Nikon D610 vs Pentax K-3 III
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Nikon D610 vs Pentax K-3 III Key Specs
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- 24MP - Full frame Sensor
- 3.2" Fixed Display
- ISO 100 - 6400 (Raise to 25600)
- 1920 x 1080 video
- Nikon F Mount
- 850g - 141 x 113 x 82mm
- Launched October 2013
- Superseded the Nikon D600
(Full Review)
- 26MP - APS-C Sensor
- 3.2" Fixed Display
- ISO 100 - 1600000
- Sensor based Image Stabilization
- No Anti-Alias Filter
- 1/8000s Max Shutter
- 3840 x 2160 video
- Pentax KAF2 Mount
- 820g - 135 x 104 x 74mm
- Introduced March 2021
Nikon D610 vs Pentax K-3 III Overview
Lets look a little more closely at the Nikon D610 versus Pentax K-3 III, both Advanced DSLR digital cameras by companies Nikon and Pentax. The resolution of the D610 (24MP) and the K-3 III (26MP) is very well matched but the D610 (Full frame) and K-3 III (APS-C) have totally different sensor measurements.
Snapchat Adds Watermarks to AI-Created ImagesThe D610 was unveiled 8 years earlier than the K-3 III and that is quite a serious gap as far as tech is concerned. Both cameras feature the same body design (Mid-size SLR).
Before diving into a more detailed comparison, here is a quick overview of how the D610 matches up against the K-3 III with respect to portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.
Nikon D610 vs Pentax K-3 III Gallery
Following is a sample of the gallery pics for Nikon D610 and Pentax K-3 Mark III. The full galleries are provided at Nikon D610 Gallery and Pentax K-3 III Gallery.
Reasons to pick Nikon D610 over the Pentax K-3 III
D610 | K-3 III |
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Reasons to pick Pentax K-3 III over the Nikon D610
K-3 III | D610 | |||
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Introduced | March 2021 | October 2013 | More recent by 91 months | |
Display resolution | 1620k | 921k | Clearer display (+699k dot) | |
Touch display | Easily navigate |
Common features in the Nikon D610 and Pentax K-3 III
D610 | K-3 III | |||
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Focus manually | Very exact focus | |||
Display type | Fixed | Fixed | Fixed display | |
Display size | 3.2" | 3.2" | Same display measurements | |
Selfie screen | Neither has selfie screen |
Nikon D610 vs Pentax K-3 III Physical Comparison
If you're intending to lug around your camera frequently, you will want to take into account its weight and size. The Nikon D610 has outside 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 III has specifications of 135mm x 104mm x 74mm (5.3" x 4.1" x 2.9") and a weight of 820 grams (1.81 lbs).
Take a look at the Nikon D610 versus Pentax K-3 III in the latest Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.Keep in mind, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary based on the lens you have at that time. Here is a front view measurement comparison of the D610 vs the K-3 III.
Taking into account size and weight, the portability score of the D610 and K-3 III is 56 and 58 respectively.
Nikon D610 vs Pentax K-3 III Sensor Comparison
Generally, it is tough to envision the difference between sensor measurements only by checking specifications. The photograph below should give you a far better sense of the sensor dimensions in the D610 and K-3 III.
To sum up, the 2 cameras feature different resolutions and different sensor measurements. The D610 having a larger sensor will make getting shallow DOF easier and the Pentax K-3 III will resolve greater detail having an extra 2MP. Greater resolution will also let you crop images way more aggressively. The older D610 is going to be behind with regard to sensor innovation.
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Nikon D610 vs Pentax K-3 III Specifications
Nikon D610 | Pentax K-3 Mark III | |
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General Information | ||
Company | Nikon | Pentax |
Model | Nikon D610 | Pentax K-3 Mark III |
Type | Advanced DSLR | Advanced DSLR |
Launched | 2013-10-08 | 2021-03-31 |
Body design | Mid-size SLR | Mid-size SLR |
Sensor Information | ||
Processor | Expeed 3 | - |
Sensor type | CMOS | CMOS |
Sensor size | Full frame | APS-C |
Sensor measurements | 35.9 x 24mm | 23 x 15.5mm |
Sensor area | 861.6mm² | 356.5mm² |
Sensor resolution | 24 megapixels | 26 megapixels |
Anti aliasing filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 3:2 | 3:2 |
Highest Possible resolution | 6016 x 4016 | 6192 x 4128 |
Maximum native ISO | 6400 | 1600000 |
Maximum enhanced ISO | 25600 | - |
Min native ISO | 100 | 100 |
RAW data | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Manual focus | ||
AF touch | ||
AF continuous | ||
Single AF | ||
AF tracking | ||
Selective AF | ||
Center weighted AF | ||
Multi area AF | ||
AF live view | ||
Face detect focusing | ||
Contract detect focusing | ||
Phase detect focusing | ||
Number of focus points | 39 | 101 |
Cross focus points | 9 | 25 |
Lens | ||
Lens mount | Nikon F | Pentax KAF2 |
Available lenses | 309 | 156 |
Focal length multiplier | 1 | 1.6 |
Screen | ||
Range of display | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Display diagonal | 3.2 inch | 3.2 inch |
Display resolution | 921 thousand dot | 1,620 thousand dot |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch screen | ||
Display tech | TFT LCD monitor | - |
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder | Optical (pentaprism) | Optical (pentaprism) |
Viewfinder coverage | 100% | 100% |
Viewfinder magnification | 0.7x | 0.7x |
Features | ||
Minimum shutter speed | 30 seconds | 30 seconds |
Fastest shutter speed | 1/4000 seconds | 1/8000 seconds |
Continuous shutter speed | 6.0 frames per sec | 12.0 frames per sec |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Manually set exposure | ||
Exposure compensation | Yes | Yes |
Change WB | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Built-in flash | ||
Flash range | 12.00 m (at ISO 100) | 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 | ||
AEB | ||
WB bracketing | ||
Fastest flash sync | 1/200 seconds | 1/200 seconds |
Exposure | ||
Multisegment exposure | ||
Average exposure | ||
Spot exposure | ||
Partial exposure | ||
AF area exposure | ||
Center weighted exposure | ||
Video features | ||
Video resolutions | 1920 x 1080 (30, 25, 24 fps), 1280 x 720 (60, 50, 30, 25 fps) | 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 |
Maximum video resolution | 1920x1080 | 3840x2160 |
Video data format | MPEG-4, H.264 | MPEG-4, H.264 |
Microphone jack | ||
Headphone jack | ||
Connectivity | ||
Wireless | Optional | Built-In |
Bluetooth | ||
NFC | ||
HDMI | ||
USB | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) | USB 3.2 Gen 1 (5 GBit/sec) |
GPS | Optional | None |
Physical | ||
Environmental seal | ||
Water proof | ||
Dust proof | ||
Shock proof | ||
Crush proof | ||
Freeze proof | ||
Weight | 850 grams (1.87 lb) | 820 grams (1.81 lb) |
Physical dimensions | 141 x 113 x 82mm (5.6" x 4.4" x 3.2") | 135 x 104 x 74mm (5.3" x 4.1" x 2.9") |
DXO scores | ||
DXO Overall score | 94 | not tested |
DXO Color Depth score | 25.1 | not tested |
DXO Dynamic range score | 14.4 | not tested |
DXO Low light score | 2925 | not tested |
Other | ||
Battery life | 900 photos | 800 photos |
Type of battery | Battery Pack | Battery Pack |
Battery model | EN-EL15 | D-LI90 |
Self timer | Yes | Yes |
Time lapse feature | ||
Type of storage | SD/SDHC/SDXC x 2 slots | Dual SD/SDHC/SDXC slots (UHS-II supported in slot 1) |
Storage slots | Two | Two |
Retail pricing | $1,600 | $1,999 |