Pentax K-3 II vs Sony RX100 VI
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Pentax K-3 II vs Sony RX100 VI 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 Max Shutter
- 1920 x 1080 video
- Pentax KAF2 Mount
- 800g - 131 x 100 x 77mm
- Revealed April 2015
- Older Model is Pentax K-3
(Full Review)
- 20MP - 1" Sensor
- 3" Tilting Display
- ISO 125 - 12800 (Boost to 25600)
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 3840 x 2160 video
- 24-200mm (F2.8-4.5) lens
- 301g - 102 x 58 x 43mm
- Released June 2018
- Replaced the Sony RX100 V
- Replacement is Sony RX100 VII
Pentax K-3 II vs Sony RX100 VI Overview
In this write-up, we are reviewing the Pentax K-3 II versus Sony RX100 VI, one being a Advanced DSLR and the other is a Large Sensor Compact by manufacturers Pentax and Sony. The resolution of the K-3 II (24MP) and the RX100 VI (20MP) is very similar but the K-3 II (APS-C) and RX100 VI (1") possess totally different sensor dimensions.
Nikon Coolpix camera search on Google skyrockets by 8,500%The K-3 II was brought out 4 years before the RX100 VI and that is quite a large gap as far as technology is concerned. The two cameras offer different body type with the Pentax K-3 II being a Mid-size SLR camera and the Sony RX100 VI being a Large Sensor Compact camera.
Before we go in to a more detailed comparison, below is a concise overview of how the K-3 II matches up vs the RX100 VI with regard to portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.
Pentax K-3 II vs Sony RX100 VI Gallery
Below is a sample of the gallery pics for Pentax K-3 II and Sony Cyber-shot DSC-RX100 VI. The entire galleries are available at Pentax K-3 II Gallery and Sony RX100 VI Gallery.
Reasons to pick Pentax K-3 II over the Sony RX100 VI
K-3 II | RX100 VI | |||
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Display sizing | 3.2" | 3" | Larger display (+0.2") |
Reasons to pick Sony RX100 VI over the Pentax K-3 II
RX100 VI | K-3 II | |||
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Released | June 2018 | April 2015 | Fresher by 37 months | |
Display type | Tilting | Fixed | Tilting display | |
Display resolution | 1229k | 1037k | Clearer display (+192k dot) | |
Selfie screen | Easy selfies | |||
Touch friendly display | Easily navigate |
Common features in the Pentax K-3 II and Sony RX100 VI
K-3 II | RX100 VI | |||
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Focus manually | Dial accurate focusing |
Pentax K-3 II vs Sony RX100 VI Physical Comparison
For those who are going to carry your camera, you'll need to consider its weight and dimensions. The Pentax K-3 II enjoys outer 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) while the Sony RX100 VI has dimensions of 102mm x 58mm x 43mm (4.0" x 2.3" x 1.7") and a weight of 301 grams (0.66 lbs).
Take a look at the Pentax K-3 II versus Sony RX100 VI in the new Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.Remember that, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change based on the lens you are utilizing at that moment. Here is the front view overall size comparison of the K-3 II vs the RX100 VI.
Factoring in dimensions and weight, the portability score of the K-3 II and RX100 VI is 59 and 88 respectively.
Pentax K-3 II vs Sony RX100 VI Sensor Comparison
More often than not, it is tough to visualise the contrast between sensor sizing merely by reading a spec sheet. The graphic below will help give you a better sense of the sensor sizing in the K-3 II and RX100 VI.
Clearly, both of those cameras enjoy different resolutions and different sensor sizing. The K-3 II due to its larger sensor will make achieving shallower DOF less difficult and the Pentax K-3 II will offer greater detail having its extra 4MP. Greater resolution can also allow you to crop pics far more aggressively. The older K-3 II is going to be disadvantaged when it comes to sensor tech.
Pentax K-3 II vs Sony RX100 VI Screen and ViewFinder
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Pentax K-3 II vs Sony RX100 VI Specifications
Pentax K-3 II | Sony Cyber-shot DSC-RX100 VI | |
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General Information | ||
Manufacturer | Pentax | Sony |
Model type | Pentax K-3 II | Sony Cyber-shot DSC-RX100 VI |
Class | Advanced DSLR | Large Sensor Compact |
Revealed | 2015-04-23 | 2018-06-05 |
Body design | Mid-size SLR | Large Sensor Compact |
Sensor Information | ||
Processor | Prime III | Bionz X |
Sensor type | CMOS | BSI-CMOS |
Sensor size | APS-C | 1" |
Sensor measurements | 23.5 x 15.6mm | 13.2 x 8.8mm |
Sensor area | 366.6mm² | 116.2mm² |
Sensor resolution | 24 megapixels | 20 megapixels |
Anti alias filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 3:2 | 1:1, 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 |
Max resolution | 6016 x 4000 | 5472 x 3648 |
Max native ISO | 51200 | 12800 |
Max enhanced ISO | - | 25600 |
Min native ISO | 100 | 125 |
RAW images | ||
Min enhanced ISO | - | 80 |
Autofocusing | ||
Manual focusing | ||
Touch focus | ||
AF continuous | ||
Single AF | ||
Tracking AF | ||
Selective AF | ||
Center weighted AF | ||
Multi area AF | ||
AF live view | ||
Face detect focusing | ||
Contract detect focusing | ||
Phase detect focusing | ||
Total focus points | 27 | 315 |
Cross type focus points | 25 | - |
Lens | ||
Lens support | Pentax KAF2 | fixed lens |
Lens zoom range | - | 24-200mm (8.3x) |
Largest aperture | - | f/2.8-4.5 |
Macro focusing range | - | 8cm |
Available lenses | 151 | - |
Crop factor | 1.5 | 2.7 |
Screen | ||
Range of display | Fixed Type | Tilting |
Display diagonal | 3.2 inch | 3 inch |
Display resolution | 1,037k dot | 1,229k dot |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch display | ||
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder | Optical (pentaprism) | Electronic |
Viewfinder resolution | - | 2,359k dot |
Viewfinder coverage | 100 percent | 100 percent |
Viewfinder magnification | 0.64x | 0.59x |
Features | ||
Minimum shutter speed | 30 secs | 30 secs |
Fastest shutter speed | 1/8000 secs | 1/2000 secs |
Fastest quiet shutter speed | - | 1/32000 secs |
Continuous shutter speed | 8.3 frames/s | 24.0 frames/s |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Expose Manually | ||
Exposure compensation | Yes | Yes |
Custom WB | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Integrated flash | ||
Flash distance | no built-in flash | 5.90 m (at Auto ISO) |
Flash modes | 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) | - |
Hot shoe | ||
Auto exposure bracketing | ||
WB bracketing | ||
Fastest flash sync | 1/180 secs | 1/2000 secs |
Exposure | ||
Multisegment | ||
Average | ||
Spot | ||
Partial | ||
AF area | ||
Center weighted | ||
Video features | ||
Supported video resolutions | 1920 x 1080 (60i, 50i, 30p, 25p, 24p), 1280 x 720 (60p, 50p, 30p, 25p, 24p) | 3840 x 2160 @ 30p / 100 Mbps, XAVC S, MP4, H.264, Linear PCM |
Max video resolution | 1920x1080 | 3840x2160 |
Video format | MPEG-4, H.264 | MPEG-4, AVCHD, XAVC S |
Microphone input | ||
Headphone input | ||
Connectivity | ||
Wireless | Optional | Built-In |
Bluetooth | ||
NFC | ||
HDMI | ||
USB | USB 3.0 (5 GBit/sec) | NP-BX1 lithium-ion battery & USB charger |
GPS | BuiltIn | None |
Physical | ||
Environment seal | ||
Water proofing | ||
Dust proofing | ||
Shock proofing | ||
Crush proofing | ||
Freeze proofing | ||
Weight | 800 grams (1.76 lbs) | 301 grams (0.66 lbs) |
Dimensions | 131 x 100 x 77mm (5.2" x 3.9" x 3.0") | 102 x 58 x 43mm (4.0" x 2.3" x 1.7") |
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 photos | 240 photos |
Battery format | Battery Pack | Battery Pack |
Battery ID | D-LI90 | NP-BX1 |
Self timer | Yes ( 2 or 12 seconds) | Yes |
Time lapse feature | With downloadable app | |
Storage media | Dual SD/SDHC/SDXC | SD/ SDHC/SDXC, Memory Stick Pro Duo/ Pro-HG Duo |
Storage slots | 2 | Single |
Retail price | $829 | $1,198 |