Nikon D500 vs Pentax K-3 III
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Nikon D500 vs Pentax K-3 III Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 21MP - APS-C Sensor
- 3.2" Tilting Screen
- ISO 100 - 51200 (Push to 1640000)
- No Anti-Alias Filter
- 1/8000s Max Shutter
- 3840 x 2160 video
- Nikon F Mount
- 860g - 147 x 115 x 81mm
- Launched January 2016
- Replaced the Nikon D300S
(Full Review)
- 26MP - APS-C Sensor
- 3.2" Fixed Screen
- ISO 100 - 1600000
- Sensor based Image Stabilization
- No Anti-Alias Filter
- 1/8000s Maximum Shutter
- 3840 x 2160 video
- Pentax KAF2 Mount
- 820g - 135 x 104 x 74mm
- Revealed March 2021
Nikon D500 vs Pentax K-3 III Overview
Here, we will be looking at the Nikon D500 and Pentax K-3 III, both Advanced DSLR digital cameras by competitors Nikon and Pentax. The image resolution of the D500 (21MP) and the K-3 III (26MP) is pretty similar and both cameras boast the identical sensor dimensions (APS-C).
Sora from OpenAI releases its first ever music videoThe D500 was released 6 years prior to the K-3 III and that is quite a serious difference as far as technology is concerned. Both of the cameras feature the same body design (Mid-size SLR).
Before we go into a step-by-step comparison, here is a quick summary of how the D500 scores versus the K-3 III with respect to portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.
Nikon D500 vs Pentax K-3 III Gallery
Here is a preview of the gallery images for Nikon D500 & Pentax K-3 Mark III. The complete galleries are viewable at Nikon D500 Gallery & Pentax K-3 III Gallery.
Reasons to pick Nikon D500 over the Pentax K-3 III
D500 | K-3 III | |||
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Screen type | Tilting | Fixed | Tilting screen | |
Screen resolution | 2359k | 1620k | Crisper screen (+739k dot) |
Reasons to pick Pentax K-3 III over the Nikon D500
K-3 III | D500 | |||
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Revealed | March 2021 | January 2016 | Fresher by 63 months |
Common features in the Nikon D500 and Pentax K-3 III
D500 | K-3 III | |||
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Manually focus | Dial exact focusing | |||
Screen size | 3.2" | 3.2" | Same screen sizing | |
Selfie screen | Missing selfie screen | |||
Touch screen | Quickly navigate |
Nikon D500 vs Pentax K-3 III Physical Comparison
If you are intending to carry your camera, you should factor its weight and measurements. The Nikon D500 features outside measurements of 147mm x 115mm x 81mm (5.8" x 4.5" x 3.2") along with a weight of 860 grams (1.90 lbs) whilst the Pentax K-3 III has proportions of 135mm x 104mm x 74mm (5.3" x 4.1" x 2.9") accompanied by a weight of 820 grams (1.81 lbs).
Compare the Nikon D500 and Pentax K-3 III in our brand new Camera & Lens Size Comparison Tool.Take into account, the weight of an ILC will vary based on the lens you use at that time. Following is a front view size comparison of the D500 against the K-3 III.
Taking into account dimensions and weight, the portability rating of the D500 and K-3 III is 56 and 58 respectively.
Nikon D500 vs Pentax K-3 III Sensor Comparison
Sometimes, it can be difficult to visualize the difference between sensor sizing just by reviewing technical specs. The visual underneath may give you a much better sense of the sensor sizing in the D500 and K-3 III.
As you have seen, both of the cameras come with the identical sensor size albeit different MP. You can expect the Pentax K-3 III to offer you more detail as a result of its extra 5 Megapixels. Higher resolution will also enable you to crop shots a good deal more aggressively. The older D500 is going to be behind with regard to sensor innovation.
Nikon D500 vs Pentax K-3 III Screen and ViewFinder
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Nikon D500 vs Pentax K-3 III Specifications
Nikon D500 | Pentax K-3 Mark III | |
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General Information | ||
Brand Name | Nikon | Pentax |
Model | Nikon D500 | Pentax K-3 Mark III |
Class | Advanced DSLR | Advanced DSLR |
Launched | 2016-01-05 | 2021-03-31 |
Physical type | Mid-size SLR | Mid-size SLR |
Sensor Information | ||
Processor Chip | Expeed 5 | - |
Sensor type | CMOS | CMOS |
Sensor size | APS-C | APS-C |
Sensor dimensions | 23.5 x 15.7mm | 23 x 15.5mm |
Sensor surface area | 369.0mm² | 356.5mm² |
Sensor resolution | 21MP | 26MP |
Anti aliasing filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 3:2 | 3:2 |
Highest resolution | 5568 x 3712 | 6192 x 4128 |
Highest native ISO | 51200 | 1600000 |
Highest boosted ISO | 1640000 | - |
Min native ISO | 100 | 100 |
RAW images | ||
Min boosted ISO | 50 | - |
Autofocusing | ||
Focus manually | ||
Touch to focus | ||
Autofocus continuous | ||
Single autofocus | ||
Autofocus tracking | ||
Autofocus selectice | ||
Center weighted autofocus | ||
Multi area autofocus | ||
Live view autofocus | ||
Face detection autofocus | ||
Contract detection autofocus | ||
Phase detection autofocus | ||
Number of focus points | 153 | 101 |
Cross focus points | 99 | 25 |
Lens | ||
Lens mount | Nikon F | Pentax KAF2 |
Total lenses | 309 | 156 |
Crop factor | 1.5 | 1.6 |
Screen | ||
Screen type | Tilting | Fixed Type |
Screen diagonal | 3.2 inches | 3.2 inches |
Resolution of screen | 2,359k dots | 1,620k dots |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch friendly | ||
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder type | Optical (pentaprism) | Optical (pentaprism) |
Viewfinder coverage | 100 percent | 100 percent |
Viewfinder magnification | 0.66x | 0.7x |
Features | ||
Lowest shutter speed | 30 seconds | 30 seconds |
Highest shutter speed | 1/8000 seconds | 1/8000 seconds |
Continuous shooting rate | 10.0fps | 12.0fps |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Expose Manually | ||
Exposure compensation | Yes | Yes |
Set white balance | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Integrated flash | ||
Flash range | no built-in flash | no built-in flash |
Flash settings | Auto, On, Off, Red-eye, Slow sync, Rear curtain | Auto, Auto + Red-eye Reduction, Flash On, Flash On + Red-eye Reduction, Slow- speed Sync, Slow-speed Sync + Red-eye, P-TTL, Contrast-control-sync, High-speed sync, Wireless sync |
External flash | ||
AE bracketing | ||
White balance bracketing | ||
Highest flash synchronize | 1/250 seconds | 1/200 seconds |
Exposure | ||
Multisegment metering | ||
Average metering | ||
Spot metering | ||
Partial metering | ||
AF area metering | ||
Center weighted metering | ||
Video features | ||
Supported video resolutions | 4K (UHD) 30p/25p/24p, 1080/60p/50p/30p/25p/24p, 720/60p/50p | 3840 x 2160 @ 30p, MOV, H.264, Linear PCM3840 x 2160 @ 24p, MOV, H.264, Linear PCM1920 x 1080 @ 60p, MOV, H.264, Linear PCM1920 x 1080 @ 30p, MOV, H.264, Linear PCM1920 x 1080 @ 24p, MOV, H.264, Linear PCM |
Highest video resolution | 3840x2160 | 3840x2160 |
Video file format | MPEG-4, H.264 | MPEG-4, H.264 |
Mic port | ||
Headphone port | ||
Connectivity | ||
Wireless | Built-In | Built-In |
Bluetooth | ||
NFC | ||
HDMI | ||
USB | USB 3.0 (5 GBit/sec) | USB 3.2 Gen 1 (5 GBit/sec) |
GPS | Optional | None |
Physical | ||
Environment sealing | ||
Water proof | ||
Dust proof | ||
Shock proof | ||
Crush proof | ||
Freeze proof | ||
Weight | 860g (1.90 lb) | 820g (1.81 lb) |
Physical dimensions | 147 x 115 x 81mm (5.8" x 4.5" x 3.2") | 135 x 104 x 74mm (5.3" x 4.1" x 2.9") |
DXO scores | ||
DXO All around score | 84 | not tested |
DXO Color Depth score | 24.1 | not tested |
DXO Dynamic range score | 14.0 | not tested |
DXO Low light score | 1324 | not tested |
Other | ||
Battery life | 1240 photos | 800 photos |
Form of battery | Battery Pack | Battery Pack |
Battery model | EN-EL15 | D-LI90 |
Self timer | Yes (2, 5, 10 or 20 sec) | Yes |
Time lapse feature | ||
Storage type | XQD/SD/SDHC/SDXC (UHS-II compliant) | Dual SD/SDHC/SDXC slots (UHS-II supported in slot 1) |
Card slots | 2 | 2 |
Cost at launch | $1,497 | $1,999 |