Canon D30 vs Pentax K-7
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Canon D30 vs Pentax K-7 Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 3MP - APS-C Sensor
- 1.8" Fixed Screen
- ISO 100 - 1600
- No Video
- Canon EF Mount
- 855g - 150 x 107 x 75mm
- Revealed October 2000
(Full Review)
- 15MP - APS-C Sensor
- 3" Fixed Screen
- ISO 100 - 2000 (Raise to 6400)
- Sensor based Image Stabilization
- 1/8000s Max Shutter
- 1280 x 720 video
- Pentax KAF2 Mount
- 750g - 131 x 97 x 73mm
- Released October 2009
- Replacement is Pentax K-5
Canon D30 vs Pentax K-7 Overview
The following is a in-depth analysis of the Canon D30 and Pentax K-7, both Advanced DSLR digital cameras by companies Canon and Pentax. There is a sizeable difference between the resolutions of the D30 (3MP) and K-7 (15MP) but both cameras provide the same sensor dimensions (APS-C).
Meta to Introduce 'AI-Generated' Labels for Media starting next monthThe D30 was manufactured 10 years earlier than the K-7 which is quite a large gap as far as tech is concerned. The two cameras have the same body design (Mid-size SLR).
Before diving into a step-by-step comparison, here is a brief introduction of how the D30 grades vs the K-7 in the way of portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.
Canon D30 vs Pentax K-7 Gallery
This is a preview of the gallery images for Canon EOS D30 and Pentax K-7. The entire galleries are available at Canon D30 Gallery and Pentax K-7 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Canon D30 over the Pentax K-7
D30 | K-7 |
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Reasons to pick Pentax K-7 over the Canon D30
K-7 | D30 | |||
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Released | October 2009 | October 2000 | Newer by 109 months | |
Screen dimensions | 3" | 1.8" | Bigger screen (+1.2") | |
Screen resolution | 921k | 120k | Crisper screen (+801k dot) |
Common features in the Canon D30 and Pentax K-7
D30 | K-7 | |||
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Manual focus | More accurate focusing | |||
Screen type | Fixed | Fixed | Fixed screen | |
Selfie screen | Neither comes with selfie screen | |||
Touch friendly screen | Neither comes with Touch friendly screen |
Canon D30 vs Pentax K-7 Physical Comparison
If you're aiming to travel with your camera regularly, you need to factor in its weight and size. The Canon D30 comes with physical dimensions of 150mm x 107mm x 75mm (5.9" x 4.2" x 3.0") having a weight of 855 grams (1.88 lbs) whilst the Pentax K-7 has specifications of 131mm x 97mm x 73mm (5.2" x 3.8" x 2.9") with a weight of 750 grams (1.65 lbs).
Examine the Canon D30 and Pentax K-7 in the new Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.Take into account, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ dependant on the lens you use at that moment. Underneath is a front view over all size comparison of the D30 versus the K-7.
Looking at size and weight, the portability rating of the D30 and K-7 is 57 and 60 respectively.
Canon D30 vs Pentax K-7 Sensor Comparison
Oftentimes, its hard to see the contrast between sensor dimensions merely by reviewing a spec sheet. The image below will provide you a stronger sense of the sensor sizes in the D30 and K-7.
As you can see, both of those cameras provide the same sensor dimensions albeit not the same MP. You should expect the Pentax K-7 to deliver greater detail due to its extra 12 Megapixels. Higher resolution will also let you crop pictures more aggressively. The more aged D30 is going to be behind with regard to sensor technology.
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Canon D30 vs Pentax K-7 Specifications
Canon EOS D30 | Pentax K-7 | |
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General Information | ||
Manufacturer | Canon | Pentax |
Model | Canon EOS D30 | Pentax K-7 |
Category | Advanced DSLR | Advanced DSLR |
Revealed | 2000-10-10 | 2009-10-02 |
Physical type | Mid-size SLR | Mid-size SLR |
Sensor Information | ||
Chip | - | Prime II |
Sensor type | CMOS | CMOS |
Sensor size | APS-C | APS-C |
Sensor dimensions | 22.7 x 15.1mm | 23.4 x 15.6mm |
Sensor area | 342.8mm² | 365.0mm² |
Sensor resolution | 3 megapixel | 15 megapixel |
Anti aliasing filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 3:2 | 3:2 |
Maximum resolution | 2160 x 1440 | 4672 x 3104 |
Maximum native ISO | 1600 | 2000 |
Maximum boosted ISO | - | 6400 |
Lowest native ISO | 100 | 100 |
RAW data | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Manual focus | ||
Autofocus touch | ||
Continuous autofocus | ||
Autofocus single | ||
Tracking autofocus | ||
Autofocus selectice | ||
Autofocus center weighted | ||
Autofocus multi area | ||
Live view autofocus | ||
Face detection focus | ||
Contract detection focus | ||
Phase detection focus | ||
Number of focus points | 3 | 11 |
Lens | ||
Lens mounting type | Canon EF | Pentax KAF2 |
Amount of lenses | 250 | 151 |
Focal length multiplier | 1.6 | 1.5 |
Screen | ||
Type of screen | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Screen sizing | 1.8 inches | 3 inches |
Resolution of screen | 120 thousand dots | 921 thousand dots |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch capability | ||
Screen technology | - | TFT color LCD with AR coating |
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder | Optical (pentaprism) | Optical (pentaprism) |
Viewfinder coverage | 95% | 100% |
Viewfinder magnification | 0.55x | 0.61x |
Features | ||
Slowest shutter speed | 30 seconds | 30 seconds |
Maximum shutter speed | 1/4000 seconds | 1/8000 seconds |
Continuous shooting rate | 3.0fps | 5.0fps |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Manual mode | ||
Exposure compensation | Yes | Yes |
Change white balance | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Inbuilt flash | ||
Flash range | 12.00 m (ISO 100) | 13.00 m |
Flash modes | Auto, On, Red-eye reduction, Off | Auto, On, Off, Red-eye, Slow Sync, Rear Curtain, Wireless |
Hot shoe | ||
Auto exposure bracketing | ||
White balance bracketing | ||
Maximum flash synchronize | 1/200 seconds | 1/180 seconds |
Exposure | ||
Multisegment | ||
Average | ||
Spot | ||
Partial | ||
AF area | ||
Center weighted | ||
Video features | ||
Video resolutions | - | 1280 x 720 (30 fps), 1536 x 1024 (30 fps), 640 x 480 (30 fps), 320 x 240 (30 fps) |
Maximum video resolution | None | 1280x720 |
Video file format | - | Motion JPEG |
Mic port | ||
Headphone port | ||
Connectivity | ||
Wireless | None | None |
Bluetooth | ||
NFC | ||
HDMI | ||
USB | USB 1.0 (1.5 Mbit/sec) | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) |
GPS | None | None |
Physical | ||
Environmental sealing | ||
Water proof | ||
Dust proof | ||
Shock proof | ||
Crush proof | ||
Freeze proof | ||
Weight | 855 grams (1.88 pounds) | 750 grams (1.65 pounds) |
Physical dimensions | 150 x 107 x 75mm (5.9" x 4.2" x 3.0") | 131 x 97 x 73mm (5.2" x 3.8" x 2.9") |
DXO scores | ||
DXO All around score | not tested | 61 |
DXO Color Depth score | not tested | 22.6 |
DXO Dynamic range score | not tested | 10.6 |
DXO Low light score | not tested | 536 |
Other | ||
Battery life | - | 980 photos |
Battery type | - | Battery Pack |
Battery model | - | D-LI90 |
Self timer | Yes (10 sec) | Yes (2 or 10 sec) |
Time lapse recording | ||
Type of storage | Compact Flash (Type I or II) | SD/SDHC/MMC |
Card slots | Single | Single |
Launch cost | $3,500 | $599 |