of 125mm x 93mm x 66mm (4.9" x 3.7" x 2.6") and a weight of 605 grams (1.33 lbs).

Check out the Canon 6D versus Pentax ist DS2 in the latest Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Always remember, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ depending on the lens you are utilizing at the time. Following is a front view overall size comparison of the 6D and the ist DS2.

Taking into consideration dimensions and weight, the portability grade of the 6D and ist DS2 is 59 and 68 respectively.

Typically, it's hard to see the gap between sensor dimensions merely by going over a spec sheet. The pic here may offer you a greater sense of the sensor sizes in the 6D and ist DS2.

As you can see, each of the cameras have different megapixel count and different sensor dimensions. The 6D featuring a bigger sensor will make achieving shallow DOF easier and the Canon 6D will offer more detail as a result of its extra 14MP. Higher resolution will enable you to crop photographs a bit more aggressively. The more modern 6D will have an advantage with regard to sensor technology.