Canon 60D vs Pentax K-3 III

On this page, we are comparing the Canon 60D versus Pentax K-3 III, both Advanced DSLR digital cameras by competitors Canon and Pentax. There exists a considerable gap between the resolutions of the 60D (18MP) and K-3 III (26MP) but both cameras provide the same sensor size (APS-C).

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The 60D was released 11 years before the K-3 III and that is quite a large difference as far as technology is concerned. Both of these cameras have the same body design (Mid-size SLR).

Before we go straight to a step-by-step comparison, here is a brief overview of how the 60D matches up vs the K-3 III in the way of portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.

The following is a sample of the gallery pictures for Canon EOS 60D & Pentax K-3 Mark III. The complete galleries are provided at Canon 60D Gallery & Pentax K-3 III Gallery.

If you're looking to lug around your camera often, you'll have to consider its weight and volume. The Canon 60D has external measurements of 145mm x 106mm x 79mm (5.7" x 4.2" x 3.1") having a weight of 755 grams (1.66 lbs) while the Pentax K-3 III has sizing of 135mm x 104mm x 74mm (5.3" x 4.1" x 2.9") with a weight of 820 grams (1.81 lbs).

Look at the Canon 60D versus Pentax K-3 III in our brand new Camera plus Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Do not forget, the weight of an ILC will vary depending on the lens you have attached at the time. Underneath is a front view physical size comparison of the 60D compared to the K-3 III.

Considering dimensions and weight, the portability score of the 60D and K-3 III is 59 and 58 respectively.

Sometimes, it can be hard to visualize the difference between sensor measurements simply by reading through specs. The photograph underneath will help offer you a better sense of the sensor sizing in the 60D and K-3 III.

All in all, both the cameras provide the same sensor dimensions but different resolution. You can anticipate the Pentax K-3 III to resolve more detail as a result of its extra 8MP. Greater resolution will also enable you to crop images more aggressively. The older 60D is going to be disadvantaged when it comes to sensor innovation.