Nikon Z50 vs Pentax K-3

Lets take a deeper look at the Nikon Z50 versus Pentax K-3, one being a Entry-Level Mirrorless and the latter is a Advanced DSLR by rivals Nikon and Pentax. The image resolution of the Z50 (21MP) and the K-3 (24MP) is relatively well matched and both cameras offer the same sensor measurements (APS-C).

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The Z50 was announced 5 years later than the K-3 and that is quite a significant gap as far as tech is concerned. Both of the cameras have different body design with the Nikon Z50 being a SLR-style mirrorless camera and the Pentax K-3 being a Mid-size SLR camera.

Before delving straight to a in depth comparison, here is a concise summary of how the Z50 scores against the K-3 in the way of portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.

Following is a preview of the gallery photos for Nikon Z50 and Pentax K-3. The whole galleries are viewable at Nikon Z50 Gallery and Pentax K-3 Gallery.

In case you're going to lug around your camera, you have to take into account its weight and proportions. The Nikon Z50 has external measurements of 127mm x 94mm x 60mm (5.0" x 3.7" x 2.4") having a weight of 397 grams (0.88 lbs) and the Pentax K-3 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 Z50 versus Pentax K-3 in the new Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Don't forget, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change dependant on the lens you use at that moment. Following is a front view measurement comparison of the Z50 versus the K-3.

Factoring in size and weight, the portability rating of the Z50 and K-3 is 74 and 59 respectively.

Oftentimes, it is very difficult to envision the difference between sensor measurements just by checking technical specs. The visual here should offer you a more clear sense of the sensor sizing in the Z50 and K-3.

As you have seen, both of the cameras provide the same sensor dimensions albeit not the same MP. You should count on the Pentax K-3 to give more detail with its extra 3 Megapixels. Higher resolution will let you crop photographs more aggressively. The fresher Z50 will have a benefit in sensor tech.