Canon 5D MIV vs Pentax K-3
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Canon 5D MIV vs Pentax K-3 Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 30MP - Full frame Sensor
- 3.2" Fixed Display
- ISO 100 - 25600 (Bump to 102400)
- 1/8000s Max Shutter
- 4096 x 2160 video
- Canon EF Mount
- 890g - 151 x 116 x 76mm
- Announced August 2016
- Previous Model is Canon 5D MIII
(Full Review)
- 24MP - APS-C Sensor
- 3.2" Fixed Display
- ISO 100 - 51200
- Sensor based Image Stabilization
- No Anti-Alias Filter
- 1/8000s Maximum Shutter
- 1920 x 1080 video
- Pentax KAF2 Mount
- 800g - 131 x 100 x 77mm
- Revealed April 2014
- Successor is Pentax K-3 II
Canon 5D MIV vs Pentax K-3 Overview
Below, we are comparing the Canon 5D MIV versus Pentax K-3, both Advanced DSLR digital cameras by competitors Canon and Pentax. There exists a substantial gap between the resolutions of the 5D MIV (30MP) and K-3 (24MP) and the 5D MIV (Full frame) and K-3 (APS-C) possess different sensor dimensions.
Snapchat Adds Watermarks to AI-Created ImagesThe 5D MIV was announced 2 years later than the K-3 and that is quite a big difference as far as technology is concerned. Both cameras come with the identical body type (Mid-size SLR).
Before getting straight into a full comparison, below is a quick summary of how the 5D MIV matches up versus the K-3 for portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.
Canon 5D MIV vs Pentax K-3 Gallery
This is a sample of the gallery pics for Canon EOS 5D Mark IV & Pentax K-3. The whole galleries are available at Canon 5D MIV Gallery & Pentax K-3 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Canon 5D MIV over the Pentax K-3
5D MIV | K-3 | |||
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Revealed | August 2016 | April 2014 | Fresher by 29 months | |
Display resolution | 1620k | 1037k | Sharper display (+583k dot) | |
Touch friendly display | Easily navigate |
Reasons to pick Pentax K-3 over the Canon 5D MIV
K-3 | 5D MIV |
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Common features in the Canon 5D MIV and Pentax K-3
5D MIV | K-3 | |||
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Manually focus | More accurate focus | |||
Display type | Fixed | Fixed | Fixed display | |
Display dimension | 3.2" | 3.2" | Identical display sizing | |
Selfie screen | Neither features selfie screen |
Canon 5D MIV vs Pentax K-3 Physical Comparison
When you are aiming to carry your camera, you have to factor its weight and proportions. The Canon 5D MIV enjoys outer measurements of 151mm x 116mm x 76mm (5.9" x 4.6" x 3.0") accompanied by a weight of 890 grams (1.96 lbs) whilst the Pentax K-3 has measurements of 131mm x 100mm x 77mm (5.2" x 3.9" x 3.0") accompanied by a weight of 800 grams (1.76 lbs).
Look at the Canon 5D MIV versus Pentax K-3 in our newest Camera & Lens Size Comparison Tool.Remember, the weight of an ILC will differ based on the lens you select at the time. The following is the front view dimensions comparison of the 5D MIV vs the K-3.
Using dimensions and weight, the portability grade of the 5D MIV and K-3 is 55 and 59 respectively.
Canon 5D MIV vs Pentax K-3 Sensor Comparison
Typically, it is very difficult to visualize the difference between sensor sizing merely by reading a spec sheet. The photograph here should offer you a more clear sense of the sensor measurements in the 5D MIV and K-3.
Clearly, both of these cameras posses different resolutions and different sensor sizing. The 5D MIV having a larger sensor is going to make achieving shallower depth of field simpler and the Canon 5D MIV will offer extra detail with its extra 6 Megapixels. Greater resolution can also help you crop photos somewhat more aggressively. The more modern 5D MIV should have an edge with regard to sensor tech.
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Canon 5D MIV vs Pentax K-3 Specifications
Canon EOS 5D Mark IV | Pentax K-3 | |
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General Information | ||
Brand Name | Canon | Pentax |
Model | Canon EOS 5D Mark IV | Pentax K-3 |
Category | Advanced DSLR | Advanced DSLR |
Announced | 2016-08-25 | 2014-04-10 |
Physical type | Mid-size SLR | Mid-size SLR |
Sensor Information | ||
Powered by | Digic 6+ | Prime III |
Sensor type | CMOS | CMOS |
Sensor size | Full frame | APS-C |
Sensor dimensions | 36 x 24mm | 23.5 x 15.6mm |
Sensor area | 864.0mm² | 366.6mm² |
Sensor resolution | 30MP | 24MP |
Anti aliasing filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 1:1, 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 | 3:2 |
Highest resolution | 6720 x 4480 | 6016 x 4000 |
Highest native ISO | 25600 | 51200 |
Highest boosted ISO | 102400 | - |
Min native ISO | 100 | 100 |
RAW data | ||
Min boosted ISO | 50 | - |
Autofocusing | ||
Manual focus | ||
Autofocus touch | ||
Autofocus continuous | ||
Autofocus single | ||
Autofocus tracking | ||
Selective autofocus | ||
Center weighted autofocus | ||
Multi area autofocus | ||
Autofocus live view | ||
Face detect autofocus | ||
Contract detect autofocus | ||
Phase detect autofocus | ||
Number of focus points | 61 | 27 |
Cross focus points | 41 | 25 |
Lens | ||
Lens mount | Canon EF | Pentax KAF2 |
Number of lenses | 250 | 151 |
Crop factor | 1 | 1.5 |
Screen | ||
Type of display | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Display size | 3.2 inches | 3.2 inches |
Resolution of display | 1,620 thousand dots | 1,037 thousand dots |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch display | ||
Display technology | - | TFT LCD monitor |
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder type | Optical (pentaprism) | Optical (pentaprism) |
Viewfinder coverage | 100% | 100% |
Viewfinder magnification | 0.71x | 0.64x |
Features | ||
Slowest shutter speed | 30 secs | 30 secs |
Maximum shutter speed | 1/8000 secs | 1/8000 secs |
Continuous shooting rate | 7.0 frames/s | 8.0 frames/s |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Manually set exposure | ||
Exposure compensation | Yes | Yes |
Set white balance | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Inbuilt flash | ||
Flash range | no built-in flash | 13.00 m (at ISO 100) |
Flash modes | no built-in flash | Auto, on, off, red-eye, slow sync, slow sync + red-eye, trailing curtain sync, high speed, wireless, manual |
Hot shoe | ||
AE bracketing | ||
WB bracketing | ||
Maximum flash synchronize | 1/200 secs | 1/180 secs |
Exposure | ||
Multisegment | ||
Average | ||
Spot | ||
Partial | ||
AF area | ||
Center weighted | ||
Video features | ||
Supported video resolutions | 4096 x 2160 (29.97p, 24p, 23.98p), 1920 x 1080 (59.94p, 29.97p, 24p, 23.98p), 1280 x 720 (119.9p) | 1920 x 1080 (60i, 50i, 30p, 25p, 24p), 1280 x 720 (60p, 50p, 30p, 25p, 24p) |
Highest video resolution | 4096x2160 | 1920x1080 |
Video data format | MPEG-4, Motion JPEG | MPEG-4, H.264 |
Mic port | ||
Headphone port | ||
Connectivity | ||
Wireless | Built-In | None |
Bluetooth | ||
NFC | ||
HDMI | ||
USB | USB 3.0 (5 GBit/sec) | USB 3.0 (5 GBit/sec) |
GPS | Built-in | Optional |
Physical | ||
Environment sealing | ||
Water proof | ||
Dust proof | ||
Shock proof | ||
Crush proof | ||
Freeze proof | ||
Weight | 890 grams (1.96 pounds) | 800 grams (1.76 pounds) |
Dimensions | 151 x 116 x 76mm (5.9" x 4.6" x 3.0") | 131 x 100 x 77mm (5.2" x 3.9" x 3.0") |
DXO scores | ||
DXO All around score | 91 | 80 |
DXO Color Depth score | 24.8 | 23.7 |
DXO Dynamic range score | 13.6 | 13.4 |
DXO Low light score | 2995 | 1216 |
Other | ||
Battery life | 900 shots | 560 shots |
Form of battery | Battery Pack | Battery Pack |
Battery model | LP-E6 | D-LI90 |
Self timer | Yes (2 or 10 secs, custom) | Yes ( 2 or 12 seconds) |
Time lapse recording | ||
Storage type | CompactFlash + SD/SDHC/SDXC card (UHS-I enabled) | Dual SD/SDHC/SDXC |
Card slots | Dual | Dual |
Cost at launch | $3,299 | $639 |