Canon T6s vs Pentax K-x
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![Canon EOS Rebel T6s front Canon EOS Rebel T6s front](https://pxlmag.com/db/images/cameras/gallery/medium/Canon-EOS-Rebel-T6s/Canon-T6s-front.jpg)
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Canon T6s vs Pentax K-x Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 24MP - APS-C Sensor
- 3" Fully Articulated Display
- ISO 100 - 12800 (Increase to 25600)
- 1920 x 1080 video
- Canon EF/EF-S Mount
- 565g - 132 x 101 x 78mm
- Revealed February 2015
- Additionally Known as EOS 760D / EOS 8000D
- Earlier Model is Canon 700D
- Updated by Canon 77D
(Full Review)
- 12MP - APS-C Sensor
- 2.7" Fixed Screen
- ISO 100 - 6400 (Raise to 12800)
- Sensor based Image Stabilization
- 1/6000s Maximum Shutter
- 1280 x 720 video
- Pentax KAF2 Mount
- 580g - 123 x 92 x 68mm
- Launched December 2009
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Canon T6s vs Pentax K-x Overview
Following is a in depth comparison of the Canon T6s versus Pentax K-x, both Entry-Level DSLR digital cameras by rivals Canon and Pentax. There exists a sizable gap between the sensor resolutions of the T6s (24MP) and K-x (12MP) but they possess the exact same sensor size (APS-C).
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The T6s was revealed 5 years after the K-x which is quite a significant difference as far as technology is concerned. The two cameras come with the identical body type (Compact SLR).
Before delving through a in depth comparison, below is a simple summary of how the T6s grades vs the K-x when it comes to portability, imaging, features and an overall score.
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Canon T6s vs Pentax K-x Gallery
This is a preview of the gallery photos for Canon EOS Rebel T6s & Pentax K-x. The full galleries are available at Canon T6s Gallery & Pentax K-x Gallery.
Reasons to pick Canon T6s over the Pentax K-x
T6s | K-x | |||
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Launched | February 2015 | ![]() | December 2009 | More modern by 63 months |
Screen type | Fully Articulated | ![]() | Fixed | Fully Articulating screen |
Screen dimension | 3" | ![]() | 2.7" | Bigger screen (+0.3") |
Screen resolution | 1040k | ![]() | 230k | Crisper screen (+810k dot) |
Selfie screen | ![]() | Easy selfies | ||
Touch screen | ![]() | Quickly navigate |
Reasons to pick Pentax K-x over the Canon T6s
K-x | T6s |
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Common features in the Canon T6s and Pentax K-x
T6s | K-x | |||
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Manually focus | ![]() | Dial exact focus |
Canon T6s vs Pentax K-x Physical Comparison
If you're aiming to carry around your camera, you'll need to factor its weight and dimensions. The Canon T6s provides physical measurements of 132mm x 101mm x 78mm (5.2" x 4.0" x 3.1") with a weight of 565 grams (1.25 lbs) and the Pentax K-x has dimensions of 123mm x 92mm x 68mm (4.8" x 3.6" x 2.7") along with a weight of 580 grams (1.28 lbs).
Check out the Canon T6s versus Pentax K-x in our brand new Camera & Lens Size Comparison Tool.![Camera Size Comparison with Lenses Camera Size Comparison with Lenses](https://pxlmag.com/db/assets/camera-size-comparison-animation.gif)
Remember that, the weight of an ILC will change based on the lens you are working with at the time. The following is the front view scale comparison of the T6s against the K-x.
![Canon T6s vs Pentax K-x size comparison Canon T6s vs Pentax K-x size comparison](https://pxlmag.com/db/images/camera-compare/Canon-EOS-Rebel-T6s-vs-Pentax-K-x-size-comparison.jpg)
Taking into account dimensions and weight, the portability grade of the T6s and K-x is 66 and 69 respectively.
![Canon T6s vs Pentax K-x top view buttons comparison Canon T6s vs Pentax K-x top view buttons comparison](https://pxlmag.com/db/images/camera-compare/Canon-EOS-Rebel-T6s-vs-Pentax-K-x-top-view-buttons-comparison.jpg)
Canon T6s vs Pentax K-x Sensor Comparison
Sometimes, it is very difficult to see the difference between sensor sizes purely by reading through specifications. The pic here will help give you a better sense of the sensor sizing in the T6s and K-x.
To sum up, both of these cameras posses the exact same sensor measurements albeit not the same resolution. You can count on the Canon T6s to give you more detail because of its extra 12MP. Higher resolution will also help you crop photographs somewhat more aggressively. The more modern T6s will have a benefit with regard to sensor tech.
![Canon T6s vs Pentax K-x sensor size comparison Canon T6s vs Pentax K-x sensor size comparison](https://pxlmag.com/db/images/sensor-compare/Canon-EOS-Rebel-T6s-vs-Pentax-K-x-sensor-size-comparison.png)
Canon T6s vs Pentax K-x Screen and ViewFinder
![Canon T6s vs Pentax K-x Screen and Viewfinder comparison Canon T6s vs Pentax K-x Screen and Viewfinder comparison](https://pxlmag.com/db/images/camera-compare/Canon-EOS-Rebel-T6s-vs-Pentax-K-x-screen-back-comparison.jpg)
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Canon T6s vs Pentax K-x Specifications
Canon EOS Rebel T6s | Pentax K-x | |
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General Information | ||
Brand Name | Canon | Pentax |
Model type | Canon EOS Rebel T6s | Pentax K-x |
Also Known as | EOS 760D / EOS 8000D | - |
Category | Entry-Level DSLR | Entry-Level DSLR |
Revealed | 2015-02-06 | 2009-12-23 |
Physical type | Compact SLR | Compact SLR |
Sensor Information | ||
Processor | 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 alias filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 1:1, 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 | 3:2 |
Full resolution | 6000 x 4000 | 4288 x 2848 |
Max native ISO | 12800 | 6400 |
Max boosted ISO | 25600 | 12800 |
Min native ISO | 100 | 100 |
RAW data | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Manual focusing | ||
Autofocus touch | ||
Continuous autofocus | ||
Single autofocus | ||
Autofocus tracking | ||
Selective autofocus | ||
Center weighted autofocus | ||
Autofocus multi area | ||
Autofocus live view | ||
Face detect autofocus | ||
Contract detect autofocus | ||
Phase detect autofocus | ||
Total focus points | 19 | 11 |
Cross type focus points | 19 | - |
Lens | ||
Lens mount type | Canon EF/EF-S | Pentax KAF2 |
Available lenses | 326 | 151 |
Crop factor | 1.6 | 1.5 |
Screen | ||
Type of display | Fully Articulated | Fixed Type |
Display sizing | 3 inches | 2.7 inches |
Resolution of display | 1,040k dots | 230k dots |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch display | ||
Display technology | - | TFT LCD monitor |
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder type | Optical (pentamirror) | Optical (pentamirror) |
Viewfinder coverage | 95 percent | 96 percent |
Viewfinder magnification | 0.51x | 0.57x |
Features | ||
Lowest shutter speed | 30 seconds | 30 seconds |
Highest shutter speed | 1/4000 seconds | 1/6000 seconds |
Continuous shooting rate | 5.0fps | 5.0fps |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Manual mode | ||
Exposure compensation | Yes | Yes |
Change white balance | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Integrated flash | ||
Flash distance | 12.00 m (at ISO 100) | 16.00 m |
Flash options | - | Auto, On, Off, Red-Eye, Slow Sync, Rear curtain, Wireless |
Hot shoe | ||
AEB | ||
WB bracketing | ||
Highest flash synchronize | 1/200 seconds | 1/180 seconds |
Exposure | ||
Multisegment exposure | ||
Average exposure | ||
Spot exposure | ||
Partial exposure | ||
AF area exposure | ||
Center weighted exposure | ||
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) |
Max video resolution | 1920x1080 | 1280x720 |
Video file format | MPEG-4, H.264 | Motion JPEG |
Mic 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 | Optional | None |
Physical | ||
Environment sealing | ||
Water proofing | ||
Dust proofing | ||
Shock proofing | ||
Crush proofing | ||
Freeze proofing | ||
Weight | 565 gr (1.25 lbs) | 580 gr (1.28 lbs) |
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 All around rating | 70 | 72 |
DXO Color Depth rating | 22.6 | 22.8 |
DXO Dynamic range rating | 12.0 | 12.5 |
DXO Low light rating | 915 | 811 |
Other | ||
Battery life | 440 photos | 1900 photos |
Form of battery | Battery Pack | Battery Pack |
Battery ID | LP-E17 | 4 x AA |
Self timer | Yes (2 or 10 secs) | Yes (2 or 12 sec) |
Time lapse recording | ||
Storage type | SD/SDHC/SDXC (UHS-I compatible) | SD/SDHC card |
Card slots | One | One |
Pricing at launch | $849 | $600 |