Pentax K-3 II vs Pentax KP

The following is a in-depth comparison of the Pentax K-3 II vs Pentax KP, both Advanced DSLR cameras and both of them are designed by Pentax. The image resolution of the K-3 II (24MP) and the KP (24MP) is relatively comparable and they come with the exact same sensor sizes (APS-C).

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The K-3 II was introduced 21 months before the KP which makes the cameras a generation away from each other. Each of these cameras come with the identical body type (Mid-size SLR).

Before getting straight into a in depth comparison, below is a brief introduction of how the K-3 II grades against the KP in relation to portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

The following is a preview of the gallery photos for Pentax K-3 II & Pentax KP. The whole galleries are viewable at Pentax K-3 II Gallery & Pentax KP Gallery.

In case you're planning to travel with your camera regularly, you will have to take into account its weight and volume. The Pentax K-3 II features external measurements of 131mm x 100mm x 77mm (5.2" x 3.9" x 3.0") accompanied by a weight of 800 grams (1.76 lbs) and the Pentax KP has sizing of 132mm x 101mm x 76mm (5.2" x 4.0" x 3.0") and a weight of 703 grams (1.55 lbs).

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

Take into account, the weight of an ILC will vary based on the lens you use at that time. Following is the front view measurement comparison of the K-3 II and the KP.

Factoring in size and weight, the portability score of the K-3 II and KP is 59 and 61 respectively.

Generally, it is tough to visualise the gap in sensor dimensions purely by checking out a spec sheet. The pic here may provide you a clearer sense of the sensor measurements in the K-3 II and KP.

As you can see, the two cameras have got the exact same sensor measurements and the same exact megapixels so you can expect comparable quality of pictures but you should consider the age of the cameras into account. The more aged K-3 II will be disadvantaged in sensor innovation.