Pentax K-3 III vs Pentax KP

Lets look a little more closely at the Pentax K-3 III versus Pentax KP, both Advanced DSLR digital cameras and they are both sold by Pentax. The sensor resolution of the K-3 III (26MP) and the KP (24MP) is very well matched and they enjoy the same exact sensor dimensions (APS-C).

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The K-3 III was released 4 years later than the KP and that is quite a significant gap as far as tech is concerned. The two cameras offer the identical body type (Mid-size SLR).

Before going straight into a step-by-step comparison, below is a concise synopsis of how the K-3 III grades versus the KP in terms of portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.

Following is a sample of the gallery pics for Pentax K-3 Mark III and Pentax KP. The complete galleries are available at Pentax K-3 III Gallery and Pentax KP Gallery.

If you're intending to lug around your camera, you will want to factor its weight and dimensions. The Pentax K-3 III offers external dimensions of 135mm x 104mm x 74mm (5.3" x 4.1" x 2.9") with a weight of 820 grams (1.81 lbs) while the Pentax KP has dimensions of 132mm x 101mm x 76mm (5.2" x 4.0" x 3.0") with a weight of 703 grams (1.55 lbs).

Check out the Pentax K-3 III versus Pentax KP in the latest Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Take into account, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary dependant on the lens you are utilising during that time. Below is the front view size comparison of the K-3 III against the KP.

Using size and weight, the portability grade of the K-3 III and KP is 58 and 61 respectively.

In many cases, it's difficult to imagine the contrast between sensor measurements simply by reading through a spec sheet. The photograph here may provide you a stronger sense of the sensor dimensions in the K-3 III and KP.

Clearly, both of these cameras enjoy the same exact sensor sizing but different resolution. You should expect to see the Pentax K-3 III to give you extra detail as a result of its extra 2MP. Greater resolution can also let you crop pics far more aggressively. The more modern K-3 III provides a benefit when it comes to sensor technology.