Pentax K-1 vs Pentax K-3 III

Lets look closer at the Pentax K-1 vs Pentax K-3 III, both Advanced DSLR digital cameras and both of them are offered by Pentax. There exists a sizable gap between the resolutions of the K-1 (36MP) and K-3 III (26MP) and the K-1 (Full frame) and K-3 III (APS-C) have different sensor sizing.

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The K-1 was manufactured 6 years before the K-3 III which is quite a significant difference as far as technology is concerned. The two cameras feature the same body design (Mid-size SLR).

Before we go right into a comprehensive comparison, here is a simple synopsis of how the K-1 scores against the K-3 III in relation to portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

This is a sample of the gallery pictures for Pentax K-1 & Pentax K-3 Mark III. The entire galleries are viewable at Pentax K-1 Gallery & Pentax K-3 III Gallery.

In case you're going to carry around your camera frequently, you're going to have to consider its weight and proportions. The Pentax K-1 has exterior measurements of 137mm x 110mm x 86mm (5.4" x 4.3" x 3.4") with a weight of 1010 grams (2.23 lbs) while the Pentax K-3 III has measurements of 135mm x 104mm x 74mm (5.3" x 4.1" x 2.9") having a weight of 820 grams (1.81 lbs).

Analyze the Pentax K-1 vs Pentax K-3 III in our completely new Camera & Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Keep in mind, the weight of an ILC will vary based on the lens you have chosen at that time. Here is a front view size comparison of the K-1 versus the K-3 III.

Taking into account dimensions and weight, the portability grade of the K-1 and K-3 III is 55 and 58 respectively.

Normally, it's hard to imagine the gap between sensor sizes simply by reading specifications. The picture below may provide you a far better sense of the sensor sizing in the K-1 and K-3 III.

Plainly, both of the cameras come with different megapixel count and different sensor sizes. The K-1 due to its larger sensor is going to make shooting shallow DOF easier and the Pentax K-1 will deliver greater detail due to its extra 10 Megapixels. Greater resolution can also allow you to crop photos a good deal more aggressively. The more aged K-1 is going to be behind with regard to sensor technology.