Canon D30 vs Pentax K-1

Following is a extensive comparison of the Canon D30 vs Pentax K-1, both Advanced DSLR digital cameras by brands Canon and Pentax. There is a large difference between the image resolutions of the D30 (3MP) and K-1 (36MP) and the D30 (APS-C) and K-1 (Full frame) come with different sensor sizes.

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The D30 was launched 16 years prior to the K-1 which is quite a serious difference as far as tech is concerned. Both of the cameras offer the identical body type (Mid-size SLR).

Before going straight into a full comparison, below is a concise view of how the D30 grades vs the K-1 for portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

Following is a sample of the gallery pictures for Canon EOS D30 & Pentax K-1. The complete galleries are viewable at Canon D30 Gallery & Pentax K-1 Gallery.

When you are going to carry around your camera frequently, you should consider its weight and volume. The Canon D30 has physical measurements of 150mm x 107mm x 75mm (5.9" x 4.2" x 3.0") and a weight of 855 grams (1.88 lbs) whilst the Pentax K-1 has sizing of 137mm x 110mm x 86mm (5.4" x 4.3" x 3.4") and a weight of 1010 grams (2.23 lbs).

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Take into consideration, the weight of an ILC will differ based on the lens you have attached at that moment. Here is the front view proportions comparison of the D30 compared to the K-1.

Taking into consideration size and weight, the portability grade of the D30 and K-1 is 57 and 55 respectively.

Usually, it can be hard to picture the contrast between sensor sizes merely by going over a spec sheet. The pic here might provide you a stronger sense of the sensor sizing in the D30 and K-1.

As you can see, both of the cameras enjoy different megapixels and different sensor sizes. The D30 featuring a tinier sensor is going to make achieving shallower depth of field more difficult and the Pentax K-1 will deliver greater detail utilizing its extra 33 Megapixels. Greater resolution will make it easier to crop pics far more aggressively. The more aged D30 is going to be behind with regard to sensor innovation.