Canon 5D MIV vs Pentax K-3 II

Lets take a deeper look at the Canon 5D MIV versus Pentax K-3 II, both Advanced DSLR cameras by brands Canon and Pentax. There is a sizeable difference among the image resolutions of the 5D MIV (30MP) and K-3 II (24MP) and the 5D MIV (Full frame) and K-3 II (APS-C) boast totally different sensor sizing.

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The 5D MIV was revealed 17 months later than the K-3 II which makes them a generation apart from each other. The two cameras have the same body design (Mid-size SLR).

Before diving into a in-depth comparison, here is a short summation of how the 5D MIV scores vs the K-3 II in relation to portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.

Following is a preview of the gallery images for Canon EOS 5D Mark IV and Pentax K-3 II. The full galleries are provided at Canon 5D MIV Gallery and Pentax K-3 II Gallery.

For anyone who is looking to lug around your camera, you're going to have to consider its weight and dimensions. The Canon 5D MIV provides exterior measurements of 151mm x 116mm x 76mm (5.9" x 4.6" x 3.0") and a weight of 890 grams (1.96 lbs) and the Pentax K-3 II has dimensions of 131mm x 100mm x 77mm (5.2" x 3.9" x 3.0") having a weight of 800 grams (1.76 lbs).

See the Canon 5D MIV versus Pentax K-3 II in the new Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Keep in mind, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change depending on the lens you are utilizing at that time. Following is a front view measurement comparison of the 5D MIV against the K-3 II.

Taking into account size and weight, the portability grade of the 5D MIV and K-3 II is 55 and 59 respectively.

In many cases, it's tough to see the difference in sensor measurements simply by researching technical specs. The graphic underneath will provide you a greater sense of the sensor sizing in the 5D MIV and K-3 II.

As you can tell, the 2 cameras provide different megapixel count and different sensor measurements. The 5D MIV using its bigger sensor will make getting shallower depth of field less difficult and the Canon 5D MIV will render greater detail because of its extra 6 Megapixels. Higher resolution will allow you to crop photographs more aggressively. The more recent 5D MIV will have a benefit in sensor innovation.