Pentax K-3 II vs Sony HX300
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Pentax K-3 II vs Sony HX300 Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 24MP - APS-C Sensor
- 3.2" Fixed Screen
- ISO 100 - 51200
- Sensor based Image Stabilization
- No Anti-Alias Filter
- 1/8000s Maximum Shutter
- 1920 x 1080 video
- Pentax KAF2 Mount
- 800g - 131 x 100 x 77mm
- Introduced April 2015
- Older Model is Pentax K-3
(Full Review)
- 20MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3" Tilting Display
- ISO 80 - 12800
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 1920 x 1080 video
- 24-1200mm (F2.8-6.3) lens
- 623g - 130 x 103 x 93mm
- Launched February 2013
- Old Model is Sony HX200V
- Replacement is Sony HX400V

Pentax K-3 II vs Sony HX300 Overview
Following is a in depth overview of the Pentax K-3 II vs Sony HX300, one is a Advanced DSLR and the other is a Small Sensor Superzoom by manufacturers Pentax and Sony. The sensor resolution of the K-3 II (24MP) and the HX300 (20MP) is fairly close but the K-3 II (APS-C) and HX300 (1/2.3") possess totally different sensor measurements.

The K-3 II was brought out 2 years after the HX300 which is a fairly large gap as far as camera tech is concerned. Each of these cameras offer different body type with the Pentax K-3 II being a Mid-size SLR camera and the Sony HX300 being a SLR-like (bridge) camera.
Before we go through a complete comparison, below is a concise overview of how the K-3 II matches up against the HX300 with regard to portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

Pentax K-3 II vs Sony HX300 Gallery
The following is a sample of the gallery pictures for Pentax K-3 II and Sony Cyber-shot DSC-HX300. The entire galleries are available at Pentax K-3 II Gallery and Sony HX300 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Pentax K-3 II over the Sony HX300
K-3 II | HX300 | |||
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Launched | April 2015 | ![]() | February 2013 | More modern by 27 months |
Display sizing | 3.2" | ![]() | 3" | Larger display (+0.2") |
Display resolution | 1037k | ![]() | 921k | Crisper display (+116k dot) |
Reasons to pick Sony HX300 over the Pentax K-3 II
HX300 | K-3 II | |||
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Display type | Tilting | ![]() | Fixed | Tilting display |
Common features in the Pentax K-3 II and Sony HX300
K-3 II | HX300 | |||
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Manually focus | ![]() | Dial accurate focusing | ||
Selfie screen | ![]() | Neither includes selfie screen | ||
Touch display | ![]() | Neither includes Touch display |
Pentax K-3 II vs Sony HX300 Physical Comparison
When you are looking to carry around your camera frequently, you are going to need to consider its weight and measurements. The Pentax K-3 II features outer measurements 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 Sony HX300 has proportions of 130mm x 103mm x 93mm (5.1" x 4.1" x 3.7") having a weight of 623 grams (1.37 lbs).
Analyze the Pentax K-3 II vs Sony HX300 in the all new Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.
Don't forget, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ based on the lens you are working with at that moment. Following is the front view sizing comparison of the K-3 II versus the HX300.

Taking into account size and weight, the portability grade of the K-3 II and HX300 is 59 and 63 respectively.

Pentax K-3 II vs Sony HX300 Sensor Comparison
Usually, it is very difficult to visualise the difference in sensor sizes simply by viewing specifications. The image below may provide you a better sense of the sensor sizing in the K-3 II and HX300.
Plainly, the two cameras offer different resolutions and different sensor sizes. The K-3 II featuring a larger sensor will make achieving bokeh simpler and the Pentax K-3 II will result in extra detail having its extra 4MP. Greater resolution can also allow you to crop pics a little more aggressively. The newer K-3 II will have an advantage with regard to sensor tech.

Pentax K-3 II vs Sony HX300 Screen and ViewFinder


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Pentax K-3 II vs Sony HX300 Specifications
Pentax K-3 II | Sony Cyber-shot DSC-HX300 | |
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General Information | ||
Make | Pentax | Sony |
Model type | Pentax K-3 II | Sony Cyber-shot DSC-HX300 |
Category | Advanced DSLR | Small Sensor Superzoom |
Introduced | 2015-04-23 | 2013-02-20 |
Physical type | Mid-size SLR | SLR-like (bridge) |
Sensor Information | ||
Processor Chip | Prime III | - |
Sensor type | CMOS | BSI-CMOS |
Sensor size | APS-C | 1/2.3" |
Sensor measurements | 23.5 x 15.6mm | 6.16 x 4.62mm |
Sensor area | 366.6mm² | 28.5mm² |
Sensor resolution | 24 megapixel | 20 megapixel |
Anti alias filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 3:2 | - |
Max resolution | 6016 x 4000 | 5184 x 3888 |
Max native ISO | 51200 | 12800 |
Lowest native ISO | 100 | 80 |
RAW support | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Focus manually | ||
Touch to focus | ||
AF continuous | ||
Single AF | ||
AF tracking | ||
Selective AF | ||
Center weighted AF | ||
Multi area AF | ||
AF live view | ||
Face detection AF | ||
Contract detection AF | ||
Phase detection AF | ||
Total focus points | 27 | 9 |
Cross type focus points | 25 | - |
Lens | ||
Lens support | Pentax KAF2 | fixed lens |
Lens zoom range | - | 24-1200mm (50.0x) |
Maximal aperture | - | f/2.8-6.3 |
Total lenses | 151 | - |
Focal length multiplier | 1.5 | 5.8 |
Screen | ||
Screen type | Fixed Type | Tilting |
Screen sizing | 3.2" | 3" |
Screen resolution | 1,037k dots | 921k dots |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch operation | ||
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder type | Optical (pentaprism) | Electronic |
Viewfinder coverage | 100 percent | - |
Viewfinder magnification | 0.64x | - |
Features | ||
Min shutter speed | 30s | 30s |
Max shutter speed | 1/8000s | 1/4000s |
Continuous shutter rate | 8.3fps | 10.0fps |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Expose Manually | ||
Exposure compensation | Yes | Yes |
Change WB | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Integrated flash | ||
Flash distance | no built-in flash | - |
Flash options | Auto Flash Discharge, Auto Flash + Red-eye Reduction, Flash On, Flash On + Red-eye Reduction, Slow-speed Sync, Slow-speed Sync + Red-eye, P-TTL, Trailing Curtain Sync, Contrast-control-sync, High-speed sync, Wireless sync (available with dedicated external flash) | - |
External flash | ||
AEB | ||
WB bracketing | ||
Max flash synchronize | 1/180s | - |
Exposure | ||
Multisegment | ||
Average | ||
Spot | ||
Partial | ||
AF area | ||
Center weighted | ||
Video features | ||
Video resolutions | 1920 x 1080 (60i, 50i, 30p, 25p, 24p), 1280 x 720 (60p, 50p, 30p, 25p, 24p) | 1920 x 1080 (60, 50 fps) |
Max video resolution | 1920x1080 | 1920x1080 |
Video format | MPEG-4, H.264 | - |
Microphone support | ||
Headphone support | ||
Connectivity | ||
Wireless | Optional | None |
Bluetooth | ||
NFC | ||
HDMI | ||
USB | USB 3.0 (5 GBit/sec) | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) |
GPS | BuiltIn | None |
Physical | ||
Environmental sealing | ||
Water proofing | ||
Dust proofing | ||
Shock proofing | ||
Crush proofing | ||
Freeze proofing | ||
Weight | 800 grams (1.76 pounds) | 623 grams (1.37 pounds) |
Dimensions | 131 x 100 x 77mm (5.2" x 3.9" x 3.0") | 130 x 103 x 93mm (5.1" x 4.1" x 3.7") |
DXO scores | ||
DXO Overall rating | 80 | not tested |
DXO Color Depth rating | 23.6 | not tested |
DXO Dynamic range rating | 13.6 | not tested |
DXO Low light rating | 1106 | not tested |
Other | ||
Battery life | 720 pictures | - |
Battery style | Battery Pack | - |
Battery ID | D-LI90 | - |
Self timer | Yes ( 2 or 12 seconds) | - |
Time lapse shooting | ||
Type of storage | Dual SD/SDHC/SDXC | - |
Card slots | Two | 1 |
Launch price | $829 | $339 |