Canon 750D vs Pentax K100D S

Let's look more closely at the Canon 750D vs Pentax K100D S, both Entry-Level DSLR digital cameras by companies Canon and Pentax. There is a sizeable difference between the resolutions of the 750D (24MP) and K100D S (6MP) but both cameras boast the same sensor dimensions (APS-C).

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The 750D was announced 7 years later than the K100D S and that is quite a large gap as far as tech is concerned. Each of these cameras have the same body design (Compact SLR).

Before delving straight to a in-depth comparison, here is a short summary of how the 750D scores versus the K100D S in terms of portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.

This is a preview of the gallery images for Canon EOS 750d and Pentax K100D Super. The whole galleries are available at Canon 750D Gallery and Pentax K100D S Gallery.

For anyone who is going to lug around your camera frequently, you will have to think about its weight and proportions. The Canon 750D comes with outer measurements of 132mm x 101mm x 78mm (5.2" x 4.0" x 3.1") accompanied by a weight of 555 grams (1.22 lbs) and the Pentax K100D S has measurements of 129mm x 91mm x 71mm (5.1" x 3.6" x 2.8") having a weight of 646 grams (1.42 lbs).

Compare the Canon 750D vs Pentax K100D S in the latest Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Bear in mind, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ based on the lens you use during that time. Here is a front view physical size comparison of the 750D vs the K100D S.

Factoring in size and weight, the portability score of the 750D and K100D S is 66 and 65 respectively.

Usually, its hard to picture the contrast between sensor measurements simply by reading a spec sheet. The graphic below might provide you a much better sense of the sensor sizing in the 750D and K100D S.

As you can see, both of those cameras provide the same sensor dimensions albeit different resolution. You should expect the Canon 750D to deliver extra detail with its extra 18MP. Higher resolution can also allow you to crop pictures more aggressively. The more modern 750D provides a benefit in sensor tech.