Canon 7D MII vs Pentax K-1

Here is a thorough analysis of the Canon 7D MII versus Pentax K-1, both Advanced DSLR digital cameras by manufacturers Canon and Pentax. There is a large difference between the image resolutions of the 7D MII (20MP) and K-1 (36MP) and the 7D MII (APS-C) and K-1 (Full frame) boast totally different sensor dimensions.

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The 7D MII was manufactured 17 months earlier than the K-1 which makes them a generation apart from each other. The two cameras have the same body design (Mid-size SLR).

Before going into a complete comparison, here is a simple summary of how the 7D MII matches up versus the K-1 in terms of portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

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For anybody who is looking to carry your camera regularly, you will have to consider its weight and dimensions. The Canon 7D MII offers outer dimensions of 149mm x 112mm x 78mm (5.9" x 4.4" x 3.1") and a weight of 910 grams (2.01 lbs) while the Pentax K-1 has dimensions of 137mm x 110mm x 86mm (5.4" x 4.3" x 3.4") having a weight of 1010 grams (2.23 lbs).

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Keep in mind, the weight of an ILC will differ based on the lens you choose during that time. Below is a front view physical size comparison of the 7D MII and the K-1.

Considering size and weight, the portability rating of the 7D MII and K-1 is 55 and 55 respectively.

Usually, it is difficult to see the contrast between sensor sizing just by checking a spec sheet. The visual here might offer you a stronger sense of the sensor dimensions in the 7D MII and K-1.

As you can see, both cameras have different resolutions and different sensor sizing. The 7D MII because of its tinier sensor will make shooting shallow depth of field trickier and the Pentax K-1 will resolve extra detail due to its extra 16 Megapixels. Higher resolution will also allow you to crop shots a bit more aggressively. The older 7D MII is going to be behind with regard to sensor technology.