Pentax K-3 II vs Sigma SD14

Lets take a more detailed look at the Pentax K-3 II vs Sigma SD14, both Advanced DSLR digital cameras by manufacturers Pentax and Sigma. There exists a huge gap between the resolutions of the K-3 II (24MP) and SD14 (5MP) but both cameras posses the same sensor sizes (APS-C).

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The K-3 II was released 8 years later than the SD14 and that is quite a significant gap as far as technology is concerned. Both the cameras have the same body design (Mid-size SLR).

Before delving into a thorough comparison, here is a simple introduction of how the K-3 II matches up against the SD14 in terms of portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.

This is a preview of the gallery photos for Pentax K-3 II and Sigma SD14. The complete galleries are available at Pentax K-3 II Gallery and Sigma SD14 Gallery.

If you are aiming to lug around your camera regularly, you will want to take into account its weight and volume. The Pentax K-3 II enjoys physical dimensions of 131mm x 100mm x 77mm (5.2" x 3.9" x 3.0") having a weight of 800 grams (1.76 lbs) and the Sigma SD14 has sizing of 144mm x 107mm x 81mm (5.7" x 4.2" x 3.2") with a weight of 750 grams (1.65 lbs).

Contrast the Pentax K-3 II vs Sigma SD14 in the all new Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Take into consideration, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change dependant on the lens you choose at that time. Underneath is a front view dimensions comparison of the K-3 II and the SD14.

Looking at dimensions and weight, the portability score of the K-3 II and SD14 is 59 and 59 respectively.

Normally, it can be difficult to see the contrast between sensor measurements purely by checking technical specs. The visual below will give you a more clear sense of the sensor sizes in the K-3 II and SD14.

As you can tell, the 2 cameras have the same sensor dimensions albeit not the same MP. You should count on the Pentax K-3 II to give you greater detail as a result of its extra 19MP. Higher resolution can also let you crop pictures a bit more aggressively. The fresher K-3 II is going to have a benefit with regard to sensor tech.