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Canon T8i vs Pentax K100D S

Portability
67
Imaging
70
Features
88
Overall
77
Canon EOS Rebel T8i front
 
Pentax K100D Super front
Portability
65
Imaging
45
Features
38
Overall
42

Canon T8i vs Pentax K100D S Key Specs

Canon T8i
(Full Review)
  • 24MP - APS-C Sensor
  • 3" Fully Articulated Screen
  • ISO 100 - 25600 (Bump to 51200)
  • 3840 x 2160 video
  • Canon EF/EF-S Mount
  • 515g - 131 x 103 x 76mm
  • Revealed February 2020
  • Additionally referred to as EOS 850D / EOS Kiss X10i Specs
  • Old Model is Canon T7i
Pentax K100D S
(Full Review)
  • 6MP - APS-C Sensor
  • 2.5" Fixed Display
  • ISO 200 - 3200
  • Sensor based Image Stabilization
  • No Video
  • Pentax KAF2 Mount
  • 646g - 129 x 91 x 71mm
  • Released June 2007
  • Older Model is Pentax K100D
  • Refreshed by Pentax K200D
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Canon T8i vs Pentax K100D S Overview

Here is a comprehensive analysis of the Canon T8i vs Pentax K100D S, both Entry-Level DSLR cameras by brands Canon and Pentax. There exists a significant gap among the image resolutions of the T8i (24MP) and K100D S (6MP) but both cameras boast the same sensor sizes (APS-C).

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The T8i was launched 12 years later than the K100D S and that is a fairly sizable gap as far as camera technology is concerned. The two cameras have the same body design (Compact SLR).

Before getting right into a step-by-step comparison, here is a concise highlight of how the T8i matches up versus the K100D S in the way of portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

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Reasons to pick Canon T8i over the Pentax K100D S

 T8i K100D S 
ReleasedFebruary 2020June 2007Fresher by 154 months
Display typeFully ArticulatedFixed Fully Articulating display
Display dimensions3"2.5"Larger display (+0.5")
Display resolution1040k210kCrisper display (+830k dot)
Selfie screen Take selfies
Touch display Easily navigate

Reasons to pick Pentax K100D S over the Canon T8i

 K100D S T8i 

Common features in the Canon T8i and Pentax K100D S

 T8i K100D S 
Manual focus More precise focusing

Canon T8i vs Pentax K100D S Physical Comparison

For anyone who is going to carry your camera regularly, you need to factor in its weight and size. The Canon T8i comes with physical dimensions of 131mm x 103mm x 76mm (5.2" x 4.1" x 3.0") accompanied by a weight of 515 grams (1.14 lbs) whilst the Pentax K100D S has specifications of 129mm x 91mm x 71mm (5.1" x 3.6" x 2.8") having a weight of 646 grams (1.42 lbs).

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Take into consideration, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ depending on the lens you use at the time. Underneath is a front view measurement comparison of the T8i and the K100D S.

Canon T8i vs Pentax K100D S size comparison

Taking into account dimensions and weight, the portability score of the T8i and K100D S is 67 and 65 respectively.

Canon T8i vs Pentax K100D S top view buttons comparison

Canon T8i vs Pentax K100D S Sensor Comparison

Sometimes, it is very hard to picture the gap in sensor sizing just by looking through technical specs. The graphic here may give you a stronger sense of the sensor dimensions in the T8i and K100D S.

As you have seen, both of the cameras provide the same sensor dimensions but different megapixels. You should expect to see the Canon T8i to provide you with extra detail utilizing its extra 18 Megapixels. Greater resolution can also make it easier to crop pics more aggressively. The newer T8i provides an edge when it comes to sensor tech.

Canon T8i vs Pentax K100D S sensor size comparison

Canon T8i vs Pentax K100D S Screen and ViewFinder

Canon T8i vs Pentax K100D S Screen and Viewfinder comparison
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Photography Type Scores

Portrait Comparison

Canon T8i as a Portrait photography camera
Pentax K100D S as a Portrait photography camera
82
manual focus
sensor resolution is decent (24 megapixels)
sensor size is good (APS-C)
comes with face detection focus
delivers RAW files
51
has manual focus
sensor size is good (APS-C)
delivers RAW files
doesn't have liveview
low megapixels (6 megapixels)
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Street Comparison

Canon T8i Street photography highlights
Pentax K100D S Street photography highlights
73
screen articulates fully
sensor size is good (APS-C)
delivers RAW files
features touch focus
great high ISO (25,600)
lack of image stabilization
64
built in image stabilization (Sensor based)
sensor size is good (APS-C)
delivers RAW files
screen is fixed
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Sports Comparison

Canon T8i Sports photography details
Pentax K100D S Sports photography details
76
sensor resolution is decent (24 megapixels)
sensor size is good (APS-C)
comes with tracking autofocus
good battery life (800 shots)
supports phase detect auto focus
lack of image stabilization
47
built in image stabilization (Sensor based)
sensor size is good (APS-C)
sensor has phase detect auto focus
doesn't have liveview
continuous shooting slow (3.0 fps)
low megapixels (6 megapixels)
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Travel Comparison

Canon T8i Travel photography details
Pentax K100D S Travel photography details
80
good battery life (800 CIPA)
supports bluetooth
features touch focus
sensor resolution is decent (24MP)
flash built-in
display is selfie friendly
45
built-in flash
doesn't have Timelapse function
low megapixels (6MP)
screen isn't selfie friendly
Photography Glossary

Landscape Comparison

Canon T8i Landscape photography highlights
Pentax K100D S Landscape photography highlights
79
manual focus
change lenses (Canon EF/EF-S mount)
screen size is good (3 inches)
sensor resolution is decent (24 megapixels)
sensor size is good (APS-C)
great high ISO (25,600)
delivers RAW files
good battery life (800 CIPA)
lack of image stabilization
52
has manual focus
change lenses (Pentax KAF2 mount)
built in image stabilization (Sensor based)
sensor size is good (APS-C)
delivers RAW files
screen is somewhat small (2.5 inch)
doesn't have liveview
low megapixels (6 megapixels)
doesn't have Timelapse function
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Vlogging Comparison

Canon T8i Vlogging details
Pentax K100D S Vlogging details
74
display is selfie friendly
touchscreen
comes with face detection focus
high video quality (3840 x 2160 pixels)
comes with external microphone support
lack of image stabilization
9
can't record video
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Canon T8i vs Pentax K100D S Specifications

Detailed spec comparison table for Canon T8i and Pentax K100D S
 Canon EOS Rebel T8iPentax K100D Super
General Information
Brand Name Canon Pentax
Model Canon EOS Rebel T8i Pentax K100D Super
Also referred to as EOS 850D / EOS Kiss X10i Specs -
Class Entry-Level DSLR Entry-Level DSLR
Revealed 2020-02-12 2007-06-28
Physical type Compact SLR Compact SLR
Sensor Information
Processor DIGIC 8 -
Sensor type CMOS CCD
Sensor size APS-C APS-C
Sensor measurements 22.3 x 14.9mm 23.5 x 15.7mm
Sensor area 332.3mm² 369.0mm²
Sensor resolution 24 megapixels 6 megapixels
Anti aliasing filter
Aspect ratio 1:1, 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 3:2
Highest Possible resolution 6000 x 4000 3008 x 2008
Maximum native ISO 25600 3200
Maximum enhanced ISO 51200 -
Minimum native ISO 100 200
RAW images
Autofocusing
Manual focus
AF touch
AF continuous
Single AF
AF tracking
Selective AF
Center weighted AF
Multi area AF
AF live view
Face detection AF
Contract detection AF
Phase detection AF
Number of focus points 45 11
Lens
Lens mounting type Canon EF/EF-S Pentax KAF2
Available lenses 326 151
Focal length multiplier 1.6 1.5
Screen
Type of screen Fully Articulated Fixed Type
Screen diagonal 3" 2.5"
Resolution of screen 1,040 thousand dots 210 thousand dots
Selfie friendly
Liveview
Touch friendly
Viewfinder Information
Viewfinder Optical (pentamirror) Optical (pentamirror)
Viewfinder coverage 95% 96%
Viewfinder magnification 0.51x 0.57x
Features
Minimum shutter speed 30 secs 30 secs
Fastest shutter speed 1/4000 secs 1/4000 secs
Continuous shutter rate 7.5 frames per sec 3.0 frames per sec
Shutter priority
Aperture priority
Expose Manually
Exposure compensation Yes Yes
Set WB
Image stabilization
Integrated flash
Flash range 4.00 m (with Auto ISO) -
Flash options - Auto, On, Off, Red-eye reduction
Hot shoe
Auto exposure bracketing
WB bracketing
Fastest flash synchronize - 1/180 secs
Exposure
Multisegment exposure
Average exposure
Spot exposure
Partial exposure
AF area exposure
Center weighted exposure
Video features
Video resolutions 3840 x 2160 @ 25p / 120 Mbps, MP4, H.264, AAC3840 x 2160 @ 23.98p / 120 Mbps, MP4, H.264, AAC1920 x 1080 @ 60p / 60 Mbps, MP4, H.264, AAC1920 x 1080 @ 50p / 60 Mbps, MP4, H.264, AAC1920 x 1080 @ 30p / 30 Mbps, MP4, H.264, AAC1920 x 1080 @ 25p / 30 Mbps, MP4, H.264, AAC1920 x 1080 @ 23.98p / 30 Mbps, MP4, H.264, AAC -
Maximum video resolution 3840x2160 None
Video file format MPEG-4, H.264 -
Microphone 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
Environmental sealing
Water proof
Dust proof
Shock proof
Crush proof
Freeze proof
Weight 515 grams (1.14 lbs) 646 grams (1.42 lbs)
Physical dimensions 131 x 103 x 76mm (5.2" x 4.1" x 3.0") 129 x 91 x 71mm (5.1" x 3.6" x 2.8")
DXO scores
DXO Overall score not tested not tested
DXO Color Depth score not tested not tested
DXO Dynamic range score not tested not tested
DXO Low light score not tested not tested
Other
Battery life 800 shots -
Battery type Battery Pack -
Battery model - 4 x AA
Self timer Yes (2 or 10 sec) Yes (2 or 12 sec)
Time lapse recording
Type of storage SD/SDHC/SDXC (UHS-I compatible) SD/SDHC card
Card slots One One
Launch price $750 $520