Panasonic S1R vs Pentax K-3 II

Its time to examine more closely at the Panasonic S1R versus Pentax K-3 II, former being a Pro Mirrorless while the other is a Advanced DSLR by brands Panasonic and Pentax. There is a sizable difference between the sensor resolutions of the S1R (47MP) and K-3 II (24MP) and the S1R (Full frame) and K-3 II (APS-C) feature different sensor size.

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The S1R was announced 3 years later than the K-3 II and that is quite a significant difference as far as tech is concerned. The two cameras offer different body type with the Panasonic S1R being a SLR-style mirrorless camera and the Pentax K-3 II being a Mid-size SLR camera.

Before delving straight into a detailed comparison, below is a concise summary of how the S1R matches up vs the K-3 II in relation to portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

Below is a sample of the gallery pics for Panasonic Lumix DC-S1R & Pentax K-3 II. The whole galleries are available at Panasonic S1R Gallery & Pentax K-3 II Gallery.

For those who are looking to carry your camera often, you need to think about its weight and dimensions. The Panasonic S1R enjoys outer dimensions of 149mm x 110mm x 97mm (5.9" x 4.3" x 3.8") and a weight of 1020 grams (2.25 lbs) while the Pentax K-3 II has dimensions of 131mm x 100mm x 77mm (5.2" x 3.9" x 3.0") having a weight of 800 grams (1.76 lbs).

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Bear in mind, the weight of an ILC will differ dependant on the lens you are utilising at that time. The following is the front view sizing comparison of the S1R against the K-3 II.

Considering size and weight, the portability rating of the S1R and K-3 II is 54 and 59 respectively.

Often, it is very tough to imagine the difference between sensor sizing only by looking at specs. The photograph underneath will help provide you a more clear sense of the sensor dimensions in the S1R and K-3 II.

As you can plainly see, each of these cameras enjoy different megapixel count and different sensor sizing. The S1R having a larger sensor is going to make getting shallow depth of field less difficult and the Panasonic S1R will give greater detail with its extra 23 Megapixels. Greater resolution will help you crop photos far more aggressively. The newer S1R should have an edge with regard to sensor innovation.