Canon 70D vs Pentax ist DL2
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Canon 70D vs Pentax ist DL2 Key Specs
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- 6MP - APS-C Sensor
- 2.5" Fixed Screen
- ISO 200 - 3200
- Pentax KAF Mount
- 565g - 125 x 93 x 66mm
- Released January 2006
Canon 70D vs Pentax ist DL2 Overview
On this page, we will be evaluating the Canon 70D vs Pentax ist DL2, both Advanced DSLR cameras by rivals Canon and Pentax. There is a significant difference among the resolutions of the 70D (20MP) and ist DL2 (6MP) but both cameras have the same sensor measurements (APS-C).
Peek Behind the Lens of 'Photographer' and Their Go-To CamerasThe 70D was revealed 7 years after the ist DL2 which is a fairly sizable gap as far as camera tech is concerned. Both cameras have the same body design (Mid-size SLR).
Before going into a detailed comparison, here is a brief synopsis of how the 70D scores against the ist DL2 with regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall score.
Canon 70D vs Pentax ist DL2 Gallery
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Reasons to pick Canon 70D over the Pentax ist DL2
70D | ist DL2 | |||
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Released | October 2013 | January 2006 | More modern by 95 months | |
Screen type | Fully Articulated | Fixed | Fully Articulating screen | |
Screen dimensions | 3" | 2.5" | Bigger screen (+0.5") | |
Screen resolution | 1040k | 210k | Crisper screen (+830k dot) | |
Selfie screen | Take selfies | |||
Touch screen | Quickly navigate |
Reasons to pick Pentax ist DL2 over the Canon 70D
ist DL2 | 70D |
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Common features in the Canon 70D and Pentax ist DL2
70D | ist DL2 | |||
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Focus manually | Dial precise focus |
Canon 70D vs Pentax ist DL2 Physical Comparison
For anyone who is going to carry around your camera regularly, you will need to factor in its weight and size. The Canon 70D enjoys outer dimensions of 139mm x 104mm x 79mm (5.5" x 4.1" x 3.1") with a weight of 755 grams (1.66 lbs) while the Pentax ist DL2 has specifications of 125mm x 93mm x 66mm (4.9" x 3.7" x 2.6") and a weight of 565 grams (1.25 lbs).
Take a look at the Canon 70D vs Pentax ist DL2 in the new Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.Take into account, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ depending on the lens you select during that time. Here is a front view scale comparison of the 70D compared to the ist DL2.
Taking into consideration size and weight, the portability rating of the 70D and ist DL2 is 59 and 69 respectively.
Canon 70D vs Pentax ist DL2 Sensor Comparison
In many cases, it is very hard to see the difference in sensor sizes merely by checking out specifications. The picture here might provide you a greater sense of the sensor dimensions in the 70D and ist DL2.
To sum up, both of the cameras have the same sensor dimensions albeit not the same resolution. You should expect the Canon 70D to provide more detail because of its extra 14 Megapixels. Higher resolution will also enable you to crop photographs a bit more aggressively. The more modern 70D will have an advantage with regard to sensor tech.
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Canon 70D vs Pentax ist DL2 Specifications
Canon EOS 70D | Pentax ist DL2 | |
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General Information | ||
Brand | Canon | Pentax |
Model type | Canon EOS 70D | Pentax ist DL2 |
Type | Advanced DSLR | Advanced DSLR |
Released | 2013-10-31 | 2006-01-27 |
Body design | Mid-size SLR | Mid-size SLR |
Sensor Information | ||
Powered by | Digic 5+ | - |
Sensor type | CMOS | CCD |
Sensor size | APS-C | APS-C |
Sensor dimensions | 22.5 x 15mm | 23.5 x 15.7mm |
Sensor surface area | 337.5mm² | 369.0mm² |
Sensor resolution | 20 megapixels | 6 megapixels |
Anti alias filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 1:1, 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 | 3:2 |
Peak resolution | 5472 x 3648 | 3008 x 2008 |
Highest native ISO | 12800 | 3200 |
Highest enhanced ISO | 25600 | - |
Minimum native ISO | 100 | 200 |
RAW support | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Focus manually | ||
AF touch | ||
AF continuous | ||
AF single | ||
AF tracking | ||
AF selectice | ||
Center weighted AF | ||
Multi area AF | ||
Live view AF | ||
Face detection AF | ||
Contract detection AF | ||
Phase detection AF | ||
Total focus points | 19 | 5 |
Cross type focus points | 19 | - |
Lens | ||
Lens mount type | Canon EF/EF-S | Pentax KAF |
Number of lenses | 326 | 151 |
Focal length multiplier | 1.6 | 1.5 |
Screen | ||
Screen type | Fully Articulated | Fixed Type |
Screen sizing | 3" | 2.5" |
Resolution of screen | 1,040k dot | 210k dot |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch functionality | ||
Screen technology | Clear View II TFT color LCD | - |
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder | Optical (pentaprism) | Optical |
Viewfinder coverage | 98 percent | 95 percent |
Viewfinder magnification | 0.6x | 0.57x |
Features | ||
Min shutter speed | 30s | 30s |
Max shutter speed | 1/8000s | 1/4000s |
Continuous shutter speed | 7.0 frames per second | 3.0 frames per second |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Manually set exposure | ||
Exposure compensation | Yes | Yes |
Custom WB | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Integrated flash | ||
Flash distance | 12.00 m | - |
Flash modes | Auto, On, Off, Red-eye | Auto, On, Off, Red-eye reduction |
Hot shoe | ||
Auto exposure bracketing | ||
WB bracketing | ||
Max flash sync | 1/250s | - |
Exposure | ||
Multisegment metering | ||
Average metering | ||
Spot metering | ||
Partial metering | ||
AF area metering | ||
Center weighted metering | ||
Video features | ||
Video resolutions | 1920 x 1080 (29.97, 25, 23.976 fps), 1280 x 720 (59.94, 50 fps), 640 x 480 (59.94, 50 fps) | - |
Highest video resolution | 1920x1080 | - |
Video format | H.264 | - |
Mic jack | ||
Headphone jack | ||
Connectivity | ||
Wireless | Built-In | No |
Bluetooth | ||
NFC | ||
HDMI | ||
USB | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) | USB 1.0 (1.5 Mbit/sec) |
GPS | Optional | None |
Physical | ||
Environmental seal | ||
Water proofing | ||
Dust proofing | ||
Shock proofing | ||
Crush proofing | ||
Freeze proofing | ||
Weight | 755g (1.66 lb) | 565g (1.25 lb) |
Physical dimensions | 139 x 104 x 79mm (5.5" x 4.1" x 3.1") | 125 x 93 x 66mm (4.9" x 3.7" x 2.6") |
DXO scores | ||
DXO Overall rating | 68 | 65 |
DXO Color Depth rating | 22.5 | 22.9 |
DXO Dynamic range rating | 11.6 | 11.1 |
DXO Low light rating | 926 | 639 |
Other | ||
Battery life | 920 pictures | - |
Type of battery | Battery Pack | - |
Battery ID | LP-E6 | 4 x AA |
Self timer | Yes (2 or 10 sec, remote) | Yes (2 or 12 sec) |
Time lapse shooting | ||
Type of storage | SD/SDHC/SDXC | SD/MMC card |
Storage slots | Single | Single |
Price at release | $758 | - |