Canon 80D vs Pentax K-S1
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Canon 80D vs Pentax K-S1 Key Specs
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- 20MP - APS-C Sensor
- 3" Fixed Display
- ISO 100 - 51200
- Sensor based Image Stabilization
- No Anti-Alias Filter
- 1/6000s Maximum Shutter
- 1920 x 1080 video
- Pentax KAF2 Mount
- 558g - 121 x 93 x 70mm
- Released August 2014
- Refreshed by Pentax K-S2
Canon 80D vs Pentax K-S1 Overview
Here is a detailed assessment of the Canon 80D and Pentax K-S1, both Advanced DSLR digital cameras by manufacturers Canon and Pentax. The image resolution of the 80D (24MP) and the K-S1 (20MP) is very similar and both cameras boast the identical sensor sizes (APS-C).
Meta to Introduce 'AI-Generated' Labels for Media starting next monthThe 80D was unveiled 18 months later than the K-S1 making them a generation apart from each other. The two cameras feature the same body design (Mid-size SLR).
Before getting into a comprehensive comparison, here is a concise summary of how the 80D matches up versus the K-S1 when it comes to portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.
Canon 80D vs Pentax K-S1 Gallery
Following is a sample of the gallery pics for Canon EOS 80D & Pentax K-S1. The full galleries are available at Canon 80D Gallery & Pentax K-S1 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Canon 80D over the Pentax K-S1
80D | K-S1 | |||
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Released | February 2016 | August 2014 | Fresher by 18 months | |
Display type | Fully Articulated | Fixed | Fully Articulating display | |
Display resolution | 1040k | 921k | Clearer display (+119k dot) | |
Selfie screen | Take selfies | |||
Touch display | Easily navigate |
Reasons to pick Pentax K-S1 over the Canon 80D
K-S1 | 80D |
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Common features in the Canon 80D and Pentax K-S1
80D | K-S1 | |||
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Manual focus | Very accurate focus | |||
Display size | 3" | 3" | Same display dimensions |
Canon 80D vs Pentax K-S1 Physical Comparison
In case you're aiming to carry your camera frequently, you need to take into account its weight and measurements. The Canon 80D features outer measurements of 139mm x 105mm x 79mm (5.5" x 4.1" x 3.1") and a weight of 730 grams (1.61 lbs) and the Pentax K-S1 has proportions of 121mm x 93mm x 70mm (4.8" x 3.7" x 2.8") and a weight of 558 grams (1.23 lbs).
Compare the Canon 80D and Pentax K-S1 in our newest Camera & Lens Size Comparison Tool.Bear in mind, the weight of an ILC will differ depending on the lens you have at the time. The following is a front view dimensions comparison of the 80D vs the K-S1.
Taking into account size and weight, the portability score of the 80D and K-S1 is 59 and 69 respectively.
Canon 80D vs Pentax K-S1 Sensor Comparison
Oftentimes, its difficult to visualize the contrast between sensor sizing just by reviewing specifications. The visual below will help offer you a more clear sense of the sensor sizing in the 80D and K-S1.
To sum up, each of these cameras come with the identical sensor size but different MP. You can expect to see the Canon 80D to offer you more detail having an extra 4MP. Greater resolution can also make it easier to crop images a good deal more aggressively. The fresher 80D provides an edge with regard to sensor innovation.
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Canon 80D vs Pentax K-S1 Specifications
Canon EOS 80D | Pentax K-S1 | |
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General Information | ||
Brand | Canon | Pentax |
Model | Canon EOS 80D | Pentax K-S1 |
Category | Advanced DSLR | Advanced DSLR |
Launched | 2016-02-18 | 2014-08-27 |
Physical type | Mid-size SLR | Mid-size SLR |
Sensor Information | ||
Powered by | DIGIC 6 | Prime MII |
Sensor type | CMOS | CMOS |
Sensor size | APS-C | APS-C |
Sensor measurements | 22.5 x 15mm | 23.5 x 15.6mm |
Sensor area | 337.5mm² | 366.6mm² |
Sensor resolution | 24 megapixel | 20 megapixel |
Anti aliasing filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 1:1, 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 | 3:2 |
Peak resolution | 6000 x 4000 | 5472 x 3648 |
Highest native ISO | 16000 | 51200 |
Highest enhanced ISO | 25600 | - |
Lowest native ISO | 100 | 100 |
RAW support | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Manual focus | ||
Touch to focus | ||
AF continuous | ||
AF single | ||
AF tracking | ||
Selective AF | ||
AF center weighted | ||
Multi area AF | ||
AF live view | ||
Face detect focusing | ||
Contract detect focusing | ||
Phase detect focusing | ||
Number of focus points | 45 | 11 |
Cross focus points | 45 | - |
Lens | ||
Lens mount | Canon EF/EF-S | Pentax KAF2 |
Number of lenses | 326 | 151 |
Focal length multiplier | 1.6 | 1.5 |
Screen | ||
Display type | Fully Articulated | Fixed Type |
Display diagonal | 3 inch | 3 inch |
Resolution of display | 1,040k dots | 921k dots |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch display | ||
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder type | Optical (pentaprism) | Optical (pentaprism) |
Viewfinder coverage | 100 percent | 100 percent |
Viewfinder magnification | 0.6x | 0.64x |
Features | ||
Minimum shutter speed | 30 seconds | 30 seconds |
Fastest shutter speed | 1/8000 seconds | 1/6000 seconds |
Continuous shutter rate | 7.0 frames/s | 5.4 frames/s |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Expose Manually | ||
Exposure compensation | Yes | Yes |
Custom WB | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Integrated flash | ||
Flash range | 12.00 m (at ISO 100) | 10.00 m (at ISO 100) |
Flash modes | - | Auto, auto + redeye, on, on + redeye reduction, slow sync, trailing curtain sync, manual |
External flash | ||
AE bracketing | ||
WB bracketing | ||
Fastest flash synchronize | 1/250 seconds | - |
Exposure | ||
Multisegment | ||
Average | ||
Spot | ||
Partial | ||
AF area | ||
Center weighted | ||
Video features | ||
Video resolutions | 1920 x 1080 (60p, 30p, 24p), 1280 x 720 (60p, 30p) | 1920 x 1080 (30,25,24 fps), 1280 x 720 (60,50 fps) |
Highest video resolution | 1920x1080 | 1920x1080 |
Video format | MPEG-4, H.264 | H.264 |
Microphone support | ||
Headphone support | ||
Connectivity | ||
Wireless | Built-In | Eye-Fi Connected |
Bluetooth | ||
NFC | ||
HDMI | ||
USB | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) |
GPS | None | Optional |
Physical | ||
Environmental sealing | ||
Water proof | ||
Dust proof | ||
Shock proof | ||
Crush proof | ||
Freeze proof | ||
Weight | 730g (1.61 pounds) | 558g (1.23 pounds) |
Physical dimensions | 139 x 105 x 79mm (5.5" x 4.1" x 3.1") | 121 x 93 x 70mm (4.8" x 3.7" x 2.8") |
DXO scores | ||
DXO Overall score | 79 | 78 |
DXO Color Depth score | 23.6 | 23.5 |
DXO Dynamic range score | 13.2 | 13.0 |
DXO Low light score | 1135 | 1061 |
Other | ||
Battery life | 960 images | 410 images |
Battery style | Battery Pack | Battery Pack |
Battery model | LP-E6N | D-LI109 |
Self timer | Yes (2 or 10 sec) | Yes ( 2 or 12 seconds) |
Time lapse recording | ||
Type of storage | SD/SDHC/SDXC (UHS-I support) | SD/SDHC/SDXC |
Card slots | Single | Single |
Retail pricing | $1,199 | $339 |