Canon 760D vs Pentax K-500

Below is a thorough overview of the Canon 760D versus Pentax K-500, both Entry-Level DSLR digital cameras by rivals Canon and Pentax. There exists a sizable gap between the resolutions of the 760D (24MP) and K-500 (16MP) but they use the same exact sensor dimensions (APS-C).

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The 760D was released 15 months later than the K-500 making the cameras a generation apart from one another. Both the cameras offer the identical body type (Compact SLR).

Before diving in to a in depth comparison, below is a quick overview of how the 760D scores against the K-500 for portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.

This is a sample of the gallery pics for Canon EOS 760D & Pentax K-500. The complete galleries are viewable at Canon 760D Gallery & Pentax K-500 Gallery.

If you're looking to lug around your camera, you'll need to consider its weight and measurements. The Canon 760D has got exterior measurements of 132mm x 101mm x 78mm (5.2" x 4.0" x 3.1") accompanied by a weight of 565 grams (1.25 lbs) while the Pentax K-500 has proportions of 130mm x 97mm x 71mm (5.1" x 3.8" x 2.8") and a weight of 646 grams (1.42 lbs).

Take a look at the Canon 760D versus Pentax K-500 in our brand new Camera & Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Always remember, the weight of an ILC will differ dependant on the lens you are using at the time. Following is the front view over all size comparison of the 760D against the K-500.

Taking into account dimensions and weight, the portability score of the 760D and K-500 is 66 and 64 respectively.

Typically, it can be hard to see the contrast between sensor measurements only by going over specs. The photograph here will help provide you a greater sense of the sensor measurements in the 760D and K-500.

All in all, both of the cameras enjoy the same exact sensor sizing but not the same MP. You can expect to see the Canon 760D to deliver greater detail as a result of its extra 8 Megapixels. Greater resolution will enable you to crop images far more aggressively. The fresher 760D is going to have a benefit in sensor tech.