Canon 50D vs Pentax K-3

The following is a comprehensive overview of the Canon 50D vs Pentax K-3, both Advanced DSLR digital cameras by manufacturers Canon and Pentax. There is a sizeable difference between the sensor resolutions of the 50D (15MP) and K-3 (24MP) but both cameras offer the identical sensor size (APS-C).

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The 50D was launched 6 years prior to the K-3 which is quite a large gap as far as tech is concerned. Both of the cameras feature the same body design (Mid-size SLR).

Before we go right into a thorough comparison, here is a concise summation of how the 50D matches up vs the K-3 in terms of portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

The following is a preview of the gallery images for Canon EOS 50D and Pentax K-3. The complete galleries are viewable at Canon 50D Gallery and Pentax K-3 Gallery.

For anyone who is intending to travel with your camera frequently, you're going to have to consider its weight and proportions. The Canon 50D provides exterior dimensions of 146mm x 108mm x 74mm (5.7" x 4.3" x 2.9") with a weight of 822 grams (1.81 lbs) and the Pentax K-3 has measurements of 131mm x 100mm x 77mm (5.2" x 3.9" x 3.0") along with a weight of 800 grams (1.76 lbs).

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Keep in mind, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ dependant on the lens you have during that time. The following is a front view measurement comparison of the 50D compared to the K-3.

Factoring in size and weight, the portability rating of the 50D and K-3 is 57 and 59 respectively.

Usually, it's hard to visualize the difference between sensor dimensions merely by checking a spec sheet. The pic below may provide you a clearer sense of the sensor sizes in the 50D and K-3.

As you can see, the 2 cameras feature the identical sensor size albeit different megapixels. You should expect the Pentax K-3 to resolve greater detail utilizing its extra 9 Megapixels. Higher resolution will also help you crop photographs way more aggressively. The more aged 50D is going to be disadvantaged with regard to sensor tech.