Canon SL3 vs Pentax K-500

Following is a extensive review of the Canon SL3 versus Pentax K-500, both Entry-Level DSLR cameras by rivals Canon and Pentax. There exists a crucial gap among the sensor resolutions of the SL3 (24MP) and K-500 (16MP) but both cameras boast the identical sensor size (APS-C).

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The SL3 was released 5 years after the K-500 which is a fairly serious gap as far as camera technology is concerned. The two cameras feature the same body design (Compact SLR).

Before getting into a step-by-step comparison, here is a concise highlight of how the SL3 scores versus the K-500 with regard to portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

The following is a sample of the gallery pics for Canon EOS Rebel SL3 and Pentax K-500. The complete galleries are available at Canon SL3 Gallery and Pentax K-500 Gallery.

In case you're looking to carry around your camera, you will want to take into account its weight and volume. The Canon SL3 has external dimensions of 122mm x 93mm x 70mm (4.8" x 3.7" x 2.8") with a weight of 449 grams (0.99 lbs) and the Pentax K-500 has sizing of 130mm x 97mm x 71mm (5.1" x 3.8" x 2.8") with a weight of 646 grams (1.42 lbs).

Look at the Canon SL3 versus Pentax K-500 in the latest Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Don't forget, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ based on the lens you are working with at that moment. Below is a front view dimensions comparison of the SL3 compared to the K-500.

Taking into consideration dimensions and weight, the portability grade of the SL3 and K-500 is 71 and 64 respectively.

Typically, its difficult to imagine the contrast in sensor sizes simply by seeing specifications. The image here might offer you a much better sense of the sensor dimensions in the SL3 and K-500.

Plainly, both of the cameras feature the identical sensor size but different MP. You should expect to see the Canon SL3 to provide extra detail as a result of its extra 8 Megapixels. Greater resolution will also enable you to crop photos way more aggressively. The more recent SL3 should have a benefit in sensor tech.