Canon T6i vs Pentax K-x
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Canon T6i vs Pentax K-x Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 24MP - APS-C Sensor
- 3" Fully Articulated Display
- ISO 100 - 12800 (Bump to 25600)
- 1920 x 1080 video
- Canon EF/EF-S Mount
- 555g - 132 x 101 x 78mm
- Released February 2015
- Also referred to as EOS 750D / Kiss X8i
- Replaced the Canon 700D
- Refreshed by Canon T7i
(Full Review)
- 12MP - APS-C Sensor
- 2.7" Fixed Display
- ISO 100 - 6400 (Bump to 12800)
- Sensor based Image Stabilization
- 1/6000s Maximum Shutter
- 1280 x 720 video
- Pentax KAF2 Mount
- 580g - 123 x 92 x 68mm
- Revealed December 2009
Canon T6i vs Pentax K-x Overview
Its time to look more closely at the Canon T6i vs Pentax K-x, both Entry-Level DSLR digital cameras by competitors Canon and Pentax. There is a sizable difference between the image resolutions of the T6i (24MP) and K-x (12MP) but both cameras provide the identical sensor measurements (APS-C).
Sora from OpenAI releases its first ever music videoThe T6i was revealed 5 years after the K-x which is quite a significant difference as far as tech is concerned. Both of these cameras feature the same body design (Compact SLR).
Before we go right into a in depth comparison, here is a short synopsis of how the T6i scores against the K-x with respect to portability, imaging, features and an overall score.
Canon T6i vs Pentax K-x Gallery
The following is a sample of the gallery pictures for Canon EOS Rebel T6i & Pentax K-x. The full galleries are viewable at Canon T6i Gallery & Pentax K-x Gallery.
Reasons to pick Canon T6i over the Pentax K-x
T6i | K-x | |||
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Revealed | February 2015 | December 2009 | More modern by 63 months | |
Display type | Fully Articulated | Fixed | Fully Articulating display | |
Display size | 3" | 2.7" | Larger display (+0.3") | |
Display resolution | 1040k | 230k | Sharper display (+810k dot) | |
Selfie screen | Take selfies | |||
Touch friendly display | Easily navigate |
Reasons to pick Pentax K-x over the Canon T6i
K-x | T6i |
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Common features in the Canon T6i and Pentax K-x
T6i | K-x | |||
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Manually focus | Very precise focus |
Canon T6i vs Pentax K-x Physical Comparison
For those who are aiming to carry around your camera, you will have to think about its weight and measurements. The Canon T6i comes with outside measurements of 132mm x 101mm x 78mm (5.2" x 4.0" x 3.1") with a weight of 555 grams (1.22 lbs) while the Pentax K-x has proportions of 123mm x 92mm x 68mm (4.8" x 3.6" x 2.7") and a weight of 580 grams (1.28 lbs).
Take a look at the Canon T6i vs Pentax K-x in our newest Camera plus Lens Size Comparison Tool.Take into account, the weight of an ILC will vary depending on the lens you are using during that time. Underneath is a front view dimension comparison of the T6i against the K-x.
Taking into consideration size and weight, the portability grade of the T6i and K-x is 66 and 69 respectively.
Canon T6i vs Pentax K-x Sensor Comparison
Often, its hard to see the gap between sensor sizes only by reading specs. The image here should offer you a far better sense of the sensor sizing in the T6i and K-x.
As you can plainly see, both of those cameras feature the identical sensor size but not the same megapixels. You can anticipate the Canon T6i to offer greater detail because of its extra 12 Megapixels. Greater resolution will enable you to crop images way more aggressively. The more modern T6i will have an edge when it comes to sensor tech.
Canon T6i vs Pentax K-x Screen and ViewFinder
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Canon T6i vs Pentax K-x Specifications
Canon EOS Rebel T6i | Pentax K-x | |
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General Information | ||
Brand Name | Canon | Pentax |
Model | Canon EOS Rebel T6i | Pentax K-x |
Otherwise known as | EOS 750D / Kiss X8i | - |
Type | Entry-Level DSLR | Entry-Level DSLR |
Released | 2015-02-06 | 2009-12-23 |
Body design | Compact SLR | Compact SLR |
Sensor Information | ||
Processor Chip | DIGIC 6 | Prime |
Sensor type | CMOS | CMOS |
Sensor size | APS-C | APS-C |
Sensor dimensions | 22.3 x 14.9mm | 23.6 x 15.8mm |
Sensor surface area | 332.3mm² | 372.9mm² |
Sensor resolution | 24 megapixel | 12 megapixel |
Anti aliasing filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 1:1, 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 | 3:2 |
Highest Possible resolution | 6000 x 4000 | 4288 x 2848 |
Maximum native ISO | 12800 | 6400 |
Maximum enhanced ISO | 25600 | 12800 |
Minimum native ISO | 100 | 100 |
RAW format | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Focus manually | ||
Autofocus touch | ||
Continuous autofocus | ||
Single autofocus | ||
Autofocus tracking | ||
Autofocus selectice | ||
Autofocus center weighted | ||
Autofocus multi area | ||
Live view autofocus | ||
Face detect autofocus | ||
Contract detect autofocus | ||
Phase detect autofocus | ||
Number of focus points | 19 | 11 |
Cross focus points | 19 | - |
Lens | ||
Lens mount | Canon EF/EF-S | Pentax KAF2 |
Total lenses | 326 | 151 |
Focal length multiplier | 1.6 | 1.5 |
Screen | ||
Range of display | Fully Articulated | Fixed Type |
Display diagonal | 3 inches | 2.7 inches |
Resolution of display | 1,040 thousand dot | 230 thousand dot |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch display | ||
Display technology | - | TFT LCD monitor |
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder | Optical (pentamirror) | Optical (pentamirror) |
Viewfinder coverage | 95% | 96% |
Viewfinder magnification | 0.51x | 0.57x |
Features | ||
Min shutter speed | 30 secs | 30 secs |
Max shutter speed | 1/4000 secs | 1/6000 secs |
Continuous shutter speed | 5.0 frames per second | 5.0 frames per second |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Manually set exposure | ||
Exposure compensation | Yes | Yes |
Change white balance | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Built-in flash | ||
Flash range | 12.00 m (at ISO 100) | 16.00 m |
Flash options | - | Auto, On, Off, Red-Eye, Slow Sync, Rear curtain, Wireless |
External flash | ||
Auto exposure bracketing | ||
White balance bracketing | ||
Max flash sync | 1/200 secs | 1/180 secs |
Exposure | ||
Multisegment | ||
Average | ||
Spot | ||
Partial | ||
AF area | ||
Center weighted | ||
Video features | ||
Supported video resolutions | 1920 x 1080 (30p, 25p, 24p), 1280 x 720 (60p, 50p), 640 x 480 (30p, 25p) | 1280 x 720 (24 fps), 640 x 416 (24 fps) |
Maximum video resolution | 1920x1080 | 1280x720 |
Video format | MPEG-4, H.264 | Motion JPEG |
Mic input | ||
Headphone input | ||
Connectivity | ||
Wireless | Built-In | None |
Bluetooth | ||
NFC | ||
HDMI | ||
USB | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) |
GPS | None | None |
Physical | ||
Environmental seal | ||
Water proof | ||
Dust proof | ||
Shock proof | ||
Crush proof | ||
Freeze proof | ||
Weight | 555 gr (1.22 pounds) | 580 gr (1.28 pounds) |
Physical dimensions | 132 x 101 x 78mm (5.2" x 4.0" x 3.1") | 123 x 92 x 68mm (4.8" x 3.6" x 2.7") |
DXO scores | ||
DXO Overall score | 71 | 72 |
DXO Color Depth score | 22.7 | 22.8 |
DXO Dynamic range score | 12.0 | 12.5 |
DXO Low light score | 919 | 811 |
Other | ||
Battery life | 440 images | 1900 images |
Battery format | Battery Pack | Battery Pack |
Battery model | LP-E17 | 4 x AA |
Self timer | Yes (2 or 10 secs) | Yes (2 or 12 sec) |
Time lapse recording | ||
Storage media | SD/SDHC/SDXC (UHS-I compatible) | SD/SDHC card |
Storage slots | One | One |
Retail pricing | $749 | $600 |