Canon 60D vs Pentax K-5

Explore our gallery of 50 sample photos taken by the Canon EOS 60D.

Explore our gallery of 4 sample photos taken by the Pentax K-5.

Pentax K-5 Competitors

Pentax KP

Entry-level DSLR

$897 - $1,007 body only

$947 with 50mm lens

	Has a flip-out screen
	Significantly higher true resolution
	Slower autofocus

Compare the KP vs the K-5

Nikon D7000

Entry-level DSLR

$1,275 with 18-200mm lens

	Supports 24p
	Much more lenses available
	Much more shutter lag

Compare the D7000 vs the K-5

Nikon D3400

Entry-level DSLR

$326 body only

$397 with 18-55mm lens

	Supports 24p
	Much more lenses available
	Lacks an external mic jack

Compare the D3400 vs the K-5

Canon EOS 60D Competitors

Canon Rebel T5i

Entry-level DSLR

$500 body only

$539 - $594 with 18-55mm lens

	Has a touch screen
	Smaller
	Much worse image quality

Compare the Rebel T5i vs the EOS 60D

Canon EOS Rebel T6

Entry-level DSLR

$289 - $549 body only

$330 - $399 with 18-55mm lens

	Smaller
	Lighter
	Lacks an external mic jack

Compare the EOS Rebel T6 vs the EOS 60D

Canon EOS 70D

Pro DSLR

$1,058 with 18-55mm lens

	Better color depth
	Much better image quality
	Slightly shorter battery life

Compare the EOS 70D vs the EOS 60D

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THS

(9:46 PM, August 04, 2013)

Please change this snapsort. The k5 is a professional camera and is FAR better than the 60d

Eon

(11:30 PM, June 17, 2013)

I had a Canon 60d, Nikon D7000 & Loved both, gave them back and got a Pentax K-5 a little apprehensive at first, but now glad i did, it really does have soul..Just because every other person owns A Canon, Nikon or Sony. they are like Ford Or GM Buy an extended warranty if it makes you feel safe. Step out be yourself, Safe is what safe is.

vhz

(10:19 AM, June 15, 2013)

Bare in mind u pay for nikon and canon marketing, sponsorship etc. The same as sony some yrs ago. Where sony now?

Beginerd

(4:14 AM, January 26, 2013)

from rough comparison we can easily see that pentax k-5 overcome dslr that's even twice its price...the only flaw i see in it is just that it doesn't have flip out screen and a bit low true resolution...even so, it still outscored its low pixel count in their formats in DxO's raw performance ratings at low iso...don't judge a dslr by its popularity...

Sdick

(8:04 AM, March 26, 2012)

I can easily understand (though I don't personally value) each of the criteria these comparisons are based on--EXCEPT FOR "Popularity." I can even understand tracking or mentioning the difference in popularity, but giving it a subjective value? That to me, sounds like a prejudicial endorsement. As you can tell from the comments, there's so much more that goes into the comparison in real-life, and purchase of a camera than even features, image quality and convenience--how about how it feels to the individual, or existing photographic equipment--that doesn't have a good way of making it into the comparisons. But "Popularity?" I do not understand that one. How about reliability based on an equation involving units sold and warranty repairs effected? That could be helpful--MAYBE.

Lemurian Samurai

(11:45 AM, February 06, 2012)

Pentax isn't as aggressively marketed, most people are too concerned with what's around their neck (brand) than what the actual camera can do. Yes Canon does have a far more extensive range of lenses and more market clout in terms of re-sale but 60D vs. Pentax K-5.... give me the Pentax

VHZ

(9:54 AM, February 06, 2012)

Don't be surprised. Pentax 5 is a professional product whereas 60D is for entry or half professional.
There is no argue that Pentax is better in this test. I'm the one who was going for 60D and probably will do so, because I'mnt a professional and need easy camera for holidays.

Flo.

(0:10 PM, December 27, 2011)

@93f18b882dec8f82602d21cd17473b58:disqus ...go for the canon ! if you want an easy handling and fun at taking pictures, the canon ist the right!
it says the pentax has better stats but thats not all! the sensor of the canon is far better.
also you can see if you look around, muuch more people have canon than pentax. (ive never seen someone who has a pentax)

Twcull

(10:45 PM, December 07, 2011)

It surprises me that Canon fails to stack up against the Pentax. I'm stuck between the two, video isn't important to me. Surely there must be a reason why the Pentax isn't so widely available.

Pentax K-5 vs Canon EOS 60D

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Pentax K-5 Competitors

Pentax KP

Nikon D7000

Nikon D3400

Canon EOS 60D Competitors

Canon Rebel T5i

Canon EOS Rebel T6

Canon EOS 70D

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