Canon T7i vs Pentax K-5 IIs
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Canon T7i vs Pentax K-5 IIs Key Specs
(Full Review)
(Full Review)
- 16MP - APS-C Sensor
- 3" Fixed Display
- ISO 100 - 12800 (Increase to 51200)
- Sensor based Image Stabilization
- No Anti-Alias Filter
- 1/8000s Maximum Shutter
- 1920 x 1080 video
- Pentax KAF2 Mount
- 760g - 131 x 97 x 73mm
- Revealed June 2013
- Superseded the Pentax K-5

Canon T7i vs Pentax K-5 IIs Overview
Below is a in depth review of the Canon T7i vs Pentax K-5 IIs, former being a Entry-Level DSLR while the other is a Advanced DSLR by competitors Canon and Pentax. There is a sizable difference between the sensor resolutions of the T7i (24MP) and K-5 IIs (16MP) but they come with the exact same sensor sizing (APS-C).

The T7i was launched 3 years later than the K-5 IIs and that is quite a significant difference as far as tech is concerned. Each of these cameras come with the identical body type (Mid-size SLR).
Before diving straight into a in depth comparison, below is a concise view of how the T7i matches up against the K-5 IIs in the way of portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.

Canon T7i vs Pentax K-5 IIs Gallery
Here is a sample of the gallery pics for Canon EOS Rebel T7i & Pentax K-5 IIs. The complete galleries are provided at Canon T7i Gallery & Pentax K-5 IIs Gallery.
Reasons to pick Canon T7i over the Pentax K-5 IIs
T7i | K-5 IIs | |||
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Revealed | February 2017 | ![]() | June 2013 | More recent by 46 months |
Display type | Fully Articulated | ![]() | Fixed | Fully Articulating display |
Display resolution | 1040k | ![]() | 921k | Clearer display (+119k dot) |
Selfie screen | ![]() | Easy selfies | ||
Touch friendly display | ![]() | Easily navigate |
Reasons to pick Pentax K-5 IIs over the Canon T7i
K-5 IIs | T7i |
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Common features in the Canon T7i and Pentax K-5 IIs
T7i | K-5 IIs | |||
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Manual focus | ![]() | Dial accurate focusing | ||
Display dimension | 3" | ![]() | 3" | Identical display measurement |
Canon T7i vs Pentax K-5 IIs Physical Comparison
When you are planning to lug around your camera, you will want to take into account its weight and measurements. The Canon T7i features external dimensions of 131mm x 100mm x 76mm (5.2" x 3.9" x 3.0") and a weight of 532 grams (1.17 lbs) and the Pentax K-5 IIs has proportions of 131mm x 97mm x 73mm (5.2" x 3.8" x 2.9") with a weight of 760 grams (1.68 lbs).
Take a look at the Canon T7i vs Pentax K-5 IIs in our newest Camera & Lens Size Comparison Tool.
Keep in mind, the weight of an ILC will differ based on the lens you choose at that moment. Below is the front view dimension comparison of the T7i compared to the K-5 IIs.

Taking into account size and weight, the portability grade of the T7i and K-5 IIs is 67 and 60 respectively.

Canon T7i vs Pentax K-5 IIs Sensor Comparison
Usually, it is tough to envision the contrast between sensor measurements just by reading through a spec sheet. The graphic below will offer you a clearer sense of the sensor sizes in the T7i and K-5 IIs.
As you can see, both of those cameras have got the exact same sensor measurements but not the same MP. You can expect to see the Canon T7i to give greater detail utilizing its extra 8MP. Greater resolution will also help you crop photos much more aggressively. The newer T7i will have an advantage in sensor tech.

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Canon T7i vs Pentax K-5 IIs Specifications
Canon EOS Rebel T7i | Pentax K-5 IIs | |
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General Information | ||
Manufacturer | Canon | Pentax |
Model type | Canon EOS Rebel T7i | Pentax K-5 IIs |
Also Known as | EOS 800D / Kiss X9i | - |
Type | Entry-Level DSLR | Advanced DSLR |
Revealed | 2017-02-15 | 2013-06-04 |
Body design | Mid-size SLR | Mid-size SLR |
Sensor Information | ||
Processor | DIGIC 7 | Prime II |
Sensor type | CMOS | CMOS |
Sensor size | APS-C | APS-C |
Sensor measurements | 22.3 x 14.9mm | 23.7 x 15.7mm |
Sensor area | 332.3mm² | 372.1mm² |
Sensor resolution | 24 megapixels | 16 megapixels |
Anti alias filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 1:1, 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 | 3:2 |
Highest Possible resolution | 6000 x 4000 | 4928 x 3264 |
Maximum native ISO | 25600 | 12800 |
Maximum enhanced ISO | 51200 | 51200 |
Min native ISO | 100 | 100 |
RAW files | ||
Min enhanced ISO | - | 80 |
Autofocusing | ||
Manual focusing | ||
Touch focus | ||
Autofocus continuous | ||
Autofocus single | ||
Autofocus tracking | ||
Selective autofocus | ||
Autofocus center weighted | ||
Multi area autofocus | ||
Autofocus live view | ||
Face detect autofocus | ||
Contract detect autofocus | ||
Phase detect autofocus | ||
Total focus points | 45 | 11 |
Cross type focus points | - | 9 |
Lens | ||
Lens mount type | Canon EF/EF-S | Pentax KAF2 |
Available lenses | 326 | 151 |
Crop factor | 1.6 | 1.5 |
Screen | ||
Display type | Fully Articulated | Fixed Type |
Display size | 3 inch | 3 inch |
Resolution of display | 1,040 thousand dot | 921 thousand dot |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch operation | ||
Display tech | - | TFT LCD monitor |
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder | Optical (pentamirror) | Optical (pentaprism) |
Viewfinder coverage | 95% | 100% |
Viewfinder magnification | 0.51x | 0.61x |
Features | ||
Minimum shutter speed | 30 seconds | 30 seconds |
Fastest shutter speed | 1/4000 seconds | 1/8000 seconds |
Continuous shutter speed | 6.0fps | 7.0fps |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Expose Manually | ||
Exposure compensation | Yes | Yes |
Set white balance | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Inbuilt flash | ||
Flash distance | 12.00 m (at ISO 100) | 13.00 m (at ISO 100) |
Flash options | - | Auto, On, Off, Red-eye, Slow sync, High speed, Rear curtain and Wireless |
External flash | ||
Auto exposure bracketing | ||
WB bracketing | ||
Fastest flash sync | 1/200 seconds | 1/180 seconds |
Exposure | ||
Multisegment metering | ||
Average metering | ||
Spot metering | ||
Partial metering | ||
AF area metering | ||
Center weighted metering | ||
Video features | ||
Supported video resolutions | 1920 x 1080 @ 60p / 60 Mbps, MOV, H.264, Linear PCM | 1920 x 1080 (25 fps), 1280 x 720 (25, 30 fps), 640 x 480 (25, 30 fps) |
Maximum video resolution | 1920x1080 | 1920x1080 |
Video data format | MPEG-4, H.264 | Motion JPEG |
Microphone jack | ||
Headphone jack | ||
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 seal | ||
Water proofing | ||
Dust proofing | ||
Shock proofing | ||
Crush proofing | ||
Freeze proofing | ||
Weight | 532 grams (1.17 lb) | 760 grams (1.68 lb) |
Dimensions | 131 x 100 x 76mm (5.2" x 3.9" x 3.0") | 131 x 97 x 73mm (5.2" x 3.8" x 2.9") |
DXO scores | ||
DXO Overall rating | not tested | 82 |
DXO Color Depth rating | not tested | 23.9 |
DXO Dynamic range rating | not tested | 14.1 |
DXO Low light rating | not tested | 1208 |
Other | ||
Battery life | 600 shots | 980 shots |
Battery form | Battery Pack | Battery Pack |
Battery ID | - | D-LI90 |
Self timer | Yes (2 or 10 sec) | Yes ( 2 or 12 seconds) |
Time lapse shooting | ||
Storage media | SD/SDHC/SDXC (UHS-I compatible) | SD/SDHC/SDXC |
Storage slots | 1 | 1 |
Cost at release | $749 | $749 |