Leica Digilux 3 vs Pentax K-3

Following is a comprehensive analysis of the Leica Digilux 3 versus Pentax K-3, both Advanced DSLR cameras by companies Leica and Pentax. There is a huge difference among the resolutions of the Digilux 3 (7MP) and K-3 (24MP) and the Digilux 3 (Four Thirds) and K-3 (APS-C) enjoy different sensor sizes.

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The Digilux 3 was revealed 8 years prior to the K-3 which is a fairly significant gap as far as camera tech is concerned. The two cameras come with the identical body type (Mid-size SLR).

Before we go straight into a more detailed comparison, below is a short overview of how the Digilux 3 matches up vs the K-3 in regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

Here is a sample of the gallery pictures for Leica Digilux 3 and Pentax K-3. The full galleries are available at Leica Digilux 3 Gallery and Pentax K-3 Gallery.

If you are aiming to carry around your camera, you need to factor in its weight and measurements. The Leica Digilux 3 offers physical measurements of 146mm x 87mm x 77mm (5.7" x 3.4" x 3.0") along with a weight of 606 grams (1.34 lbs) and the Pentax K-3 has proportions of 131mm x 100mm x 77mm (5.2" x 3.9" x 3.0") along with a weight of 800 grams (1.76 lbs).

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Remember, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change dependant on the lens you use during that time. Following is the front view dimension comparison of the Digilux 3 and the K-3.

Using size and weight, the portability rating of the Digilux 3 and K-3 is 65 and 59 respectively.

In many cases, it is hard to imagine the contrast in sensor sizes merely by researching technical specs. The pic here will offer you a much better sense of the sensor sizing in the Digilux 3 and K-3.

As you have seen, each of these cameras posses different megapixels and different sensor sizes. The Digilux 3 having a smaller sensor is going to make achieving shallower DOF more difficult and the Pentax K-3 will provide you with extra detail because of its extra 17MP. Greater resolution will also help you crop pics somewhat more aggressively. The more aged Digilux 3 will be disadvantaged when it comes to sensor innovation.