Pentax K-3 II vs Pentax MX-1

Let's look much closer at the Pentax K-3 II vs Pentax MX-1, former being a Advanced DSLR while the latter is a Small Sensor Compact and both are built by Pentax. There is a large difference between the resolutions of the K-3 II (24MP) and MX-1 (12MP) and the K-3 II (APS-C) and MX-1 (1/1.7") provide different sensor sizes.

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The K-3 II was revealed 23 months later than the MX-1 which makes them a generation apart from each other. Both of the cameras feature different body design with the Pentax K-3 II being a Mid-size SLR camera and the Pentax MX-1 being a Compact camera.

Before diving into a in-depth comparison, here is a simple overview of how the K-3 II grades vs the MX-1 with respect to portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

Following is a preview of the gallery photos for Pentax K-3 II & Pentax MX-1. The full galleries are viewable at Pentax K-3 II Gallery & Pentax MX-1 Gallery.

For anyone who is looking to carry your camera regularly, you should think about its weight and size. The Pentax K-3 II comes with outside measurements of 131mm x 100mm x 77mm (5.2" x 3.9" x 3.0") along with a weight of 800 grams (1.76 lbs) whilst the Pentax MX-1 has specifications of 122mm x 61mm x 51mm (4.8" x 2.4" x 2.0") accompanied by a weight of 391 grams (0.86 lbs).

Analyze the Pentax K-3 II vs Pentax MX-1 in our brand new Camera plus Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Remember, the weight of an ILC will differ dependant on the lens you are employing during that time. Below is a front view sizing comparison of the K-3 II vs the MX-1.

Using size and weight, the portability rating of the K-3 II and MX-1 is 59 and 84 respectively.

Usually, it's tough to picture the difference between sensor sizing simply by going over specifications. The visual here will give you a clearer sense of the sensor sizing in the K-3 II and MX-1.

Plainly, each of the cameras feature different megapixels and different sensor sizing. The K-3 II with its bigger sensor is going to make achieving shallow DOF easier and the Pentax K-3 II will offer you greater detail because of its extra 12MP. Higher resolution will also let you crop pictures way more aggressively. The younger K-3 II provides a benefit with regard to sensor innovation.