Pentax K-3 II vs Sony HX50V
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66 Features
84 Overall
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![Pentax K-3 II front Pentax K-3 II front](https://pxlmag.com/db/images/cameras/gallery/medium/Pentax-K-3-II/Pentax-K-3-II-front.jpg)
![Sony Cyber-shot DSC-HX50V front Sony Cyber-shot DSC-HX50V front](https://pxlmag.com/db/images/cameras/gallery/medium/Sony-Cyber-shot-DSC-HX50V/Sony-HX50V-front.jpg)
89 Imaging
44 Features
57 Overall
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Pentax K-3 II vs Sony HX50V Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 24MP - APS-C Sensor
- 3.2" Fixed Display
- 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
- Old Model is Pentax K-3
(Full Review)
- 20MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3" Fixed Screen
- ISO 100 - 3200 (Raise to 12800)
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 1920 x 1080 video
- 24-720mm (F3.5 - 6.3) lens
- 272g - 108 x 64 x 38mm
- Introduced April 2013
- Succeeded the Sony HX30V
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Pentax K-3 II vs Sony HX50V Overview
The following is a extensive analysis of the Pentax K-3 II and Sony HX50V, former is a Advanced DSLR while the latter is a Small Sensor Superzoom by brands Pentax and Sony. The image resolution of the K-3 II (24MP) and the HX50V (20MP) is relatively comparable but the K-3 II (APS-C) and HX50V (1/2.3") provide different sensor sizes.
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The K-3 II was unveiled 2 years after the HX50V which is a fairly significant difference as far as camera tech is concerned. Each of the cameras feature different body design with the Pentax K-3 II being a Mid-size SLR camera and the Sony HX50V being a Compact camera.
Before diving right into a thorough comparison, here is a brief overview of how the K-3 II matches up against the HX50V for portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.
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Pentax K-3 II vs Sony HX50V Gallery
Here is a preview of the gallery photos for Pentax K-3 II & Sony Cyber-shot DSC-HX50V. The full galleries are provided at Pentax K-3 II Gallery & Sony HX50V Gallery.
Reasons to pick Pentax K-3 II over the Sony HX50V
K-3 II | HX50V | |||
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Introduced | April 2015 | ![]() | April 2013 | Newer by 25 months |
Screen size | 3.2" | ![]() | 3" | Bigger screen (+0.2") |
Screen resolution | 1037k | ![]() | 921k | Clearer screen (+116k dot) |
Reasons to pick Sony HX50V over the Pentax K-3 II
HX50V | K-3 II |
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Common features in the Pentax K-3 II and Sony HX50V
K-3 II | HX50V | |||
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Manually focus | ![]() | Very exact focus | ||
Screen type | Fixed | ![]() | Fixed | Fixed screen |
Selfie screen | ![]() | Missing selfie screen | ||
Touch screen | ![]() | Missing Touch screen |
Pentax K-3 II vs Sony HX50V Physical Comparison
In case you're going to travel with your camera frequently, you are going to need to factor its weight and measurements. The Pentax K-3 II has outside measurements of 131mm x 100mm x 77mm (5.2" x 3.9" x 3.0") with a weight of 800 grams (1.76 lbs) while the Sony HX50V has proportions of 108mm x 64mm x 38mm (4.3" x 2.5" x 1.5") along with a weight of 272 grams (0.60 lbs).
Take a look at the Pentax K-3 II and Sony HX50V in our newest Camera & Lens Size Comparison Tool.![Camera Size Comparison with Lenses Camera Size Comparison with Lenses](https://pxlmag.com/db/assets/camera-size-comparison-animation.gif)
Take into consideration, the weight of an ILC will change depending on the lens you have at the time. Below is a front view dimensions comparison of the K-3 II against the HX50V.
![Pentax K-3 II vs Sony HX50V size comparison Pentax K-3 II vs Sony HX50V size comparison](https://pxlmag.com/db/images/camera-compare/Pentax-K-3-II-vs-Sony-Cyber-shot-DSC-HX50V-size-comparison.jpg)
Considering size and weight, the portability score of the K-3 II and HX50V is 59 and 89 respectively.
![Pentax K-3 II vs Sony HX50V top view buttons comparison Pentax K-3 II vs Sony HX50V top view buttons comparison](https://pxlmag.com/db/images/camera-compare/Pentax-K-3-II-vs-Sony-Cyber-shot-DSC-HX50V-top-view-buttons-comparison.jpg)
Pentax K-3 II vs Sony HX50V Sensor Comparison
In many cases, it's difficult to visualize the contrast in sensor dimensions only by seeing specifications. The image underneath may give you a better sense of the sensor sizing in the K-3 II and HX50V.
Plainly, both the cameras feature different megapixel count and different sensor dimensions. The K-3 II using its bigger sensor is going to make getting shallow depth of field easier and the Pentax K-3 II will show greater detail having an extra 4MP. Higher resolution can also allow you to crop shots way more aggressively. The more recent K-3 II should have an advantage when it comes to sensor innovation.
![Pentax K-3 II vs Sony HX50V sensor size comparison Pentax K-3 II vs Sony HX50V sensor size comparison](https://pxlmag.com/db/images/sensor-compare/Pentax-K-3-II-vs-Sony-Cyber-shot-DSC-HX50V-sensor-size-comparison.png)
Pentax K-3 II vs Sony HX50V Screen and ViewFinder
![Pentax K-3 II vs Sony HX50V Screen and Viewfinder comparison Pentax K-3 II vs Sony HX50V Screen and Viewfinder comparison](https://pxlmag.com/db/images/camera-compare/Pentax-K-3-II-vs-Sony-Cyber-shot-DSC-HX50V-screen-back-comparison.jpg)
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Pentax K-3 II vs Sony HX50V Specifications
Pentax K-3 II | Sony Cyber-shot DSC-HX50V | |
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General Information | ||
Manufacturer | Pentax | Sony |
Model | Pentax K-3 II | Sony Cyber-shot DSC-HX50V |
Class | Advanced DSLR | Small Sensor Superzoom |
Introduced | 2015-04-23 | 2013-04-24 |
Physical type | Mid-size SLR | Compact |
Sensor Information | ||
Powered by | Prime III | - |
Sensor type | CMOS | BSI-CMOS |
Sensor size | APS-C | 1/2.3" |
Sensor measurements | 23.5 x 15.6mm | 6.17 x 4.55mm |
Sensor area | 366.6mm² | 28.1mm² |
Sensor resolution | 24 megapixels | 20 megapixels |
Anti aliasing filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 3:2 | 4:3 and 16:9 |
Maximum resolution | 6016 x 4000 | 5184 x 2920 |
Maximum native ISO | 51200 | 3200 |
Maximum boosted ISO | - | 12800 |
Minimum native ISO | 100 | 100 |
RAW format | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Manual focus | ||
Touch focus | ||
Continuous autofocus | ||
Single autofocus | ||
Autofocus tracking | ||
Autofocus selectice | ||
Autofocus center weighted | ||
Autofocus multi area | ||
Live view autofocus | ||
Face detect focus | ||
Contract detect focus | ||
Phase detect focus | ||
Number of focus points | 27 | - |
Cross focus points | 25 | - |
Lens | ||
Lens mounting type | Pentax KAF2 | fixed lens |
Lens focal range | - | 24-720mm (30.0x) |
Maximum aperture | - | f/3.5 - 6.3 |
Macro focus range | - | 5cm |
Number of lenses | 151 | - |
Crop factor | 1.5 | 5.8 |
Screen | ||
Display type | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Display diagonal | 3.2 inch | 3 inch |
Resolution of display | 1,037 thousand dots | 921 thousand dots |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch function | ||
Display tech | - | XtraFine LCD display |
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder | Optical (pentaprism) | Electronic (optional) |
Viewfinder coverage | 100% | - |
Viewfinder magnification | 0.64x | - |
Features | ||
Slowest shutter speed | 30 seconds | 30 seconds |
Maximum shutter speed | 1/8000 seconds | 1/4000 seconds |
Continuous shooting rate | 8.3 frames/s | 10.0 frames/s |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Manual mode | ||
Exposure compensation | Yes | Yes |
Change white balance | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Inbuilt flash | ||
Flash range | no built-in flash | 5.60 m |
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) | Auto, On, Off, Slow Sync, Rear Sync, Advanced Flash |
External flash | ||
AEB | ||
White balance bracketing | ||
Maximum flash synchronize | 1/180 seconds | - |
Exposure | ||
Multisegment exposure | ||
Average exposure | ||
Spot exposure | ||
Partial exposure | ||
AF area exposure | ||
Center weighted exposure | ||
Video features | ||
Video resolutions | 1920 x 1080 (60i, 50i, 30p, 25p, 24p), 1280 x 720 (60p, 50p, 30p, 25p, 24p) | 1920 x 1080 (60fps), 1440 x 1080 (30fps), 1280 x 720 (30fps), 640 x 480 (30fps) |
Maximum video resolution | 1920x1080 | 1920x1080 |
Video file format | MPEG-4, H.264 | MPEG-4, AVCHD |
Microphone port | ||
Headphone port | ||
Connectivity | ||
Wireless | Optional | Built-In |
Bluetooth | ||
NFC | ||
HDMI | ||
USB | USB 3.0 (5 GBit/sec) | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) |
GPS | BuiltIn | BuiltIn |
Physical | ||
Environment sealing | ||
Water proof | ||
Dust proof | ||
Shock proof | ||
Crush proof | ||
Freeze proof | ||
Weight | 800 grams (1.76 pounds) | 272 grams (0.60 pounds) |
Physical dimensions | 131 x 100 x 77mm (5.2" x 3.9" x 3.0") | 108 x 64 x 38mm (4.3" x 2.5" x 1.5") |
DXO scores | ||
DXO All around score | 80 | not tested |
DXO Color Depth score | 23.6 | not tested |
DXO Dynamic range score | 13.6 | not tested |
DXO Low light score | 1106 | not tested |
Other | ||
Battery life | 720 shots | 400 shots |
Type of battery | Battery Pack | Battery Pack |
Battery model | D-LI90 | NP-BX1 |
Self timer | Yes ( 2 or 12 seconds) | Yes (2 or 10 sec) |
Time lapse feature | ||
Type of storage | Dual SD/SDHC/SDXC | SD/SDHC/SDXC/Memory Stick Duo/Memory Stick Pro Duo, Memory Stick Pro-HG Duo |
Card slots | 2 | One |
Pricing at launch | $829 | $439 |