Canon T7i vs Pentax K-30
67 Imaging
67 Features
84 Overall
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57 Features
66 Overall
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Canon T7i vs Pentax K-30 Key Specs
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- 16MP - APS-C Sensor
- 3" Fixed Screen
- ISO 100 - 12800 (Push to 25600)
- Sensor based Image Stabilization
- 1/6000s Max Shutter
- 1920 x 1080 video
- Pentax KAF2 Mount
- 650g - 130 x 97 x 71mm
- Revealed October 2012
- Replacement is Pentax K-50

Canon T7i vs Pentax K-30 Overview
The following is a thorough overview of the Canon T7i vs Pentax K-30, one is a Entry-Level DSLR and the latter is a Advanced DSLR by companies Canon and Pentax. There exists a huge gap between the sensor resolutions of the T7i (24MP) and K-30 (16MP) but both cameras provide the identical sensor dimensions (APS-C).

The T7i was brought out 4 years after the K-30 which is quite a significant gap as far as technology is concerned. The two cameras feature the same body design (Mid-size SLR).
Before delving into a comprehensive comparison, here is a short introduction of how the T7i grades versus the K-30 when it comes to portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

Canon T7i vs Pentax K-30 Gallery
Here is a preview of the gallery images for Canon EOS Rebel T7i and Pentax K-30. The entire galleries are viewable at Canon T7i Gallery and Pentax K-30 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Canon T7i over the Pentax K-30
T7i | K-30 | |||
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Revealed | February 2017 | ![]() | October 2012 | Newer by 53 months |
Screen type | Fully Articulated | ![]() | Fixed | Fully Articulating screen |
Screen resolution | 1040k | ![]() | 921k | Sharper screen (+119k dot) |
Selfie screen | ![]() | Take selfies | ||
Touch friendly screen | ![]() | Quickly navigate |
Reasons to pick Pentax K-30 over the Canon T7i
K-30 | T7i |
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Common features in the Canon T7i and Pentax K-30
T7i | K-30 | |||
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Manually focus | ![]() | Very precise focusing | ||
Screen size | 3" | ![]() | 3" | Same screen sizing |
Canon T7i vs Pentax K-30 Physical Comparison
If you are planning to travel with your camera, you will have to think about its weight and volume. The Canon T7i comes with physical measurements of 131mm x 100mm x 76mm (5.2" x 3.9" x 3.0") with a weight of 532 grams (1.17 lbs) while the Pentax K-30 has sizing of 130mm x 97mm x 71mm (5.1" x 3.8" x 2.8") having a weight of 650 grams (1.43 lbs).
Check out the Canon T7i vs Pentax K-30 in the latest Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.
Remember, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary depending on the lens you are utilising at that moment. Underneath is a front view proportions comparison of the T7i vs the K-30.

Considering dimensions and weight, the portability score of the T7i and K-30 is 67 and 63 respectively.

Canon T7i vs Pentax K-30 Sensor Comparison
Typically, it can be tough to visualise the gap between sensor dimensions only by reading through specs. The pic here will help offer you a far better sense of the sensor measurements in the T7i and K-30.
All in all, both of these cameras come with the identical sensor size albeit not the same MP. You should expect the Canon T7i to resolve greater detail having its extra 8 Megapixels. Higher resolution will also enable you to crop photographs a good deal more aggressively. The newer T7i is going to have a benefit when it comes to sensor innovation.

Canon T7i vs Pentax K-30 Screen and ViewFinder


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Canon T7i vs Pentax K-30 Specifications
Canon EOS Rebel T7i | Pentax K-30 | |
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General Information | ||
Make | Canon | Pentax |
Model | Canon EOS Rebel T7i | Pentax K-30 |
Also called | EOS 800D / Kiss X9i | - |
Type | Entry-Level DSLR | Advanced DSLR |
Released | 2017-02-15 | 2012-10-29 |
Physical type | Mid-size SLR | Mid-size SLR |
Sensor Information | ||
Powered by | DIGIC 7 | Prime M |
Sensor type | CMOS | CMOS |
Sensor size | APS-C | APS-C |
Sensor dimensions | 22.3 x 14.9mm | 23.7 x 15.7mm |
Sensor area | 332.3mm² | 372.1mm² |
Sensor resolution | 24 megapixel | 16 megapixel |
Anti aliasing filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 1:1, 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 | 3:2 |
Max resolution | 6000 x 4000 | 4928 x 3264 |
Max native ISO | 25600 | 12800 |
Max enhanced ISO | 51200 | 25600 |
Minimum native ISO | 100 | 100 |
RAW data | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Manual focus | ||
Touch focus | ||
Continuous autofocus | ||
Autofocus single | ||
Tracking autofocus | ||
Autofocus selectice | ||
Center weighted autofocus | ||
Autofocus multi area | ||
Live view autofocus | ||
Face detection focus | ||
Contract detection focus | ||
Phase detection focus | ||
Number of focus points | 45 | 11 |
Cross focus points | - | 9 |
Lens | ||
Lens mount | Canon EF/EF-S | Pentax KAF2 |
Number of lenses | 326 | 151 |
Crop factor | 1.6 | 1.5 |
Screen | ||
Type of screen | Fully Articulated | Fixed Type |
Screen sizing | 3" | 3" |
Resolution of screen | 1,040k dots | 921k dots |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch display | ||
Screen technology | - | TFT LCD monitor with brightness/color adjustment and AR coating |
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder | Optical (pentamirror) | Optical (pentaprism) |
Viewfinder coverage | 95 percent | 100 percent |
Viewfinder magnification | 0.51x | 0.61x |
Features | ||
Min shutter speed | 30 seconds | 30 seconds |
Max shutter speed | 1/4000 seconds | 1/6000 seconds |
Continuous shutter rate | 6.0 frames per sec | 6.0 frames per sec |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Manual mode | ||
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 | ||
AEB | ||
White balance bracketing | ||
Max 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 @ 60p / 60 Mbps, MOV, H.264, Linear PCM | 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 file format | MPEG-4, H.264 | MPEG-4, H.264 |
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 | Optional |
Physical | ||
Environment sealing | ||
Water proof | ||
Dust proof | ||
Shock proof | ||
Crush proof | ||
Freeze proof | ||
Weight | 532 gr (1.17 pounds) | 650 gr (1.43 pounds) |
Physical dimensions | 131 x 100 x 76mm (5.2" x 3.9" x 3.0") | 130 x 97 x 71mm (5.1" x 3.8" x 2.8") |
DXO scores | ||
DXO Overall score | not tested | 79 |
DXO Color Depth score | not tested | 23.7 |
DXO Dynamic range score | not tested | 13.0 |
DXO Low light score | not tested | 1129 |
Other | ||
Battery life | 600 shots | 410 shots |
Battery type | Battery Pack | Battery Pack |
Battery model | - | D-LI109,4 x AA |
Self timer | Yes (2 or 10 sec) | Yes ( 2 or 12 seconds) |
Time lapse shooting | ||
Storage type | SD/SDHC/SDXC (UHS-I compatible) | SD/SDHC/SDXC |
Card slots | 1 | 1 |
Pricing at release | $749 | $525 |