Canon T6i vs Pentax K-500

In this article, we are analyzing the Canon T6i and Pentax K-500, both Entry-Level DSLR cameras by competitors Canon and Pentax. There is a sizable difference among the sensor resolutions of the T6i (24MP) and K-500 (16MP) but they come with the same exact sensor measurements (APS-C).

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The T6i was launched 15 months after the K-500 making the cameras a generation away from each other. Both of these cameras offer the identical body type (Compact SLR).

Before diving through a complete comparison, below is a concise highlight of how the T6i scores against the K-500 with respect to portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

The following is a sample of the gallery pics for Canon EOS Rebel T6i & Pentax K-500. The complete galleries are provided at Canon T6i Gallery & Pentax K-500 Gallery.

In case you're planning to carry around your camera often, you have to factor in its weight and dimensions. The Canon T6i provides exterior dimensions of 132mm x 101mm x 78mm (5.2" x 4.0" x 3.1") along with a weight of 555 grams (1.22 lbs) whilst the Pentax K-500 has dimensions of 130mm x 97mm x 71mm (5.1" x 3.8" x 2.8") with a weight of 646 grams (1.42 lbs).

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Keep in mind, the weight of an ILC will change dependant on the lens you choose during that time. Underneath is the front view measurements comparison of the T6i vs the K-500.

Taking into account size and weight, the portability rating of the T6i and K-500 is 66 and 64 respectively.

Generally, it is very hard to visualise the gap in sensor sizes purely by checking out a spec sheet. The picture below will help give you a greater sense of the sensor dimensions in the T6i and K-500.

Clearly, both cameras offer the same exact sensor sizing but not the same megapixels. You can expect to see the Canon T6i to produce more detail utilizing its extra 8 Megapixels. Greater resolution can also help you crop images a little more aggressively. The more modern T6i is going to have an edge with regard to sensor tech.