Canon 90D vs Pentax K-5 II

Here is a extensive assessment of the Canon 90D and Pentax K-5 II, both Advanced DSLR cameras by rivals Canon and Pentax. There exists a significant gap among the image resolutions of the 90D (33MP) and K-5 II (16MP) but they come with the exact same sensor dimensions (APS-C).

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The 90D was introduced 6 years later than the K-5 II and that is a fairly sizable gap as far as camera technology is concerned. Each of these cameras come with the identical body type (Mid-size SLR).

Before delving straight into a full comparison, below is a concise synopsis of how the 90D grades versus the K-5 II for portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

This is a preview of the gallery images for Canon EOS 90D and Pentax K-5 II. The whole galleries are available at Canon 90D Gallery and Pentax K-5 II Gallery.

For anyone who is looking to carry your camera, you should take into account its weight and volume. The Canon 90D has got outer measurements of 141mm x 105mm x 77mm (5.6" x 4.1" x 3.0") along with a weight of 701 grams (1.55 lbs) while the Pentax K-5 II has sizing of 131mm x 97mm x 73mm (5.2" x 3.8" x 2.9") and a weight of 760 grams (1.68 lbs).

Compare the Canon 90D and Pentax K-5 II in the all new Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Take into account, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ depending on the lens you select at that moment. Following is the front view sizing comparison of the 90D versus the K-5 II.

Using dimensions and weight, the portability grade of the 90D and K-5 II is 60 and 60 respectively.

More often than not, it is very hard to imagine the difference in sensor sizing just by viewing technical specs. The graphic below should provide you a stronger sense of the sensor measurements in the 90D and K-5 II.

As you have seen, each of the cameras posses the exact same sensor measurements albeit different resolution. You should expect the Canon 90D to provide you with greater detail using its extra 17 Megapixels. Higher resolution will also make it easier to crop photographs somewhat more aggressively. The newer 90D should have a benefit with regard to sensor technology.