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Canon T6i vs Pentax K-S2

Portability
66
Imaging
66
Features
76
Overall
70
Canon EOS Rebel T6i front
 
Pentax K-S2 front
Portability
64
Imaging
64
Features
82
Overall
71

Canon T6i vs Pentax K-S2 Key Specs

Canon T6i
(Full Review)
  • 24MP - APS-C Sensor
  • 3" Fully Articulated Screen
  • ISO 100 - 12800 (Push to 25600)
  • 1920 x 1080 video
  • Canon EF/EF-S Mount
  • 555g - 132 x 101 x 78mm
  • Launched February 2015
  • Other Name is EOS 750D / Kiss X8i
  • Old Model is Canon 700D
  • Updated by Canon T7i
Pentax K-S2
(Full Review)
  • 20MP - APS-C Sensor
  • 3" Fully Articulated Display
  • ISO 100 - 51200
  • Sensor based Image Stabilization
  • No Anti-Alias Filter
  • 1/6000s Max Shutter
  • 1920 x 1080 video
  • Pentax KAF2 Mount
  • 678g - 123 x 91 x 73mm
  • Released February 2015
  • Previous Model is Pentax K-S1
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Canon T6i vs Pentax K-S2 Overview

The following is a in depth review of the Canon T6i and Pentax K-S2, both Entry-Level DSLR digital cameras by competitors Canon and Pentax. The resolution of the T6i (24MP) and the K-S2 (20MP) is fairly well matched and they possess the same exact sensor dimensions (APS-C).

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The T6i was introduced very close to the K-S2 so they are of a similar generation. Each of these cameras offer the identical body type (Compact SLR).

Before diving straight into a detailed comparison, below is a concise overview of how the T6i grades vs the K-S2 in the way of portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

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Reasons to pick Canon T6i over the Pentax K-S2

 T6i K-S2 
Display resolution1040k921kCrisper display (+119k dot)
Touch friendly display Easily navigate

Reasons to pick Pentax K-S2 over the Canon T6i

 K-S2 T6i 

Common features in the Canon T6i and Pentax K-S2

 T6i K-S2 
ReleasedFebruary 2015February 2015Similar generation
Focus manually Dial exact focus
Display typeFully ArticulatedFully ArticulatedFully Articulated display
Display sizing3"3"Equivalent display sizing
Selfie screen Both good for selfies

Canon T6i vs Pentax K-S2 Physical Comparison

When you are going to travel with your camera regularly, you have to take into account its weight and measurements. The Canon T6i provides exterior dimensions of 132mm x 101mm x 78mm (5.2" x 4.0" x 3.1") accompanied by a weight of 555 grams (1.22 lbs) and the Pentax K-S2 has proportions of 123mm x 91mm x 73mm (4.8" x 3.6" x 2.9") with a weight of 678 grams (1.49 lbs).

Take a look at the Canon T6i and Pentax K-S2 in the latest Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool. Camera Size Comparison with Lenses

Remember that, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary based on the lens you are using at the time. Following is the front view over all size comparison of the T6i vs the K-S2.

Canon T6i vs Pentax K-S2 size comparison

Taking into account size and weight, the portability score of the T6i and K-S2 is 66 and 64 respectively.

Canon T6i vs Pentax K-S2 top view buttons comparison

Canon T6i vs Pentax K-S2 Sensor Comparison

Usually, it is very difficult to see the difference between sensor dimensions purely by looking at a spec sheet. The picture here may give you a far better sense of the sensor sizes in the T6i and K-S2.

Clearly, both of the cameras enjoy the same exact sensor sizing but not the same resolution. You should anticipate the Canon T6i to give greater detail using its extra 4 Megapixels. Greater resolution can also help you crop photos far more aggressively.

Canon T6i vs Pentax K-S2 sensor size comparison

Canon T6i vs Pentax K-S2 Screen and ViewFinder

Canon T6i vs Pentax K-S2 Screen and Viewfinder comparison
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Photography Type Scores

Portrait Comparison

Canon T6i as a Portrait photography camera
Pentax K-S2 as a Portrait photography camera
79
you can focus manually
good resolution (24MP)
decent sensor size (APS-C)
offers face detect focusing
supports RAW files
78
you can focus manually
megapixel count decent (20 megapixels)
decent sensor size (APS-C)
offers face detection focusing
exports RAW files
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Street Comparison

Street photography with Canon T6i
Street photography with Pentax K-S2
71
screen articulates fully
decent sensor size (APS-C)
supports RAW files
features touch to focus
no image stabilization
72
screen can move to multiple angles
built in image stabilization (Sensor based)
decent sensor size (APS-C)
exports RAW files
weather proofing
above average ISO range (51,200)
more heavy than average (678g)
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Sports Comparison

Canon T6i Sports photography features
Pentax K-S2 Sports photography features
61
good resolution (24 megapixels)
decent sensor size (APS-C)
offers tracking focus
supports phase detect AF
low frames per second (5.0 frames per second)
no image stabilization
bad battery pack (440 per charge)
70
high shutter speed (1/6,000 seconds)
built in image stabilization (Sensor based)
megapixel count decent (20MP)
decent sensor size (APS-C)
offers tracking autofocus
weather proofing
sensor has phase detect AF
max frames per second very slow (5.4 frames per second)
low battery power (410 CIPA)
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Travel Comparison

Travel photography with Canon T6i
Travel photography with Pentax K-S2
66
features touch to focus
good resolution (24MP)
flash built-in
display is selfie friendly
no Timelapse function
bad battery pack (440 per charge)
65
weather proofing
megapixel count decent (20 megapixels)
has built in flash
selfie friendly display
low battery power (410 shots)
more heavy than average (678 grams)
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Landscape Comparison

Canon T6i as a Landscape photography camera
Pentax K-S2 as a Landscape photography camera
66
you can focus manually
interchangeable lenses (Canon EF/EF-S mount)
pretty good screen size (3 inch)
good resolution (24 megapixels)
decent sensor size (APS-C)
supports RAW files
no image stabilization
bad battery pack (440 CIPA)
no Timelapse function
77
you can focus manually
swap lenses (Pentax KAF2 mount)
nice screen size (3 inch)
built in image stabilization (Sensor based)
megapixel count decent (20MP)
decent sensor size (APS-C)
doesnt have anti-alias filter
above average ISO range (51,200)
exports RAW files
weather proofing
low battery power (410 CIPA)
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Vlogging Comparison

Canon T6i Vlogging details
Pentax K-S2 Vlogging details
72
display is selfie friendly
touch screen
offers face detect focusing
high quality video (1920 x 1080 pxls)
comes with microphone socket
no image stabilization
71
selfie friendly display
built in image stabilization (Sensor based)
offers face detection focusing
good video quality (1920 x 1080 resolution)
includes external microphone socket
more heavy than average (678g)
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Canon T6i vs Pentax K-S2 Specifications

Detailed spec comparison table for Canon T6i and Pentax K-S2
 Canon EOS Rebel T6iPentax K-S2
General Information
Company Canon Pentax
Model Canon EOS Rebel T6i Pentax K-S2
Otherwise known as EOS 750D / Kiss X8i -
Category Entry-Level DSLR Entry-Level DSLR
Launched 2015-02-06 2015-02-10
Physical type Compact SLR Compact SLR
Sensor Information
Powered by DIGIC 6 PRIME MII
Sensor type CMOS CMOS
Sensor size APS-C APS-C
Sensor measurements 22.3 x 14.9mm 23.5 x 15.6mm
Sensor area 332.3mm² 366.6mm²
Sensor resolution 24 megapixels 20 megapixels
Anti aliasing filter
Aspect ratio 1:1, 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 3:2
Maximum resolution 6000 x 4000 5472 x 3648
Maximum native ISO 12800 51200
Maximum boosted ISO 25600 -
Lowest native ISO 100 100
RAW pictures
Autofocusing
Manual focus
Touch focus
Continuous autofocus
Single autofocus
Tracking autofocus
Selective autofocus
Autofocus center weighted
Autofocus multi area
Autofocus live view
Face detection autofocus
Contract detection autofocus
Phase detection autofocus
Number of focus points 19 11
Cross focus points 19 -
Lens
Lens mounting type Canon EF/EF-S Pentax KAF2
Number of lenses 326 151
Crop factor 1.6 1.5
Screen
Type of screen Fully Articulated Fully Articulated
Screen sizing 3 inches 3 inches
Resolution of screen 1,040k dots 921k dots
Selfie friendly
Liveview
Touch function
Viewfinder Information
Viewfinder Optical (pentamirror) Optical (pentaprism)
Viewfinder coverage 95 percent 100 percent
Viewfinder magnification 0.51x 0.64x
Features
Lowest shutter speed 30 secs 30 secs
Highest shutter speed 1/4000 secs 1/6000 secs
Continuous shooting rate 5.0 frames per sec 5.4 frames per sec
Shutter priority
Aperture priority
Expose Manually
Exposure compensation Yes Yes
Custom white balance
Image stabilization
Built-in flash
Flash range 12.00 m (at ISO 100) 12.00 m (at ISO 100)
Flash options - Auto, auto w/redeye reduction, flash on, flash on + redeye reduction, slow sync, trailing curtain sync, manual flash
Hot shoe
AE bracketing
White balance bracketing
Highest flash synchronize 1/200 secs -
Exposure
Multisegment
Average
Spot
Partial
AF area
Center weighted
Video features
Video resolutions 1920 x 1080 (30p, 25p, 24p), 1280 x 720 (60p, 50p), 640 x 480 (30p, 25p) 1920 x 1080 (30p, 25p, 24p), 1280 x 720 (60p, 50p)
Maximum video resolution 1920x1080 1920x1080
Video file format MPEG-4, H.264 MPEG-4, H.264
Microphone port
Headphone port
Connectivity
Wireless Built-In Built-In
Bluetooth
NFC
HDMI
USB USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec)
GPS None Optional
Physical
Environment sealing
Water proof
Dust proof
Shock proof
Crush proof
Freeze proof
Weight 555 grams (1.22 lb) 678 grams (1.49 lb)
Dimensions 132 x 101 x 78mm (5.2" x 4.0" x 3.1") 123 x 91 x 73mm (4.8" x 3.6" x 2.9")
DXO scores
DXO All around score 71 not tested
DXO Color Depth score 22.7 not tested
DXO Dynamic range score 12.0 not tested
DXO Low light score 919 not tested
Other
Battery life 440 images 410 images
Battery type Battery Pack Battery Pack
Battery model LP-E17 D-LI109
Self timer Yes (2 or 10 secs) Yes (2 or 12 secs)
Time lapse feature
Type of storage SD/SDHC/SDXC (UHS-I compatible) SD/SDHC/SDXC
Card slots 1 1
Cost at launch $749 $581