Canon 60D vs Pentax K-3 II

In this write-up, we will be contrasting the Canon 60D versus Pentax K-3 II, both Advanced DSLR digital cameras by manufacturers Canon and Pentax. There exists a sizeable gap between the sensor resolutions of the 60D (18MP) and K-3 II (24MP) but they possess the same exact sensor dimensions (APS-C).

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The 60D was released 5 years earlier than the K-3 II and that is quite a large gap as far as technology is concerned. Both of these cameras offer the identical body type (Mid-size SLR).

Before we go through a in-depth comparison, below is a concise highlight of how the 60D matches up versus the K-3 II when considering portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.

Here is a preview of the gallery photos for Canon EOS 60D and Pentax K-3 II. The complete galleries are viewable at Canon 60D Gallery and Pentax K-3 II Gallery.

For anybody who is planning to lug around your camera often, you will have to factor its weight and measurements. The Canon 60D features external measurements of 145mm x 106mm x 79mm (5.7" x 4.2" x 3.1") and a weight of 755 grams (1.66 lbs) and the Pentax K-3 II has proportions of 131mm x 100mm x 77mm (5.2" x 3.9" x 3.0") with a weight of 800 grams (1.76 lbs).

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Keep in mind, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary depending on the lens you select at that moment. The following is the front view physical size comparison of the 60D versus the K-3 II.

Taking into account dimensions and weight, the portability grade of the 60D and K-3 II is 59 and 59 respectively.

Normally, it's difficult to imagine the difference between sensor measurements just by reading a spec sheet. The photograph below will help give you a better sense of the sensor measurements in the 60D and K-3 II.

As you can see, both cameras enjoy the same exact sensor sizing albeit different megapixels. You should count on the Pentax K-3 II to offer more detail as a result of its extra 6MP. Higher resolution will also let you crop shots far more aggressively. The older 60D is going to be behind in sensor tech.