Canon 70D vs Pentax K-3 II
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Canon 70D vs Pentax K-3 II Key Specs
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(Full Review)
- 24MP - APS-C Sensor
- 3.2" Fixed Screen
- ISO 100 - 51200
- Sensor based Image Stabilization
- No Anti-Alias Filter
- 1/8000s Max Shutter
- 1920 x 1080 video
- Pentax KAF2 Mount
- 800g - 131 x 100 x 77mm
- Introduced April 2015
- Previous Model is Pentax K-3

Canon 70D vs Pentax K-3 II Overview
On this page, we will be comparing the Canon 70D versus Pentax K-3 II, both Advanced DSLR cameras by manufacturers Canon and Pentax. The sensor resolution of the 70D (20MP) and the K-3 II (24MP) is relatively close and both cameras offer the same sensor sizing (APS-C).

The 70D was unveiled 17 months earlier than the K-3 II which makes them a generation away from each other. Both cameras have the same body design (Mid-size SLR).
Before delving straight to a full comparison, here is a short view of how the 70D matches up vs the K-3 II with regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

Canon 70D vs Pentax K-3 II Gallery
Below is a preview of the gallery photos for Canon EOS 70D and Pentax K-3 II. The full galleries are available at Canon 70D Gallery and Pentax K-3 II Gallery.
Reasons to pick Canon 70D over the Pentax K-3 II
70D | K-3 II | |||
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Screen type | Fully Articulated | ![]() | Fixed | Fully Articulating screen |
Screen resolution | 1040k | ![]() | 1037k | Crisper screen (+3k dot) |
Selfie screen | ![]() | Take selfies | ||
Touch screen | ![]() | Quickly navigate |
Reasons to pick Pentax K-3 II over the Canon 70D
K-3 II | 70D | |||
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Introduced | April 2015 | ![]() | October 2013 | Newer by 17 months |
Screen dimensions | 3.2" | ![]() | 3" | Bigger screen (+0.2") |
Common features in the Canon 70D and Pentax K-3 II
70D | K-3 II | |||
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Focus manually | ![]() | Very precise focus |
Canon 70D vs Pentax K-3 II Physical Comparison
In case you're aiming to travel with your camera, you have to factor in its weight and measurements. The Canon 70D has got physical measurements of 139mm x 104mm x 79mm (5.5" x 4.1" x 3.1") with a weight of 755 grams (1.66 lbs) whilst 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).
Analyze the Canon 70D versus Pentax K-3 II in the latest Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.
Remember that, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change based on the lens you are working with during that time. Here is a front view overall size comparison of the 70D against the K-3 II.

Looking at size and weight, the portability score of the 70D and K-3 II is 59 and 59 respectively.

Canon 70D vs Pentax K-3 II Sensor Comparison
Generally, it is very hard to visualise the gap in sensor dimensions merely by researching specifications. The pic here might provide you a much better sense of the sensor sizing in the 70D and K-3 II.
Plainly, both of these cameras have the same sensor dimensions albeit not the same megapixels. You should count on the Pentax K-3 II to provide you with more detail having an extra 4MP. Higher resolution will allow you to crop pictures a bit more aggressively. The more aged 70D will be behind with regard to sensor technology.

Canon 70D vs Pentax K-3 II Screen and ViewFinder


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Canon 70D vs Pentax K-3 II Specifications
Canon EOS 70D | Pentax K-3 II | |
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General Information | ||
Manufacturer | Canon | Pentax |
Model | Canon EOS 70D | Pentax K-3 II |
Type | Advanced DSLR | Advanced DSLR |
Introduced | 2013-10-31 | 2015-04-23 |
Body design | Mid-size SLR | Mid-size SLR |
Sensor Information | ||
Processor | Digic 5+ | Prime III |
Sensor type | CMOS | CMOS |
Sensor size | APS-C | APS-C |
Sensor dimensions | 22.5 x 15mm | 23.5 x 15.6mm |
Sensor area | 337.5mm² | 366.6mm² |
Sensor resolution | 20MP | 24MP |
Anti aliasing filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 1:1, 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 | 3:2 |
Highest resolution | 5472 x 3648 | 6016 x 4000 |
Highest native ISO | 12800 | 51200 |
Highest boosted ISO | 25600 | - |
Lowest native ISO | 100 | 100 |
RAW pictures | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Manual focus | ||
Touch to focus | ||
AF continuous | ||
Single AF | ||
AF tracking | ||
Selective AF | ||
Center weighted AF | ||
Multi area AF | ||
AF live view | ||
Face detect AF | ||
Contract detect AF | ||
Phase detect AF | ||
Number of focus points | 19 | 27 |
Cross focus points | 19 | 25 |
Lens | ||
Lens mount | Canon EF/EF-S | Pentax KAF2 |
Available lenses | 326 | 151 |
Focal length multiplier | 1.6 | 1.5 |
Screen | ||
Range of display | Fully Articulated | Fixed Type |
Display diagonal | 3 inch | 3.2 inch |
Display resolution | 1,040 thousand dot | 1,037 thousand dot |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch function | ||
Display technology | Clear View II TFT color LCD | - |
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder type | Optical (pentaprism) | Optical (pentaprism) |
Viewfinder coverage | 98% | 100% |
Viewfinder magnification | 0.6x | 0.64x |
Features | ||
Slowest shutter speed | 30s | 30s |
Maximum shutter speed | 1/8000s | 1/8000s |
Continuous shooting speed | 7.0 frames per second | 8.3 frames per second |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Manual exposure | ||
Exposure compensation | Yes | Yes |
Custom WB | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Inbuilt flash | ||
Flash range | 12.00 m | no built-in flash |
Flash modes | Auto, On, Off, Red-eye | Auto Flash Discharge, Auto Flash + Red-eye Reduction, Flash On, Flash On + Red-eye Reduction, Slow-speed Sync, Slow-speed Sync + Red-eye, P-TTL, Trailing Curtain Sync, Contrast-control-sync, High-speed sync, Wireless sync (available with dedicated external flash) |
External flash | ||
AE bracketing | ||
WB bracketing | ||
Maximum flash sync | 1/250s | 1/180s |
Exposure | ||
Multisegment | ||
Average | ||
Spot | ||
Partial | ||
AF area | ||
Center weighted | ||
Video features | ||
Supported video resolutions | 1920 x 1080 (29.97, 25, 23.976 fps), 1280 x 720 (59.94, 50 fps), 640 x 480 (59.94, 50 fps) | 1920 x 1080 (60i, 50i, 30p, 25p, 24p), 1280 x 720 (60p, 50p, 30p, 25p, 24p) |
Highest video resolution | 1920x1080 | 1920x1080 |
Video format | H.264 | MPEG-4, H.264 |
Mic input | ||
Headphone input | ||
Connectivity | ||
Wireless | Built-In | Optional |
Bluetooth | ||
NFC | ||
HDMI | ||
USB | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) | USB 3.0 (5 GBit/sec) |
GPS | Optional | BuiltIn |
Physical | ||
Environmental seal | ||
Water proof | ||
Dust proof | ||
Shock proof | ||
Crush proof | ||
Freeze proof | ||
Weight | 755 grams (1.66 pounds) | 800 grams (1.76 pounds) |
Physical dimensions | 139 x 104 x 79mm (5.5" x 4.1" x 3.1") | 131 x 100 x 77mm (5.2" x 3.9" x 3.0") |
DXO scores | ||
DXO All around score | 68 | 80 |
DXO Color Depth score | 22.5 | 23.6 |
DXO Dynamic range score | 11.6 | 13.6 |
DXO Low light score | 926 | 1106 |
Other | ||
Battery life | 920 pictures | 720 pictures |
Battery format | Battery Pack | Battery Pack |
Battery model | LP-E6 | D-LI90 |
Self timer | Yes (2 or 10 sec, remote) | Yes ( 2 or 12 seconds) |
Time lapse feature | ||
Storage media | SD/SDHC/SDXC | Dual SD/SDHC/SDXC |
Storage slots | 1 | Two |
Retail price | $758 | $829 |