Canon 80D vs Pentax K-5 II

Here, we will be reviewing the Canon 80D vs Pentax K-5 II, both Advanced DSLR digital cameras by rivals Canon and Pentax. There is a huge difference between the resolutions of the 80D (24MP) and K-5 II (16MP) but both cameras boast the identical sensor dimensions (APS-C).

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The 80D was brought out 2 years after the K-5 II which is quite a significant gap as far as tech is concerned. Each of these cameras feature the same body design (Mid-size SLR).

Before diving straight to a complete comparison, here is a simple summation of how the 80D grades against the K-5 II in regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

This is a preview of the gallery images for Canon EOS 80D and Pentax K-5 II. The entire galleries are available at Canon 80D Gallery and Pentax K-5 II Gallery.

For anyone who is aiming to carry around your camera often, you need to factor its weight and volume. The Canon 80D offers exterior measurements of 139mm x 105mm x 79mm (5.5" x 4.1" x 3.1") along with a weight of 730 grams (1.61 lbs) whilst the Pentax K-5 II has sizing of 131mm x 97mm x 73mm (5.2" x 3.8" x 2.9") accompanied by a weight of 760 grams (1.68 lbs).

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Take into account, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change dependant on the lens you use during that time. Below is a front view size comparison of the 80D against the K-5 II.

Taking into consideration size and weight, the portability grade of the 80D and K-5 II is 59 and 60 respectively.

Generally, its hard to envision the difference between sensor sizes simply by reviewing specs. The picture underneath should provide you a more clear sense of the sensor sizing in the 80D and K-5 II.

As you can plainly see, both cameras come with the identical sensor size albeit not the same MP. You should expect the Canon 80D to offer greater detail having its extra 8 Megapixels. Higher resolution will enable you to crop pictures a good deal more aggressively. The more recent 80D is going to have an advantage in sensor tech.