Panasonic S5 vs Pentax K-3 II

Following is a comprehensive overview of the Panasonic S5 vs Pentax K-3 II, one is a Pro Mirrorless and the latter is a Advanced DSLR by competitors Panasonic and Pentax. The resolution of the S5 (24MP) and the K-3 II (24MP) is relatively close but the S5 (Full frame) and K-3 II (APS-C) feature different sensor measurements.

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The S5 was released 5 years after the K-3 II which is a fairly big gap as far as camera tech is concerned. Both cameras come with different body type with the Panasonic S5 being a SLR-style mirrorless camera and the Pentax K-3 II being a Mid-size SLR camera.

Before diving straight into a detailed comparison, below is a brief view of how the S5 matches up against the K-3 II in relation to portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

Following is a preview of the gallery photos for Panasonic Lumix DC-S5 and Pentax K-3 II. The complete galleries are available at Panasonic S5 Gallery and Pentax K-3 II Gallery.

For anybody who is aiming to carry around your camera, you will want to think about its weight and measurements. The Panasonic S5 features physical measurements of 133mm x 97mm x 82mm (5.2" x 3.8" x 3.2") accompanied by a weight of 714 grams (1.57 lbs) and the Pentax K-3 II has proportions of 131mm x 100mm x 77mm (5.2" x 3.9" x 3.0") accompanied by a weight of 800 grams (1.76 lbs).

Contrast the Panasonic S5 vs Pentax K-3 II in the latest Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Do not forget, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change based on the lens you have chosen during that time. Below is the front view dimensions comparison of the S5 vs the K-3 II.

Taking into consideration size and weight, the portability rating of the S5 and K-3 II is 60 and 59 respectively.

Oftentimes, its difficult to imagine the gap in sensor sizes merely by viewing specifications. The picture underneath might give you a stronger sense of the sensor sizing in the S5 and K-3 II.

Plainly, both of the cameras have got the exact same resolution albeit different sensor sizes. The S5 has the bigger sensor which is going to make achieving shallower depth of field easier. The younger S5 provides an edge with regard to sensor innovation.