Canon 5D vs Pentax K-3 II

Here, we are analyzing the Canon 5D vs Pentax K-3 II, both Advanced DSLR digital cameras by rivals Canon and Pentax. There is a sizable difference between the image resolutions of the 5D (13MP) and K-3 II (24MP) and the 5D (Full frame) and K-3 II (APS-C) provide different sensor measurements.

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The 5D was announced 10 years prior to the K-3 II which is quite a significant difference as far as tech is concerned. Each of the cameras feature the same body design (Mid-size SLR).

Before going into a comprehensive comparison, here is a simple summary of how the 5D matches up versus the K-3 II in relation to portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

The following is a sample of the gallery pictures for Canon EOS 5D & Pentax K-3 II. The whole galleries are available at Canon 5D Gallery & Pentax K-3 II Gallery.

For anybody who is looking to carry around your camera, you need to factor its weight and proportions. The Canon 5D provides external dimensions of 152mm x 113mm x 75mm (6.0" x 4.4" x 3.0") and a weight of 895 grams (1.97 lbs) and the Pentax K-3 II 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).

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Take into consideration, the weight of an ILC will change dependant on the lens you are utilizing during that time. Below is a front view size comparison of the 5D compared to the K-3 II.

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

Often, it's difficult to picture the difference between sensor sizes just by reading through technical specs. The pic below will offer you a much better sense of the sensor dimensions in the 5D and K-3 II.

As you have seen, the 2 cameras feature different resolutions and different sensor sizes. The 5D with its larger sensor is going to make achieving shallow depth of field easier and the Pentax K-3 II will give extra detail with its extra 11 Megapixels. Greater resolution can also enable you to crop images way more aggressively. The more aged 5D is going to be disadvantaged in sensor tech.