Canon T7i vs Pentax K-70
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Canon T7i vs Pentax K-70 Key Specs
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- 24MP - APS-C Sensor
- 3" Fully Articulated Screen
- ISO 100 - 102400
- Sensor based Image Stabilization
- No Anti-Alias Filter
- 1/6000s Maximum Shutter
- 1920 x 1080 video
- Pentax KAF2 Mount
- 688g - 126 x 93 x 74mm
- Launched June 2016
- Newer Model is Pentax KF
Canon T7i vs Pentax K-70 Overview
Let's look more closely at the Canon T7i and Pentax K-70, both Entry-Level DSLR digital cameras by competitors Canon and Pentax. The sensor resolution of the T7i (24MP) and the K-70 (24MP) is pretty well matched and both cameras posses the identical sensor size (APS-C).
Sora from OpenAI releases its first ever music videoThe T7i was launched 9 months later than the K-70 which means that they are both of a similar age. The two cameras feature different body design with the Canon T7i being a Mid-size SLR camera and the Pentax K-70 being a Compact SLR camera.
Before diving right into a full comparison, here is a brief highlight of how the T7i grades versus the K-70 for portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.
Canon T7i vs Pentax K-70 Gallery
This is a preview of the gallery images for Canon EOS Rebel T7i & Pentax K-70. The complete galleries are provided at Canon T7i Gallery & Pentax K-70 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Canon T7i over the Pentax K-70
T7i | K-70 | |||
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Launched | February 2017 | June 2016 | More recent by 9 months | |
Screen resolution | 1040k | 921k | Clearer screen (+119k dot) | |
Touch screen | Quickly navigate |
Reasons to pick Pentax K-70 over the Canon T7i
K-70 | T7i |
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Common features in the Canon T7i and Pentax K-70
T7i | K-70 | |||
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Focus manually | Very exact focusing | |||
Screen type | Fully Articulated | Fully Articulated | Fully Articulated screen | |
Screen size | 3" | 3" | Same screen size | |
Selfie screen | Both are selfie friendly |
Canon T7i vs Pentax K-70 Physical Comparison
If you are planning to lug around your camera regularly, you have to take into account its weight and measurements. The Canon T7i enjoys physical dimensions of 131mm x 100mm x 76mm (5.2" x 3.9" x 3.0") with a weight of 532 grams (1.17 lbs) and the Pentax K-70 has proportions of 126mm x 93mm x 74mm (5.0" x 3.7" x 2.9") along with a weight of 688 grams (1.52 lbs).
Take a look at the Canon T7i and Pentax K-70 in our newest Camera plus Lens Size Comparison Tool.Don't forget, the weight of an ILC will differ based on the lens you are employing at the time. Following is a front view proportions comparison of the T7i vs the K-70.
Looking at dimensions and weight, the portability grade of the T7i and K-70 is 67 and 62 respectively.
Canon T7i vs Pentax K-70 Sensor Comparison
More often than not, it is difficult to visualise the contrast between sensor measurements simply by looking at technical specs. The photograph below might provide you a much better sense of the sensor dimensions in the T7i and K-70.
As you have seen, both of those cameras feature the identical sensor size and the same megapixels therefore you can expect similar quality of photos though you will need to factor the age of the products into consideration. The newer T7i is going to have a benefit when it comes to sensor technology.
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Canon T7i vs Pentax K-70 Specifications
Canon EOS Rebel T7i | Pentax K-70 | |
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General Information | ||
Make | Canon | Pentax |
Model type | Canon EOS Rebel T7i | Pentax K-70 |
Otherwise known as | EOS 800D / Kiss X9i | - |
Class | Entry-Level DSLR | Entry-Level DSLR |
Released | 2017-02-15 | 2016-06-08 |
Physical type | Mid-size SLR | Compact SLR |
Sensor Information | ||
Chip | DIGIC 7 | PRIME MII |
Sensor type | CMOS | CMOS |
Sensor size | APS-C | APS-C |
Sensor dimensions | 22.3 x 14.9mm | 23.5 x 15.6mm |
Sensor surface area | 332.3mm² | 366.6mm² |
Sensor resolution | 24 megapixel | 24 megapixel |
Anti alias filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 1:1, 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 | 3:2 |
Maximum resolution | 6000 x 4000 | 6000 x 4000 |
Maximum native ISO | 25600 | 102400 |
Maximum boosted ISO | 51200 | - |
Min native ISO | 100 | 100 |
RAW images | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Focus manually | ||
Autofocus touch | ||
Autofocus continuous | ||
Single autofocus | ||
Autofocus tracking | ||
Autofocus selectice | ||
Center weighted autofocus | ||
Multi area autofocus | ||
Live view autofocus | ||
Face detect autofocus | ||
Contract detect autofocus | ||
Phase detect autofocus | ||
Total focus points | 45 | 11 |
Cross type focus points | - | 9 |
Lens | ||
Lens support | Canon EF/EF-S | Pentax KAF2 |
Amount of lenses | 326 | 151 |
Focal length multiplier | 1.6 | 1.5 |
Screen | ||
Display type | Fully Articulated | Fully Articulated |
Display sizing | 3" | 3" |
Resolution of display | 1,040k dots | 921k dots |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch capability | ||
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder | Optical (pentamirror) | Optical (pentaprism) |
Viewfinder coverage | 95 percent | 100 percent |
Viewfinder magnification | 0.51x | 0.63x |
Features | ||
Lowest shutter speed | 30 secs | 30 secs |
Highest shutter speed | 1/4000 secs | 1/6000 secs |
Continuous shooting rate | 6.0 frames/s | 6.0 frames/s |
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) | 12.00 m (at ISO 100) |
Flash options | - | Auto, auto w/redeye reduction, flash on, flash + redeye reduction, slow sync, trailing curtain sync, manual |
External flash | ||
Auto exposure bracketing | ||
White balance bracketing | ||
Highest flash synchronize | 1/200 secs | - |
Exposure | ||
Multisegment metering | ||
Average metering | ||
Spot metering | ||
Partial metering | ||
AF area metering | ||
Center weighted metering | ||
Video features | ||
Video resolutions | 1920 x 1080 @ 60p / 60 Mbps, MOV, H.264, Linear PCM | 1920 x 1080 (60i, 50i, 30p, 25p, 24p), 1280 x 720 (60p, 50p) |
Maximum video resolution | 1920x1080 | 1920x1080 |
Video data format | MPEG-4, H.264 | MPEG-4, H.264 |
Mic support | ||
Headphone support | ||
Connectivity | ||
Wireless | Built-In | Built-In |
Bluetooth | ||
NFC | ||
HDMI | ||
USB | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) |
GPS | Optional | Optional |
Physical | ||
Environmental sealing | ||
Water proofing | ||
Dust proofing | ||
Shock proofing | ||
Crush proofing | ||
Freeze proofing | ||
Weight | 532 grams (1.17 pounds) | 688 grams (1.52 pounds) |
Physical dimensions | 131 x 100 x 76mm (5.2" x 3.9" x 3.0") | 126 x 93 x 74mm (5.0" x 3.7" x 2.9") |
DXO scores | ||
DXO All around rating | not tested | not tested |
DXO Color Depth rating | not tested | not tested |
DXO Dynamic range rating | not tested | not tested |
DXO Low light rating | not tested | not tested |
Other | ||
Battery life | 600 pictures | 410 pictures |
Battery style | Battery Pack | Battery Pack |
Self timer | Yes (2 or 10 sec) | Yes (2 or 12 secs, continuous) |
Time lapse feature | ||
Type of storage | SD/SDHC/SDXC (UHS-I compatible) | SD/SDHC/SDXC (UHS-I compatible) |
Card slots | Single | Single |
Retail cost | $749 | $649 |