Nikon D750 vs Pentax K-3 II
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Nikon D750 vs Pentax K-3 II Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 24MP - Full frame Sensor
- 3.2" Tilting Display
- ISO 100 - 12800 (Expand to 51200)
- 1920 x 1080 video
- Nikon F Mount
- 840g - 141 x 113 x 78mm
- Released September 2014
- Earlier Model is Nikon D700
- Successor is Nikon D780
(Full Review)
- 24MP - APS-C Sensor
- 3.2" Fixed Screen
- ISO 100 - 51200
- Sensor based Image Stabilization
- No Anti-Alias Filter
- 1/8000s Max Shutter
- 1920 x 1080 video
- Pentax KAF2 Mount
- 800g - 131 x 100 x 77mm
- Introduced April 2015
- Succeeded the Pentax K-3
Nikon D750 vs Pentax K-3 II Overview
In this article, we will be reviewing the Nikon D750 versus Pentax K-3 II, both Advanced DSLR cameras by competitors Nikon and Pentax. The resolution of the D750 (24MP) and the K-3 II (24MP) is pretty comparable but the D750 (Full frame) and K-3 II (APS-C) possess totally different sensor measurements.
Apple Innovates by Creating Next-Level Optical Stabilization for iPhoneThe D750 was released 7 months earlier than the K-3 II which means that they are both of a similar generation. The two cameras offer the identical body type (Mid-size SLR).
Before diving straight into a comprehensive comparison, below is a brief summary of how the D750 grades against the K-3 II in the way of portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.
Nikon D750 vs Pentax K-3 II Gallery
This is a preview of the gallery images for Nikon D750 and Pentax K-3 II. The complete galleries are viewable at Nikon D750 Gallery and Pentax K-3 II Gallery.
Reasons to pick Nikon D750 over the Pentax K-3 II
D750 | K-3 II | |||
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Screen type | Tilting | Fixed | Tilting screen | |
Screen resolution | 1229k | 1037k | Crisper screen (+192k dot) |
Reasons to pick Pentax K-3 II over the Nikon D750
K-3 II | D750 | |||
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Introduced | April 2015 | September 2014 | Fresher by 7 months |
Common features in the Nikon D750 and Pentax K-3 II
D750 | K-3 II | |||
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Manual focus | Very precise focusing | |||
Screen sizing | 3.2" | 3.2" | Equivalent screen measurements | |
Selfie screen | No selfie screen | |||
Touch friendly screen | No Touch friendly screen |
Nikon D750 vs Pentax K-3 II Physical Comparison
In case you're looking to carry your camera frequently, you will need to take into account its weight and measurements. The Nikon D750 offers outer dimensions of 141mm x 113mm x 78mm (5.6" x 4.4" x 3.1") accompanied by a weight of 840 grams (1.85 lbs) whilst the Pentax K-3 II has proportions of 131mm x 100mm x 77mm (5.2" x 3.9" x 3.0") with a weight of 800 grams (1.76 lbs).
Look at the Nikon D750 versus Pentax K-3 II in the latest Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.Take into account, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ depending on the lens you are working with at that moment. Underneath is the front view physical size comparison of the D750 against the K-3 II.
Considering size and weight, the portability score of the D750 and K-3 II is 57 and 59 respectively.
Nikon D750 vs Pentax K-3 II Sensor Comparison
In many cases, it is difficult to envision the difference in sensor sizing merely by going through specs. The photograph here will help give you a more clear sense of the sensor sizes in the D750 and K-3 II.
All in all, both cameras offer the same exact resolution albeit not the same sensor sizing. The D750 offers the bigger sensor which is going to make getting shallower DOF less difficult. The older D750 will be behind in sensor innovation.
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Nikon D750 vs Pentax K-3 II Specifications
Nikon D750 | Pentax K-3 II | |
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General Information | ||
Brand | Nikon | Pentax |
Model type | Nikon D750 | Pentax K-3 II |
Class | Advanced DSLR | Advanced DSLR |
Released | 2014-09-12 | 2015-04-23 |
Body design | Mid-size SLR | Mid-size SLR |
Sensor Information | ||
Processor Chip | Expeed 4 | Prime III |
Sensor type | CMOS | CMOS |
Sensor size | Full frame | APS-C |
Sensor dimensions | 35.9 x 24mm | 23.5 x 15.6mm |
Sensor area | 861.6mm² | 366.6mm² |
Sensor resolution | 24MP | 24MP |
Anti alias filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 3:2 | 3:2 |
Peak resolution | 6016 x 4016 | 6016 x 4000 |
Highest native ISO | 12800 | 51200 |
Highest enhanced ISO | 51200 | - |
Minimum native ISO | 100 | 100 |
RAW files | ||
Minimum enhanced ISO | 50 | - |
Autofocusing | ||
Focus manually | ||
Touch focus | ||
Autofocus continuous | ||
Autofocus single | ||
Tracking autofocus | ||
Selective autofocus | ||
Autofocus center weighted | ||
Multi area autofocus | ||
Autofocus live view | ||
Face detect focus | ||
Contract detect focus | ||
Phase detect focus | ||
Total focus points | 51 | 27 |
Cross type focus points | 15 | 25 |
Lens | ||
Lens mount type | Nikon F | Pentax KAF2 |
Total lenses | 309 | 151 |
Crop factor | 1 | 1.5 |
Screen | ||
Display type | Tilting | Fixed Type |
Display size | 3.2" | 3.2" |
Display resolution | 1,229 thousand dot | 1,037 thousand dot |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch function | ||
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder | Optical (pentaprism) | Optical (pentaprism) |
Viewfinder coverage | 100% | 100% |
Viewfinder magnification | 0.7x | 0.64x |
Features | ||
Minimum shutter speed | 30s | 30s |
Fastest shutter speed | 1/4000s | 1/8000s |
Continuous shutter speed | 6.5 frames/s | 8.3 frames/s |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Manually set exposure | ||
Exposure compensation | Yes | Yes |
Custom white balance | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Built-in flash | ||
Flash distance | 12.00 m (at ISO 100) | no built-in flash |
Flash modes | Auto, Auto FP high-speed sync, auto w/redeye reduction, auto slow sync, auto slow sync w/redeye reduction, fill flash, rear-curtain sync, rear-curtain w/slow sync, redeye reduction, redeye reduction w/slow sync, slow sync, off | Auto Flash Discharge, Auto Flash + Red-eye Reduction, Flash On, Flash On + Red-eye Reduction, Slow-speed Sync, Slow-speed Sync + Red-eye, P-TTL, Trailing Curtain Sync, Contrast-control-sync, High-speed sync, Wireless sync (available with dedicated external flash) |
Hot shoe | ||
AEB | ||
WB bracketing | ||
Fastest flash sync | 1/200s | 1/180s |
Exposure | ||
Multisegment metering | ||
Average metering | ||
Spot metering | ||
Partial metering | ||
AF area metering | ||
Center weighted metering | ||
Video features | ||
Video resolutions | 1920 x 1080 (60p, 50p, 30p, 25p, 24p), 1280 x 720 (60p, 50p) | 1920 x 1080 (60i, 50i, 30p, 25p, 24p), 1280 x 720 (60p, 50p, 30p, 25p, 24p) |
Highest video resolution | 1920x1080 | 1920x1080 |
Video format | MPEG-4, H.264 | MPEG-4, H.264 |
Mic jack | ||
Headphone jack | ||
Connectivity | ||
Wireless | Built-In | Optional |
Bluetooth | ||
NFC | ||
HDMI | ||
USB | USB 3.0 (5 GBit/sec) | USB 3.0 (5 GBit/sec) |
GPS | Optional | BuiltIn |
Physical | ||
Environment seal | ||
Water proofing | ||
Dust proofing | ||
Shock proofing | ||
Crush proofing | ||
Freeze proofing | ||
Weight | 840 gr (1.85 lb) | 800 gr (1.76 lb) |
Dimensions | 141 x 113 x 78mm (5.6" x 4.4" x 3.1") | 131 x 100 x 77mm (5.2" x 3.9" x 3.0") |
DXO scores | ||
DXO Overall rating | 93 | 80 |
DXO Color Depth rating | 24.8 | 23.6 |
DXO Dynamic range rating | 14.5 | 13.6 |
DXO Low light rating | 2956 | 1106 |
Other | ||
Battery life | 1230 images | 720 images |
Type of battery | Battery Pack | Battery Pack |
Battery ID | EN-EL15 | D-LI90 |
Self timer | Yes (2, 5, 10, 20 secs) | Yes ( 2 or 12 seconds) |
Time lapse shooting | ||
Type of storage | SD/SDHC/SDXC (dual slots) | Dual SD/SDHC/SDXC |
Storage slots | 2 | 2 |
Price at release | $2,000 | $829 |