Nikon D300S vs Pentax K-3 III

Here is a extended review of the Nikon D300S versus Pentax K-3 III, both Advanced DSLR cameras by rivals Nikon and Pentax. There is a noticeable difference among the image resolutions of the D300S (12MP) and K-3 III (26MP) but both cameras offer the same sensor dimensions (APS-C).

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The D300S was brought out 12 years prior to the K-3 III and that is a fairly sizable difference as far as camera tech is concerned. Each of the cameras have the same body design (Mid-size SLR).

Before we go right into a in-depth comparison, here is a concise introduction of how the D300S grades versus the K-3 III in the way of portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

Below is a preview of the gallery photos for Nikon D300S & Pentax K-3 Mark III. The entire galleries are provided at Nikon D300S Gallery & Pentax K-3 III Gallery.

For anyone who is intending to carry your camera, you should factor in its weight and proportions. The Nikon D300S comes with outside dimensions of 147mm x 114mm x 74mm (5.8" x 4.5" x 2.9") having a weight of 938 grams (2.07 lbs) and the Pentax K-3 III has measurements of 135mm x 104mm x 74mm (5.3" x 4.1" x 2.9") with a weight of 820 grams (1.81 lbs).

Contrast the Nikon D300S versus Pentax K-3 III in our completely new Camera plus Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Take into consideration, the weight of an ILC will vary dependant on the lens you choose at the time. Underneath is a front view over all size comparison of the D300S versus the K-3 III.

Using size and weight, the portability rating of the D300S and K-3 III is 55 and 58 respectively.

Usually, its hard to visualise the difference in sensor sizing simply by researching a spec sheet. The visual underneath might give you a more clear sense of the sensor dimensions in the D300S and K-3 III.

Clearly, both of the cameras have the same sensor dimensions albeit not the same MP. You can count on the Pentax K-3 III to result in more detail having its extra 14 Megapixels. Higher resolution will also help you crop photographs a bit more aggressively. The older D300S will be disadvantaged in sensor technology.