Pentax K-3 II vs Sony A77 II

Below is a extensive analysis of the Pentax K-3 II and Sony A77 II, both Advanced DSLR cameras by manufacturers Pentax and Sony. The resolution of the K-3 II (24MP) and the A77 II (24MP) is pretty comparable and they feature the same exact sensor dimensions (APS-C).

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The K-3 II was revealed 12 months later than the A77 II which means that they are both of a similar generation. Each of the cameras offer the identical body type (Mid-size SLR).

Before getting in to a complete comparison, below is a quick highlight of how the K-3 II grades against the A77 II in relation to portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.

The following is a preview of the gallery images for Pentax K-3 II and Sony SLT-A77 II. The full galleries are provided at Pentax K-3 II Gallery and Sony A77 II Gallery.

In case you're planning to lug around your camera frequently, you'll have to take into account its weight and dimensions. The Pentax K-3 II has got outer dimensions of 131mm x 100mm x 77mm (5.2" x 3.9" x 3.0") and a weight of 800 grams (1.76 lbs) while the Sony A77 II has dimensions of 143mm x 104mm x 81mm (5.6" x 4.1" x 3.2") and a weight of 647 grams (1.43 lbs).

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Remember that, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change depending on the lens you are working with at that time. The following is the front view physical size comparison of the K-3 II against the A77 II.

Using dimensions and weight, the portability rating of the K-3 II and A77 II is 59 and 62 respectively.

Normally, it is tough to imagine the contrast in sensor measurements purely by checking out specs. The photograph underneath will help offer you a better sense of the sensor sizes in the K-3 II and A77 II.

All in all, both the cameras enjoy the same exact sensor sizing and the identical megapixels therefore you should expect comparable quality of pictures although you should factor the release date of the cameras into account. The newer K-3 II should have an advantage when it comes to sensor technology.