Canon T6i vs Pentax K-50
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Canon T6i vs Pentax K-50 Key Specs
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- 24MP - APS-C Sensor
- 3" Fully Articulated Screen
- ISO 100 - 12800 (Raise to 25600)
- 1920 x 1080 video
- Canon EF/EF-S Mount
- 555g - 132 x 101 x 78mm
- Announced February 2015
- Additionally referred to as EOS 750D / Kiss X8i
- Replaced the Canon 700D
- Replacement is Canon T7i
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- 16MP - APS-C Sensor
- 3" Fixed Screen
- ISO 100 - 51600
- Sensor based Image Stabilization
- 1/6000s Maximum Shutter
- 1920 x 1080 video
- Pentax KAF2 Mount
- 650g - 130 x 97 x 71mm
- Launched November 2013
- Older Model is Pentax K-30
Canon T6i vs Pentax K-50 Overview
Here is a in depth analysis of the Canon T6i versus Pentax K-50, both Entry-Level DSLR cameras by manufacturers Canon and Pentax. There is a large difference among the sensor resolutions of the T6i (24MP) and K-50 (16MP) but they enjoy the same exact sensor dimensions (APS-C).
TikTok Developing Photo App to Challenge Instagram's DominanceThe T6i was launched 15 months later than the K-50 which makes the cameras a generation apart from each other. Each of the cameras offer the identical body type (Compact SLR).
Before getting in to a thorough comparison, below is a brief summation of how the T6i matches up versus the K-50 when it comes to portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.
Canon T6i vs Pentax K-50 Gallery
Following is a preview of the gallery images for Canon EOS Rebel T6i & Pentax K-50. The complete galleries are viewable at Canon T6i Gallery & Pentax K-50 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Canon T6i over the Pentax K-50
T6i | K-50 | |||
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Launched | February 2015 | November 2013 | Fresher by 15 months | |
Screen type | Fully Articulated | Fixed | Fully Articulating screen | |
Screen resolution | 1040k | 921k | Crisper screen (+119k dot) | |
Selfie screen | Easy selfies | |||
Touch screen | Quickly navigate |
Reasons to pick Pentax K-50 over the Canon T6i
K-50 | T6i |
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Common features in the Canon T6i and Pentax K-50
T6i | K-50 | |||
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Manually focus | Dial exact focusing | |||
Screen sizing | 3" | 3" | Equivalent screen sizing |
Canon T6i vs Pentax K-50 Physical Comparison
For those who are aiming to carry your camera frequently, you need to factor in its weight and size. The Canon T6i has outer dimensions of 132mm x 101mm x 78mm (5.2" x 4.0" x 3.1") with a weight of 555 grams (1.22 lbs) whilst the Pentax K-50 has specifications of 130mm x 97mm x 71mm (5.1" x 3.8" x 2.8") along with a weight of 650 grams (1.43 lbs).
Compare the Canon T6i versus Pentax K-50 in our brand new Camera plus Lens Size Comparison Tool.Bear in mind, the weight of an ILC will change depending on the lens you choose at the time. Underneath is the front view scale comparison of the T6i against the K-50.
Taking into account size and weight, the portability rating of the T6i and K-50 is 66 and 63 respectively.
Canon T6i vs Pentax K-50 Sensor Comparison
Often, it can be hard to envision the difference in sensor sizing merely by researching technical specs. The photograph here should offer you a more clear sense of the sensor dimensions in the T6i and K-50.
As you can tell, each of the cameras offer the same exact sensor sizing albeit not the same megapixels. You can expect the Canon T6i to result in extra detail utilizing its extra 8 Megapixels. Higher resolution will enable you to crop photographs a little more aggressively. The fresher T6i will have an advantage with regard to sensor technology.
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Canon T6i vs Pentax K-50 Specifications
Canon EOS Rebel T6i | Pentax K-50 | |
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General Information | ||
Brand | Canon | Pentax |
Model | Canon EOS Rebel T6i | Pentax K-50 |
Also called as | EOS 750D / Kiss X8i | - |
Class | Entry-Level DSLR | Entry-Level DSLR |
Announced | 2015-02-06 | 2013-11-27 |
Physical type | Compact SLR | Compact SLR |
Sensor Information | ||
Chip | DIGIC 6 | PRIME M |
Sensor type | CMOS | CMOS |
Sensor size | APS-C | APS-C |
Sensor measurements | 22.3 x 14.9mm | 23.7 x 15.7mm |
Sensor surface area | 332.3mm² | 372.1mm² |
Sensor resolution | 24 megapixels | 16 megapixels |
Anti aliasing filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 1:1, 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 | 3:2 |
Full resolution | 6000 x 4000 | 4928 x 3264 |
Max native ISO | 12800 | 51600 |
Max boosted ISO | 25600 | - |
Min native ISO | 100 | 100 |
RAW data | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Focus manually | ||
Autofocus touch | ||
Autofocus continuous | ||
Single autofocus | ||
Autofocus tracking | ||
Selective autofocus | ||
Autofocus center weighted | ||
Multi area autofocus | ||
Autofocus live view | ||
Face detection focus | ||
Contract detection focus | ||
Phase detection focus | ||
Number of focus points | 19 | 11 |
Cross focus points | 19 | 9 |
Lens | ||
Lens mounting type | Canon EF/EF-S | Pentax KAF2 |
Amount of lenses | 326 | 151 |
Focal length multiplier | 1.6 | 1.5 |
Screen | ||
Type of screen | Fully Articulated | Fixed Type |
Screen diagonal | 3 inch | 3 inch |
Resolution of screen | 1,040 thousand dots | 921 thousand dots |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch functionality | ||
Screen tech | - | TFT LCD monitor with brightness/color adjustment and AR coating |
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder type | Optical (pentamirror) | Optical (pentaprism) |
Viewfinder coverage | 95% | 100% |
Viewfinder magnification | 0.51x | 0.61x |
Features | ||
Slowest shutter speed | 30 secs | 30 secs |
Maximum shutter speed | 1/4000 secs | 1/6000 secs |
Continuous shooting rate | 5.0 frames/s | 6.0 frames/s |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Manually set exposure | ||
Exposure compensation | Yes | Yes |
Custom white balance | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Inbuilt flash | ||
Flash range | 12.00 m (at ISO 100) | 12.00 m (at ISO 100) |
Flash options | - | Auto, On, Off, Red-eye, Slow Sync, Slow Sync+Redeye, Trailing Curtain Sync, Wireless |
Hot shoe | ||
AE bracketing | ||
WB bracketing | ||
Maximum flash synchronize | 1/200 secs | 1/180 secs |
Exposure | ||
Multisegment metering | ||
Average metering | ||
Spot metering | ||
Partial metering | ||
AF area metering | ||
Center weighted metering | ||
Video features | ||
Video resolutions | 1920 x 1080 (30p, 25p, 24p), 1280 x 720 (60p, 50p), 640 x 480 (30p, 25p) | 1920 x 1080 (30,25,24 fps), 1280 x 720 (60,50,30,25,24 fps), 640 x 424 (30,25,24 fps) |
Max video resolution | 1920x1080 | 1920x1080 |
Video format | MPEG-4, H.264 | MPEG-4, H.264 |
Microphone port | ||
Headphone port | ||
Connectivity | ||
Wireless | Built-In | None |
Bluetooth | ||
NFC | ||
HDMI | ||
USB | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) |
GPS | None | Optional |
Physical | ||
Environmental sealing | ||
Water proof | ||
Dust proof | ||
Shock proof | ||
Crush proof | ||
Freeze proof | ||
Weight | 555 grams (1.22 lbs) | 650 grams (1.43 lbs) |
Dimensions | 132 x 101 x 78mm (5.2" x 4.0" x 3.1") | 130 x 97 x 71mm (5.1" x 3.8" x 2.8") |
DXO scores | ||
DXO All around score | 71 | 79 |
DXO Color Depth score | 22.7 | 23.7 |
DXO Dynamic range score | 12.0 | 13.0 |
DXO Low light score | 919 | 1120 |
Other | ||
Battery life | 440 shots | 410 shots |
Battery type | Battery Pack | Battery Pack |
Battery model | LP-E17 | D-LI109 |
Self timer | Yes (2 or 10 secs) | Yes ( 2 or 12 seconds) |
Time lapse recording | ||
Type of storage | SD/SDHC/SDXC (UHS-I compatible) | SD/SDHC/SDXC |
Card slots | 1 | 1 |
Pricing at launch | $749 | $610 |