Canon 80D vs Pentax ist DL2
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Canon 80D vs Pentax ist DL2 Key Specs
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- 6MP - APS-C Sensor
- 2.5" Fixed Display
- ISO 200 - 3200
- Pentax KAF Mount
- 565g - 125 x 93 x 66mm
- Launched January 2006
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On this page, we are reviewing the Canon 80D and Pentax ist DL2, both Advanced DSLR digital cameras by competitors Canon and Pentax. There is a huge difference between the sensor resolutions of the 80D (24MP) and ist DL2 (6MP) but both cameras posses the same sensor measurements (APS-C).
Photography GlossaryThe 80D was manufactured 10 years later than the ist DL2 and that is quite a significant gap as far as tech is concerned. The two cameras have the same body design (Mid-size SLR).
Before going into a in-depth comparison, here is a short introduction of how the 80D grades versus the ist DL2 in terms of portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.
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Reasons to pick Canon 80D over the Pentax ist DL2
| 80D | ist DL2 | |||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Launched | February 2016 |  | January 2006 | Fresher by 123 months |
| Display type | Fully Articulated |  | Fixed | Fully Articulating display |
| Display dimensions | 3" |  | 2.5" | Larger display (+0.5") |
| Display resolution | 1040k |  | 210k | Sharper display (+830k dot) |
| Selfie screen |  | Take selfies | ||
| Touch display |  | Easily navigate |
Reasons to pick Pentax ist DL2 over the Canon 80D
| ist DL2 | 80D |
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Common features in the Canon 80D and Pentax ist DL2
| 80D | ist DL2 | |||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Manual focus |  | More accurate focusing |
Canon 80D vs Pentax ist DL2 Physical Comparison
If you are aiming to carry your camera, you're going to have to factor its weight and dimensions. The Canon 80D provides external measurements of 139mm x 105mm x 79mm (5.5" x 4.1" x 3.1") having a weight of 730 grams (1.61 lbs) and the Pentax ist DL2 has dimensions of 125mm x 93mm x 66mm (4.9" x 3.7" x 2.6") having a weight of 565 grams (1.25 lbs).
Check the Canon 80D and Pentax ist DL2 in the latest Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.
Don't forget, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ based on the lens you have chosen at that time. Here is a front view sizing comparison of the 80D versus the ist DL2.
Considering size and weight, the portability score of the 80D and ist DL2 is 59 and 69 respectively.
Canon 80D vs Pentax ist DL2 Sensor Comparison
Generally, it is very difficult to envision the difference between sensor sizing just by checking specifications. The photograph underneath may offer you a greater sense of the sensor sizing in the 80D and ist DL2.
Plainly, both of these cameras have the same sensor dimensions but not the same MP. You should anticipate the Canon 80D to give extra detail due to its extra 18MP. Greater resolution will also help you crop pics a bit more aggressively. The more recent 80D will have a benefit in sensor tech.
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Canon 80D vs Pentax ist DL2 Specifications
| Canon EOS 80D | Pentax ist DL2 | |
|---|---|---|
| General Information | ||
| Company | Canon | Pentax |
| Model type | Canon EOS 80D | Pentax ist DL2 |
| Category | Advanced DSLR | Advanced DSLR |
| Announced | 2016-02-18 | 2006-01-27 |
| Physical type | Mid-size SLR | Mid-size SLR |
| Sensor Information | ||
| Processor Chip | DIGIC 6 | - |
| Sensor type | CMOS | CCD |
| Sensor size | APS-C | APS-C |
| Sensor dimensions | 22.5 x 15mm | 23.5 x 15.7mm |
| Sensor surface area | 337.5mm² | 369.0mm² |
| Sensor resolution | 24 megapixel | 6 megapixel |
| Anti alias filter | ||
| Aspect ratio | 1:1, 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 | 3:2 |
| Max resolution | 6000 x 4000 | 3008 x 2008 |
| Max native ISO | 16000 | 3200 |
| Max enhanced ISO | 25600 | - |
| Lowest native ISO | 100 | 200 |
| RAW images | ||
| Autofocusing | ||
| Manual focusing | ||
| Touch to focus | ||
| Autofocus continuous | ||
| Single autofocus | ||
| Tracking autofocus | ||
| Autofocus selectice | ||
| Autofocus center weighted | ||
| Multi area autofocus | ||
| Live view autofocus | ||
| Face detect autofocus | ||
| Contract detect autofocus | ||
| Phase detect autofocus | ||
| Total focus points | 45 | 5 |
| Cross type focus points | 45 | - |
| Lens | ||
| Lens mount type | Canon EF/EF-S | Pentax KAF |
| Total lenses | 326 | 151 |
| Crop factor | 1.6 | 1.5 |
| Screen | ||
| Type of display | Fully Articulated | Fixed Type |
| Display diagonal | 3" | 2.5" |
| Display resolution | 1,040 thousand dots | 210 thousand dots |
| Selfie friendly | ||
| Liveview | ||
| Touch display | ||
| Viewfinder Information | ||
| Viewfinder type | Optical (pentaprism) | Optical |
| Viewfinder coverage | 100% | 95% |
| Viewfinder magnification | 0.6x | 0.57x |
| Features | ||
| Minimum shutter speed | 30 seconds | 30 seconds |
| Fastest shutter speed | 1/8000 seconds | 1/4000 seconds |
| Continuous shutter rate | 7.0 frames/s | 3.0 frames/s |
| Shutter priority | ||
| Aperture priority | ||
| Manual mode | ||
| Exposure compensation | Yes | Yes |
| Set white balance | ||
| Image stabilization | ||
| Integrated flash | ||
| Flash distance | 12.00 m (at ISO 100) | - |
| Flash options | - | Auto, On, Off, Red-eye reduction |
| External flash | ||
| AEB | ||
| WB bracketing | ||
| Fastest flash synchronize | 1/250 seconds | - |
| Exposure | ||
| Multisegment exposure | ||
| Average exposure | ||
| Spot exposure | ||
| Partial exposure | ||
| AF area exposure | ||
| Center weighted exposure | ||
| Video features | ||
| Supported video resolutions | 1920 x 1080 (60p, 30p, 24p), 1280 x 720 (60p, 30p) | - |
| Max video resolution | 1920x1080 | - |
| Video data format | MPEG-4, H.264 | - |
| Mic port | ||
| Headphone port | ||
| Connectivity | ||
| Wireless | Built-In | No |
| Bluetooth | ||
| NFC | ||
| HDMI | ||
| USB | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) | USB 1.0 (1.5 Mbit/sec) |
| GPS | None | None |
| Physical | ||
| Environment sealing | ||
| Water proofing | ||
| Dust proofing | ||
| Shock proofing | ||
| Crush proofing | ||
| Freeze proofing | ||
| Weight | 730 grams (1.61 lbs) | 565 grams (1.25 lbs) |
| Physical dimensions | 139 x 105 x 79mm (5.5" x 4.1" x 3.1") | 125 x 93 x 66mm (4.9" x 3.7" x 2.6") |
| DXO scores | ||
| DXO Overall rating | 79 | 65 |
| DXO Color Depth rating | 23.6 | 22.9 |
| DXO Dynamic range rating | 13.2 | 11.1 |
| DXO Low light rating | 1135 | 639 |
| Other | ||
| Battery life | 960 photographs | - |
| Battery type | Battery Pack | - |
| Battery ID | LP-E6N | 4 x AA |
| Self timer | Yes (2 or 10 sec) | Yes (2 or 12 sec) |
| Time lapse shooting | ||
| Storage type | SD/SDHC/SDXC (UHS-I support) | SD/MMC card |
| Card slots | Single | Single |
| Retail pricing | $1,199 | - |
