Canon 80D vs Pentax K-7

Here, we are reviewing the Canon 80D vs Pentax K-7, both Advanced DSLR digital cameras by companies Canon and Pentax. There is a big difference between the sensor resolutions of the 80D (24MP) and K-7 (15MP) but both cameras boast the identical sensor size (APS-C).

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The 80D was manufactured 6 years later than the K-7 and that is quite a big gap as far as tech is concerned. The two cameras feature the same body design (Mid-size SLR).

Before diving straight to a complete comparison, here is a brief introduction of how the 80D grades versus the K-7 with respect to portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

The following is a sample of the gallery pictures for Canon EOS 80D and Pentax K-7. The entire galleries are provided at Canon 80D Gallery and Pentax K-7 Gallery.

If you're planning to carry your camera frequently, you'll need to take into account its weight and measurements. The Canon 80D offers external dimensions of 139mm x 105mm x 79mm (5.5" x 4.1" x 3.1") accompanied by a weight of 730 grams (1.61 lbs) and the Pentax K-7 has proportions of 131mm x 97mm x 73mm (5.2" x 3.8" x 2.9") accompanied by a weight of 750 grams (1.65 lbs).

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Remember, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary dependant on the lens you are utilising during that time. The following is a front view physical size comparison of the 80D and the K-7.

Factoring in size and weight, the portability rating of the 80D and K-7 is 59 and 60 respectively.

Oftentimes, it's tough to see the difference between sensor sizing simply by looking at technical specs. The visual below will help give you a better sense of the sensor dimensions in the 80D and K-7.

As you can tell, both cameras feature the identical sensor size but not the same megapixels. You should anticipate the Canon 80D to resolve more detail due to its extra 9 Megapixels. Greater resolution will help you crop photos way more aggressively. The more modern 80D will have an advantage with regard to sensor innovation.