Fujifilm S9900w vs Pentax K-3
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Fujifilm S9900w vs Pentax K-3 Key Specs
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- 16MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3" Fixed Screen
- ISO 100 - 12800
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 1920 x 1080 video
- 24-1200mm (F2.9-6.5) lens
- 670g - 123 x 87 x 116mm
- Introduced January 2015
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- 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
- Announced April 2014
- Renewed by Pentax K-3 II
Fujifilm S9900w vs Pentax K-3 Overview
Here is a detailed comparison of the Fujifilm S9900w versus Pentax K-3, one being a Small Sensor Superzoom and the latter is a Advanced DSLR by manufacturers FujiFilm and Pentax. There is a huge difference between the resolutions of the Fujifilm S9900w (16MP) and K-3 (24MP) and the Fujifilm S9900w (1/2.3") and K-3 (APS-C) feature different sensor size.
TikTok Developing Photo App to Challenge Instagram's DominanceThe Fujifilm S9900w was released 10 months later than the K-3 which means that they are both of a similar generation. Each of these cameras offer different body type with the Fujifilm S9900w being a SLR-like (bridge) camera and the Pentax K-3 being a Mid-size SLR camera.
Before we go in to a more detailed comparison, below is a concise synopsis of how the Fujifilm S9900w matches up versus the K-3 in terms of portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.
Fujifilm S9900w vs Pentax K-3 Gallery
Following is a preview of the gallery photos for Fujifilm S9900w and Pentax K-3. The complete galleries are provided at Fujifilm S9900w Gallery and Pentax K-3 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Fujifilm S9900w over the Pentax K-3
Fujifilm S9900w | K-3 | |||
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Announced | January 2015 | April 2014 | Fresher by 10 months | |
Selfie screen | Easy selfies |
Reasons to pick Pentax K-3 over the Fujifilm S9900w
K-3 | Fujifilm S9900w | |||
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Screen sizing | 3.2" | 3" | Bigger screen (+0.2") | |
Screen resolution | 1037k | 460k | Crisper screen (+577k dot) |
Common features in the Fujifilm S9900w and Pentax K-3
Fujifilm S9900w | K-3 | |||
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Manual focus | Very precise focusing | |||
Screen type | Fixed | Fixed | Fixed screen | |
Touch friendly screen | No Touch friendly screen |
Fujifilm S9900w vs Pentax K-3 Physical Comparison
For anybody who is planning to carry your camera, you need to take into account its weight and dimensions. The Fujifilm S9900w provides external dimensions of 123mm x 87mm x 116mm (4.8" x 3.4" x 4.6") with a weight of 670 grams (1.48 lbs) whilst the Pentax K-3 has dimensions of 131mm x 100mm x 77mm (5.2" x 3.9" x 3.0") accompanied by a weight of 800 grams (1.76 lbs).
Examine the Fujifilm S9900w versus Pentax K-3 in the all new Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.Bear in mind, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary based on the lens you are utilising at that time. Below is the front view proportions comparison of the Fujifilm S9900w versus the K-3.
Taking into account size and weight, the portability score of the Fujifilm S9900w and K-3 is 61 and 59 respectively.
Fujifilm S9900w vs Pentax K-3 Sensor Comparison
In many cases, it's hard to picture the difference between sensor sizing merely by checking a spec sheet. The visual below may offer you a clearer sense of the sensor sizes in the Fujifilm S9900w and K-3.
As you can see, the 2 cameras offer different megapixels and different sensor sizing. The Fujifilm S9900w due to its tinier sensor is going to make getting shallower depth of field trickier and the Pentax K-3 will give you more detail as a result of its extra 8MP. Higher resolution will help you crop shots a little more aggressively. The younger Fujifilm S9900w provides an advantage when it comes to sensor tech.
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Fujifilm S9900w vs Pentax K-3 Specifications
Fujifilm S9900w | Pentax K-3 | |
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General Information | ||
Make | FujiFilm | Pentax |
Model | Fujifilm S9900w | Pentax K-3 |
Class | Small Sensor Superzoom | Advanced DSLR |
Introduced | 2015-01-14 | 2014-04-10 |
Body design | SLR-like (bridge) | Mid-size SLR |
Sensor Information | ||
Chip | - | Prime III |
Sensor type | CMOS | CMOS |
Sensor size | 1/2.3" | APS-C |
Sensor dimensions | 6.17 x 4.55mm | 23.5 x 15.6mm |
Sensor area | 28.1mm² | 366.6mm² |
Sensor resolution | 16 megapixels | 24 megapixels |
Anti aliasing filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 1:1, 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 | 3:2 |
Highest Possible resolution | 4608 x 3456 | 6016 x 4000 |
Maximum native ISO | 12800 | 51200 |
Minimum native ISO | 100 | 100 |
RAW data | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Manual focus | ||
AF touch | ||
Continuous AF | ||
AF single | ||
Tracking AF | ||
Selective AF | ||
Center weighted AF | ||
AF multi area | ||
AF live view | ||
Face detection focusing | ||
Contract detection focusing | ||
Phase detection focusing | ||
Number of focus points | - | 27 |
Cross focus points | - | 25 |
Lens | ||
Lens mounting type | fixed lens | Pentax KAF2 |
Lens focal range | 24-1200mm (50.0x) | - |
Maximal aperture | f/2.9-6.5 | - |
Macro focus range | 7cm | - |
Amount of lenses | - | 151 |
Crop factor | 5.8 | 1.5 |
Screen | ||
Range of screen | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Screen diagonal | 3 inch | 3.2 inch |
Screen resolution | 460k dot | 1,037k dot |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch screen | ||
Screen technology | - | TFT LCD monitor |
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder type | Electronic | Optical (pentaprism) |
Viewfinder resolution | 920k dot | - |
Viewfinder coverage | 97 percent | 100 percent |
Viewfinder magnification | - | 0.64x |
Features | ||
Minimum shutter speed | 8s | 30s |
Fastest shutter speed | 1/1700s | 1/8000s |
Continuous shutter speed | 10.0fps | 8.0fps |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Manually set exposure | ||
Exposure compensation | Yes | Yes |
Change WB | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Built-in flash | ||
Flash range | 7.00 m (with Auto ISO) | 13.00 m (at ISO 100) |
Flash modes | Auto, flash on, flash off, slow synchro | Auto, on, off, red-eye, slow sync, slow sync + red-eye, trailing curtain sync, high speed, wireless, manual |
Hot shoe | ||
Auto exposure bracketing | ||
White balance bracketing | ||
Fastest flash sync | - | 1/180s |
Exposure | ||
Multisegment metering | ||
Average metering | ||
Spot metering | ||
Partial metering | ||
AF area metering | ||
Center weighted metering | ||
Video features | ||
Supported video resolutions | 1920 x 1080 (6oi), 1280 x 720 (60p), 640 x 480 (30p) | 1920 x 1080 (60i, 50i, 30p, 25p, 24p), 1280 x 720 (60p, 50p, 30p, 25p, 24p) |
Maximum video resolution | 1920x1080 | 1920x1080 |
Video data format | H.264 | MPEG-4, H.264 |
Mic input | ||
Headphone input | ||
Connectivity | ||
Wireless | Built-In | None |
Bluetooth | ||
NFC | ||
HDMI | ||
USB | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) | USB 3.0 (5 GBit/sec) |
GPS | None | Optional |
Physical | ||
Environment seal | ||
Water proof | ||
Dust proof | ||
Shock proof | ||
Crush proof | ||
Freeze proof | ||
Weight | 670 gr (1.48 lbs) | 800 gr (1.76 lbs) |
Dimensions | 123 x 87 x 116mm (4.8" x 3.4" x 4.6") | 131 x 100 x 77mm (5.2" x 3.9" x 3.0") |
DXO scores | ||
DXO Overall score | not tested | 80 |
DXO Color Depth score | not tested | 23.7 |
DXO Dynamic range score | not tested | 13.4 |
DXO Low light score | not tested | 1216 |
Other | ||
Battery life | 300 images | 560 images |
Battery format | Battery Pack | Battery Pack |
Battery model | 4 x AA | D-LI90 |
Self timer | Yes (2 or 10 sec) | Yes ( 2 or 12 seconds) |
Time lapse shooting | ||
Storage media | SD/SDHC/SDXC, Internal | Dual SD/SDHC/SDXC |
Storage slots | Single | 2 |
Cost at release | $719 | $639 |