Canon RP vs Pentax KP

In this write-up, we are reviewing the Canon RP vs Pentax KP, one being a Advanced Mirrorless and the other is a Advanced DSLR by companies Canon and Pentax. The sensor resolution of the RP (26MP) and the KP (24MP) is very well matched but the RP (Full frame) and KP (APS-C) enjoy different sensor sizing.

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The RP was launched 2 years later than the KP and that is quite a sizable gap as far as technology is concerned. Each of these cameras offer different body type with the Canon RP being a SLR-style mirrorless camera and the Pentax KP being a Mid-size SLR camera.

Before going through a step-by-step comparison, below is a quick view of how the RP scores against the KP with regard to portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.

The following is a sample of the gallery pics for Canon EOS RP and Pentax KP. The complete galleries are viewable at Canon RP Gallery and Pentax KP Gallery.

For those who are going to lug around your camera often, you're going to have to factor in its weight and measurements. The Canon RP comes with external measurements of 133mm x 85mm x 70mm (5.2" x 3.3" x 2.8") having a weight of 485 grams (1.07 lbs) and the Pentax KP has proportions of 132mm x 101mm x 76mm (5.2" x 4.0" x 3.0") and a weight of 703 grams (1.55 lbs).

Compare the Canon RP vs Pentax KP in the latest Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Keep in mind, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary based on the lens you use at that moment. The following is the front view sizing comparison of the RP versus the KP.

Taking into consideration dimensions and weight, the portability grade of the RP and KP is 70 and 61 respectively.

Normally, its difficult to visualize the difference between sensor measurements just by looking at technical specs. The photograph below will give you a stronger sense of the sensor sizing in the RP and KP.

As you have seen, both of the cameras enjoy different megapixel count and different sensor measurements. The RP because of its larger sensor is going to make achieving shallower depth of field easier and the Canon RP will give you extra detail utilizing its extra 2 Megapixels. Greater resolution will let you crop pics far more aggressively. The younger RP provides an advantage in sensor technology.