Canon 6D vs Pentax K-3 III

Let's look a little more in depth at the Canon 6D and Pentax K-3 III, both Advanced DSLR cameras by competitors Canon and Pentax. There exists a sizable gap among the sensor resolutions of the 6D (20MP) and K-3 III (26MP) and the 6D (Full frame) and K-3 III (APS-C) feature different sensor measurements.

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The 6D was revealed 9 years before the K-3 III and that is a fairly significant difference as far as camera technology is concerned. Both of the cameras offer the identical body type (Mid-size SLR).

Before delving in to a in-depth comparison, below is a simple overview of how the 6D scores against the K-3 III in relation to portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

Following is a sample of the gallery pictures for Canon EOS 6D & Pentax K-3 Mark III. The full galleries are viewable at Canon 6D Gallery & Pentax K-3 III Gallery.

If you're planning to carry your camera often, you should take into account its weight and measurements. The Canon 6D has got exterior measurements of 145mm x 111mm x 71mm (5.7" x 4.4" x 2.8") with a weight of 770 grams (1.70 lbs) whilst the Pentax K-3 III has proportions of 135mm x 104mm x 74mm (5.3" x 4.1" x 2.9") along with a weight of 820 grams (1.81 lbs).

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Take into account, the weight of an ILC will differ depending on the lens you choose during that time. The following is the front view measurement comparison of the 6D versus the K-3 III.

Taking into consideration dimensions and weight, the portability score of the 6D and K-3 III is 59 and 58 respectively.

Sometimes, it is very tough to visualize the contrast in sensor sizing purely by looking through specifications. The photograph below might offer you a stronger sense of the sensor measurements in the 6D and K-3 III.

Plainly, each of these cameras offer different megapixel count and different sensor sizing. The 6D using its larger sensor is going to make achieving shallow depth of field less difficult and the Pentax K-3 III will provide you with greater detail because of its extra 6 Megapixels. Greater resolution will also allow you to crop pics a little more aggressively. The older 6D will be behind when it comes to sensor innovation.