Canon T8i vs Pentax K-500

Here, we will be evaluating the Canon T8i and Pentax K-500, both Entry-Level DSLR digital cameras by companies Canon and Pentax. There is a substantial difference between the resolutions of the T8i (24MP) and K-500 (16MP) but both cameras have the identical sensor sizing (APS-C).

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The T8i was revealed 6 years later than the K-500 and that is quite a big difference as far as tech is concerned. The two cameras feature the same body design (Compact SLR).

Before delving into a detailed comparison, here is a brief summary of how the T8i grades versus the K-500 with respect to portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

The following is a preview of the gallery photos for Canon EOS Rebel T8i & Pentax K-500. The full galleries are viewable at Canon T8i Gallery & Pentax K-500 Gallery.

For anybody who is intending to carry your camera frequently, you have to think about its weight and measurements. The Canon T8i comes with outer measurements of 131mm x 103mm x 76mm (5.2" x 4.1" x 3.0") having a weight of 515 grams (1.14 lbs) whilst the Pentax K-500 has proportions of 130mm x 97mm x 71mm (5.1" x 3.8" x 2.8") accompanied by a weight of 646 grams (1.42 lbs).

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Take into account, the weight of an ILC will vary depending on the lens you are working with during that time. Following is a front view size comparison of the T8i vs the K-500.

Looking at size and weight, the portability rating of the T8i and K-500 is 67 and 64 respectively.

Oftentimes, its hard to envision the difference between sensor sizing only by going over a spec sheet. The photograph underneath will give you a greater sense of the sensor sizing in the T8i and K-500.

As you can see, both the cameras come with the identical sensor size albeit not the same megapixels. You can count on the Canon T8i to offer you more detail because of its extra 8MP. Higher resolution can also help you crop photographs a good deal more aggressively. The more modern T8i will have an advantage when it comes to sensor innovation.