Nikon Df vs Pentax K-3 II
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Nikon Df vs Pentax K-3 II Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 16MP - Full frame Sensor
- 3.2" Fixed Display
- ISO 100 - 12800 (Push to 204800)
- No Video
- Nikon F Mount
- 760g - 144 x 110 x 67mm
- Released December 2013
(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
- Revealed April 2015
- Older Model is Pentax K-3
Nikon Df vs Pentax K-3 II Overview
Here is a in depth analysis of the Nikon Df vs Pentax K-3 II, both Advanced DSLR cameras by competitors Nikon and Pentax. There exists a significant gap among the resolutions of the Df (16MP) and K-3 II (24MP) and the Df (Full frame) and K-3 II (APS-C) possess totally different sensor measurements.
Sora from OpenAI releases its first ever music videoThe Df was launched 16 months earlier than the K-3 II which makes the cameras a generation apart from one another. Each of these cameras offer the identical body type (Mid-size SLR).
Before diving in to a step-by-step comparison, below is a brief overview of how the Df grades against the K-3 II in terms of portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.
Nikon Df vs Pentax K-3 II Gallery
Here is a preview of the gallery photos for Nikon Df and Pentax K-3 II. The complete galleries are viewable at Nikon Df Gallery and Pentax K-3 II Gallery.
Reasons to pick Nikon Df over the Pentax K-3 II
Df | K-3 II |
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Reasons to pick Pentax K-3 II over the Nikon Df
K-3 II | Df | |||
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Revealed | April 2015 | December 2013 | Fresher by 16 months | |
Screen resolution | 1037k | 921k | Clearer screen (+116k dot) |
Common features in the Nikon Df and Pentax K-3 II
Df | K-3 II | |||
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Manually focus | Dial exact focusing | |||
Screen type | Fixed | Fixed | Fixed screen | |
Screen sizing | 3.2" | 3.2" | Equivalent screen measurements | |
Selfie screen | Missing selfie screen | |||
Touch screen | Missing Touch screen |
Nikon Df vs Pentax K-3 II Physical Comparison
When you are going to carry your camera, you are going to need to take into account its weight and proportions. The Nikon Df has external measurements of 144mm x 110mm x 67mm (5.7" x 4.3" x 2.6") with a weight of 760 grams (1.68 lbs) whilst the Pentax K-3 II has measurements of 131mm x 100mm x 77mm (5.2" x 3.9" x 3.0") having a weight of 800 grams (1.76 lbs).
Analyze the Nikon Df vs Pentax K-3 II in the new Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.Remember that, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change depending on the lens you have during that time. The following is the front view measurement comparison of the Df versus the K-3 II.
Using dimensions and weight, the portability grade of the Df and K-3 II is 59 and 59 respectively.
Nikon Df vs Pentax K-3 II Sensor Comparison
Sometimes, it's hard to see the difference in sensor sizing only by seeing technical specs. The graphic below may give you a stronger sense of the sensor measurements in the Df and K-3 II.
As you have seen, each of these cameras enjoy different megapixels and different sensor sizing. The Df because of its bigger sensor will make getting shallower DOF simpler and the Pentax K-3 II will produce more detail utilizing its extra 8MP. Higher resolution can also help you crop photographs far more aggressively. The older Df will be disadvantaged when it comes to sensor technology.
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Nikon Df vs Pentax K-3 II Specifications
Nikon Df | Pentax K-3 II | |
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General Information | ||
Make | Nikon | Pentax |
Model | Nikon Df | Pentax K-3 II |
Class | Advanced DSLR | Advanced DSLR |
Released | 2013-12-20 | 2015-04-23 |
Body design | Mid-size SLR | Mid-size SLR |
Sensor Information | ||
Powered by | Expeed 3 | Prime III |
Sensor type | CMOS | CMOS |
Sensor size | Full frame | APS-C |
Sensor measurements | 36 x 23.9mm | 23.5 x 15.6mm |
Sensor area | 860.4mm² | 366.6mm² |
Sensor resolution | 16 megapixel | 24 megapixel |
Anti aliasing filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 3:2 | 3:2 |
Max resolution | 4928 x 3280 | 6016 x 4000 |
Max native ISO | 12800 | 51200 |
Max enhanced ISO | 204800 | - |
Minimum native ISO | 100 | 100 |
RAW images | ||
Minimum enhanced ISO | 50 | - |
Autofocusing | ||
Manual focus | ||
Touch to focus | ||
Continuous AF | ||
AF single | ||
AF tracking | ||
Selective AF | ||
Center weighted AF | ||
AF multi area | ||
AF live view | ||
Face detect AF | ||
Contract detect AF | ||
Phase detect AF | ||
Number of focus points | 39 | 27 |
Cross focus points | 9 | 25 |
Lens | ||
Lens mounting type | Nikon F | Pentax KAF2 |
Number of lenses | 309 | 151 |
Focal length multiplier | 1 | 1.5 |
Screen | ||
Range of display | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Display size | 3.2 inch | 3.2 inch |
Display resolution | 921k dot | 1,037k dot |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch function | ||
Display tech | TFT-LCD | - |
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder type | Optical (pentaprism) | Optical (pentaprism) |
Viewfinder coverage | 100 percent | 100 percent |
Viewfinder magnification | 0.7x | 0.64x |
Features | ||
Min shutter speed | 30 seconds | 30 seconds |
Max shutter speed | 1/4000 seconds | 1/8000 seconds |
Continuous shutter speed | 6.0 frames/s | 8.3 frames/s |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Expose Manually | ||
Exposure compensation | Yes | Yes |
Change WB | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Built-in flash | ||
Flash range | no built-in flash | no built-in flash |
Flash settings | Auto FP High-speed sync, front-curtain sync, rear-curtain sync, redeye reduction, | 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) |
External flash | ||
AE bracketing | ||
White balance bracketing | ||
Max flash sync | 1/250 seconds | 1/180 seconds |
Exposure | ||
Multisegment exposure | ||
Average exposure | ||
Spot exposure | ||
Partial exposure | ||
AF area exposure | ||
Center weighted exposure | ||
Video features | ||
Supported video resolutions | - | 1920 x 1080 (60i, 50i, 30p, 25p, 24p), 1280 x 720 (60p, 50p, 30p, 25p, 24p) |
Max video resolution | None | 1920x1080 |
Video data format | - | MPEG-4, H.264 |
Microphone jack | ||
Headphone jack | ||
Connectivity | ||
Wireless | Optional | Optional |
Bluetooth | ||
NFC | ||
HDMI | ||
USB | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) | USB 3.0 (5 GBit/sec) |
GPS | Optional | BuiltIn |
Physical | ||
Environmental seal | ||
Water proof | ||
Dust proof | ||
Shock proof | ||
Crush proof | ||
Freeze proof | ||
Weight | 760 grams (1.68 pounds) | 800 grams (1.76 pounds) |
Dimensions | 144 x 110 x 67mm (5.7" x 4.3" x 2.6") | 131 x 100 x 77mm (5.2" x 3.9" x 3.0") |
DXO scores | ||
DXO Overall score | 89 | 80 |
DXO Color Depth score | 24.6 | 23.6 |
DXO Dynamic range score | 13.1 | 13.6 |
DXO Low light score | 3279 | 1106 |
Other | ||
Battery life | 1400 images | 720 images |
Battery form | Battery Pack | Battery Pack |
Battery model | EN-EL14,EN-EL14a | D-LI90 |
Self timer | Yes (2, 5, 10, or 20 secs) | Yes ( 2 or 12 seconds) |
Time lapse shooting | ||
Storage media | SD/SDHC/SDXC card | Dual SD/SDHC/SDXC |
Storage slots | 1 | Dual |
Retail pricing | $2,747 | $829 |