Pentax K-3 II vs Pentax K-3 III

Below is a extended comparison of the Pentax K-3 II and Pentax K-3 III, both Advanced DSLR digital cameras and they are both produced by Pentax. The image resolution of the K-3 II (24MP) and the K-3 III (26MP) is relatively similar and both cameras provide the same sensor dimensions (APS-C).

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The K-3 II was announced 7 years before the K-3 III and that is quite a big difference as far as tech is concerned. Each of the cameras have the same body design (Mid-size SLR).

Before delving straight to a in depth comparison, here is a brief highlight of how the K-3 II matches up against the K-3 III in regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.

Following is a preview of the gallery photos for Pentax K-3 II & Pentax K-3 Mark III. The whole galleries are provided at Pentax K-3 II Gallery & Pentax K-3 III Gallery.

For those who are planning to lug around your camera frequently, you will want to take into account its weight and size. The Pentax K-3 II has got exterior dimensions of 131mm x 100mm x 77mm (5.2" x 3.9" x 3.0") accompanied by a weight of 800 grams (1.76 lbs) whilst the Pentax K-3 III has specifications of 135mm x 104mm x 74mm (5.3" x 4.1" x 2.9") accompanied by a weight of 820 grams (1.81 lbs).

Contrast the Pentax K-3 II and Pentax K-3 III in our completely new Camera plus Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Bear in mind, the weight of an ILC will vary depending on the lens you have at that time. The following is a front view over all size comparison of the K-3 II vs the K-3 III.

Considering size and weight, the portability rating of the K-3 II and K-3 III is 59 and 58 respectively.

Often, it is very hard to envision the gap between sensor measurements just by reviewing a spec sheet. The photograph below might offer you a far better sense of the sensor sizes in the K-3 II and K-3 III.

Clearly, both of the cameras provide the same sensor dimensions albeit not the same resolution. You can count on the Pentax K-3 III to deliver extra detail with its extra 2MP. Higher resolution will enable you to crop shots more aggressively. The older K-3 II is going to be behind with regard to sensor technology.