Canon T8i vs Pentax KF

Below, we will be matching up the Canon T8i and Pentax KF, both Entry-Level DSLR cameras by competitors Canon and Pentax. The image resolution of the T8i (24MP) and the KF (24MP) is relatively comparable and they use the exact same sensor size (APS-C).

Photobucket discusses licensing 13 billion images with AI firms

The T8i was released 3 years prior to the KF and that is a fairly sizable gap as far as camera tech is concerned. Both of these cameras come with the identical body type (Compact SLR).

Before going through a step-by-step comparison, below is a short overview of how the T8i scores against the KF in terms of portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

The following is a preview of the gallery photos for Canon EOS Rebel T8i and Pentax KF. The complete galleries are viewable at Canon T8i Gallery and Pentax KF Gallery.

In case you're going to carry your camera often, you will have to think about its weight and size. The Canon T8i has got external dimensions of 131mm x 103mm x 76mm (5.2" x 4.1" x 3.0") and a weight of 515 grams (1.14 lbs) whilst the Pentax KF has specifications of 126mm x 93mm x 74mm (5.0" x 3.7" x 2.9") along with a weight of 684 grams (1.51 lbs).

Check out the Canon T8i and Pentax KF in the new Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Remember that, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary depending on the lens you are employing at that time. Below is the front view scale comparison of the T8i versus the KF.

Using size and weight, the portability rating of the T8i and KF is 67 and 63 respectively.

Oftentimes, it's hard to visualize the contrast in sensor sizing simply by seeing specs. The graphic below will help offer you a clearer sense of the sensor dimensions in the T8i and KF.

As you can plainly see, each of these cameras posses the exact same sensor measurements and the exact same resolution so you should expect comparable quality of photos though you should always factor the release date of the cameras into account. The older T8i will be disadvantaged when it comes to sensor tech.