Canon SL2 vs Pentax KF

Below is a in-depth analysis of the Canon SL2 versus Pentax KF, both Entry-Level DSLR digital cameras by competitors Canon and Pentax. The sensor resolution of the SL2 (24MP) and the KF (24MP) is very well matched and they use the exact same sensor measurements (APS-C).

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The SL2 was announced 6 years before the KF and that is quite a big gap as far as tech is concerned. Both cameras come with the identical body type (Compact SLR).

Before diving in to a full comparison, below is a simple summary of how the SL2 scores versus the KF with regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.

Here is a sample of the gallery pics for Canon EOS Rebel SL2 and Pentax KF. The whole galleries are available at Canon SL2 Gallery and Pentax KF Gallery.

For anybody who is planning to lug around your camera frequently, you should take into account its weight and proportions. The Canon SL2 features external measurements of 122mm x 93mm x 70mm (4.8" x 3.7" x 2.8") accompanied by a weight of 453 grams (1.00 lbs) while the Pentax KF has measurements of 126mm x 93mm x 74mm (5.0" x 3.7" x 2.9") having a weight of 684 grams (1.51 lbs).

Compare the Canon SL2 versus Pentax KF in the latest Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Don't forget, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ depending on the lens you have chosen at that time. The following is the front view physical size comparison of the SL2 compared to the KF.

Using size and weight, the portability rating of the SL2 and KF is 71 and 63 respectively.

Usually, it is very tough to envision the contrast between sensor measurements merely by reading through specs. The graphic below might give you a much better sense of the sensor sizing in the SL2 and KF.

As you can plainly see, each of these cameras have got the exact same sensor measurements and the same exact MP and you should expect similar quality of photographs but you should really consider the release date of the products into consideration. The older SL2 is going to be disadvantaged in sensor innovation.