Nikon D780 vs Pentax K-3 II

Here is a in-depth comparison of the Nikon D780 vs Pentax K-3 II, both Advanced DSLR digital cameras by manufacturers Nikon and Pentax. The resolution of the D780 (25MP) and the K-3 II (24MP) is relatively similar but the D780 (Full frame) and K-3 II (APS-C) enjoy totally different sensor measurements.

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The D780 was manufactured 4 years later than the K-3 II and that is quite a significant difference as far as tech is concerned. Both of these cameras offer the identical body type (Mid-size SLR).

Before diving straight into a in-depth comparison, below is a short overview of how the D780 grades versus the K-3 II with regard to portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

The following is a preview of the gallery photos for Nikon D780 & Pentax K-3 II. The entire galleries are available at Nikon D780 Gallery & Pentax K-3 II Gallery.

For those who are going to carry your camera often, you need to factor in its weight and dimensions. The Nikon D780 provides exterior dimensions of 144mm x 116mm x 76mm (5.7" x 4.6" x 3.0") with a weight of 840 grams (1.85 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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Do not forget, the weight of an ILC will change based on the lens you are utilising at the time. The following is the front view proportions comparison of the D780 compared to the K-3 II.

Taking into account size and weight, the portability rating of the D780 and K-3 II is 57 and 59 respectively.

Generally, it can be tough to envision the contrast between sensor sizing purely by reviewing specifications. The graphic below should provide you a clearer sense of the sensor dimensions in the D780 and K-3 II.

Plainly, both of the cameras offer different megapixels and different sensor sizing. The D780 due to its bigger sensor will make shooting shallow depth of field simpler and the Nikon D780 will offer extra detail due to its extra 1MP. Higher resolution will also make it easier to crop photographs a little more aggressively. The younger D780 is going to have a benefit with regard to sensor innovation.