Canon M3 vs Pentax K-1
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Canon M3 vs Pentax K-1 Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 24MP - APS-C Sensor
- 3" Tilting Screen
- ISO 100 - 12800 (Increase to 25600)
- 1920 x 1080 video
- Canon EF-M Mount
- 366g - 111 x 68 x 44mm
- Released February 2015
- Updated by Canon M6
(Full Review)
- 36MP - Full frame Sensor
- 3.2" Fully Articulated Display
- ISO 100 - 204800
- Sensor based 5-axis Image Stabilization
- No Anti-Alias Filter
- 1/8000s Maximum Shutter
- 1920 x 1080 video
- Pentax KAF2 Mount
- 1010g - 137 x 110 x 86mm
- Launched February 2016
- Replacement is Pentax K-1 II
Canon M3 vs Pentax K-1 Overview
The following is a thorough analysis of the Canon M3 versus Pentax K-1, former is a Entry-Level Mirrorless while the other is a Advanced DSLR by manufacturers Canon and Pentax. There exists a considerable gap among the resolutions of the M3 (24MP) and K-1 (36MP) and the M3 (APS-C) and K-1 (Full frame) enjoy totally different sensor measurements.
Peek Behind the Lens of 'Photographer' and Their Go-To CamerasThe M3 was manufactured 12 months before the K-1 so they are of a similar age. Both of the cameras offer different body type with the Canon M3 being a Rangefinder-style mirrorless camera and the Pentax K-1 being a Mid-size SLR camera.
Before we go in to a comprehensive comparison, below is a quick overview of how the M3 matches up against the K-1 in the way of portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.
Canon M3 vs Pentax K-1 Gallery
Here is a sample of the gallery pics for Canon EOS M3 & Pentax K-1. The entire galleries are viewable at Canon M3 Gallery & Pentax K-1 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Canon M3 over the Pentax K-1
M3 | K-1 | |||
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Display resolution | 1040k | 1037k | Crisper display (+3k dot) | |
Selfie screen | Easy selfies | |||
Touch display | Easily navigate |
Reasons to pick Pentax K-1 over the Canon M3
K-1 | M3 | |||
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Launched | February 2016 | February 2015 | Newer by 12 months | |
Display type | Fully Articulated | Tilting | Fully Articulating display | |
Display sizing | 3.2" | 3" | Larger display (+0.2") |
Common features in the Canon M3 and Pentax K-1
M3 | K-1 | |||
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Focus manually | Very accurate focusing |
Canon M3 vs Pentax K-1 Physical Comparison
In case you're going to travel with your camera frequently, you'll have to take into account its weight and dimensions. The Canon M3 has got physical dimensions of 111mm x 68mm x 44mm (4.4" x 2.7" x 1.7") having a weight of 366 grams (0.81 lbs) and the Pentax K-1 has dimensions of 137mm x 110mm x 86mm (5.4" x 4.3" x 3.4") having a weight of 1010 grams (2.23 lbs).
Check the Canon M3 versus Pentax K-1 in our completely new Camera & Lens Size Comparison Tool.Remember that, the weight of an ILC will vary depending on the lens you use at that moment. The following is the front view dimensions comparison of the M3 vs the K-1.
Factoring in dimensions and weight, the portability score of the M3 and K-1 is 85 and 55 respectively.
Canon M3 vs Pentax K-1 Sensor Comparison
Sometimes, it's hard to see the gap in sensor dimensions merely by looking through specifications. The pic underneath should provide you a clearer sense of the sensor dimensions in the M3 and K-1.
To sum up, both of the cameras offer different megapixel count and different sensor dimensions. The M3 due to its smaller sensor will make getting shallower depth of field harder and the Pentax K-1 will provide you with extra detail due to its extra 12MP. Greater resolution will let you crop photos a little more aggressively. The more aged M3 will be behind with regard to sensor tech.
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Canon M3 vs Pentax K-1 Specifications
Canon EOS M3 | Pentax K-1 | |
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General Information | ||
Brand | Canon | Pentax |
Model type | Canon EOS M3 | Pentax K-1 |
Class | Entry-Level Mirrorless | Advanced DSLR |
Released | 2015-02-06 | 2016-02-17 |
Body design | Rangefinder-style mirrorless | Mid-size SLR |
Sensor Information | ||
Processor | DIGIC 6 | - |
Sensor type | CMOS | CMOS |
Sensor size | APS-C | Full frame |
Sensor measurements | 22.3 x 14.9mm | 35.9 x 24mm |
Sensor surface area | 332.3mm² | 861.6mm² |
Sensor resolution | 24MP | 36MP |
Anti alias filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 1:1, 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 | 3:2 |
Highest resolution | 6000 x 4000 | 7360 x 4912 |
Highest native ISO | 12800 | 204800 |
Highest boosted ISO | 25600 | - |
Minimum native ISO | 100 | 100 |
RAW pictures | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Focus manually | ||
Touch focus | ||
AF continuous | ||
Single AF | ||
Tracking AF | ||
AF selectice | ||
AF center weighted | ||
Multi area AF | ||
Live view AF | ||
Face detection AF | ||
Contract detection AF | ||
Phase detection AF | ||
Total focus points | 49 | 33 |
Cross type focus points | - | 25 |
Lens | ||
Lens mount type | Canon EF-M | Pentax KAF2 |
Available lenses | 23 | 151 |
Crop factor | 1.6 | 1 |
Screen | ||
Screen type | Tilting | Fully Articulated |
Screen size | 3" | 3.2" |
Screen resolution | 1,040k dot | 1,037k dot |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch screen | ||
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder | Electronic (optional) | Optical (pentaprism) |
Viewfinder coverage | - | 100 percent |
Viewfinder magnification | - | 0.7x |
Features | ||
Slowest shutter speed | 30s | 30s |
Maximum shutter speed | 1/4000s | 1/8000s |
Continuous shooting speed | 4.2fps | 4.4fps |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Expose Manually | ||
Exposure compensation | Yes | Yes |
Set WB | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Inbuilt flash | ||
Flash distance | 5.00 m (at ISO 100) | no built-in flash |
Flash settings | Auto, on, off, slow synchro | 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 |
External flash | ||
AEB | ||
WB bracketing | ||
Maximum flash sync | - | 1/200s |
Exposure | ||
Multisegment | ||
Average | ||
Spot | ||
Partial | ||
AF area | ||
Center weighted | ||
Video features | ||
Video resolutions | 1920 x 1080 (30p, 25p, 24p), 1280 x 720 (60p, 50p), 640 x 480 (30p, 25p) | 1920 x 1080 (60i, 50i, 30p, 25p, 24p), 1280 x 720 (60p, 50p) |
Highest video resolution | 1920x1080 | 1920x1080 |
Video file format | H.264 | MPEG-4, H.264 |
Microphone input | ||
Headphone input | ||
Connectivity | ||
Wireless | Built-In | Built-In |
Bluetooth | ||
NFC | ||
HDMI | ||
USB | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) |
GPS | None | Built-in |
Physical | ||
Environment seal | ||
Water proofing | ||
Dust proofing | ||
Shock proofing | ||
Crush proofing | ||
Freeze proofing | ||
Weight | 366 grams (0.81 pounds) | 1010 grams (2.23 pounds) |
Dimensions | 111 x 68 x 44mm (4.4" x 2.7" x 1.7") | 137 x 110 x 86mm (5.4" x 4.3" x 3.4") |
DXO scores | ||
DXO All around rating | 72 | 96 |
DXO Color Depth rating | 22.8 | 25.4 |
DXO Dynamic range rating | 11.8 | 14.6 |
DXO Low light rating | 1169 | 3280 |
Other | ||
Battery life | 250 images | 760 images |
Battery format | Battery Pack | Battery Pack |
Battery ID | LP-E17 | D-LI90 |
Self timer | Yes (2 or 10 sec) | Yes (2 or 12 sec, custom) |
Time lapse recording | ||
Type of storage | SD/SDHC/SDXC | Dual SD/SDHC/SDXC (UHS-I) |
Storage slots | Single | 2 |
Pricing at launch | $481 | $1,499 |