Canon 80D vs Pentax KP
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Canon 80D vs Pentax KP Key Specs
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- 24MP - APS-C Sensor
- 3" Tilting Screen
- ISO 100 - 819200
- Sensor based 5-axis Image Stabilization
- 1/6000s Max Shutter
- 1920 x 1080 video
- Pentax KAF2 Mount
- 703g - 132 x 101 x 76mm
- Released January 2017
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Its time to look a bit more closely at the Canon 80D versus Pentax KP, both Advanced DSLR digital cameras by rivals Canon and Pentax. The sensor resolution of the 80D (24MP) and the KP (24MP) is pretty well matched and both cameras provide the same sensor sizing (APS-C).
Apple Innovates by Creating Next-Level Optical Stabilization for iPhoneThe 80D was unveiled 11 months before the KP which means that they are both of a similar generation. Both cameras have the same body design (Mid-size SLR).
Before diving right into a in-depth comparison, here is a simple synopsis of how the 80D scores against the KP in relation to portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.
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Reasons to pick Canon 80D over the Pentax KP
| 80D | KP | |||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Screen type | Fully Articulated |  | Tilting | Fully Articulating screen |
| Screen resolution | 1040k |  | 921k | Clearer screen (+119k dot) |
| Selfie screen |  | Take selfies | ||
| Touch screen |  | Quickly navigate |
Reasons to pick Pentax KP over the Canon 80D
| KP | 80D | |||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Released | January 2017 |  | February 2016 | More recent by 11 months |
Common features in the Canon 80D and Pentax KP
| 80D | KP | |||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Focus manually |  | More exact focus | ||
| Screen dimensions | 3" |  | 3" | Equal screen measurement |
Canon 80D vs Pentax KP Physical Comparison
In case you're going to lug around your camera often, you should consider its weight and measurements. The Canon 80D offers exterior 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 KP has proportions of 132mm x 101mm x 76mm (5.2" x 4.0" x 3.0") having a weight of 703 grams (1.55 lbs).
See the Canon 80D versus Pentax KP in the latest Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.
Keep in mind, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary dependant on the lens you are utilizing during that time. Following is a front view proportions comparison of the 80D against the KP.
Considering size and weight, the portability grade of the 80D and KP is 59 and 61 respectively.
Canon 80D vs Pentax KP Sensor Comparison
Generally, it's hard to visualise the gap between sensor measurements purely by looking at technical specs. The photograph underneath should offer you a stronger sense of the sensor sizing in the 80D and KP.
As you have seen, both of those cameras have the same sensor dimensions and the exact same resolution therefore you should expect similar quality of photos although you should take the production date of the products into consideration. The older 80D is going to be disadvantaged in sensor tech.
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Canon 80D vs Pentax KP Specifications
| Canon EOS 80D | Pentax KP | |
|---|---|---|
| General Information | ||
| Make | Canon | Pentax |
| Model type | Canon EOS 80D | Pentax KP |
| Class | Advanced DSLR | Advanced DSLR |
| Released | 2016-02-18 | 2017-01-26 |
| Body design | Mid-size SLR | Mid-size SLR |
| Sensor Information | ||
| Powered by | DIGIC 6 | PRIME IV |
| 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 megapixels | 24 megapixels |
| Anti alias filter | ||
| Aspect ratio | 1:1, 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 | 3:2 |
| Full resolution | 6000 x 4000 | 6016 x 4000 |
| Max native ISO | 16000 | 819200 |
| Max boosted ISO | 25600 | - |
| Minimum native ISO | 100 | 100 |
| RAW pictures | ||
| Autofocusing | ||
| Manual focusing | ||
| Touch to focus | ||
| Continuous AF | ||
| AF single | ||
| Tracking AF | ||
| Selective AF | ||
| Center weighted AF | ||
| AF multi area | ||
| AF live view | ||
| Face detect focusing | ||
| Contract detect focusing | ||
| Phase detect focusing | ||
| Total focus points | 45 | 27 |
| Cross type focus points | 45 | 25 |
| Lens | ||
| Lens support | Canon EF/EF-S | Pentax KAF2 |
| Number of lenses | 326 | 151 |
| Crop factor | 1.6 | 1.5 |
| Screen | ||
| Display type | Fully Articulated | Tilting |
| Display sizing | 3 inches | 3 inches |
| Display resolution | 1,040k dot | 921k dot |
| Selfie friendly | ||
| Liveview | ||
| Touch functionality | ||
| Viewfinder Information | ||
| Viewfinder type | Optical (pentaprism) | Optical (pentaprism) |
| Viewfinder coverage | 100 percent | 100 percent |
| Viewfinder magnification | 0.6x | 0.63x |
| Features | ||
| Slowest shutter speed | 30 secs | 30 secs |
| Maximum shutter speed | 1/8000 secs | 1/6000 secs |
| Maximum quiet shutter speed | - | 1/24000 secs |
| Continuous shooting speed | 7.0 frames per sec | 7.0 frames per sec |
| Shutter priority | ||
| Aperture priority | ||
| Manually set exposure | ||
| Exposure compensation | Yes | Yes |
| Custom WB | ||
| Image stabilization | ||
| Built-in flash | ||
| Flash distance | 12.00 m (at ISO 100) | 6.00 m (at ISO 100) |
| Flash modes | - | Auto, auto w/redeye reduction, flash on w/redeye reduction, slow sync, trailing curtain sync, manual, wireless |
| External flash | ||
| Auto exposure bracketing | ||
| White balance bracketing | ||
| Maximum flash sync | 1/250 secs | - |
| Exposure | ||
| Multisegment | ||
| Average | ||
| Spot | ||
| Partial | ||
| AF area | ||
| Center weighted | ||
| Video features | ||
| Supported video resolutions | 1920 x 1080 (60p, 30p, 24p), 1280 x 720 (60p, 30p) | 1920 x 1080 (60i, 30p) |
| Max video resolution | 1920x1080 | 1920x1080 |
| Video file format | MPEG-4, H.264 | MPEG-4, H.264 |
| Microphone jack | ||
| Headphone jack | ||
| Connectivity | ||
| Wireless | Built-In | Built-In |
| Bluetooth | ||
| NFC | ||
| HDMI | ||
| USB | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) |
| GPS | None | Optional |
| Physical | ||
| Environment seal | ||
| Water proofing | ||
| Dust proofing | ||
| Shock proofing | ||
| Crush proofing | ||
| Freeze proofing | ||
| Weight | 730 gr (1.61 pounds) | 703 gr (1.55 pounds) |
| Physical dimensions | 139 x 105 x 79mm (5.5" x 4.1" x 3.1") | 132 x 101 x 76mm (5.2" x 4.0" x 3.0") |
| DXO scores | ||
| DXO All around rating | 79 | not tested |
| DXO Color Depth rating | 23.6 | not tested |
| DXO Dynamic range rating | 13.2 | not tested |
| DXO Low light rating | 1135 | not tested |
| Other | ||
| Battery life | 960 images | 390 images |
| Form of battery | Battery Pack | Battery Pack |
| Battery ID | LP-E6N | D-LI109 |
| Self timer | Yes (2 or 10 sec) | Yes (2 or 12 secs) |
| Time lapse feature | ||
| Storage media | SD/SDHC/SDXC (UHS-I support) | SD/SDHC/SDXC (UHS-I supported) |
| Storage slots | 1 | 1 |
| Retail price | $1,199 | $747 |