Canon 6D MII vs Pentax K-3 III

On this page, we are looking at the Canon 6D MII and Pentax K-3 III, both Advanced DSLR digital cameras by brands Canon and Pentax. The resolution of the 6D MII (26MP) and the K-3 III (26MP) is very similar but the 6D MII (Full frame) and K-3 III (APS-C) have different sensor dimensions.

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The 6D MII was introduced 4 years before the K-3 III which is quite a significant difference as far as tech is concerned. Each of the cameras have the same body design (Mid-size SLR).

Before delving into a in depth comparison, here is a quick summary of how the 6D MII grades versus the K-3 III in relation to portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

Below is a sample of the gallery pics for Canon EOS 6D Mark II & Pentax K-3 Mark III. The whole galleries are available at Canon 6D MII Gallery & Pentax K-3 III Gallery.

When you are aiming to carry around your camera often, you need to factor in its weight and dimensions. The Canon 6D MII comes with outside measurements of 144mm x 111mm x 75mm (5.7" x 4.4" x 3.0") along with a weight of 765 grams (1.69 lbs) whilst the Pentax K-3 III has dimensions of 135mm x 104mm x 74mm (5.3" x 4.1" x 2.9") accompanied by a weight of 820 grams (1.81 lbs).

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Don't forget, the weight of an ILC will differ depending on the lens you are utilizing during that time. Underneath is a front view dimensions comparison of the 6D MII versus the K-3 III.

Considering size and weight, the portability grade of the 6D MII and K-3 III is 59 and 58 respectively.

Generally, it is hard to imagine the difference between sensor sizes purely by going over specs. The picture here will help provide you a far better sense of the sensor measurements in the 6D MII and K-3 III.

As you can plainly see, both of these cameras have the same MP but different sensor sizes. The 6D MII has got the larger sensor which will make achieving shallow DOF less difficult. The more aged 6D MII is going to be behind with regard to sensor technology.