Canon SL3 vs Pentax K-50

Lets look closer at the Canon SL3 and Pentax K-50, both Entry-Level DSLR cameras by brands Canon and Pentax. There exists a sizable gap among the sensor resolutions of the SL3 (24MP) and K-50 (16MP) but both cameras posses the same sensor sizing (APS-C).

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The SL3 was released 5 years after the K-50 which is a fairly significant difference as far as camera technology is concerned. Both of these cameras have the same body design (Compact SLR).

Before we go into a step-by-step comparison, here is a quick summary of how the SL3 scores versus the K-50 with regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

This is a preview of the gallery images for Canon EOS Rebel SL3 & Pentax K-50. The complete galleries are available at Canon SL3 Gallery & Pentax K-50 Gallery.

If you're going to carry around your camera, you're going to have to consider its weight and dimensions. The Canon SL3 has external measurements of 122mm x 93mm x 70mm (4.8" x 3.7" x 2.8") with a weight of 449 grams (0.99 lbs) while the Pentax K-50 has dimensions of 130mm x 97mm x 71mm (5.1" x 3.8" x 2.8") along with a weight of 650 grams (1.43 lbs).

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Take into account, the weight of an ILC will vary dependant on the lens you have during that time. Underneath is a front view sizing comparison of the SL3 and the K-50.

Taking into account dimensions and weight, the portability grade of the SL3 and K-50 is 71 and 63 respectively.

More often than not, it can be difficult to envision the gap in sensor sizes simply by viewing a spec sheet. The image below will help give you a better sense of the sensor sizing in the SL3 and K-50.

Clearly, each of these cameras have the same sensor dimensions albeit not the same megapixels. You can expect the Canon SL3 to provide you with greater detail as a result of its extra 8 Megapixels. Higher resolution can also allow you to crop shots a bit more aggressively. The more recent SL3 will have an advantage in sensor technology.