Nikon D810 vs Pentax K-3 II

Here, we will be evaluating the Nikon D810 vs Pentax K-3 II, both Advanced DSLR digital cameras by brands Nikon and Pentax. There is a substantial difference between the sensor resolutions of the D810 (36MP) and K-3 II (24MP) and the D810 (Full frame) and K-3 II (APS-C) provide totally different sensor sizes.

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The D810 was launched 10 months earlier than the K-3 II and they are of a similar age. Each of these cameras feature the same body design (Mid-size SLR).

Before getting right into a full comparison, here is a quick overview of how the D810 grades against the K-3 II in terms of portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

Below is a preview of the gallery images for Nikon D810 & Pentax K-3 II. The complete galleries are provided at Nikon D810 Gallery & Pentax K-3 II Gallery.

For anyone who is looking to carry around your camera, you have to think about its weight and volume. The Nikon D810 enjoys exterior measurements of 146mm x 123mm x 82mm (5.7" x 4.8" x 3.2") with a weight of 980 grams (2.16 lbs) and the Pentax K-3 II has sizing of 131mm x 100mm x 77mm (5.2" x 3.9" x 3.0") and a weight of 800 grams (1.76 lbs).

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Don't forget, the weight of an ILC will change dependant on the lens you are using during that time. Underneath is a front view dimension comparison of the D810 vs the K-3 II.

Using size and weight, the portability grade of the D810 and K-3 II is 54 and 59 respectively.

Often, it is very tough to envision the gap between sensor sizes purely by going over specifications. The pic here should provide you a greater sense of the sensor sizing in the D810 and K-3 II.

To sum up, both cameras feature different megapixels and different sensor sizes. The D810 featuring a bigger sensor will make shooting shallower DOF easier and the Nikon D810 will offer you greater detail utilizing its extra 12 Megapixels. Higher resolution will make it easier to crop shots way more aggressively. The more aged D810 is going to be disadvantaged when it comes to sensor technology.