Nikon D600 vs Pentax K-3 II

In this write-up, we will be contrasting the Nikon D600 vs Pentax K-3 II, both Advanced DSLR digital cameras by competitors Nikon and Pentax. The image resolution of the D600 (24MP) and the K-3 II (24MP) is pretty well matched but the D600 (Full frame) and K-3 II (APS-C) feature different sensor size.

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The D600 was revealed 3 years prior to the K-3 II which is quite a large gap as far as tech is concerned. Each of the cameras offer the identical body type (Mid-size SLR).

Before going in to a more detailed comparison, below is a simple synopsis of how the D600 matches up vs the K-3 II in regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

Here is a preview of the gallery images for Nikon D600 and Pentax K-3 II. The full galleries are available at Nikon D600 Gallery and Pentax K-3 II Gallery.

If you're intending to travel with your camera, you should consider its weight and dimensions. The Nikon D600 has got external dimensions of 141mm x 113mm x 82mm (5.6" x 4.4" x 3.2") accompanied by a weight of 850 grams (1.87 lbs) and the Pentax K-3 II has dimensions of 131mm x 100mm x 77mm (5.2" x 3.9" x 3.0") with a weight of 800 grams (1.76 lbs).

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Take into consideration, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change based on the lens you are using during that time. Following is the front view measurements comparison of the D600 vs the K-3 II.

Taking into account size and weight, the portability grade of the D600 and K-3 II is 56 and 59 respectively.

In many cases, it can be tough to picture the gap between sensor dimensions purely by reading through technical specs. The pic underneath will help offer you a greater sense of the sensor dimensions in the D600 and K-3 II.

As you can tell, each of the cameras enjoy the same exact resolution albeit different sensor dimensions. The D600 provides the bigger sensor which is going to make getting shallow depth of field less difficult. The more aged D600 is going to be behind in sensor innovation.