Canon 6D vs Pentax K-3 II

In this write-up, we will be reviewing the Canon 6D and Pentax K-3 II, both Advanced DSLR digital cameras by brands Canon and Pentax. The image resolution of the 6D (20MP) and the K-3 II (24MP) is relatively well matched but the 6D (Full frame) and K-3 II (APS-C) possess different sensor size.

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The 6D was introduced 3 years prior to the K-3 II and that is quite a serious difference as far as tech is concerned. Both of these cameras offer the identical body type (Mid-size SLR).

Before we go in to a more detailed comparison, below is a brief highlight of how the 6D matches up versus the K-3 II in the way of portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

Following is a preview of the gallery photos for Canon EOS 6D & Pentax K-3 II. The whole galleries are viewable at Canon 6D Gallery & Pentax K-3 II Gallery.

For anybody who is intending to carry your camera often, you'll need to think about its weight and proportions. The Canon 6D features physical measurements of 145mm x 111mm x 71mm (5.7" x 4.4" x 2.8") along with a weight of 770 grams (1.70 lbs) while the Pentax K-3 II has measurements of 131mm x 100mm x 77mm (5.2" x 3.9" x 3.0") and a weight of 800 grams (1.76 lbs).

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Take into consideration, the weight of an ILC will change depending on the lens you are working with at the time. Below is the front view measurement comparison of the 6D vs the K-3 II.

Taking into consideration size and weight, the portability rating of the 6D and K-3 II is 59 and 59 respectively.

Often, its difficult to imagine the difference between sensor sizing merely by reading through technical specs. The photograph here may offer you a more clear sense of the sensor measurements in the 6D and K-3 II.

As you have seen, each of these cameras enjoy different megapixels and different sensor sizing. The 6D using its bigger sensor is going to make achieving shallower DOF simpler and the Pentax K-3 II will give you greater detail using its extra 4MP. Higher resolution will allow you to crop photographs far more aggressively. The older 6D is going to be disadvantaged with regard to sensor innovation.